Hawaii Vacation Blog

OK–show of hands: Who out there loves to snorkel in Hawaii? (I’m assuming all hands went up) Next question: Who out there loves to snorkel in Hawaii BUT hates those uncomfortable mouthpieces? (I’m thinking a lot of hands went up again) It seems some ingenious entrepreneur in Hawaii has found a way to incorporate the […]

It’s hurricane season in Hawaii, and the 2016 season is in full-swing. In fact, currently, we’re watching Tropical Storm Darby, as it approaches Hawaii Island and Maui County. “A direct impact on the Big Island and Maui is a distinct possibility this weekend,” forecasters at the Central Pacific Hurricane Center told the Honolulu Star Advertiser. […]

Depending when you plan your vacation, you may worry about Hawaii hurricanes. The islands are a potential target for these menacing storms, especially from June through November.  So, it’s important you know a bit about past hurricanes in Hawaii, the factors that contribute to hurricane formation, and how to track potential storms.  All About Hawaii […]

Maybe you’re traveling to Hawaii with small children and need to find beaches that provide safe swimming. Or perhaps you’re not a strong swimmer yourself and prefer calm conditions in which to enjoy the ocean. Whatever your reason, finding the right beach can be the difference between enjoying a peaceful day frolicking in the ocean and […]

Even though Hawaii typically glistens with bright sunshine, we’re also famous for our lush, green valleys. And, to get those lush, green valleys, we need rain. A lot of it. Though we don’t see too many rainy stretches in the resort areas of Oahu, it’s still good to have a plan just in case. That’s […]

We’ve all heard of the parking nightmares that are part of daily life in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York. But, in Honolulu? Yep, sometimes I have to remember we live on an island, and there’s only so much space available (plus, Honolulu is the 12th largest city in the U.S.). Add to that […]

Remember when Zika was the big virus dominating the headlines? Though other illnesses have since dominated the news circuit, Zika is still a threat and a problem in certain regions of the world. But what about your vacation to Hawaii? Our tropical environment and prevalent mosquito populations make many visitors and residents fear a Hawaii […]

This weekend, all three of my children are playing happily (I assume) at Wet n’ Wild, the popular water park in Hawaii located on Oahu. But, what about visitors? Should you take the time (and spend the money) to visit our Oahu water park? We’ve done a little research, and here are a few reasons […]

It’s a shameful secret I carry with me wherever I go — I haven’t been to Maui in years. I try to console myself with the fact that I moved back to the mainland for a few years, but, really, there’s no excuse. This magical island is right around the corner, and it’s home to nearly […]

Even if you’re not traveling to the islands with small children in-tow, it’s still a good idea to seek-out a beach that comes equipped with Hawaii lifeguards (you can never be TOO safe in our waters). And, it’s a good idea to know how they can help, if or when you have an ocean emergency. […]

As many of you probably know, it’s pretty easy to get “attached” to Hawaii, especially if you connect with the land, the culture, and the history here. For many of us, Hawaii feels like home (even if you don’t live here). But we’re certainly not the first (nor will we be the last) to feel […]

Wondering where to stay for the best pools in Hawaii? We’re here to help! Remember the days when a hotel pool was just… well… a hotel pool? It was usually kidney-shaped with maybe a diving board but nothing else. After all, who went to a hotel for the pool anyway?! Boy, how times have changed! […]