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Hawaii cultural festivals and special events for September, October, November, December 2023

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Hawaii’s cultural events and festivals are making a comeback for 2023 with several returning after a pandemic break. Checking out one of these festivals is a great way to get…

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Hawaii vacation news and deals: July 26, 2023

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* Last week Tropical Storm Calvin passed south of the Hawaiian Islands. It was the first tropical storm of 2023 that’s come close to Hawaii, which resulted in some heavy…

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Where watch 4th of July fireworks in Hawaii for 2023

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Independence Day celebrations in Hawaii are going to be fantastic for 2023! Dazzling fireworks shows are planned on all four of the major Hawaiian Islands. Let’s island hop around the…

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Take me there Tuesday: Papa’iloa Beach, Oahu

Sheila Beal

When we think about the popularity of Oahu, it’s difficult to picture an empty beach, but when we’ve visited Papa’iloa Beach, we been the only people there. This beach is…

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Aloha Friday Photo: Memorial Day Lantern Floating Ceremony

Sheila Beal

Mahalo to Linda Bewley for sharing this beautiful Aloha Friday Photo with us. Linda’s photo shows a lantern floating ceremony at Ala Moana Beach Park. Each lantern represents a memory…

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Hawaii vacation news: May 3, 2023

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– On May 1, 2023, the White House announced that the U.S. will end the requirement for non-U.S. citizens to show proof of vaccination to enter the country. The vaccine…

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What’s the difference between access to Hanauma Bay views and Hanauma beach?

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From some comments we received yesterday regarding public access to views of Hanauma Bay, it seems that some do not understand the difference between access to the lookout views above…

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Hanauma Bay lookouts are open for visitors to enjoy without a reservation

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Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve is very, very picturesque. It’s also Oahu’s most sought-after snorkeling spot. To protect the bay, a reservation system was implemented in 2021. For more than a…

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Cultural festivals and special events in Hawaii for May, June, July, August 2023

Sheila Beal

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…

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Take me there Tuesday: Oahu’s Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden

Sheila Beal

Most times when people picture Oahu, their first thoughts tend to be of Waikiki or perhaps Pearl Harbor, but Oahu offers far more beauty beyond than those popular urban settings.…

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Hawaii vacation news for March 8, 2023

Sheila Beal

* TripAdvisor announced their list of the top 25 beaches in the USA. Eight Hawaii beaches made the list. Here’s how the Hawaii beaches stacked up along with some of…

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Hawaii vacation news: February 7, 2023

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* After a brief pause due to funding issues, the free Waikiki Beach hula show at Kuhio Beach Park is back in action. The days of the performance has…

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New Hawaii resorts for 2023

Sheila Beal

In 2023, there are at least three great, new Hawaii resorts opening. You might want to keep these hotels on your radar to consider for your next Hawaii vacation. First…

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Exceptional surfing contest “The Eddie” set to take place January 22, 2023

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One of the world’s most extraordinary surfing competitions is planned to take place this Sunday, January 22nd at Waimea Bay on Oahu’s north shore — The Eddie Aikau Big Wave…

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Where to find New Year’s Eve fireworks and fun to welcome in 2023

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Happy New Year’s Eve! Thankfully, in Hawaii, this New Year’s Eve is going to be much more festive compared to the previous two years. Most fireworks shows are back in…

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Hawaii cultural festivals and special events for September, October, November, December 2023

Hawaii vacation news and deals: July 26, 2023

Where watch 4th of July fireworks in Hawaii for 2023

Take me there Tuesday: Papa’iloa Beach, Oahu

Aloha Friday Photo: Memorial Day Lantern Floating Ceremony

Hawaii vacation news: May 3, 2023

What’s the difference between access to Hanauma Bay views and Hanauma beach?

Hanauma Bay lookouts are open for visitors to enjoy without a reservation

Cultural festivals and special events in Hawaii for May, June, July, August 2023

Take me there Tuesday: Oahu’s Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden

Hawaii vacation news for March 8, 2023

Hawaii vacation news: February 7, 2023

New Hawaii resorts for 2023

Exceptional surfing contest “The Eddie” set to take place January 22, 2023

Where to find New Year’s Eve fireworks and fun to welcome in 2023

When is the worst time to visit Hawaii on vacation?

Do you plan Hawaii vacation activities before your trip or just book them when you get there?

Advice for driving and parking in Waikiki Beach

How many islands should you visit during your Hawaii vacation?