For Memorial Day 2019, click this link –> 2019 Memorial Day Events on Oahu —– The following information is from Memorial Day 2013 for reference purposes only. Oahu is a…
Memorial Day 2013 on Oahu
Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: May 22, 2013
Sheila Beal – The Environmental Working Group just issued their 2013 guide to sunscreens. I’m using that list to continue my quest to find a mineral-based (coral safe) sunscreen that doesn’t make me…
The Hawaiian Hula Dance: 10 facts you may not already know
Andy Beal A trip to Hawaii is incomplete without enjoying at least one Hawaiian hula performance. The hula dance is one of Hawaii’s oldest traditions and is often accompanied by either Hawaiian…
Organic farm-to-table tour at O’o Farm on Maui
In the Waipoli (misting forest) area along the gentle slope of Haleakala, we found O’o Farm for a tour and al fresco luncheon. This 3.5 hour tour includes short walks…
Aloha Friday Photo: A hui hou whales!
Mahalo nui loa to Norm Strole of Raleigh, North Carolina for sending in three photos for our Aloha Friday Photo series. I’ve chosen these three photos today as they symbolize the…
Let’s talk Hawaii water safety, again.
Before we jump into what prompted this post, let’s review some Hawaii water safety recommendations. Ocean/Beach Safety Never turn your back to the ocean. When you are swimming or simply…
Back from Maui
Wow, how quickly a five-night visit passed! As I reflect back on the last week, I can hardly believe how much we did in such a short period of time,…
Aloha Friday Photo: Secluded waterfall
Mahalo to Myk Salonga Photography for sending this beautiful photo of a secluded waterfall in Oahu’s Kalihi Valley. When Myk posted this photo, he shared that he’s “so blessed to live…
Courtyard Kauai at Coconut Beach — An excellent budget-friendly accommodation
2020 Update: Since our original stay, this hotel has been renovated and rebranded as a Sheraton property. For more information, see this link to the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort.…
Aloha from Maui! #seeMaui
With many mahalos to the Maui Visitors Bureau, I’m excited to tell you that I’m in Maui! Actually, the above photo shows my current “office” from Wailea Beach Marriott Resort…
5 reasons why you should bring a camera tripod on your next Hawaii vacation
As a guy traveling to Hawaii, I tend to pack light. While that does mean that I’m not always “styling and profiling” with an extensive vacation wardrobe, it does allow…
Aloha Friday Photo: Colorful Hibiscus Beauty
Mahalo to Patty Trott for sharing today’s Aloha Friday Photo of this beautiful hibiscus. Patty took this photo near Captain Cook during here 2011 vacation to Hawaii, the Big Island.…
