Sheila Beal

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Sheila Beal is the founder and editor of Go Visit Hawaii. You can connect with Sheila Beal on Twitter, Go Visit Hawaii on Facebook, or Instagram.

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Win a Hawaii stay at the Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk

Sheila Beal
March 1, 2013

We are excited to be able to offer one lucky reader a free, four-night stay at the beautiful Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk! This Hawaii stay giveaway, sponsored by Embassy Suites-Waikiki…

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Maui See & Do

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Should you do Haleakala sunrise and road to Hana in the same day?

Sheila Beal
July 28, 2014

Several readers have studied a Maui map and asked if I advise driving two of Maui’s most popular attractions – Haleakala summit for sunrise and the road to Hana —…

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Aloha Friday Photo: Lava Shores

Sheila Beal
February 4, 2013

Post publishing update: I must apologize that this photo is actually from Waikoloa on Hawaii’s Big Island and not Lanai. Brett’s Christmas vacation took him to Lanai and the Big…

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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: January 30, 2013

Sheila Beal
January 30, 2013

* Hawaiian Airlines has put Maui fares on sale starting at $250 round trip! You must book by February 4th and complete your travel by March 6, 2013 – which is perfect timing…

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Hawaii humpback whale watching is in full swing!

Sheila Beal
January 28, 2013

It’s that super duper awesome time of year when the humpback whales swim around their Hawaii playground. Having the opportunity to watch 40-ton whale leap out of the ocean to…

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Aloha Friday Photo: Maui Mana

Sheila Beal
January 25, 2013

Mahalo nui loa to Mike Nuebauer of Mike Neubauer Fine Art Photography for sharing today’s Aloha Friday Photo with us. Mike titled this photo “Mana”. I’m somewhat familiar with the…

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Hawaii Honeymooners Guide: Oahu Honeymoons

Sheila Beal
March 5, 2024

How to make a romantic trip and/or honeymoon on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu.

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General Hawaii

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Hawaii Vacation News & Deals: January 23, 2013

Sheila Beal
January 23, 2013

* The folks at deal finder site FatWallet asked for input on the best places to stay in Hawaii from budget to mid-range to luxury hotels. I put on my…

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Aloha Friday Photo

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Aloha Friday Photo: Commanding view of Waikiki Beach

Sheila Beal
January 18, 2013

Mahalo to Cathy Palopoli of Newark, Deleware for submitting today’s Aloha Friday Photo of Waikiki Beach. Here’s how Cathy described this shot: It was taken at sunset on October 4,…

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Hawaii Honeymooners Guide: Kauai Honeymoons

Sheila Beal
March 5, 2024

With gorgeous beaches, amazing adventures and stunning surroundings, Kauai is an outstanding island for a romantic couples trip. Let’s look at the details!

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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup: January 15, 2013

Sheila Beal
April 1, 2013

* American Airlines has put fares to Hawaii on sale starting at $359 round-trip, including taxes and fees. You’ll need to book by January 27, travel Mondays through Thursdays and…

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Honeymoons, Weddings, Romance

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Where to honeymoon in Hawaii

Sheila Beal
November 9, 2018

Hawaii and romance go hand in hand. Sunsets, ocean swims, rainforest hikes to plunging waterfalls are just a smidgen of the enchanting experiences that await couples visiting Hawaii. There’s no…

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Sheila Beal

Win a Hawaii stay at the Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk

Should you do Haleakala sunrise and road to Hana in the same day?

Aloha Friday Photo: Lava Shores

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: January 30, 2013

Hawaii humpback whale watching is in full swing!

Aloha Friday Photo: Maui Mana

Hawaii Honeymooners Guide: Oahu Honeymoons

Hawaii Vacation News & Deals: January 23, 2013

Aloha Friday Photo: Commanding view of Waikiki Beach

Hawaii Honeymooners Guide: Kauai Honeymoons

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup: January 15, 2013

Where to honeymoon in Hawaii

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