Snorkeling in Lahaina is a must-do activity if you are visiting Maui, Hawaii! Lahaina, with its abundant marine life and captivating underwater landscapes, is a huge draw for snorkelers from all over the world. Not only is Lahaina one of the top snorkeling destinations in the Hawaiian Islands, it also serves as a departure point…
Wondering what those Hawaiian birds with red heads were that you just spotted? Most likely you just saw a red-crested cardinal, one of the most common red-headed Hawaiian birds! But there are many more, and here’s a short list of Hawaiian birds with red heads: Not just eye-catching, the vivid crimson coloration of crowns are…
Maui, like all the main Hawaiian islands, is a bird lovers’ paradise, and if you’re an avid birdwatcher make sure you bring your best binoculars! Maui’s diverse habitats ranging from lush rainforests to coastal wetlands to arid grasslands form a veritable sanctuary for hundreds of bird species, some endemic to Hawaii and many introduced from…
Oahu, like all the main islands of Hawaii, is a birdwatcher’s paradise! Though we are amateur birdwatchers, and kept a purposeful eye out for the pretty birds of Oahu while on vacation, Oahu birds are so plentiful and stunning, even a casual tourist can’t miss them! Popular hotspots and birding trails on Oahu include: Become…
Planning a trip in Maui, Hawaii? From enjoying sunrise (or sunset) at the summit of Haleakala to the scenic drive along the Road to Hana and lounging on beautiful tropical beaches, Maui has something for everyone. Popular as a honeymoon destination, Maui offers a plethora of resorts with spas. There are family-friendly stays on the…
Waterfall chaser? You’ll love Big Island waterfalls, with some among the tallest falls in Hawaii! Many of these beautiful waterfalls on Big Island are conveniently clustered into two main windward-facing areas on the north and east sides of Big Island, where rain is plentiful. The most accessible of these beautiful waterfalls are Rainbow Falls, near…
Mahaulepu Beach, Kauai. A beautiful, secluded beach just a few minutes from Poipu on the southern shore of Kauai. Best of all, hardly anyone was there when we visited! Impossible? No, most tourists don’t want to hike the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail, an easy scenic coastal hike with spectacular views, but about 2.6 miles one way…
Lumahai Beach, Kauai! One of the prettiest beaches on the North Shore of Kauai, so beautiful that it was the setting for one of the famous scenes of the Hollywood movie South Pacific, the movie that put Kauai on the tourist map! With a rainforest cliff setting as a backdrop, with two lava rock outcroppings…
Experienced snorkeler looking to explore the incredible underwater marine life near Poipu on the southern shore of Kauai? Lawai Beach! Calling Lawai Beach a beach is a bit of an euphemism. The sandy portion is so small, the beach often disappears during high tide. Why then should you visit Lawai Beach? Two reasons. First, Lawai…
Brennecke’s Beach? Bet you missed this tiny beach on the far eastern edge of Poipu Beach Park, so small, it’s easy to ignore. Brennecke’s Beach, though tiny, is one of the best Kauai beaches for boogie boarding, body boarding and body surfing! The waves that come crashing through to this small beach are not long,…