If you enjoy local history and culture, you must include Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park in your itinerary for the Big Island of Hawaii. Managed by the National Park Service, this historic site sits by the coast and offers a peek back into the past as well as the opportunity to experience tradition Hawaiian…
Captivated by waterfalls? You cannot miss a stop at ‘Akaka Falls State Park when you visit Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. Located along the lush Hamakua Coast in the northeast of the island, Akaka Falls State Park protects Akaka Falls, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Hawaii. The 442-foot Akaka Falls is…
Visiting some of the botanical gardens in Oahu should be on every garden lover’s itinerary for the island. Although Kauai is known as “The Garden Isle” and Kauai’s botanical gardens are spectacular, each of the other large Hawaiian islands offers beautiful gardens to visit. Oahu botanical gardens range from the lush rainforest of Ho’omaluhia Botanical…
One of the best things to do in Waikiki is…EAT! The best restaurants in Waikiki range from fine dining places to casual cafes and hole-in-the-wall eateries. You’ll find a variety of cuisines to sample, from local favorites to international dishes. This much-visited Honolulu neighborhood offers so many must-visit restaurants that you’ll run out of time…
Planning a trip to Kauai and thinking about a waterfall hike? Consider Secret Falls Kauai! One of the most popular excursions in Kauai (on par with boat tours of the Na Pali Coast or helicopter tours over Kauai) is a guided kayak plus hiking tour to Secret Falls. The Secret Falls kayak tour on Kauai’s…
Oahu north shore beaches are a huge draw for outdoor enthusiasts visiting the island. Featuring world-famous waves in the winter and somewhat calmer conditions in the summer, Oahu’s north shore beaches offer both beauty and things to do. Spending time at the north shore beaches is one of the best things to do in Oahu!…
The beaches in South Maui are among the most beautiful beaches you’ll find in Hawaii. With swathes of golden sand usually flanked by lava outcroppings and fringed with lush natural or landscaped vegetation, South Maui beaches are very picturesque. While sun-worshipping at a South Maui beach is one of the best things to do in…
State parks in Maui protect some of the island’s top natural and historical treasures, from unique beaches and forests studded with waterfalls to ancient sacred Hawaiian temples. Maui is home to one of two national parks in Hawaii: Haleakala National Park, which includes the higher elevations of the Haleakala crater and the must-do Pipiwai Trail…
Considering a trip to Maui in winter? Great choice! When winter snow and sleet start wearing you down at home, it’s natural to yearn for the warm weather and sun-kissed beaches of a tropical destination. And Maui, with its many beautiful sandy beaches and waterfront resorts, is our favorite Hawaiian island for a winter vacation….
Garden lover planning a visit to Kauai? Be sure to put Limahuli Garden on your itinerary for the island! One of the best botanical gardens in Kauai, Limahuli Botanical Garden is located on the island’s scenic north shore. In fact, visiting the garden is one of the best things to do on the north shore…