The Story Behind Hawaii's Most Returned Souvenir
Sometimes a visitor sees a small black lava rock and thinks, "This would be a nice souvenir." It may be resting beside a trail,…
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The Old Warning About Bringing Pork Over the Pali
On Oahu, some stories travel the roads with us. One of the best known is the old warning about the Pali Highway: do not…
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The Island That Grows and Shrinks Along the Windward Drive
On Oahu's windward shore, Mokoli'i rises from the ocean near Kualoa. Many people know it by its nickname, Chinaman's Hat, because of its familiar…
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Pearl Harbor Tours on Oahu: Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri and More
A Pearl Harbor tour is one of the most meaningful experiences you can add to an Oahu trip. This is not a “quick photo…
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Waikiki Friday Fireworks Cruises for a Fun Oahu Night on the Water
A Waikiki Friday fireworks cruise is one of the easiest ways to make an Oahu evening feel special without overthinking the plan. Instead of…
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How to Choose the Best Hawaii Snorkeling Tour
Hawaii Snorkeling Tours for the Right Island, Comfort Level and Ocean Day A Hawaii snorkeling tour can be as simple as a calm reef…
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Hawaii Dinner Cruises for Sunset Views, Ocean Breezes and Easy Evenings
A Hawaii dinner cruise has a way of making dinner feel like vacation before the first plate even arrives. Instead of sitting inside a…
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Hawaii Luaus for Food, Hula, Fire Dancing and an Easy Island Night
A Hawaii luau can be a fun dinner show, a sunset evening, a family night out or a more cultural experience with music, hula…
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Oceanfront vs Beachfront Hawaii Vacation Rentals: What Is the Difference?
Oceanfront and beachfront sound almost the same when you are scrolling through Hawaii vacation rentals, but they can mean very different things once you…
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Hawaii Tours with Hotel Pickup: What Travelers Should Know
Hawaii tours with hotel pickup can make the day feel much easier, especially when you do not want to drive, park, navigate or start…
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Hawaii Cultural Tours for Travelers Who Want More Than Beach Photos
Hawaii cultural tours are for travelers who want more than a pretty beach photo – although yes, we fully support the beach photos too.…
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Hawaii Pineapples
One of the things Hawaii is famous for is its pineapple production. Pineapple is a delicious fruit and is known worldwide for its sweet…
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Hanauma Bay Snorkeling
Oahu's prime snorkel spot Hanauma Bay is known as Oahu's premier spot for snorkeling because of its crystal clear water and spectacular marine life.…
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Hawaii Tours for Couples Who Want Romance, Scenery and Breathing Room
Hawaii is already doing a lot of the romantic work for you. Warm air, ocean views, palm trees, sunsets that act like they know…
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Hawaii Vacation Rentals Near Snorkeling Beaches: Where to Stay by Island
Staying near a good snorkeling beach can make a Hawaii vacation feel wonderfully easy. You wake up, grab coffee, check the ocean, and if…
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Hawaii First-Day Tour Ideas That Will Not Wear You Out
Your first day in Hawaii should feel like arrival, not a test of endurance. After the flight, baggage claim, rental car counter, check-in, grocery…
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Resort-Style Hawaii Rentals with Pools, Parking and Beach Paths
Hawaii vacation rentals with resort amenities can give you a nice middle ground: more space than a standard hotel room, but still some of…
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Hawaii Vacation Rental Mistakes to Avoid Before You Book
A Hawaii vacation rental can make your trip feel comfortable, flexible and wonderfully easy. More space, a kitchen, a lanai, laundry, beach gear, maybe…
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Poipu or Princeville? Kauai Rental Areas for Outdoor Travelers
Kauai is the kind of island where your rental location really matters. On paper, the island does not look huge. In real life, a…
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Oahu Vacation Rentals Near Beaches, Luaus and Tours
Oahu is small enough to explore, but not so small that location does not matter. Choose the right rental area and your days can…
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