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Peace + Tranquility at Hoomaluhia
Although it may have a difficult name to pronounce, Hoomaluhia is far from anything difficult. (Pronounced: ho-OH-mah-loo-HEE-UH). The botanical garden on the windward side of…
Poi to the World
Along with the chocolate-covered mac nuts and Kona coffee that visitors might bring back as Hawaiian souvenirs, it is very likely they will be taking…
Coffee in Kalaheo
Kauai’s coffee shop scene is quite the opposite of Oahu, where there’s a Starbucks or Coffee Bean on every other block. Instead, Kauai strays away…
Where Will Kakaako Murals Go?
When the Kakaako area of Oahu gets its new boutique shopping area in a few years, what will happen to all the cool murals we…
Lanikai Juice Found Beyond the Kailua Town
Despite the name, Lanikai Juice can be found in two other areas of Oahu. There’s one on the North Shore, as well as another in…
A Cottage By the Sea
As one of Oahu’s first smalltime boutiques, Cottage By the Sea continues to follow its original intent from humbled beginnings – to bring together the…
Jack Johnson’s ‘Got You’
It’s been three years since singer-songwriter-surfer Jack Johnson came up with some new tunes. But his fans understand; he’s been busy being a family man,…
Historic Kaimuki
Did you know that there used to be an ostrich farm in Kaimuki? It belonged to Hawaiian King David Kalakaua, who became fascinated in these…
Some of my Favorite North Shore Drive Stops
When you’re vacationing on Oahu, make sure to plan a day exploring the north shore because it depicts a totally different personality of this bustling…
Hawaiian History Alive in Makua Valley
You can just feel the mana, or power, when driving by Makua Valley. Even though it’s inaccessible to the public today, the valley is still…
Everything Macadamia at this Fun Store
No trip to the North Shore could be complete without a stop at the Macadamia Nut Farm outlet. For the last 10 years visitors have…
Ancient Hawaiian Sledding
Hawaiian lava sledding is as extreme a sport as it got for ancient Hawaiians. Racing headfirst downhill at speeds of 60 or 70 miles per…