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Hawaii cultural festivals and special events for September, October, November, December 2023

  • Sheila Beal
  • August 28, 2025
Hawaii’s cultural events and festivals are making a comeback for 2023 with several returning after a pandemic break. Checking out one of these festivals is a great way to get…
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Hawaii vacation news: April 17, 2023

  • Sheila Beal
  • April 17, 2023
* If you are visiting Maui from May 1st onwards, you should be aware of a new reservation system to visit the Iao Valley State Monument. At the time of…
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Cultural festivals and special events in Hawaii for May, June, July, August 2023

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 10, 2023
For years we created lists of the upcoming Hawaii cultural festivals. We issued these lists three times per year. Then the ovid-cay andemic-pay hit in March 2020 and all festivals…
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Scenic photo tour of Hawaii’s historic churches

  • Sheila Beal
  • April 4, 2023
Hawaii has some lovely, historic churches to see as you visit the islands. Many of the churches we’re highlighting in this article were built in the 1800s or early 1900s.…
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The loco moco is a special dish to try in Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • March 28, 2023
I hope you’re not hungry as this article might make matters worse. Today we’re talking about the beloved loco moco of Hawaii. Stop into any popular, local-style restaurant and you’ll…
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Hawaii Christmas Decorations 2022

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 15, 2022
We’ve come across some absolutely stunning Christmas decorations and scenes from Hawaii via social media. We just had to share a lovely selection with you. (Note to email subscribers –…
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Remembering Pearl Harbor + Hawaiian Airlines flash sale with fares starting at $62 one way

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 7, 2021
Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the surprise attack. It’s a time to reflect upon the bravery and sacrifices on this “date which…
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Alaska Airlines BOGO ticket sale + Our 2021 Maui Christmas guide has been released

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 6, 2021
We have a couple of big Hawaii travel notes to share today. – Alaska Airlines just announced a Buy One, Get One sale, including flights to and from Hawaii! This…
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December 7th – Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 7, 2020
Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day — the 79th anniversary of “a date which will live in infamy.” Today, we remember the service, sacrifice and bravery of the patriots who…
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Hawaii cultural festivals and special events: January – April 2020

  • Sheila Beal
  • March 3, 2020
As you’re planning your Hawaii vacation itinerary, perhaps you can make plans to enjoy a festival. Culture and holidays inspire many Hawaii festivities throughout the year. Food, music, dance, art…
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Take me there Tuesday: Makawao, Maui

  • Sheila Beal
  • June 8, 2022
Maui’s small town of Makawao is so unique and worth a stop to enjoy its personality and history. The town’s plantation and paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) influences combine for a one-of-a-kind…
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Dos and don’ts for Hawaii visitors

  • Sheila Beal
  • September 10, 2019
The Hawaii Tourism Authority created a series of nice videos aimed at helping visitors understand the dos and don’ts of cultural etiquette plus caring for the land and ocean. The…
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