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A Staycation at Moana Surfrider
The Moana Surfrider has always allured me. Every time I’ve driven past the white-columned entrance on Kalakaua Avenue or walked past the towering banyan tree steps away from Waikiki beach, I’m charmed. Almost enchanted by its presence and design. Maybe because of its regal yet plantation-style architecture. Or the enticing wooden rocking chairs in the…
Read MoreA Chinatown Corner Crowded with History
Just a short five-or-ten minute walk north on King Street from the iconic and much-visited Honolulu landmarks Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, and the Hawaiian Mission Houses is Chinatown. Now designated as Culture & Arts District, the area is home to many fine eateries and a handful of quirky art galleries. And while they are great…
Read MoreWhat do Jeeps and Hawaii have in common?…..Henry Kaiser
Henry Kaiser. The name probably rings a bell, right? But why? For those of you who don’t know the significance behind this name, here is a brief history lesson on a man who was extremely noteworthy in Hawaii, and largely recognized as the most powerful businessman in the US of the era. Henry Kaiser might…
Read MoreTraffic in Paradise
When you’ve finally made it to the warm tropics of Hawaii, and you can hardly wait to check out the resort pool and beautiful beaches, you’re probably not even remotely thinking about the traffic you may encounter from the airport to the hotel. Or if you’re leaving the resort to catch a flight home, or…
Read MoreSetting Sail for the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar
Hawaii is full of beautiful beaches and singular experiences. Unfortunately, many visitors don’t get to experience them due to the simple fact that they don’t know about those activities. A day at Oahu’s Kaneohe Sandbar is among those activities. Located in the heart of Kaneohe Bay, the sandbar attracts a flotilla of watercrafts daily. On…
Read MoreReinventing the Hawaii Bachelor Party
Hawaii is among the most desirable locations in the world for a destination wedding. It’s exotic but still in the United States, so current passports, customs, visas, and currency exchanges are entirely unnecessary for your U.S. guests to negotiate. Our agents here at Hawaii Aloha Travel are experts at helping you plan your Hawaii wedding,…
Read More5 Hawaii Cliffs You Want To Climb
Hawaii cliffs are some of the most famous and beautiful sights in the world. How about climbing one during your next Hawaii vacation? The Lure of Cliffs Many people seek adventure during their vacations. It’s as if some internal heartstring tugs at us to get up and explore. We feel encouraged to discover new terrain,…
Read MoreThe Name of the Rain in Hawaii
Most people would agree that there is one kind of rain: the wet kind. But just as the indigenous cultures of Alaska and Canada have dozens of different words for different kinds of snow, so does the Hawaiian language have a great many words and phrases that are specific to rainfall characteristics in different parts…
Read MoreNeed a Cab?
I take a lot of cabs. As a professional musician who lives in town, I find it easier than battling traffic, finding and paying for parking, and lugging my gear to and from the venue from an always far away stall. I get door-to-door transpo for about twenty bucks. It occurs to me that most…
Read MoreStaying Safe During Your Hawaii Vacation
There is a false sense of security in Hawaii’s outdoor environment. Yes the water looks tranquil and tropical, the trails appear peaceful and lush and the guidebooks paint a rosy image of the waterfalls and swimming holes that make everything seem like a dream. While I do agree that Hawaii is a relatively safe place…
Read MoreBeyond Macadamia Nuts: Gifts to Take Home
There are many Japanese cultural traditions and customs now woven into Hawaii’s social fabric. Among them is omiyage (oh-mee-YAH-ghee), or the tradition of bringing something, usually edible, back from your travels away from home to present to family, friends, or coworkers as a token of honor and respect. It should be something that is unique…
Read MoreCelebrating an Anniversary in Hawaii
With my one-year marriage anniversary approaching this July, I’ve been busy finding ways to celebrate in a unique, romantic and meaningful way. Since my husband and I are lucky enough to live in a place as beautiful as the North Shore of Oahu, it’s hard to find someplace to beat it. We considered flying to…
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