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Giddy Up! 5 Reasons to Attend a Rodeo in Hawaii
Before you read this post, you should probably know I’m predisposed to loving rodeos — they were regular outings for folks in Georgia, from which I hail! But, my first rodeo was actually in Boise, Idaho when I was in my 20’s, and the experience got me hooked. Now, it’s my turn to pay it forward…
Read MoreBe a Paniolo for a Day! Visit Waimea on the Big Island
When my family and I lived in on the Big Island for a year, one of my favorite off-site trips was to (also called ) in the upcountry. When you drive into the town, you immediately feel as if you’re in a different state. Heck, you even feel like you’re in a different era! on…
Read MoreFish of Hanauma Bay: Be on the Lookout!
When I have visitors in town, they often ask me what to expect when visiting Hanauma Bay — besides the beautiful scenery. What they’re really asking is — what kind of cool marine life can I see if I go snorkeling there and where exactly might I find them? Lucky for them, I was able to dig…
Read More3 Top Reasons to Visit Kauai’s Old Koloa Town
At the turn of the 20th century, Hawaii was dotted with several sugar mills and plantations. The sugar industry drove the territory’s economic engine and social hierarchy. And it all started in one place: Old Koloa Town on Kauai. It’s the site of Hawaii’s first successful sugar mill, something locals talk about with pride, and…
Read MoreShave Ice in Hawaii – Join the Island Tradition!
Every time I stop for shave ice in Hawaii (or, more accurately, stop so my kids can get a shave ice), I wonder “where did this stuff come from?” After all, it could be called the most popular snack in the islands. Elsewhere on the mainland, you’ll find shave ice for sure (or snow cones…
Read MoreFlesh Eating Bacteria Hawaii: When to Stay OUT of the Water
Should you be concerned about flesh eating bacteria in Hawaii? Vibrio vulnificus is a rare bacteria found in Ala Wai Canal, a Honolulu waterway you don’t want to swim in. But there are other forms of bacteria lurking in Hawaii’s water. Here’s where you don’t want to swim, and how to protect yourself from illness. …
Read MoreMake It a Volunteer-cation! How To Make Your Visit To Hawaii Count
How would you like to turn your visit to Hawaii into a way to help the environment?! How about the opportunity to leave Hawaii a little better than you found it? Well, if you’re environmentally-minded, you have the chance to leave your mark on Maui, thanks to a program called Volunteering on Vacation by the…
Read MoreFrom Bean To Bar – Take a Chocolate Factory Tour in Hawaii
Did you know Hawaii is about to explode on the chocolate scene? I didn’t either — until I took a factory tour at Chocolate Factory! It all started with a busy Mom (me) trying to find things to do with her children over holiday break. So, when a discounted chocolate factory tour popped-up in my research,…
Read MoreConsidering a Big Hawaii Bus Tour? Here’s One More Reason to ‘Go Small’
There are lots of reasons Secret Hawaii Tours keeps it small. Among them? Our guests deserve a more intimate and personalized experience than the typical big Hawaii bus tour. But, now there’s another reason you may want to avoid cramming into a big bus while on vacation in Hawaii — many communities are outlawing them.…
Read MoreDid You Know? There’s a Coffee Plantation on Oahu, Maui & Kauai
When I first moved to Hawaii, I thought all Hawaii coffee came from Kona on the Big Island. But, turns out, I was wrong — REALLY wrong! There’s actually a coffee plantation on Oahu, Kauai, and Maui. Some offer tours, while others are a great chance to taste truly fresh coffee. Here’s a look at…
Read MoreWhy We Love Hanapepe: Hawaii’s Biggest Little Town
During my last trip to Kauai, we took an “off-ramp” we hadn’t taken before but had always wanted to explore — the small road to Hanapepe Town. I was originally intrigued by the town when I saw its slogan, “Hawaii’s Biggest Little Town.” What could that possibly mean!? Well, one stroll through the town, and…
Read MoreVictorian Charm at Queen Emma’s Summer Palace in Honolulu
Every time I drive the Highway toward , I glance at the sign that reads, “Queen Emma Summer Palace.” But, until now, something’s always stopped me from turning into the property. This time, though, I made the effort to visit this charming Victorian Era home (maybe because the venue offered free admission that day), and…
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