Hawaii Vacation Blog

Naturally, it’s rare that a visitor will come to Hawaii with the sole purpose of visiting the Honolulu Zoo in Hawaii (after all, the islands have too much to offer). But, visitors staying in one of the many located in Waikiki will often wander over to our charming zoo, especially if the (children) are in tow. […]

Prince Kuhio Day is a state holiday in Hawaii, but do you know why this person is so important and why the holiday exists? Let’s talk all about this fascinating historical figure and the many ways he influenced modern-day Hawaii.  Who Was Prince Kuhio Prince Kuhio is most famous for spearheading the Hawaiian Homes Commission […]

Have you seen bags of Kakimochi at the grocery store in Hawaii – or even at the movie theaters? We’ve got lots of fun info about this popular Hawaii treat and other unique treats you’ll find in the islands.  Hawaii’s Most Unique Snacks Now that I’ve been a resident for a while, strolling along the […]

If there’s one place in Hawaii that has managed to retain the look and feel of ancient Hawaii, it’s Valley on the North Shore of Oahu. Every time I visit with my family, I feel transported back in time to an era when Hawaiians lived in Ahupuaa (parcels of land that stretched from mountaintops to […]

Our dear friends who have survived the Cleveland, Ohio weather for fifteen years encountered quite a surprise during their visit to Haleakala — they actually said they were COLD atop the mountain and weren’t prepared for how frigid the temperatures can be at such a high elevation. Their situation reminded me that, despite dozens of […]

If you’re traveling to Hawaii with children, or if you’re just a kid-at-heart, you’ll want to make sure you stay at one of the Hawaii resorts with water slides. After all, what’s the fun of a pool without a way to swish your way into it?! Here’s our take on the best water slides in […]

If you’ve been to Waikiki before — or seen pictures of the famed district — you’ve probably seen signs for ABC Stores, famous for their “catch-all” inventory, souvenirs, and on-the-go food. However, it would be quite a stretch to call the venues “eateries” or “markets.” That’s all about to change, however. According to the Honolulu Star Advertiser, ABC […]

When my husband and I worked in television news on the mainland, it was suits all the way. But, as soon as we landed jobs in Hawaii, we knew we were in for a wardrobe crisis: Not only did the men wear Aloha shirts on-air, but the ladies were often shrouded in muumuus! That was […]

Hawaii visitors who want to cycle around Honolulu will soon be able to “hop-on and hop-off” at their leisure! Starting this summer, Honolulu will join the 60 or so other U.S. cities that have bikeshare programs. According to a press release, Secure Bike Share will partner with Bikeshare Hawaii to finance and operate 1,000 bikes at […]

Did you know that more snow has fallen atop this year than in Chicago? Just recently, more than 8 inches of snow fell atop Hawaii’s tallest peak during an overnight blizzard, outpacing the amount that’s fallen in the Windy City! With all that snow, it got us thinking: What do you need to know if […]

If you’re fortunate enough to experience a beautiful sunset in Hawaii, consider yourself already one of the lucky ones! But, if you have the opportunity (or dumb luck) to see the green flash in Hawaii during sunset, you may want to buy a lottery ticket. You’re one of the few who’ve been lucky enough to […]

My last trip to the pools of Oheo on Maui was more than 15 years ago, but not a week goes by when I don’t reflect on the extraordinary experience of being there. If I had the chance to “re-live” only one of my Hawaii memories, perhaps this would be the one. For those of […]