Mahalo to Rochelle Grantz for sharing this lovely Aloha Friday Photo. Rochelle’s photo was taken at Reeds Bay in Hilo on Hawaii’s Big Island. Though a it’s a small beach…
Aloha Friday Photo: Reeds Bay in Hilo
Aloha Friday Photo: Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark
Sheila Beal Mahalo to Julie Shank for sharing this neat shot of Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark for Aloha Friday Photos. Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark, is located at Kailua Bay, Kona on Hawaii’s…
What you need to know for a Hawaii vacation in September 2025
The month of September is considered a shoulder season for Hawaii travel. The summer crowds are gone and the airfare and hotel rates are a bit lower. It’s really a…
Aloha Friday Photo: Waterfalls at Grand Wailea Resort
Mahalo to Lillian Martin for sharing this scene for Aloha Friday Photos. The magenta bougainvillea draping over the waterfall makes an interesting contrast to the brilliant green surroundings. Lillian took…
16th Annual Guess the First Humpback Whale Sighting Contest
We’re excited to launch our 16th annual contest to guess the first humpback whale sighting in Hawaii. Though December typically starts the “official” humpback whale watching season, a few humpbacks…
Aloha Friday Photo: Picturesque Wai’oli Hui’ia Church in Hanalei
Mahalo to Sandra Kopp for this beautiful Aloha Friday Photo featuring historic Wai’oli Hui’ia Church in Hanalei on the north shore of Kauai. The church and the surrounding mountains are…
Aloha Friday Photo: Lahaina Front Street with updates on the 2nd anniversary of the tragic fires
Mahalo to Alison Skinner for sharing this lovely Aloha Friday Photo that she took from Front Street in Lahaina. As she shared this photo, she told us, “Maui holds a…
Aloha Friday Photo: A “super souvenir”
Mahalo to Dany Bue for sharing this excellent shot of Waikiki for Aloha Friday Photos. Dany described this photo as a “super souvenir.” This view is definitely a frame-worthy memory.…
Hawaii vacation news: Tsunami makes landfall & Upcoming Hanauma Bay closure
Tsunami makes landfall in Hawaii An 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Kamchatka, Russia, generated a tsunami that made landfall in the Hawaiian Islands last night. Thankfully, the islands…
Hawaii in August: Weather, Packing, Events & More
Explore the ultimate guide to a August vacation in Hawaii! Learn the basics (weather, what to pack, reservations, events, etc.) along with insider tips for an unforgettable beach getaway.
Aloha Friday Photo: Pastel sunset from Kona side
Mahalo to Neilani Hoefs for sharing this pretty sunset shot for Aloha Friday Photos. Neilani took this picture from the Kona side of Hawaii’s Big Island in 2021. Though some…
Hawaii vacation news and deals: July 23, 2025
This Hawaii vacation deals and news roundup includes news about construction work and closures at Waimea Canyon and Koke’e parks, a Waikiki hotel deal, news about Kilauea volcano, a Hawaii…
