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Our 5 Favorite Things to Do in Oahu When It Rains
Even though Hawaii typically glistens with bright sunshine, we’re also famous for our lush, green valleys. And, to get those lush, green valleys, we need rain. A lot of it. Though we don’t see too many rainy stretches in the resort areas of Oahu, it’s still good to have a plan just in case. That’s…
Read MoreNowhere to Park in Honolulu? Our Top Three Parking Websites
We’ve all heard of the parking nightmares that are part of daily life in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York. But, in Honolulu? Yep, sometimes I have to remember we live on an island, and there’s only so much space available (plus, Honolulu is the 12th largest city in the U.S.). Add to that…
Read MoreTo Visit or Not to Visit the Water Park in Hawaii? THAT Is the Question
This weekend, all three of my children are playing happily (I assume) at Wet n’ Wild, the popular water park in Hawaii located on Oahu. But, what about visitors? Should you take the time (and spend the money) to visit our Oahu water park? We’ve done a little research, and here are a few reasons…
Read MoreHawaii Zika Risks: Should You Be Concerned?
Remember when Zika was the big virus dominating the headlines? Though other illnesses have since dominated the news circuit, Zika is still a threat and a problem in certain regions of the world. But what about your vacation to Hawaii? Our tropical environment and prevalent mosquito populations make many visitors and residents fear a Hawaii…
Read MoreNew Discoveries, New Attractions at the Maui Ocean Center in Hawaii
It’s a shameful secret I carry with me wherever I go — I haven’t been to Maui in years. I try to console myself with the fact that I moved back to the mainland for a few years, but, really, there’s no excuse. This magical island is right around the corner, and it’s home to nearly…
Read MoreHawaii Lifeguards – Where They Are and How They’re Trained
Even if you’re not traveling to the islands with small children in-tow, it’s still a good idea to seek-out a beach that comes equipped with Hawaii lifeguards (you can never be TOO safe in our waters). And, it’s a good idea to know how they can help, if or when you have an ocean emergency.…
Read MoreLove “Old Hawaii”? Check-Out This Vintage Film of the Big Island in Hawaii
As many of you probably know, it’s pretty easy to get “attached” to Hawaii, especially if you connect with the land, the culture, and the history here. For many of us, Hawaii feels like home (even if you don’t live here). But we’re certainly not the first (nor will we be the last) to feel…
Read MoreThese Are the Best Pools in Hawaii
Wondering where to stay for the best pools in Hawaii? We’re here to help! Remember the days when a hotel pool was just… well… a hotel pool? It was usually kidney-shaped with maybe a diving board but nothing else. After all, who went to a hotel for the pool anyway?! Boy, how times have changed!…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Sunscreen IQ? Stay Safe in the Hawaii Sun
Have you ever “people-watched” in Waikiki? If you take a moment to scan the beaches, you’ll likely see more than one Hawaii visitor with the tell-tale sunburn marks of a first-timer. I can’t help but cringe every time I see it — it’s gotta hurt! Chances are, those sunburn victims underestimated the power of the Hawaii…
Read MoreTop 12 Places for Al Fresco Dining in Hawaii
Would you like a steak with a side of beautiful sunset? Order up! In Hawaii, we’ve perfected the art of al fresco (outdoor) dining, and diners across the country have taken notice. In fact, opentable.com users have just voted twelve Hawaii restaurants in the top 100 places for al fresco dining in the U.S. “Dining…
Read MoreGet Healthy! Where to Find Organic Grocery Stores in Hawaii
I admit I’m not much of a health nut, but I do enjoy taking a foray into organic grocery stores every once in a while. Everything looks so fresh and ripe — and don’t even get me started on the salad bars! But, these organic/health food grocery stores can be notoriously hard to find. So we’ve…
Read MoreDate Night Dilemma: Where To Find Hawaii Babysitting Services
Just because you bring your children on your Hawaii vacation doesn’t mean you can’t still have a romantic date night in paradise! But, what are two romance-starved parents to do if they didn’t bring a babysitter along? The answer? Tap-into one of the many Hawaii babysitting services, and enjoy a night-out knowing your children are…
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