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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.

My Necessities When Flying To and From Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • March 11, 2009
I’ve displayed several must have items that I take on board with me when I travel to Hawaii. Some of them I use just for the long haul flights and…
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Colors of Hawaii – Pinks and Purples at Waikiki

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 31, 2008
We continue the Colors of Hawaii series with this stunning shot of Oahu’s Waikiki Beach.  This amazing pink and purple scene was captured by Dave Zuls.  Mahalo, Dave for sharing…
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What Not To Pack For Your Hawaii Vacation

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 30, 2013
As a wise Go Visit Hawaii reader, you know that it’s important to pack light.  You also know what to pack, but we’ve not yet discussed what not to pack. …
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Airfare Sales to Hawaii on American and Delta

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 30, 2008
Itching for a vacation to paradise but too scared to look at airfare?  There’s really nothing to be afraid of at all!  In recent days, American and Delta have promoted…
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Colors of Hawaii – Beautiful Kauai in Blue

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 30, 2008
Isn’t this photo a beauty?  Connie and Tom from Kane, Pennsylvania provided this photo.  They took this photo on the North Shore of Kauai.  If memory serves them right, this…
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Hawaii versus the Caribbean – Why Hawaii Wins

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 29, 2008
As you may recall, I don’t live near Hawaii. I live in North Carolina which is about 12 to 15 hours of flight time to Hawaii. Just based on observation,…
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The Colors of Hawaii – Kauai’s Green Goodness

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 28, 2008
This photo of the taro fields was taken at the Hanalei Overlook on the North Shore of Kauai.  Be sure that you don’t miss this picturesque view that’s located just…
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The Colors of Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 28, 2008
When I see photos of Hawaii I always notice the diversity and intensity of the colors.  I hope you’ll take the time to absorb the scenery and take notice of…
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Hawaiian Airlines Issues Alert for Fraudulent Email

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 26, 2008
I just wanted to pass along this alert I just received from Hawaiian Airlines: Hawaiian Airlines today issued a public alert to warn of a fraudulent email being circulated.  The…
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Hawaii Vacation News Roundup for July 25th

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 25, 2008
Here’s the newsy tidbits for this Aloha Friday. Where should you stay in Hawaii when money is no object?  Daahling, you must stay at the $15,000 per night Grand Suite…
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Hawaii Vacation Deals and News Roundup for July 24th

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 24, 2008
Today’s edition includes rare hotel deals, a squabble, and ends with a funny story about being “see sick” in Kauai. Outrigger is offering fifth night free stay with their Maui…
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Adventure Snorkeling and Diving with Manta Rays in Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • July 23, 2008
My friend Brian Ricker recently returned from a Big Island live aboard scuba diving trip on the Kona Aggressor. He’s a total diving enthusiast. He’s practically been around the world…
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