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No smoking signs have been posted around Oahu parks, beaches and bus stops. It is in preparation for the ban, which takes effect Jan. 1, 2014. “This is about the health of the people of Oahu,” says Mayor Kirk Caldwell in a release. “These smoking bands are intended to allow our keiki, residents and visitors […]

Whether you’re on the left or right side of the political spectrum, it’s always big news when President Barack Obama is vacationing in Hawaii. Well, at least the media makes us think so! They document the first family’s every move – from what they’re eating to where they’re headed. And through all the coverage, the Obamas […]

Want to know the secret to a rockin’ tan? Sunscreen! Yes, sunscreen has potential in giving you that golden glow, so if you want to tan the right way, then you’ve got to do it the safe way. Find a sunscreen with at least an SPF 30 and apply generously. Reapply as needed, probably every […]

Hawaii’s expanse of ocean embraces the islands like a blanket of sea salt and waves. Some areas may be subdued by a calm, while others slosh around in sheer madness. But no matter Mother Ocean’s mood, you can always count on her aura to be a spectral blue. Deep, deep blues color the outer depths […]

“Do we need to pack jackets for Hawaii?” Despite how tropical of a paradise it may appear in postcards, Hawaii does get cold, so packing a light jacket or hooded sweater would be fine. Of course, our definition of “cold” isn’t anything near the cold people experience in other parts of the world that are […]

With same-sex marriage now legal in Hawaii, the wedding industry has no doubt been booming with business. So far, there’s only one company in the state that prides itself as being LGBT certified. Perfectly Planned Hawaii announced its certification with the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce – just a day after the law […]

Did you know that the Disney movie, “Lilo and Stitch,” takes place in the historic Hanapepe town on Kauai? Well, a more animated version of it, anyway. The team of illustrators portrays the town as a place where alien beings crash-landed; one of those aliens happens to be the odd, stray “dog” named Stitch. Lilo […]

The verdict is in on using electronics while aboard airplanes, and the Federal Aviation Administration says, passengers won’t have to turn off all electronic devices anymore. That’s right! From gate to gate, the new guidelines allows passengers to read, play games, listen to music and watch movies; however, they still cannot talk on cellphones during […]

Forget about First Class seating; Hawaiian Airlines offers something even better than that. Extra Comfort seating gives passengers more legroom and other amenities to enhance their Hawaii travel experience. But how much extra does it cost? Tickets for these special seats start at $40 and will be offered on North American and international routes. As […]

While Hawaii doesn’t necessarily get those fab fall colors, there is one color in particular that screams the season: orange! Pumpkins of all sizes roll right into supermarkets and local farmers markets around the state. But there’s nothing more fun than picking a pumpkin straight from the patch. Here are a few places to do […]

After the 16-day government shutdown, parks and attractions across the nation have reopened to the public. Hawaii visitors, in particular, have been rejoicing over the good news. Most traveling thousands of miles to get here and, not to mention, spending a good chunk of money. No one wants to get shortchanged on their trip to […]

At any given time of day, expect to see joggers, walkers, bicyclists, you name it – at the base of Diamond Head Crater. The iconic Oahu landmark has not only been made famous by its heavily-trotted hiking trail but also by its surrounding landscape that continues to challenge the physically-active. Because of the high volume […]