An excellent way to see Waipio Valley with Waipio Valley Shuttle Tour
Sheila Beal We had a superb tour of Waipio Valley with Waipio Valley Shuttle in October. Everyone in our group of six loved it. Don’t let the name fool you. It’s far more…
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Take me there Tuesday: Waipio Valley, Hawaii (Big) Island
On Hawaii’s Hamakua Coast, Waipio Valley is sure to make you marvel. We always wonder how such a flat and verdantly green valley floor was created between the steep cliffs.…
Hawaii (Big) Island helicopter tours, pricing and reviews
We continue our series on Hawaii helicopter tours with a look at the options on Hawaii (Big) Island. The island’s diverse climates and volcanic terrains make for spectacular aerial tours.…
When is the best time to see lava in Hawaii?
We are frequently asked about when is the best time to see lava in Hawaii. There are multiple answers a question like that, which appears to be a simple question…
Where to see green sea turtles (honu) in Hawaii
For many first time visitors to Hawaii, seeing Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) is a vacation bucket list item. No matter how many times we’ve seen them, it’s still a…
Aloha Friday Photos: Waterfall at Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Mahalo to Barbara Herbst for sharing this lovely waterfall photo with us for Aloha Friday Photos. She took this photo while visiting Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden on Hawaii (Big) Island.…
Aloha Friday Photo: Painted Church
Mahalo to Barbara Herbst for sharing this lovely photo of Saint Benedict’s Catholic Church on the Big Island. Saint Benedict’s is more commonly known as Painted Church due to the…
Take me there Tuesday: Waialea Beach (Beach 69)
Waialea Beach is one of those picturesque Big Island beaches that your glad you took the time to find. It’s a lovely beach to swim and snorkel, ocean conditions permitting,…
Take me there Tuesday: Akaka Falls, Hawaii Island
Akaka Falls is one of the Big Island’s most iconic waterfalls. With a forceful 442-foot plunge, it’s well worth the stop to take in this magnificent waterfall. To learn more…
One week vacation itinerary & travel planner for the Big Island of Hawaii in 2026
Fun days of adventure finished off with evenings of sigh-worthy sunsets are in store for you with our week-long Big Island vacation itinerary. In just seven days, we include all…
The most scenic hikes in Hawaii by island
From our many trips to Hawaii, we’ve etched some of our fondest memories while hiking on Hawaii’s many beautiful trails. The sights and sounds made every step worth the experiences. We…
In search of active lava with Kalapana Cultural Tours
There are hardly enough superlatives to describe Hawaii’s amazing scenery — like the beautiful beaches, lush valleys and the abundant waterfalls. If that’s not enough and you want to take…
