If you ask directions from a local, you’ll likely hear something like, “After you pass the third stoplight, the store is on the mauka side of the street.” Don’t panic! Just remember:
Mauka – Sounds like “mountain”. Look or ...
Move aside Baby Shark, here comes the Fish with the Pig-Like Snout!
This one is fun for the kids! First, they can learn how to memorize and say the full name of Hawaiʻi’s state fish, the humuhumunukunukuaāpuaʻa. (Hint: take it slow...
‘Ahu ‘ula (feather cape)
If you plan to visit one of our Honolulu Museums that specialize in Native Hawaiian art and culture, you may come across a display case with a feather cape, or ʻahu ʻula. These historical artifacts are huge, ...
Highlights of the Hike: The final stretch of the trail features a 80 degree view atop a bunker of Kaneohe Bay, extending from Kailua all the way to Chinaman’s Hat.The teal blue hues of the ocean meet the Ko’olau Mountain Range at this v...
Luckily for those of us on-island during the past few weeks, the shelter-in-place orders have always allowed for ocean activities (though beach walks were restricted for a while), allowing us to take advantage of the incredibly reviving ben...
What is the perfect sweet cold treat to break the heat of a sunny beach day? Shave Ice, for sure. Super-finely shaved ice is flavored with sweet flavored syrups and served with an ever-expanding variety of add-ons. There are shave ice place...
Youʻre waiting in line for Bishop Museum, the Honolulu Aquarium, a car or bike rental, etc., etc. Above the cashier’s desk, you see a list of rates with the usual discounts for seniors, military and children, and Kamaʻaina rate. What is...
Celebrate your mother, auntie, and loved ones with a sweet fragrant flower lei sent all the way from Hawai’i for Mother’s Day. When choosing a lei for Mom, consider a tuberose or plumeria strand filled with fresh, sweet aromas! The Hawa...
You may have heard about the Yellow Hibiscus, Hawaiʻiʻs official state flower, but have you ever seen a Pink Double Hibiscus? The layers and folds of these beautiful, delicate flowers will keep you mesmerized all day. You may even find one of...
Thinking of travelling to one of the neighbor islands? You may see some options on the smaller craft airlines like Mokulele Airlines. These little planes seat about 8 passengers. They’re not the right fit for every traveller, but on a clear w...