* If you are visiting Maui from May 1st onwards, you should be aware of a new reservation system to visit the Iao Valley State Monument. At the time of…
For years we created lists of the upcoming Hawaii cultural festivals. We issued these lists three times per year. Then the ovid-cay andemic-pay hit in March 2020 and all festivals…
Hawaii has some lovely, historic churches to see as you visit the islands. Many of the churches we’re highlighting in this article were built in the 1800s or early 1900s.…
I hope you’re not hungry as this article might make matters worse. Today we’re talking about the beloved loco moco of Hawaii. Stop into any popular, local-style restaurant and you’ll…
We’ve come across some absolutely stunning Christmas decorations and scenes from Hawaii via social media. We just had to share a lovely selection with you. (Note to email subscribers –…
Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the surprise attack. It’s a time to reflect upon the bravery and sacrifices on this “date which…
We have a couple of big Hawaii travel notes to share today. – Alaska Airlines just announced a Buy One, Get One sale, including flights to and from Hawaii! This…
Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day — the 79th anniversary of “a date which will live in infamy.” Today, we remember the service, sacrifice and bravery of the patriots who…
* On November 16th, the governor issued a new emergency proclamation to clarify the statewide mask mandate. Scroll to Exhibit J in the proclamation document to read the full details…
As you’re planning your Hawaii vacation itinerary, perhaps you can make plans to enjoy a festival. Culture and holidays inspire many Hawaii festivities throughout the year. Food, music, dance, art…
Maui’s small town of Makawao is so unique and worth a stop to enjoy its personality and history. The town’s plantation and paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) influences combine for a one-of-a-kind…
The Hawaii Tourism Authority created a series of nice videos aimed at helping visitors understand the dos and don’ts of cultural etiquette plus caring for the land and ocean. The…
Mahalo to Mary Rudd for sharing this sunrise photo with us for Aloha Friday Photos. She took this photo from a boat traveling from Lahaina, Maui over to the island…
If you’re contemplating a late 2019 trip to Hawaii, perhaps one of the upcoming festivals will be the deciding factor. Fall is a great time to visit Hawaii and catching…
There are many excellent cultural events to discover in Hawaii throughout the year. For this article, we’ll be focusing on the festivals happening between now and April. Many of the…