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Keep Your Distance Around Dolphins in Hawaii
Imagine you’re enjoying an evening boat ride in a calm bay during your visit to Hawaii. All of a sudden, a pod of spinner dolphins swims nearby, and you have the opportunity to dive in and swim with them. What do you do? The short answer is: keep your distance. According to the National Oceanic…
Read MoreLove the Ukulele? Your Day is Here!
There’s just something about the sweet sound of an ukulele that says, “Hawaii.” Maybe it’s the humble strum of the strings. Maybe it’s the simple, but meaningful chords. Maybe it’s the cool voice that usually accompanies the melody. Whatever it is, many people consider ukuleles to be the backbone of Hawaiian music, and, this weekend,…
Read MoreFarming, Family, and Fun in Hawaii
Hawaii’s beaches and tropical weather often overshadows its lush, local farms, but, this weekend, the 53rd annual Hawaii State Farm Fair is sure to garner all the attention! The Hawaii Farm Bureau (HFB), State Department of Agriculture, and Hawaii 4-H Livestock Council is sponsoring the event, which will be held at Kualoa Ranch in Kaawa…
Read MoreMango Madness Hits Hawaii
Close your eyes and imagine eating vibrant, delicious mangoes while taking in the sights and sounds of Waikiki. Sound like a sweet experience? It can be yours when you visit the seventh annual Mangoes at the Moana Event at the Moana Surfider, A Westin Resort and Spa. On Saturday, July 18th, mangoes make their return…
Read MoreMind Your Parking When Going Local
Lots of travelers who come to Hawaii are anxious to see what the state offers off the beaten tourist-path. But, visiting “local” neighborhoods to check-out how residents live, eat, and recreate may soon come at a price. A new bill under consideration by the City Council would require permits to park in certain residential areas,…
Read MoreRare Corpse Flower in Bloom
When you land in Hawaii, you can immediately smell the sweet aroma of the islands’ many tropical flowers. It’s one of the many reasons visitors flock here. But, what if I told you the most popular flower in Hawaii right now smells like a dead body?! That’s exactly what’s happening at Foster Botanical Gardens this…
Read MoreNo Rental Car on Oahu? No Problem!
If you don’t plan to rent a car for your , you don’t have to limit your outings to those within walking distance. Instead, consider renting a moped, scooter, or three-wheeled car to get you where you need to go. They’re affordable, easy to maneuver (mostly), and can help you avoid Oahu traffic, which could…
Read MoreHow to Stay Safe in Hawaii
Of all the places you’d like to visit while on vacation in Hawaii, there’s one place better left off your must-see list: the hospital. However, for thousands of tourists every year, an unexpected hospital stay turns up on their travel agendas. In fact, according to the Hawaii Dept. of Health, 68 non-residents die every year in…
Read MoreMauna Kea Visitor Center Closed
If your Hawaii vacation includes a trip to the Big Island, you may want to stay tuned to the latest controversy involving the proposed Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) on Mauna Kea. That’s because protests against the telescope closed the Mauna Kea visitor center last week, and further protests could jeopardize the visitor center’s hours of…
Read MoreHawaii Skies Shine Bright This Summer
Visitors lucky enough to travel to Hawaii this June or July are in for a celestial treat! According to the Honolulu Star Advertiser, this month, Jupiter and Venus will star in an astronomical show for several nights in the Hawaii skies. Each night, they will appear to come closer and closer together in the western evening…
Read MoreOahu for Travelers with Disabilities
An amazing Hawaii vacation is hardly out-of-reach for travelers with disabilities. In fact, all the islands offer an abundance of tours, beaches, hotels, and parks that are handicapped accessible and comfortable for those who have physical limitations. Oahu comes under the jurisdiction of the Americans with Disabilities Act, so stairs should have a corresponding ramp…
Read MoreHawaii Weather: Mild Yet Unpredictable
When you think about Hawaii weather, what kind of climate do you imagine? If you’re like most people, you picture Hawaii as a state that enjoys perpetual summer, complete with sunny skies and just enough rain to keep the valleys lush and green. You’d be right—mostly. But, Hawaii’s climate is much, much more complex. In…
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