Mahalo to Kathleen Poulos from Mission Viejo, California for sharing these captivating Kauai shots! In her email to us, Kathleen said, “Love your newsletter, I have been reading it for…
Kilauea continues to amaze with 35th episode
The 35th episode of this current Kilauea eruption series started and finished over the weekend. It’s astounding that these episodic lava fountain eruptions have continued for 35 times since December…
Aloha Friday Photo: Waimea Valley Heliconia
Mahalo to artist JW Green for sharing this striking Aloha Friday Photo. JW took this beautiful heliconia photo from Waimea Valley on Oahu’s North Shore. I love how how captured…
Signals that winter is on its way to Hawaii
In recent days, some magical scenes signal Hawaii’s coming winter season. Those signs are the first humpback whale sighting and big waves are making their way to the north shores.…
Aloha Friday Photo: Stunning Kamaole III Sunset
Mahalo to Allison Oakes from Vancouver, Washington for sharing this stunning sunset shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos. Allison snapped this picture from Kamaole Beach Park III in Kihei…
Hawaii vacation deals & news: October 8, 2025
We’ve got quite a long roundup of Hawaii vacay news, so let’s dive in! US Government Shutdown Effects on Hawaii Travel and Attractions Travel to and from Hawaii has continued…
Aloha Friday Photo: Spectacular Kilauea Eruption Episode 34
Mahalo to Kevin Tanis for sharing this jaw-dropping photo and videos of the latest Kilauea eruption for Aloha Friday Photos. Since December 2024, Kilauea has been active off and on…
Aloha Friday Photo: Kauai North Shore Sunset
Mahalo to Randi Herda from Minnesota for sharing this beautiful Aloha Friday Photo. This sunset shot was taken from the North Shore of Kauai, near the Princeville area. While Hawaii…
Aloha Friday Photo: Sunset from Sheraton Maui
Mahalo to Ramon Vera from Sonoma County, California for sharing this pretty Aloha Friday Photo. Ramon says this sunset shot was taken from his room’s lanai at the Sheraton Maui.…
What to know for an October 2025 Hawaii vacation
If you’re going to Hawaii this October, you’ll likely want to get an idea of what sort of weather you can expect, what special events are taking place, etc. We’ve…
Aloha Friday Photo: “One of my favourite views”
Happy Aloha Friday! Mahalo to Nadia Yee for sharing this neat Aloha Friday Photo. Nadia said, “One of my favourite views Waikiki beach – from my view at the Outrigger Waikiki…
Aloha Friday Photo: Reeds Bay in Hilo
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…


















