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A lot has been written and discussed about Opaeka’a Falls on Kauai. It’s on Kauai’s windward side and is remarkable for its natural beauty and place in ancient Native Hawaiian legend and cosmology. We’ll make this much clearer: hiking to the waterfall is illegal. Its name translates to “rolling shrimp” and refers to the once […]

I am, admittedly, not much of a beer guy. Sure, I like a frosty one now and then, usually a Guinness. If I’m bending the elbow with friends, I’m likely sipping on a fine bourbon. I’m also highly aware of the remarkable Hawaii craft brewing community that has prospered and grown impressively over the past […]

Photots by Jeannemarie Photography https://jeannemariephoto.com/ There are few things as romantic or dreamy as Hawaii Beach Weddings. First, there’s the setting: golden sand, rolling waves, swaying palm trees, and perhaps the vibrant hues of the sunset filling the sky. Then, there’s the relaxed vibe you can only find on a tropical vacation.  No wonder you […]

We’ve decided on the 3 Best Hawaii Islands for a Honeymoon to take the guesswork out of your newlywedded travel.  When you’re in the trenches of wedding planning and stressing over each detail of your big day, there is a light at the end of the tunnel: your honeymoon. No pressure, no worries, just you […]

Discover a glistening and intriguing sea glass beach in Hawaii.  Have you ever seen sea glass before? It’s pieces of glass that have been broken up and smoothed down by the ocean current. These colorful pieces of translucent pebbles wash onto shore in certain areas of the world, including one spot on the southern shore […]

Oahu visitor arrivals are just a couple of ticks down from what they were in 2019, nudging back up to nearly 30,000 souls every day. The tourism vacuum of the Covid pandemic has filled quickly since its ebb. That means Oahu is busy. We’ll offer here some Oahu vacation pro tips as Hawaii tourism enters […]

I’ve had an unofficial policy of avoiding Waikiki unless I’m being paid to be there since before the pandemic. I’ve had an official policy of avoiding Las Vegas without generous remuneration for decades, for pretty much the same reason. There’s really nothing there for me. But we’ve a dear friend in town we haven’t seen […]

“Do you like Hawaiian pizza?” I was at a famous Waikiki Beach restaurant on assignment recently, Duke’s Waikiki, and the question would later send me into an existential tailspin. It was a simple and innocent yes-or-no question asked by a child on vacation with their parents. Sitting at the bar of my neighborhood pub days […]

A confluence of factors, algorithms, and introspection among them, compel me to write a blog about Hawaiian music. It’s a fool’s errand. Books have been written and graduate studies courses have been taught about Hawaiian music and the major players who constellate the firmament of beloved performers who have forged its modern and mainstream identity. […]

The Hawaiian Monk seal holds a unique significance in Hawaii. To begin with, it is one of only two native species found exclusively in Hawaii, the other being the Hoary bat. The Seal’s official name is “Monachus schauinslandi” which is known in Hawaiian as ‘ilio holo i ka uaua – the dog that goes in […]

You’re in good company if you’re wondering whether you require a passport to visit Hawaii. This question frequently arises because Hawaii has a unique cultural identity that makes it feel somewhat different from the mainland United States. Many travelers need clarification about the requirements. While Hawaii has the feel of a foreign country, it’s still […]

If you coming to the islands chances are you’re going to want a cocktail so here are some ideas for Hawaii’s tropical drinks. There are lots of them, and innumerable variations of each, depending on the hand that mixes them. Adult beverage culture and practice have evolved over many decades, with new ingredients, methods, and […]