Category: Hawaii Culture & Happenings

The main islands of Hawaii has a long and deep connection to Hollywood (think The Descendants, Aloha, 50 First Dates, etc.), but, now, the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands are getting a shot at stardom. That’s because they play a starring role in a new, short documentary film called “Lightning Strikes Twice,” which is the real-life sequel […]

Here in Hawaii, we have the best of both worlds: We still have amazing holiday light displays, but don’t have to suffer frostbite while viewing them! Which is why I think a trek to the annual Honolulu City Lights display is one of my all-time favorite holiday excursions. So, if you’re visiting Hawaii this holiday […]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Hawaii, thanks to a pair of spectacular sand sculptures on Oahu! Sandsational Sand Sculpting, a company based in Melbourne, Florida, has just put the finishing touches on the second of two holiday sculptures at the Sheraton Waikiki in Honolulu, and you can be one of the […]

How would you like to return home from your Hawaii vacation boasting about your visit to America’s only official royal residence? You can, if you visit Palace on Oahu! Palace in downtown Honolulu was the residence of the last monarchs of Hawaii, King and Queen . And, if you’re visiting Hawaii soon, you can be one of […]

Here in Hawaii, with its strong military presence, we take our Veterans Day very seriously. So, if you’re visiting soon, you’ll notice an abundance of events and activities to celebrate this very important holiday. Here’s a look at the Top 5 upcoming Veterans Day events happening around Hawaii: 1. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (Big Island) […]

What do you think “Aloha” tastes like? Local company, Hawaiian Host, thinks it knows. The company says its newly-released treat, Tropical Fruit Bites, captures the essence of Aloha, and its executives are betting its loyal fan-base and new customers will agree. According to Hawaiian Host, its new creation combines real tropical fruit centers covered in its […]

Just because your Hawaii vacation happens to overlap with Halloween, you don’t have to miss out on any of the festivities you’d enjoy back home. In fact, when you book an or design your vacation package to the neighbor islands through Hawaii Aloha Travel, you can get the most out of your trip—and the money […]

Are you lucky enough to spend Halloween in Hawaii? If so you definitely should check out Ala Moana Halloween. This fun family-friendly event is a great way to trick-or-treat during your vacation, and we’ll talk all about it here. We’ll also share other fun Halloween events on Oahu that you should check out.  So keep […]

Cheers to Oktoberfest in Hawaii! Let’s discover the best places to celebrate the beer-centric festival! Fewer than 100,000 people in Hawaii claim German heritage, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a good Oktoberfest party while you’re here! Typically, this autumn festival lasts 16 days in Germany (from mid-September to early October), but here in […]

The Ancient Hawaiians were quite the sports enthusiasts! Surrounded by the ocean, many of the people who lived in Hawaii long-ago perfected many of the water sports we still enjoy today. But, it may surprise you that they also loved sledding and strength-based sports, neither of which took place in the water. When you visit […]

Once the sun sets each night during your Oahu vacation, you may wonder: What do I do with my (children)? Well, Ward Village in Honolulu has a solution! The developers of the popular shopping destination just announced they’re partnering with the Honolulu International Film Festival to bring Keiki Courtyard Cinema to families. Courtyard Cinema is […]

If you’re visiting Oahu and staying in Waikiki, you may wonder: what could possibly be worth driving 2 hours to Haleiwa on the North Shore?! The answer is plain and simple: Waimea Valley. Here you’ll find historical and archaeological sites, an expansive botanical garden, and cultural attractions that will transport you back to the time […]