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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.

Hawaii Vacation News & Deals: November 3, 2011

  • Sheila Beal
  • November 3, 2011
Here’s the Hawaii vacation news that’s falling into our inbox. – King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel on Hawaii’s Big Island is now a new member of the Marriott family. As…
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Aulani Prize Pack Giveaway!

  • Sheila Beal
  • November 3, 2011
While we were visiting Aulani for the Grand Opening events, we collected quite a few goodies for a giveaway. This goodie pack includes: Plush, oversized beach towel embroidered with the…
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Aulani Review: Guide to Disney’s Hawaii Resort & Spa

  • Sheila Beal
  • August 15, 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our Aulani stay and covering their Grand Opening Celebration. This review will detail all aspects of this excellent resort and provide you with tips for getting the most…
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Aloha Friday Photo: Polynesian Pumpkin Carving

  • Sheila Beal
  • October 31, 2013
Today’s Aloha Friday Photo comes from my sister Michelle. She carved this cute Polynesian-themed scene onto a pumpkin to celebrate this holiday season. The pattern came from a template, but…
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Outrigger Canoe Sailing in Ko Olina with Hawaiian Ocean Adventures

  • Sheila Beal
  • August 7, 2025
While we were staying at the Disney Aulani resort in Ko Olina, this colorful outrigger canoe by the lagoon kept grabbing my attention. So, I went by Makiki Joe’s water…
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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: October 26, 2011

  • Sheila Beal
  • October 26, 2011
* Hilton is celebrating their 50th year in Hawaii with a five-night Hawaii vacation sweepstakes including airfare, a $50 food and beverage credit plus 50 complimentary resort activities. You need…
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Have you tried Spam Musubi?

  • Sheila Beal
  • October 25, 2011
You know Hawaii loves Spam.  How much so? Well, Hawaii residents and visitors consume nearly 7 million cans of Spam each year. That’s a lot of Spam! With Hawaii’s love…
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Coconut Milk Ice Cream from Coconut Glen’s on the Road to Hana

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 25, 2017
As you’re planning your day to explore Maui’s Road to Hana, one quirky stop you might want to include in your plans is at Coconut Glen’s Here, you will find…
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Hawaiian Airlines Puts Fares On Sale for January, February & March 2012

  • Sheila Beal
  • October 22, 2011
Now is the time to plan your winter warm up. Hawaiian Airlines has fares on sale for the travel period of January 5 through March 14, 2012. You must book by…
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Aloha Friday Photo: Holy Innocents Episcopal Church

  • Sheila Beal
  • October 21, 2011
Today’s Aloha Friday Photo comes to us from Paula Cook who recently enjoyed a return visit to Maui. Paula’s beautiful photo is of Holy Innocents Episcopal Church on Front Street…
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Fun Things To Do on a Rainy Day in Oahu

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 30, 2014
You’re happy to be on Oahu, but you checked the Hawaii weather forecast and, ugg, it’s going to be a rainy day. Don’t despair! There’s plenty of fun things to…
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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: October 19, 2011

  • Sheila Beal
  • June 10, 2013
Let’s all grab a board to surf these Hawaii vacation news waves. * The newly renovated Aston Waikiki Circle Hotel is offering a special rate of $105 per night for…
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