Let’s take a peek at another Aloha Friday edition of Hawaii vacation news. * Guess which U.S. city is the most romantic according to TripAdvisor members? I’ll give you a…
For 2014 fourth of July events, see this link —> Celebrating July 4th in Hawaii — For 2013 Events across Hawaii, see the following links: Maui July 4th Fireworks &…
We continue our series of Hawaii In Contrasts with a visit to a couple of very different Hawaii’s beaches. First, let’s look at a deserted beach on Lana’i, Polihua Beach.…
If you are looking for a beautiful sunrise hike on Oahu, I recommend the Makapuu Lighthouse Trail on Oahu’s southeastern most point. In addition to the excellent views of…
You may have seen the phrase Hawaii regional cuisine, but have wondered what is it? Award-winning chef Alan Wong is one of several Hawaii restauranteurs credited with creating the concept…
Ah, here we are again on another Aloha Friday. I hope yours is a happy one! * One of the best values on Waikiki Beach, Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel rates…
Have you ever visited Kauai or looked at a map of the islands and wondered what is that mysterious island off Kauai? It’s the privately owned island of Niihau located…
We continue our Hawaii in contrast series with a visit to the west side of Kauai where you’ll find a distinct contrast between two adjacent state parks — Waimea Canyon…
* A new lava flow map was issued late last week. Using that map along with the USGS Kilauea eruption updates, we know that there are some visible surface lava…
*** For 2018 UPDATE *** Go here –> Oahu’s July 4th Fireworks & Events for 2018 —– The following list of events is from 2009 for reference purposes only.…