Hawaii Vacation Blog

When taking a vacation, I feel it’s common for people to complain that relaxation mode only kicks in halfway through the trip. I think we can all agree it takes a while to unwind and decompress from life, especially if you have a stressful job. So an eight-day vacation means you really only have four […]

For many vacationers the world over, getting in a round of golf is a pivotal part of the experience of getting away. Golf packages in Hawaii are hugely popular, certainly, but it is possible to sneak in a round without paying baggage fees for your golf bag or breaking the bank on visitor rate green […]

I think everyone experiences a bit of nostalgia when they hear the word ‘summer.’ For me, I still think back to my youth; barefoot walks through the neighborhood, no school, sunny days that stretched into nighttime beach bonfires and swimming in my parents’ pool. Hopefully your thoughts go someplace relaxing and warm, like a vacation […]

Looking for the best dive bars Waikiki offers? Here’s the best from a true expert! Waikiki Dive Bars For many of us who work in the bar industry, finding a good dive bar is a pivotal part of the vacation experience. Sure, we may whinge about the tedium of pandering to sussers, but when left […]

I have to start off by first saying I am not a mother. Yet. But I am at the age where most of my friends, family members and coworkers are welcoming bundles of joy, so the baby thing has been on my mind lately, so to speak. What I’ve realized is that many new parents […]

Here on the islands, Hawaiian seashells are treasured like gems. Just walk into any jewelry store and you’ll see what I mean. You’ll see diamond-encrusted sunrise shells, gold-inlaid pearls, puka shell bangles, and more. These sea creature husks have been washing up on Hawaiian shores for centuries.  While many locals dive and beach comb to […]

An important part of any Hawaii vacation is getting into the outdoors to enjoy the staggering beauty of the natural landscape. Nestled at the foot of the towering Koolau Mountains in Waimanalo on Oahu’s eastern shore, Therapeutic Horsemanship of Hawaii (THH) is a terrific way to do just that. Accredited by the Professional Association of […]

Many of the things that make Hawaii so amazing to visit and live here are also the things that make it an ideal location for scientific research. From the deep sea to the heavens and everything in between, groundbreaking science is being done across the islands. Here are some Hawaii research institutions that are making […]

Wanting a sweet taste of Hawaii’s natural splendor? Here are some of our favorite Hawaiian fruits to try when you’re visiting the islands! The scenery of Hawaii is exotic: wet rainforests, vibrant flowers, warm turquoise ocean, and soft white sand. From nene geese and coqui frogs to hibiscus and heliconia, Hawaii has some incredibly diverse […]

In France, it’s said that Parisians can spot American tourists a mile away, but not because of their Yankees or Red Sox ball caps or clanging accents. No, it’s the sneakers. Evidently, athletic footwear is to be worn only for athletics in the City of Light. Similarly in Hawaii, nothing screams “tourist!” more than a […]

What do you love most about dining out for breakfast? Is it the thought of not having to cook at home? Knowing you can order a creamy cappuccino? Or is it the unique dishes you can’t quite recreate yourself? For me, I love going out to breakfast because I enjoy cozy cafes, good espresso and […]

And although the banyan tree has become a common feature of Hawaii’s landscape, it is not native to the islands. Their canopies are vast, and seem to drip roots to the ground below. Kids love to swing from those roots, and to climb among nooks and crannies of intricately intertwined trunks. The now-famous Lahaina Banyan, […]