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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.
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Aloha Friday Photo: Gorgeous Christmas Tree in a Grass Skirt

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 20, 2024
Mahalo to Teresa Wood for kindly sharing this amazing Christmas tree pic for Aloha Friday Photos. We believe Teresa’s photo was taken from Waikiki at the Grand Waikikian Hilton Grand Vacations…
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15% Off Promo Code on Hawaiian Airlines Flights to Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 17, 2024
For one day only, Hawaiian Airlines is activating a promo code for 15% off flights from January 6 through  February 12, 2025. The promo code is HELLO2025. This code is…
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Ringing in 2025 With These Top New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Hawaii

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 31, 2024
Discover the most exciting New Year’s Eve events across Hawaii! From beachside fireworks to traditional luaus, find out where to celebrate and usher in the new year with Hawaii flair. Plan your perfect island getaway and join the festivities as Hawaii welcomes 2025 with open arms and Aloha spirit.
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Aloha Friday Photo: Waikiki Beach with Palm Trees in Christmas Colors

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 13, 2024
Mahalo to Marian Kincaid for sharing this neat nighttime shot of Waikiki for Aloha Friday Photos. This photo was taken from Sheraton Waikiki, which has really nice views of Waikiki…
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Hawaii holiday vacation news: December 12, 2024

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 12, 2024
– For readers who have been awaiting our Christmas guides to Oahu and Maui, they’re ready for use! Here’s the Waikiki/Oahu events & dining guide Here’s the Maui Christmas vacation…
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Aloha Friday Photo: A view of the USS Bowfin in Pearl Harbor

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  • December 6, 2024
Mahalo to Bruce Campbell for sharing this great photo of the attack submarine USS Bowfin for Aloha Friday Photos. The Bowfin first went into action in the Pacific on December…
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Take me there Tuesday: Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens Park, Maui

  • Sheila Beal
  • December 27, 2024
Off of Iao Valley Road in this lush region by Wailuku, you’ll find the beautiful Kapaniwai Park and Heritage Gardens. This park honors the cultures that came together in the…
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Aloha Friday Photo: Cheerful Christmas Decorations in Hawaii Kai

  • Sheila Beal
  • November 29, 2024
Mahalo to Jean Carl for sharing this cheerful Aloha Friday Photo. We love the juxtaposition of the summer-looking backdrop to this Christmasy snowman scene. Jean is originally from Pennsylvania, but…
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Aloha Friday Photo: A view of Molokini from the air

  • Sheila Beal
  • November 22, 2024
Mahalo to Elena Panigada of Maui Connected for sharing this neat shot of Molokini Crater for Aloha Friday Photos. Molokini sits a few miles off the coast of Maui. This…
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What you need to know for a December Hawaii vacation: weather, events and more!

  • Sheila Beal
  • June 17, 2025
Are you headed to Hawaii in December 2025? This page will give you a great idea of what to expect, though some details are from 2024. In November 2025, we’ll…
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Aloha Friday Photo: Spouting Horn Blowhole

  • Sheila Beal
  • November 15, 2024
Mahalo to Sandra Kopp for sharing this neat Aloha Friday Photo. Sandra’s photo was taken at Spouting Horn Blowhole in the Poipu region of Kauai. With the impressive sights and…
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Making your plans for a 2024 Waikiki Thanksgiving

  • Sheila Beal
  • November 12, 2024
As we mentioned in our article with everything you need to know for a November 2024 Hawaii vacation, we’ve been updating our Waikiki Thanksgiving guide. We’re please to say that…
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