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Andy Beal

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Andy Beal provides the photos, videos and technical support for Go Visit Hawaii--as well as the occasional post or two. He's also a fan of smart devices, tennis, and photography.
DISCOVERING OAHU BY AIR
  • Oahu See & Do
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4K Aerial Tour of Oahu’s Stunning Beauty

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  • February 12, 2019
On our last visit to Oahu, we decided to put together a video that would show you a side of Hawaii you may not yet have seen: from the air!…
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  • Tips & Tricks
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The best cameras & gear to take on your Hawaii vacation – our picks for stunning photos & videos – 2019 update!

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  • August 26, 2019
I probably have one of the most envied jobs in the world. I get to follow Sheila to Hawaii with the task of making sure everything we see and do is…
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  • Big Island
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Hawaii’s Big Island – stunning 4k video of volcanoes, beaches, lava, and turtles!

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  • March 20, 2017
We’re just back from an amazing visit to Hawaii Island (aka The Big Island) and put together this video that shows Hawaii from the air, ground, and ocean–all in stunning,…
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  • Lanai
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Advantage Lanai! Playing tennis at the Four Seasons Resort Manele Bay

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  • January 28, 2015
If working on your fitness is one of your 2015 resolutions, maybe learning/improving your tennis game in Hawaii might be the solution. Today Andy shares his tennis experience at Four…
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  • General Hawaii
  • Tips & Tricks
  • 5 minute read
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What men should wear on vacation in Hawaii? Suggested packing list [with photos]

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  • February 28, 2017
Aloha guys! Andy here–I make that distinction because Sheila takes care of 99% of the posts on Go Visit Hawaii. However, she’s asked me to share my tips for what…
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  • Culture & History
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The Hawaiian Hula Dance: 10 facts you may not already know

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  • March 30, 2019
A trip to Hawaii is incomplete without enjoying at least one Hawaiian hula performance. The hula dance is one of Hawaii’s oldest traditions and is often accompanied by either Hawaiian…
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  • Tips & Tricks
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5 reasons why you should bring a camera tripod on your next Hawaii vacation

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  • May 6, 2013
As a guy traveling to Hawaii, I tend to pack light. While that does mean that I’m not always “styling and profiling” with an extensive vacation wardrobe, it does allow…
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  • Culture & History
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Ukulele beginners’ guide for new ukulele owners

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  • January 13, 2013
If you’re a fan of Hawaiian music, there’s a good chance that Santa delivered a brand new ukulele this past Christmas, or perhaps you bought a ukulele yourself on a…
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  • General Hawaii
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Come Check Out the New GoVisitHawaii.com for 2013!

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  • January 1, 2013
It’s a New Year and it’s a new design for your favorite Hawaii travel guide! If you’re viewing this post from your email, then come on over to GoVisitHawaii.com and…
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  • General Hawaii
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Confessions of a First Time Hawaii Sushi Lover

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  • June 6, 2012
“Er, this fish is not cooked.” Those were the words that stumbled out of my mouth just prior to losing my sushi virginity. You see, I was distracted somewhat by…
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  • Tips & Tricks
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10 tips for taking awesome fireworks photos in Hawaii…or anywhere!

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  • 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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Free flights over Hawaii’s Big Island?

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  • May 10, 2012
OK, the title of this post is not quite what it seems. Yes, you can now fly over the Big Island for free…thanks to a free download of Microsoft’s Flight…
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Video of the 2nd Annual Lanai Ukulele Festival 2012

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  • April 26, 2012
If you’ve been following along, you’ve already seen our day one, day two, and day three diary entries from the 2nd Annual Lanai Ukulele Festival. Now that we’re back on…
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2nd Annual Ukulele Festival Coming to Lanai in April

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  • March 26, 2012
With the announcement that the Four Season’s Resorts Lanai plans to host its Second Annual Lanai Ukulele Festival, is it any wonder that I’m writing about this event, and not…
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  • Culture & History
  • Oahu
  • Tips & Tricks
  • 7 minute read
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Ukulele Buying Guide: Where to Buy a Ukulele on Oahu

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  • 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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