Category: Hawaii Travel & Vacation Info

Where’s My Bus? What’s Open and Closed on New Year’s Day in Hawaii

You’ve been in Hawaii for a while now, and you finally understand bus schedules, the zoo and aquarium hours, and golf course tee times. But, WAIT! It’s New Year’s Day, and some services and places in Hawaii are barely open — or closed altogether. What’s a traveler to do? Hawaii Travel to the rescue! Here’s […]

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Want To Use Fireworks This New Year’s Eve in Hawaii? Read On!

The LAST thing you want to be doing on New Year’s Eve in Hawaii is explaining to a police officer why you illegally shot-off fireworks. Trust me. So, here’s a look at some of the rules and regulations surrounding fireworks in Hawaii and some tips on where to buy all the pyrotechnics you need to […]

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Safety First! Take Care When Using Fireworks in Hawaii

Spending New Year’s Eve in Hawaii is pretty special, not only because you get to ring in 2016 in paradise, but also because we are BANANAS about our fireworks! Even though the Honolulu City Council banned most personal fireworks in 2012, you’ll still see lots of revelers setting off all sorts of firecrackers. Then, of […]

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Top 5 Oahu Excursions When You’re Short on Time

Picture it: You’ve had a busy morning on Oahu and have already had lunch. You’re too tired (or short on time) to commit to a full or half-day tour, but you aren’t ready to head back to your hotel room. Besides a little stint at the beach, what’s a visitor to do? Here, we have […]

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Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Christmas in Hawaii

We may not have a white Christmas in Hawaii, but here in the State, we have PLENTY Christmas spirit! For visitors, that means lots of things to do if you want to put a little “jingle” in your vacation.  So, here’s a look at the top 10 ways to celebrate Christmas in Hawaii: 1. Hawaii Bowl: The […]

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The Best Scuba Diving in Hawaii for Beginners

You’re ready to “take the plunge” and scuba dive in Hawaii, but you’re still a beginner. No problem – we have you covered! Today, we’re revealing the best scuba diving in Hawaii for beginners! We’ve also got a few tips to help make the most of your scuba excursion along with some jaw-dropping photos that […]

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Want to Learn More About the USS Arizona in Hawaii? There’s an App for That!

When you book a or a through Hawaii Aloha Travel, your tour guide will offer guidance, information, and context so you can enjoy your visit to the fullest. But, you’ll soon have another tool at your disposal that can make your visit even more unique and profound — a new app that will provide a first-hand […]

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What and When Are Hawaii’s Seasons?

If you live anywhere besides the tropics (and most of you probably do), identifying the four seasons is pretty easy. Not so if you live in Hawaii. In fact, we don’t really have four “seasons” at all. Instead, we have two different weather patterns: summer and winter. Although each season varies a bit in precipitation, […]

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5 Reasons Hawaii is the Healthiest State in the U.S.

Hands down, Hawaii is one of the best places on Earth to live and visit. But, did you know it’s also a great place to stay healthy? According to Ozmosi, a healthcare company, Hawaii is the healthiest state in the US in 2023. Hawaii has a score of 79.40 out of 100 “Hawaii’s top ranking as the healthiest […]

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Calling All Shutterflies! 9 Best Family Selfie Spots on Oahu

It’s that time of year when many families coming to Hawaii have one goal in mind: take a great family pics and selfies. But, where to go? Here’s a list of the 10 best family photo spots on Oahu: 1. Sunset Beach: Yes, Sunset Beach on Oahu’s North Shore is a bit “out of the way” […]

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Where Can I Find “Odd” Colored Hawaii Beaches?

Did you know that the sand on Hawaii beaches can be white, yellow, black, red, or even green? Yep, just like the rainbow you’ll see after a morning drizzle here in Hawaii, our sand can be just as colorful. But, to find it, you’ll need to know where to look. Black Sand Beaches: If you’re […]

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Why Buy Pearl Harbor Museum Tickets in Advance?

Read along to learn about the process and importance of buying Pearl Harbor Museum tickets in advance.  Pearl Harbor is the number one visitor destination in Hawaii for a reason: what happened here has incredible historical significance. When Japan bombed the battleships stationed at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7th, 1941, America’s response would change the […]

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