Hawaii Vacation Blog

Hawaii helicopter tours are a great way to view a unique perspective of the islands. Not to mention it’s a thrilling adventure in itself! Booking a helicopter tour is becoming increasingly popular because the aircrafts can take you to untouched landscapes such as molten hot lava, hundred-foot waterfalls, and steep valleys only accessible to the […]

A luau is one of the most popular activities to do while vacationing in Hawaii, simply because it’s a whole lot of fun and a great introduction to the traditional Hawaiian culture. Many hotels and resorts offer luaus, as well as other private companies, so it’s not hard to find while on island. But you […]

Let me just start off by saying Hawaiian Airline’s new menu is DA BOMB. Usually, I’m not one to overhype – perhaps it was the 10-plus-hours in the air and intermittent bouts of turbulence that made a hot meal seem like a godsend; but they sure did shed new light on the ever-dreaded airplane “food” […]

A highlight on Kauai is valuable to potential visitors because here is where you will find some of the top hotels and resorts in the Aloha State. Of all places to stay in Hawaii, we are going to emphasize our top favorite hotels on Kauai, frankly because we know a lot about this lush Garden […]

I recently went on a trip, and in preparation for the 10-or-so-hour flight, I thought it’d be wise to buy some gum. We all know that chewing gum on a plane helps equalize ear pressure; it’s the best way to “pop” your ears. Aside from my goal of getting to the gate on time, I […]

Hawaii beaches are ranked seventh in beach water quality out of 30 states, according to a recent study by the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC). That’s great news and is even better when you look at the number of beaches in Hawaii. The study evaluated 467 beaches – all public by law. They stretch along […]

I had started a post a while back about how unbelievably delicious Molokai bread is, particularly, the “Molokai hot bread.” An oversized dinner roll stuffed with a sweet, sugary glob of goodness; the goodness being cream cheese, cinnamon and your pick of a fruit filling. I could go on and on about how it tastes […]

I looked Madame Pele (Goddess of Fire) straight in the eyes, and I was the first to blink… Staring into a 2,000-degree moving, bubbling, glowing, molten stream of lava is an amazing experience, and I was able to do this during my recent visit to the Big Island. The Hawaii Island, as it’s also called, […]

If you’re cruising Waikiki tomorrow evening, then you’re bound to hear the sounds of the ocean. Earlier this month, the Waikiki Aquarium kicked off its summer sunset concert series “Ke Kani O Ke Kai,” which means just that in Hawaiian – “sound of the ocean.” Tomorrow’s performance will be the second one to showcase some […]

“What do you recommend for fresh fish?” a friend asked on his recent visit to Oahu. While Honolulu is filled with great restaurants, fish doesn’t get much fresher than at Nico’s Pier 38. The Honolulu Fish Auction is just across the street, which produces the daily menu. Large open-air windows in the dining area look […]

Even before the morning sun spreads across Manoa Valley, a tiny shop is hard at work. And you can tell by the delicious aroma of freshly-baked manapua wafting from beneath the closed door that they mean business. Over the years, Island Manapua Factory has become a favorite among dim sum lovers in Hawaii, but what […]

Wondering if you should visit Makapuʻu Beach Park on Oahu? We’ve been to this beautiful place many times and are sharing all kinds of info so you can spend your vacation time at Hawaii’s best beaches.  The conditions of Hawaii’s beaches often vary by the day and even the hour. You could be enjoying a […]