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.

Free Maui Whalewatching Information and Best Places to Whalewatch

Sheila Beal
January 18, 2009

The Pacific Whale Foundation is offering a free whale whalewatching information station at Papawai Point in West Maui. Papawai is located off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Hwy 30), approximately 3 miles northwest…

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For Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Sheila Beal
December 7, 2009

Today is the day we remember and honor the brave US veterans who were attacked on Oahu on December 7, 1941. The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor took more than…

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Culture & History

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How to say “Merry Christmas” in Hawaii

Sheila Beal
December 22, 2020

Do you know how to wish someone a merry Christmas in the Hawaii? You say, “Mele Kalikimaka.” Mele is pronounced like “May-lay” Kalikimaka is pronounced like “Kah-lee-kee-mah-kah” According to Hawaii Magazine, the…

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The Best Maui Restaurants – Per Maui No Ka Oi Magazine

Sheila Beal
April 24, 2009

Are you looking for the top restaurants on Maui? Then check out the most recent Maui Na Ka Oi Magazine restaurant survey results. Maui restaurants were rated in 25 different categories. (Wow!!) …

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The Big Ones are Back! (Oahu’s North Shore Big Waves)

Sheila Beal
December 4, 2007

Oahu’s North Shore is famous for big waves that attract expert surfers from across the world. It is common to have 20 foot waves during the winter months on Oahu. …

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Hawaii Vacation News Roundup for December 3rd

Sheila Beal
December 3, 2007

Per Smith Travel Research, Hawaii hotel room rates are up 10% statewide compared to this same time last year. The average hotel room cost across Hawaii is $220. Maui hotel…

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Maui Whalewatching Tours

Sheila Beal
December 2, 2007

Last month, we reported about the first humpback whale sighting of this season in Hawaii. The Pacific Whale Foundation has reported seeing three different whale species on a exploring cruise…

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Good Weekend Reading

Sheila Beal
December 2, 2007

I recently participated in the Litemind List Writing Project. There were 67 excellent articles submitted to the project. (My entry was: Six Savvy Reasons to Travel Light.) Here are my…

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Waikiki and Honolulu New Years Eve Events

Sheila Beal
December 2, 2021

Update – if you are looking for Waikiki and Honolulu New Year’s Eve Events to ring in the new year, <— click that link for all the details. ———– Will…

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Who was Duke Kahanamoku?

Sheila Beal
December 30, 2022

When you are in Hawaii, you may see references to Duke. You can find a beautiful statue of Duke Kahanamoku on Waikiki Beach near Kuhio Beach Park. By Hilton Hawaiian…

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Kauai Luaus – Schedules, Costs, Reviews

Sheila Beal
December 27, 2025

Trying to choose a luau for your Kauai vacation? This article includes all the information you need to know about choosing a Kauai luau – from prices to schedules to…

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Please Protect Hawaii’s Tropical Fish and Coral

Sheila Beal
April 22, 2008

Hawaii’s clean clear waters are teaming with gorgeous tropical fish and interesting coral reefs. A snorkeling or diving trip is truly a feast for the eyes. Unfortunately, sometimes visitors can…

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Sheila Beal

Free Maui Whalewatching Information and Best Places to Whalewatch

For Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

How to say “Merry Christmas” in Hawaii

The Best Maui Restaurants – Per Maui No Ka Oi Magazine

The Big Ones are Back! (Oahu’s North Shore Big Waves)

Hawaii Vacation News Roundup for December 3rd

Maui Whalewatching Tours

Good Weekend Reading

Waikiki and Honolulu New Years Eve Events

Who was Duke Kahanamoku?

Kauai Luaus – Schedules, Costs, Reviews

Please Protect Hawaii’s Tropical Fish and Coral

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