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.

Big Island See & Do

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How to see Kealakekua Bay on Hawaii’s Big Island

Sheila Beal
March 26, 2019

Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park is not only picturesque, this remote bay is significant for three main reasons – It’s the site of the first extensive interaction between Hawaiians and Westerners with…

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Update: Hawaii’s Big Island Luaus

Sheila Beal
January 3, 2010

Just over two years ago, I compiled the complete list of Big Island Luaus along with their prices, schedule, and links to reviews. Since then a few more luaus have…

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Wishing You A Happy 2010

Sheila Beal
January 1, 2010

Aloha and Hau’oli Makahiki Hou (Happy New Year) from Lana’i! One of the “hazards” of writing about Hawaii travel is that so often I stop to daydream about doing the…

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Hawaii Video Clip from 1952

Sheila Beal
December 29, 2009

I love coming across any old video clips and anything retro related to Hawaii. Here’s a recent video find from a 1952 news clip that was most likely mainlanders first…

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Longing for Lanai

Sheila Beal
December 28, 2009

When folks find out that I’m a Hawaii travel writer, they usually ask me which island is my favorite. My response is that I love them all for their unique…

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Twelve Days of Christmas (Hawaii-Style)

Sheila Beal
December 23, 2009

While Andy and I were stuck in traffic on our way to visit family for Christmas last year, we wrote a new version of the Twelve Days of Christmas Sing…

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Maui Luau Review: Feast at Lele

Sheila Beal
November 6, 2018

The Feast at Lele offers a refined luau and a welcome departure from the buffet lines and large tables. At the Feast at Lele, guests sit at tables to fit…

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A Friendly Reminder: Plan Ahead & Protect Your Valuables

Sheila Beal
February 14, 2023

From your comments and emails, I’ve gathered that many readers are about to visit Hawaii for the first time. So, I thought it would be useful to update and republish…

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Maui New Year’s Eve

Sheila Beal
November 10, 2021

For the current year UPDATE, see this link: Maui New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Events ——- The follow list is from 2009/2010. These Maui New Year’s Eve Events are listed below…

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Hawaii Vacation News & Deals Roundup: December 17, 2009

Sheila Beal
December 17, 2009

I think you’ll find that today’s roundup has an airy feeling to it. * As I mentioned in the last roundup, there are plenty of nationwide airfare deals to Hawaii.…

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& Stop for Hammock Time

Sheila Beal
October 20, 2013

You know that MC Hammer song, U Can’t Touch This? In the song, there’s a dramatic pause followed by the famous words, “…and stop for Hammer time!” We could all…

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Oahu New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Events

Sheila Beal
December 2, 2021

*** For the upcoming New Year’s Eve, see this link: Waikiki & Honolulu New Year’s Eve Fireworks, Dinners & Events. We created that dedicated page to make it easier…

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