Hawaii Travel Tips & Guide

Options for Diving in Hawaii Many people believe the most stunning views in Hawaii lie below the ocean. Thousands of tourists each year venture beneath the surface to see varied marine life and vibrant reefs. Visitors can explore them even more closely by snorkeling, scuba or snuba diving in Hawaii. For those who may be unfamiliar with the diving methods, snorkeling involves wearing a face mask and short breathing tube. This tube enables swimmers to swim face-down on the surface […]

Halloween in Hawaii by Island With as much fun as you can find here, it’s no surprise you can enjoy Halloween in Hawaii. For families traveling to Hawaii during October, here are sample Halloween activities on each island. Oahu Honolulu is the busiest city in Hawaii. So visitors can expect a plethora of spooky things to do with their family and friends. The Haunted Hayride features a mock Zombie War with paintball and costumes every Friday and Saturday in October. […]

The word Hawaii inspires images of coconut trees gently swaying over white beaches and blue waves. This makes it difficult to believe that coconuts are not indigenous to the islands. Polynesian settlers brought these trees to Hawaii hundreds of years ago. And coconuts in Hawaii flourished in area’s tropical climate and lush soil. The coconut trees or nui in Hawaiian are palms that can reach up to 100 feet in height. Their nuts have a fibrous exterior and can take […]

Petroglyphs The word petroglyph means stone carving. The Hawaiian word for these carvings is ki’i pohaku, meaning image stone. Ancient Hawaiians carved these images into the rough lava rock. The artists would use sharp tools and stone hammers to chip away at the rocks in thin lines. Then they would etch the pictures by scraping repeatedly until the markings were sufficiently deep. This is how one would make Hawaiian petroglyphs in ancient times. Hawaiian petroglyphs might be carvings of anything […]

There are countless bridges in Hawaii, many of them are famous. The 59 bridges on the Hana Highway in Maui are examples. Other examples are the bamboo bridge in Kauai’s McBryde Gardens or the stone bridge in Liliuokalani Gardens on the Big Island. Hawaii also has listed at least four bridges that are on the National Register of Historic Places. However, none of these are quite as uniquely spectacular as the swinging bridges in Hawaii. There is nothing as thrilling […]

Nu’uanu Pali State Wayside Park Location Nu’uanu Pali is on the windward coast of Oahu. Open during daylight hours, you can find this natural pass in the Ko’olau Mountain Range off Pali Highway. There is an entrance fee of $3 per car for non-Hawaii residents. Park Terrain The Nu’uanu Pali Wayside is a lookout point reaching up to 1,200 feet in elevation. From this breezy wayside, you can see breathtaking and panoramic views of Oahu’s vibrant windward coast. This is […]

Haleakala National Park Park Location This national park is on the western side of the island, extending from Haleakala’s summit to the Kipahulu coast. It covers nearly 33,270 acres, over half of which is wilderness. On the clearest days, five Hawaiian Islands are visible from Haleakala’s summit. Park Terrain The terrain is as varied as a region can be. It ranges from the barren volcanic crater to lush foliage, bamboo forests and coasts. The 2 hour drive to Haleakala summit […]

Wailua River State Park Park Location This state park is on the eastern coast of Kauai, off the Kuhio Highway and near Wailua. This is Hawaii’s most visited state park, drawing nearly 1 million tourists to Kauai annually. The park covers 109 acres and is free to the public every day during sunlight hours. Park Terrain The park is near Mount Waialeale, “the wettest place on earth.” You can find it in the valley of Hawaii’s only navigable river. The […]

Oahu While visitors know Oahu for  Honolulu, Waikiki and Pearl Harbor, it is also a haven of natural wonders. For those wanting more than typical attractions, there are recreational areas, parks, coastlines and historic heiaus to discover. Within Honolulu, visitors can explore Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in America, or hike the extinct volcanic crater Diamond Head. Moreover, there are also plenty of camping, trails and bike paths along the coast.  For this and more about Oahu, check the […]

Akaka Falls State Park Park Location This state park is on the northern end of the Big Island along the Hamakua Coast. The entrance to the park is at the end of the Akaka Falls Road, about 4 miles from Honomu. Akaka Falls State Park is open daily with charges of $5 per non-commercial vehicle and $1 per pedestrian. This place is one of the more popular Big Island parks. Park Terrain Verdant forests surround this state park offering hiking […]