Hawaii Vacation Blog

Have you ever “people-watched” in Waikiki? If you take a moment to scan the beaches, you’ll likely see more than one Hawaii visitor with the tell-tale sunburn marks of a first-timer. I can’t help but cringe every time I see it — it’s gotta hurt! Chances are, those sunburn victims underestimated the power of the Hawaii […]

Would you like a steak with a side of beautiful sunset? Order up! In Hawaii, we’ve perfected the art of al fresco (outdoor) dining, and diners across the country have taken notice. In fact, opentable.com users have just voted twelve Hawaii restaurants in the top 100 places for al fresco dining in the U.S. “Dining […]

I admit I’m not much of a health nut, but I do enjoy taking a foray into organic grocery stores every once in a while. Everything looks so fresh and ripe — and don’t even get me started on the salad bars! But, these organic/health food grocery stores can be notoriously hard to find. So we’ve […]

Just because you bring your children on your Hawaii vacation doesn’t mean you can’t still have a romantic date night in paradise! But, what are two romance-starved parents to do if they didn’t bring a babysitter along? The answer? Tap-into one of the many Hawaii babysitting services, and enjoy a night-out knowing your children are […]

When you come to Hawaii, you probably imagine spending the lion’s share of your days in your bathing suit, going from one ocean activity to another. But, there may be days (or at least, hours) when a land activity sounds like just what the doctor ordered. After all, variety is the spice of life, right?! […]

After a long flight to Hawaii from across the ocean, you can bet you’re ready for a bathroom break. But, what happens when your service dog needs a potty break, too? At the Honolulu Airport, you have to take your service dog outside the terminal, even if you’re just changing planes to a neighbor island. […]

Is your Dad a rock star? You bet he is! Fathers Day concerts on Oahu are a rockin’ way to honor your Dad this year, and we’ve highlighted three big ones taking place this Sunday. Read-on to learn more about each, and don’t forget to make your reservations soon! Rock-A-Hula’s Annual Fathers Day Musical Celebration-June […]

You’ve probably heard of the famous North Shore Oahu Waves – but do you know where to find the best surf on Oahu?  Different levels of surfers need different types of waves. Luckily, the waves vary dramatically between various areas of the island.  So, before you make your visit, make sure you know where and […]

A Hawaii vacation is a serious investment, for most travelers. And, let me tell you — it’s worth it! But, you don’t want to take chances with your money, especially if the vacation you’re planning is complicated, with multiple components. In our last blog, we discussed why you should — or shouldn’t — purchase travel insurance. Here, we’ll […]

This post is for all the thrillseekers out there. Those who want their tropical vacation to be full of adrenaline. This is for everyone who plans to Skydive in Hawaii – or anyone who is just a little curious.  One of the biggest concerns about skydiving is whether it is safe. As a beginner skydiver, […]

Headed to the beach in Hawaii? No need to pack your basic chips or crackers — you can find those anywhere! Instead, consider taking-along some of these local snacks, and enjoy a food adventure and an ocean adventure at the same time (Warning: some of these may require a cooler): 1. Butter Mochi: Butter mochi is one […]

My 11-year-old daughter is in the midst of a pretty amazing “science” project — she and three of her classmates are foraging Hawaii for native plants, dehydrating them using a homemade dehydrator, and adding them to food (she’s much smarter than I ever was).  Well, yesterday, I decided to join them on one of their […]