Navigating Hawaii: Windward, Leeward, Mauka, Makai
One of the most unique aspects of Hawaii has got to be its microclimates. One side of the island may be raining buckets while at…
Hawaii Through Ha‘a Keaulana’s Eyes
Some of Oahu’s most pristine shorelines and vast mountain ranges exist on the west side of the island. In fact, the Waianae Mountains hosts Oahu’s…
Diving Deeper into the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands
Every year, a local social studies teacher asks his students, “What do you think the largest city in the world is?” And every year, he…
Volcanic Fog Equals VOG
Sometimes our view of the beautiful mountain ranges in Hawaii can get a bit hazy, particularly when volcanic fog, or vog, is in town. It’s…
Hotel Sitters Help Parents Get Hawaii Date Nights
With our calm beaches and kid-friendly attractions (like the new elephant exhibit at the Honolulu Zoo!), Hawaii is the perfect family vacation getaway. Parents, however,…
Purple Power: Acai in Ha-wai-i
It’s the oh-so famous Brazilian berry that packs a punch as a modern-day superfood. Acai (ah-sigh-EE) is known for the dark purple colors it leaves…
The Love Story of Naupaka
Let’s discover the romance behind Naupaka, a common Hawaii plant with a not-so-common story. There’s a story hidden in everything around us, and like many…
Like It or Not, Coqui Frogs Call to All
ko-KEE-ko-KEEEEEEE ko-KEEE-ko-KE…Coqui frogs are usually the size of a quarter, but females can get twice as big. Appropriately named after its high-pitched mating call, the…
Sunflowers Brighten Up Hawaii
The North Shore of Oahu will soon get even sunnier. Within the next few months, a field of sunflowers should be in full bloom and…
Seeing Clearly Under the Deep Blue Sea
Blind as a bat. Yeah, I’ve heard that one on more than one occasion! I’m not blind, but I do have pretty horrible eyesight, meaning…
Pau Hana Meaning: The Happiest Hour in Hawaii
Looking for pau hana meaning? You must be in Hawaii, where this is a common phrase echoed by locals celebrating the end of a hard…