Category: Hawaii Travel & Vacation Info

The largest town on the Big Island and second largest in the state, Hilo is a lush rainforest that is known to be one of the wettest towns in the world. The geographic flipside to the volcanic Kohala Coast of the Big Island, Hilo is very tropical and boasts dramatic waterfalls and natural wonders that […]

The youngest state in the country, Hawaii is a unique place with a culture and history all of it’s own. As one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, there is much to see and do in these islands, and even more to learn. We’ve compiled a list of the top most interesting […]

Remember the days when the choice between checking or carrying on your luggage was a free one, and revolved around convenience? “Let’s carry on our luggage so we don’t have to wait at the baggage claim” or “let’s check our luggage so we don’t have to deal with the kids’ bags”. The choice was yours […]

Many travelers wonder if they should bring their own snorkel gear when coming to Hawaii. My advice would be to save space in your luggage and rent instead. It’s like renting a pair of gloves or goggles from a snow shop; it doesn’t need to be the high-end stuff, just as long as the gear […]

Growing up on Oahu, Hawaii’s Plantation Village was a common field trip destination. As a seventh grader, I enjoyed visiting this recreated sugar plantation. But what would I think of it as an adult? Read along to discover my experience visiting this popular Hawaii destination.  A Walk Through History Hawaii Plantation Village takes visitors on […]

Have you seen the video of a Hawaii woman swimming with the great white shark? Kimi Werner, a national spearfishing champion and former art teacher, made headlines around the world when the video debuted on the web. Kimi had been part of an expedition right off the coast of Mexico when it happened. Check out […]

Hawaii, known for its myriad landscapes, promises a journey of vibrant contrasts. One moment, you’re treading along a secluded forest trail, and the next, you find yourself dwarfed amidst a soaring bamboo grove. The dramatic transformation in the terrain, from dense forests to towering bamboo groves, paints a vivid picture of Hawaii’s diverse ecosystems. This […]

It had been a while since I have visited Kapaa, so on a recent trip to Kauai, I made it a point to stop by this quaint east side town. Turns out, it had been a stop for coffee on our way out to the North Shore that steered us in this direction. We got […]

Banana Patch Studio goes above and beyond any other art store I’ve been to. As an art gallery, shopping venue and creative working studio, the Hanapēpē shop has managed to paint a whole new experience for Kauai visitors and art lovers alike. From outside, the shop looks like a cute plantation home – complete with […]

Before there were aloha shirts, there was palaka. The plaid-print cloth from England had been sewn into work shirts for plantation laborers, quickly becoming synonymous with this time in Hawaii’s history. Farmers, ranchers and plantation workers liked that the material was both comfy and durable, especially when working under the hot Hawaiian sun. Not to […]

The Hawaiian Islands are far from a secret; every year, millions of visitors call this place their “dream getaway.” And while you’re probably thinking, so much for the “getaway” when you’re also sharing it with other people, there are still ways to find solitude in paradise. 1- Stay off the beaten path. There’s more to […]

Tree tunnel Kauai: have you ever experienced the wonder on this short stretch of road? Of course, Hawaii is full of scenic drives and gorgeous surroundings, but the tree tunnel feels extra special because it’s so easy to stumble upon. In fact, you may not even have heard of “the tree tunnel Kauai” – maybe […]