Hawaii Vacation Blog

Rail transit is a hot-button issue in Honolulu. But railroads on Oahu have a much longer and richer history than the current, decades-long struggle to bring the rails to the city. Tucked into a sleepy community on the Ewa Plain near Kapolei, in a quiet neighborhood bustled only by the roar of jetfighters overhead and […]

So much food, so little time! We’re rounding up the top 8 foods to try in Hawaii. Hawaii has incredible foods, many of which you can’t find anywhere else in the world! Only after I moved away from Hawaii (twice!) I realized how amazing Hawaii cuisine really is. It’s not just the “fancy” stuff, but […]

Wondering how to find Chinatown Honolulu parking? We’ve got favorite spots that we’re sharing with our readers today.  Why It’s Hard to Find Chinatown Honolulu Parking Beginning in the late 1990s, redevelopment in Honolulu’s Chinatown has seen a proliferation of new restaurants, bars, lounges, art galleries, and custom clothing and boutique shops. Although some have […]

If you’re looking for the best brewery Waikiki offers, you’ll likely head straight to Waikiki Brewing Company. This icon stands proudly at the corner of Kalakaua Avenue and Ala Moana Boulevard. They serve up an awesome menu of beer, cocktails, and food – definitely don’t miss it when you’re in town.  But that’s not the […]

Some say that Lanikai Beach is the best beach on Oahu. In fact, this beautiful place constantly pops up on lists of the top beaches in Hawaii – and in the entire world. So what makes Lanikai Beach so special? Lanikai translates to “Heavenly Ocean” in Hawaiian, and once you’re here you’ll see why. Local […]

Ready for your trip to Hawaii? If you don’t have the latest cool new beach gear, you may want to take another pass at your suitcase. That’s because there are all sorts of amazing gadgets and gismos designed to make your trip to the beach the best it can be. Read-on to learn more about […]

There are few things that’ll put a damper on a long-awaited Hawaii vacation more than having your stuff stolen right out of your rental car. Besides the hassle that comes with filing a police report and dealing with the car rental company, your stuff is now gone! Visitors to Hawaii are often the victims of […]

Hawaii is expensive. We can’t deny that, and we’re not going to pretend coming here is going to be cheap. But it just might be the trip of a lifetime. Many of my friends and family who have come to visit me have told me it was the best trip of their entire lives – […]

Tourism is the top industry in Hawaii. With its beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and rich history, it’s not hard to see why. I’ve lived here for years, and I am still in awe of the beauty here every single day! The views never get old, and I never run out of new places to explore. […]

Movies filmed on Oahu feature wow-worthy scenery, lush tranquility, and an edge of natural drama.  It’s no surprise to me that so many famous movies have been filmed in Hawaii. The gorgeous scenery and crystal-clear water can transport you to fictional worlds full of wonder.  Are you dreaming of a vacation in paradise? Or are […]

If you’ve been reading my posts for a while, then you know that I’m all about cheap activities in Hawaii. There are lots of free outdoorsy things to do, like swimming, hiking, and chasing waterfalls. Not only are they incredible experiences, but they are usually free or very cheap. To make it easier to enjoy […]

The most wonderful time of the year is whale watching season in Hawaii. Years before we moved to Hawaii, my husband’s family would come to Hawaii in the winter to see whales. They only would come to Hawaii when they knew they could see whales, usually around February. Every winter, over 5,000 humpback whales travel […]