Hit Up These Six Local Stores for the Holidays
Photo courtesy: Roberta Oaks Kira Hawaii rings. Photos courtesy Kira Hawaii. Kira Hawaii jewelry, necklace, and earrings. Photos courtesy Kira Hawaii. BY: MARIA KANAI Holiday shopping is far from ho-ho-ho hum when you’re visiting the island of O’ahu. Some of the best boutiques in Hawai’i are located here, and you’ll feel great knowing you’re shopping…
These “Weird” Hawaii Foods are Sure to Tickle Your Taste Buds!
Are you ready to challenge your palate? When it comes to cuisine, the fun begins when you start trying dishes a few steps outside of your comfort zone. Hawaii is filled with many different foods from a wide range of cultures. Although some menu items might sound a little strange – like everything else, you…
Reasons to Say Aloha in 2018
The new year is here! And aside from setting personal, health and business goals, it’s also time to start solidifying those travel plans for 2018. Sure, you could visit Hawaii any year, but we’ve got the perfect “excuse” (in case you needed one or more) to make this year the year to pack your bags…
Ring in the Lunar New Year with These Good Luck Rituals
The Lunar New Year – or Chinese New Year – is right around the corner and in Hawaii, it’s a pretty big deal. From block party celebrations to household traditions, the coming of the New Year gathers people together as they wish one another good fortune and honor ancestors. The date of the Lunar New…
Hawaii Laws You May Not Know About
Read More Travel Tips | Book a Tour From the way we speak (Pidgin English) to the things we eat, Hawaii is known for being unique in many different ways. And while Hawaii is part of the United States, there are a few things beyond its size and distance that make it stand apart from…
Planning a Visit to Majestic Maunakea
The Big Island – officially named the island of Hawaii – is the largest island in the U.S. and is home to a range of climate zones. It is also the youngest in the island chain and is a favorite vacation destination due to its volcanoes, black sand beaches, and Kona coffee. But did you…
What to Do When it’s Winter in Hawaii
It’s hard to believe that there are seasons in Hawaii, but there are actually two – “kau” (summer) and “hoolio” (winter). Although the change may not be as noticeable in the islands as it is in other states, if you visit Hawaii between December and February, you can feel the difference. As if large swells…
Taking Your Vacation Green
In Hawaii, we preserve the value of “Malama ka ‘aina” (caring for the land). This is the notion of caring for and living in harmony with the land. With so much natural beauty around us, showing aloha and taking care of our island home is even more important than ever so that we can ensure…
Ten Sweet Facts About Pineapples
Despite their prickly appearance, the pineapple is as sweet a fruit as they come. With a taste that instantly transports you to a balmy tropical vacation, it’s no wonder that many enjoy a slice or two in their drink, as a dessert or even a light snack. This ono (delicious) tropical fruit had been cultivated in…
5 Tips for Preparing for a Hurricane: Even While on Vacation
This month Hawaii marked the 25th anniversary of Hurricane Iniki, which devastated the island of Kauai. The category four hurricane remains the strongest and deadliest storm in history to ever hit the Hawaiian Islands. And as we work to recover from the horrific damage and effects of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, it is a good…