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Hawaii Travel Tip: Snap Photos of Signs

  • Sheila Beal
  • June 6, 2012
How many times have you looked through your vacation photos only to wonder what’s the name of that place? I know I have dozens of times. As you travel in…
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10 tips for taking awesome fireworks photos in Hawaii…or anywhere!

  • Andy Beal
  • December 31, 2019
If you plan to be in Hawaii for July 4th or New Year’s Eve or even for the Friday night Waikiki fireworks at Hilton Hawaiian Village, then a) I am very…
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Giveaway: Win these 3 essential items for the adventurous Hawaii traveler

  • Sheila Beal
  • June 6, 2012
When we find handy dandy products that make Hawaii travel more convenient, we like to let you know. We’ve got three top ones to share with you today. SunX30+ Sunscreen…
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Frizz Busters: Hawaii Hair Tips

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 18, 2012
>> OK guys, you can zone out for this post or perhaps send it to your gal pals. This post is for the girls.
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Where are the best all-inclusive resorts in Hawaii?

  • Sheila Beal
  • January 4, 2022
If your tropical vacations normally take you to the Caribbean or Mexico, you probably stay in an all-inclusive resort. So, when you start to look at Hawaii as your next…
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Great Products That Make Traveling Easier (& You Could Win Them!)

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 18, 2012
You know I’m big on traveling light. Andy and I have engineered Hawaii packing to a science, so we travel to Hawaii with carry-on luggage – that’s it.  By packing…
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Ukulele Buying Guide: Where to Buy a Ukulele on Oahu

  • Andy Beal
  • August 14, 2013
When you travel to Hawaii–Oahu in particular–you run the risk of being bitten by a rather contagious bug. No, not a bed bug. The bug I refer to is more…
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Flying to Hawaii: How to Choose the Right Airport

  • Sheila Beal
  • March 27, 2024
Which airport is best for your Hawaii vacation? This article helps you quickly find the airport that will get you to your vacation sooner.
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Pre-Vacation Checklist

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 4, 2014
While we’re in between holidays, I thought we’d revisit this blast-from-the-past post with a checklist of what to do before going on your Hawaii vacation. We’ve refined the list a…
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Don’t Go To Hawaii Without: Shoes You Don’t Mind Getting Wet & Muddy

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 16, 2019
I see so many people on Hawaii’s trails and adventures wearing new-looking, white sneakers. I just don’t have the heart to tell them that their shoes will never look the…
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Don’t Go To Hawaii Without: Moisture-Wicking, Quick-Drying Pants

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 16, 2019
With Hawaii’s weather being warm and tropical, you might not think of packing long trousers, but they are very useful. Several Hawaii vacation activities either require or are best done…
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Don’t Go To Hawaii Without: Rash Guard Top

  • Sheila Beal
  • May 13, 2026
Andy had been wearing a rash guard top in Hawaii for a few years before I discovered how awesome they are. I won’t go to Hawaii without one now. What…
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