December 7th – Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Sheila Beal 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…
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Hawaii cultural festivals and special events: January – April 2020
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…
Take me there Tuesday: Makawao, Maui
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…
Dos and don’ts for Hawaii visitors
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…
Aloha Friday Photo: Happy 60th to the 50th!
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…
Hawaii cultural festivals & special events: September – December 2019
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…
Hawaii festivals and special events: January – April 2019
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…
What’s Christmas like in Hawaii? 2019 Edition
We always say that anytime is a good time to visit Hawaii, but some occasions can be more special than others — with the Christmas season being one of those…
Hawaii cultural festivals & special events: September – December 2018
With fall airfare to Hawaii being on sale, it’s the perfect time to plan to a getaway and perhaps experience one of the Aloha State’s cultural festivals. We’ll list what’s…
Christmas decorations in Hawaii
Christmas decorations in Hawaii blend aloha and tropical themes with traditional favorites. They’re really special to see and enjoy when you visit Hawaii in December. From our visits to Hawaii…
Hawaii cultural festivals & special events September – December 2017
If you are looking for a reason to go to Hawaii at the end of 2017, perhaps a special festival is the only excuse you need. You’ll find excellent food,…
Hawaii festivals and special events May – August 2017
Are you headed to the Hawaiian Islands in the coming months? Or, are you looking for inspiration to go? Perhaps one of the following special events will strike your fancy.…
