Two very distinctive guitar sounds, the steel guitar and the slack key guitar, were born in Hawaii. They are both an integral part of Hawaiian music and a delight to…
Hawaii Fact 43 of 50: Unique Guitar Sounds Invented in Hawaii
Hawaii Fact 42 of 50: Hawaii’s Beaches Are Free
Sheila Beal The saying that the best things in life are free can certainly apply to Hawaii as Hawaii’s beaches are free to visit and open to the public. With a few…
Oahu’s Polynesian Cultural Center Opens New Evening Show
The long running “Horizons” show at the Polynesian Cultural Center has just been replaced by a new evening show. The new show, “Ha: Breath of Life” tells the life story…
Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup: August 12, 2009
Here’s a look at at the Hawaii vacation news that’s recently caught my eye: * Waikoloa Beach Marriott on Hawaii’s Big Island is offering a super deal of 50% off…
What is Hawaii’s State Fish? Humuhumunukunukuapua’a
The name of Hawaii’s state fish sure is a mouthful to pronounce as it is 21-letters long. This fish is the humuhumunukunukuapuaa. Here are some fun facts about the humuhumunukunukuapuaa:…
Hawaii Fact 40 of 50: Hawaii’s Coastline
Earlier in our series of 50 Facts about the 50th State, we looked at how Hawaii’s total land mass compared to other states. We discovered that Hawaii is the fourth…
Molokai Cliffs Video
Over the weekend, I posted a fact about Molokai’s tall sea cliffs. I just stumbled across this beautiful video of those majestic cliffs that I think you’ll enjoy. As you…
Hawaii Fact 39 of 50: Hawaii Grows Goodness
Rich volcanic soil and year-round warm temperatures make Hawaii a very fertile ground for growing delicious and beautiful crops. Here’s a list of some of the goodness that grows in…
Hawaii Fact 38 of 50: Hawaii really is far away from it all
It’s easy to leave your cares aside when you vacation in Hawaii. Not only are your cares far away when you’re in Hawaii, but you are also literally far away…
Hawaii Fact 37 of 50: Molokai has the world’s tallest sea cliffs
When we think about Hawaii we generally envision golden sand beaches reaching into the Pacific Ocean. Usually sea cliffs don’t immediately come to mind, but Hawaii is blessed with some…
See A Dream Wedding On Maui
If you are planning or dreaming of a wedding in Hawaii, you’ll love watching TNT’s “Wedding Day” this Saturday, August 8. (Note that the show will also be available to…
Hawaii Fact 36 of 50: Kauai’s Historic Kilauea Point
Kilauea Point on Kauai’s North Shore is significant for several reasons. First, it’s home to a beautiful and historic Kilauea Lighthouse. This lighthouse was once a key navigational point for…
