Hawaii Vacation Blog

Where Can You See Lava, Visit a Planetarium, and View Hawaiian Artifacts? Bishop Museum!

While museums probably aren’t the first thing that you think about when you think of Hawaii, there are many museums to explore here. You will see exhibits nothing like you will see back home because of Hawaii’s unique art, culture, and history. This week, I decided to go to Bishop Museum because I wanted to […]

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There’s more to the Dole Plantation than just pineapples!

One of the most frequently asked questions I get about Hawaii is whether or not the is worth a visit. Honestly, I could never answer. I had never been to the Dole Plantation aside from a quick visit to grab some Dole Whip. But today, I decided to do some research and see for myself. […]

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Local Style Comfort Food at Side Street Inn

When I go on vacation, I don’t want to eat at the same types of places I frequent at home. I want to eat local food, visit mom-and-pop shops, and go to the restaurants that are away from the tourists. I feel like you can learn a lot about a place that you are visiting […]

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The Ultimate Guide to One Day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Many people who come to Hawaii want a mixture of adventure and relaxation. There are beautiful beaches to relax at with a cocktail in hand, but there are also volcanoes to explore, hikes to go on, and lots of other things to see! With only a limited number of days, it can be difficult to […]

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When and Where to See Turtles in Oahu

Pretty much everyone who visits Hawaii hopes to see the elusive – and endangered – (Hawaiian green sea turtle). Lucky scuba divers and snorkelers sometimes spot them in the waters of Turtle Bay, Lanikai Beach, and Hanauma Bay. But there is one place that almost never disappoints, whether you are swimming in the ocean or […]

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Thinking about spending Christmas in Hawaii? Book NOW!

Planning starts in July when you’re thinking about spending Christmas in Hawaii. Trust us. If you dream of a Hawaiian Christmas – with palm trees and Mai Tais instead of busy shopping malls and snow – we can help you make that dream happen. If you wait to book your holiday vacation to Hawaii until […]

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Best Hilo Botanical Gardens: Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden

Hilo is the perfect place for botanical garden. This town on Hawaii Island has a lush, rainy environment, a serene oceanside setting, and some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. And Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden is the perfect place to see Hilo’s beauty in all its glory.  We loved our visit to […]

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Top 10 Kauai Must-Dos

Although Oahu is my home and will always hold a special place in my heart, Kauai is my favorite island to visit. The oldest Hawaiian island, its beauty stretches from the depths of Waimea Canyon to the high cliffs of the Na Pali Coast. Today, I want to share with you a few of my […]

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History comes alive at The USS Missouri Memorial

I’ve always loved history. Now that I live in Hawaii, I love learning about all of the historical events that happened here. If you want to learn a little bit more about military history, especially World War II history, I highly recommend visiting the USS Missouri Memorial. History of the Mighty Mo History comes alive […]

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Kahuku Farms: Oahu’s Farm-to-Table Cafe

One thing that I love about being a blogger is that I get to constantly go out and try new things here in Hawaii. But today, I’m going to tell you about one of my old favorites, a place I have been going back to over and over again for years: Kahuku Farms on Oahu. […]

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Stargazing at Mauna Kea

Surreal. That is the only way I can describe my experience at Mauna Kea. I recently got back from my second trip to the Big Island. The one thing that I had to do when I was on the Big Island was go to Mauna Kea. I got to watch the sunset from above the […]

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Free Hawaii Coffee Farm Tour at Greenwell Farms 

Did you know that one of Hawaii’s best coffee farm tours is completely free? Kona’s Greenwell Farms offers thorough daily tours with complimentary samples of their homegrown coffee. Today I’m sharing all about my visit to this special place and offering tips to make sure you get the most out of your Kona coffee farm […]

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