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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 Roundup for February 14th

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 14, 2008
On this Valentines Day edition, we’re getting Lost and saying good bye to cruises.  Let’s start with the good stuff. With the writers’ strike over, Lost should begin production in…
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Top 7 Reasons Why Hawaii is Romantic

  • Sheila Beal
  • April 10, 2008
Hawaii truly exudes romance. Whether you go to Maui, Kauai, Oahu or Lanai, you’ll be sure to kindle or rekindle the flames of passion. What is it about Hawaii that…
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  • Molokai
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St. Joseph Church in Molokai Built By Father Damien

  • Sheila Beal
  • September 28, 2023
Last week, I introduced you to Father Damien and the Kalaupapa Settlement on Molokai. Today, we take a look at one of the four churches that Father Damien built in…
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Maui Adventures in Kapalua – Hiking, Zipline Tours, and Kayaking

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 12, 2008
Kapalua Resort in West Maui has added quite a few new activities for those looking for a little adventure on vacation.  There are new hiking trails, a new Outpost and…
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7th Annual Kona Classic – The World’s Top Underwater Photo & Video Festival

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 11, 2008
If you like taking underwater photos and video, then you’ll definitely be interested in the Kona Classic.  The event takes place May 24th through the 31st on the Kona coast…
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Hawaii Vacation News Roundup for February 11th

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 11, 2008
In today’s news, we find free Hawaiian music and a massive shark video, plus much more.  You can get a free Hawaiian music CD at the Waikiki Beach Walk on…
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Hawaii’s Lava Tree State Park

  • Sheila Beal
  • March 11, 2009
In the Puna area of the Big Island, you’ll find Lava Tree State Park. In this park you’ll find many examples of lava trees. What’s a lava tree, you ask?…
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  • Molokai
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A Brief History of Father Damien and the Kalaupapa Settlement In Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • May 5, 2023
Father Damien de Veuster was a priest who unselfishly served in Hawaii in the 1800’s. He was born in Belgium but came to Hawaii as a missionary in his 20’s.…
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Nahuku (Thurston) Lava Tube in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

  • Sheila Beal
  • March 13, 2024
When you’re exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, don’t miss seeing Nahuku/Thurston Lava Tube. It’s an incredible stroll! A lava tube is a cave-like tube that lava…
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A Fun Photo Contest to Win a Free Trip to Maui

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 4, 2008
How would you like to win a free five night vacation to the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa on Maui in exchange for a photo? Popular Photography Magazine is…
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Hawaii Vacation News Roundup for February 4th

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 4, 2008
Today’s news starts with a carnival atmosphere and finishes with some amazing videos about the lava flow on the Big Island.  Evelyn at Homespun Honolulu has issued the sixth edition…
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Hawaii’s Hapuu Ferns

  • Sheila Beal
  • February 8, 2008
OK, I know what you’re thinking, “What’s the big deal about a fern?” I’ll tell you what the big deal is. These ferns are giants! These ferns are massive in…
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