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What’s the Best Hawaii Souvenir? Our Top 5 Picks
You’re already thinking about your Hawaii souvenir, but choosing what to bring home can be tough. Today we’re recommending some top souvenirs and helping you decide which is best for you! What Makes a Great Hawaii Souvenir When I vacation somewhere special, I always make a point to take home a souvenir or two as…
Read MoreHawaii For Chocoholics
Many travelers are aware of a location’s specialty. Like the wines of Bordeaux, the BBQ flavors of Korea or the wild salmon of Alaska. In Hawaii, a few notorious things come to mind- tropical fruits, fresh fish and shave ice. But the islands also have a variety of other artisanal items that rival places like…
Read MoreGoing Organic in Hawaii
The word ‘organic’ is nothing new. It’s on shelves at Costco, touted in restaurants; it’s even made its way into our make up and cleaning products. In fact, in 2002, the USDA released its national standards for organic products, officially bringing the movement into the mainstream, reports an article on Smithsonian.com. The article also suggests…
Read MoreStarry Night in the Sand – Hawaii Bioluminescence
Last night my husband and I were taking a nighttime stroll down Ke Iki beach on the North Shore, when all of a sudden our footsteps in the sand lit up with sparks of blue/green light. Every foot or so a small glow flickered, each one glinting up from the wet, dark sand like a…
Read MoreSunburn in Hawaii? Here’s What to Do
Sunburn in Hawaii — it happens to even the most careful travelers. The island’s proximity to the equator and our endless outdoor activities are the perfect recipe for lobster-hued skin. Read on to learn all about our favorite remedies for a classic Hawaii sunburn. From Sun Tan to Sun Burn in Hawaii Hawaii is the…
Read More9 Things you probably never knew about Oahu
Many vacationers seek Oahu for one reason: Waikiki . The white sands, turquoise waters, fun surf breaks, premiere shopping, exciting nightlife… there are plenty of reasons why a traveler would want to explore Waikiki and all it has to offer. And while this area has been highly commercialized as a tropically urban, picturesque and lively…
Read MoreLegends Behind Popular Hawaii Locations
One of the things that give Hawaii its enormously rich cultural heritage is its sprawling mythology. It is a mythology as full of love and lust, of conquest and loss, of heroism and betrayal, as any of the classical Greek or Roman myths that most literate people in the western world are familiar with. Each…
Read MoreWaimea Bay: A Must-Visit Any Time of Year
Waimea Bay in Oahu is one of Hawaii’s best beaches. But really, it seems like two totally different beaches, depending on what time of year you visit. In winter months, it draws big wave surfers who aim to ride its 30+ foot tall waves. In the summer, it’s a tranquil swimming spot that’s perfect for…
Read MoreOur Favorite 5 Famous Songs About Hawaii
Whether you are traveling the islands or simply daydreaming about a vacation, there’s one thing to instantly put you in an Aloha state of mind: music. There are many famous songs about Hawaii, along with some less popular gems that you’ll love — here are our favorites! Check them out and let us know which…
Read MoreBYOB Restaurants in Honolulu
When it comes to dining out, my tastes and appetites are unsophisticated and modest. I’m more of an atmosphere person. Usually, if I like the place, I’ll like the food. I’m partial to a casual place, but with a menu that goes beyond quotidian plate lunch fare and bar food. Places that allow diners to…
Read MoreWhy Hawaiian Airlines Feels Hawaiian
Ever since I got my Alaska Airlines credit card, I’ve been a die-hard Alaska Airlines flyer. I like their snack packs, service and in flight entertainment, but I have to admit, their prices have begun to get a little disheartening. I was recently shopping for a flight from Honolulu to San Jose, California, when I…
Read MoreRenting a car on Oahu? | Here’s some nice drives to take
The vacation to Oahu is booked. The room at the hotel has been reserved. You’ve made calls about restaurant reservations, activity plans and museum tickets. Everything is prepped for a wonderful vacation in Hawaii. But one problem some travelers encounter once they arrive on island is with the rental car. So you’ve chosen to book…
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