Today’s beautiful Aloha Friday Photo was taken last month by Megan while she and her husband were honeymooning on Maui. What a romantic scene to enjoy and capture on a…
Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: July 18, 2012
Here’s the top Hawaii vacation news that’s streaming to our attention. * Waikoloa Beach Marriott has rates starting at $179 through December 25, 2012. For $199 per night, you score…
How to Choose the Best Hawaiian Island for Your Hawaii Vacation [Infographic]
“How do I choose the best Hawaii vacation for me?” is a question that I am often asked. With six different Hawaiian islands to pick from, it can be a…
Aloha Friday Photo: Wailua Falls on “Fantasy Island”
Today’s Aloha Friday Photo is a beautiful Kauai waterfall that’s also a TV star. If you’ve ever seen the ABC hit series Fantasy Island that aired in the late 1970s…
A View of Oahu’s Mokolii from Kualoa Beach Park
I have no idea how many times, we’ve driven Kamehameha Highway (Hwy 83) on Oahu’s windward shore, but I can tell you that every time, Mokolii captures our attention. The…
Hawaii Island’s Place of Refuge…in a movie?
When you visit Hawaii’s Big Island, we highly recommend you plan a stop at Puuhonua o Honanaunau National Historical Park. The oceanfront grounds are full of Hawaiian history and wonder. Many people refer…
Aloha Friday Photo: Sunset in Ka’anapali
Palm trees, ocean and the setting sun – what a wonderful combination! Paula took this photo from the upper dining room at Leilani’s on Maui’s Kaanapali Beach where she went…
4th of July in Hawaii 2012
I hope you’re gearing up for a wonder July 4th holiday. If you’ll be celebrating Independence Day in Hawaii, here’s what’s happening by island: Oahu – the fireworks show put…
Hawaii Travel Tip: Snap Photos of Signs
How many times have you looked through your vacation photos only to wonder what’s the name of that place? I know I have dozens of times. As you travel in…
Aloha Friday Photo: Red Hibiscus
Today’s Aloha Friday Photo was shared by Erin Jones of Colorado. Erin shot this hibiscus close up while she was visiting Oahu in February. (By the way, you may recall…
Video: 60 Seconds of Lanai, Hawaii
Need a quick trip to Hawaii? This video will virtually transport you to the grounds of the Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay and to the adjacent Hulopoe Beach.…
Confessions of a First Time Hawaii Sushi Lover
“Er, this fish is not cooked.” Those were the words that stumbled out of my mouth just prior to losing my sushi virginity. You see, I was distracted somewhat by…
Aloha Friday Photo: Hanauma Bay
Today’s Aloha Friday photo comes to us from Charles Jordan. You may recall that Charles shared his photos of Oahu from the air with an aerial shot of Hanauma Bay.…
10 tips for taking awesome fireworks photos in Hawaii…or anywhere!
If you plan to be in Hawaii for July 4th or New Year’s Eve or even for the Friday night Waikiki fireworks at Hilton Hawaiian Village, then a) I am very…
Hawaii Vacation News & Deals: June 20, 2012
Happy first day of Summer to you. Here’s are the best newsy tidbits that are currently catching our eye. * Google Street View has launched newly expanded Street View coverage…