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Where Can You See Lava, Visit a Planetarium, and View Hawaiian Artifacts? Bishop Museum!

While museums probably aren’t the first thing that you think about when you think of Hawaii, there are many museums to explore here. You will…

Free Hawaii Coffee Farm Tour at Greenwell Farms 

Did you know that one of Hawaii’s best coffee farm tours is completely free? Kona’s Greenwell Farms offers thorough daily tours with complimentary samples of…

Statue of Hawaiian music icon in Waikiki

Art in many different forms can be found practically everywhere you look in Hawaii. , community theater, festivals, paintings, photography, music, sculpture, and more play…

The Kona Coffee Story: The History and Future of Hawaii Coffee

You’ve probably heard about Kona coffee in Hawaii. When you come to Hawaii, drinking a cup of locally sourced brew is a must-do. But what…

Hawaiian Greetings and Words to Know Before Your Trip

People always ask me what languages people speak in Hawaii. English is the main language spoken here, so you don’t have to worry about learning…

Endangered species in Hawaii and how you can protect them

There are many endangered species in Hawaii, but two local favorites that you just might see during your trip here are Hawaiian monk seals and…

Know Your History of Hula in Hawaii

It’s rare any visitor would come to Hawaii without being, at least marginally, familiar with hula. After a “re” explosion several decades ago, hula has…

Why Does Hawaii Celebrate Prince Kuhio Day?

Prince Kuhio Day is a state holiday in Hawaii, but do you know why this person is so important and why the holiday exists? Let’s…

Connect with the Past Through Moon Walks in Hawaii

If there’s one place in Hawaii that has managed to retain the look and feel of ancient Hawaii, it’s Valley on the North Shore of…

Be a Kona Coffee Farmer for a Day in Hawaii!

Have you ever imagined what life in Hawaii was like during the early to mid part of the last century? The 1920’s to 1940’s saw…

Is a Niihau, Hawaii Tour Right for You?

On a personal level, I’ve always been intrigued by the island of , Hawaii. Considered the “forbidden island,”  is a 72 square-mile privately owned island…

Hawaiian Folklore: Our Top 3 Lovers and Romantic Legends

Hawaii is such a romantic destination, and Hawaiian folklore is teeming with love stories. Unfortunately, many of these stories don’t have the happiest endings.  Still,…