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Snorkeling in Hawaii 101: Top Spots, Gear Rentals, and Best Advice

Snorkeling in Hawaii is one of the best beach activities for travelers and locals alike. It’s an incredible way to experience the warm ocean and…

Tips for enjoying Hilo on the Big Island

The largest town on the Big Island and second largest in the state, Hilo is a lush rainforest that is known to be one of…

Fun Facts About Hawaii

The youngest state in the country, Hawaii is a unique place with a culture and history all of it’s own. As one of the most…

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The Hawaii Lava Rock Curse Explained

Our main topic today is a spooky one. Well, if you’re superstitious I guess, because I think the topic is more about respect and less…

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Airline Fees and Tips for Better Flying to Hawaii

Halloween has come and gone already, which always seems to mark the beginning of the holiday season. For those of you vacationing to Hawaii this…

Pumpkin Picking in Hawaii

While Hawaii doesn’t necessarily get those fab fall colors, there is one color in particular that screams the season: orange! Pumpkins of all sizes roll…

Niihau Shells: Hawaii’s Seashell Gemstones

Did you know that a single lei made of Niihau shells can sell for as much as $30,000? That’s right, a lei that costs as…

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Winter Weather in Hawaii

Our main topic today is on winter (what?) in Hawaii and the highlights of vacationing to the islands during this time of year. If you’re…

Local Grindz at Side Street Inn

Pork chops, garlic chicken, fried rice, and peanut butter crunch…It’s safe to say I found a little piece of heaven at Side Street Inn. Though…

How to Walk Through a Hawaii Plantation Village

Growing up on Oahu, Hawaii’s Plantation Village was a common field trip destination. As a seventh grader, I enjoyed visiting this recreated sugar plantation. But…

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My Must Do Suggestions for Hilo, Hawaii

Our main topic of the day is about Hilo, Big Island’s largest town and Hawaii’s second largest town. Most people only know one thing about…

Have You Tried Haulolo?

When haupia and kulolo make a baby, you get HAULOLO. The hybrid dessert combines two traditional Hawaiian foods into one non-traditional creation. Haupia (coconut-milk-based) and…