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Unbiased, independent Hawaii travel advice and vacation tips for Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai, Lanai, and Molokai.
2024-04-12 13:05
Mahalo to JW Green for this gorgeous Aloha Friday photo. He took this photo from Kailua on Oahu’s east side. I believe the Pali (cliffs) in the background are part of the popular &helli…Read More
2024-04-09 13:55
One thing we always make time for on our Hawaii vacations is catching sunset. This time of day is so magical. In addition to the sun saying aloha for the day, it’s this time of day th… Read More
2024-04-05 12:41
Mahalo to Jeanette Kooman for this gorgeous Na Pali Coast photo for Aloha Friday Photos. Here’s what Jeanette shared about her photo:
“[T]his was our first trip in May 2018 and… Read More
2024-03-29 12:48
Mahalo to Shanna Carpentier for sharing this neat shot from Pahumoa Beach on Oahu for Aloha Friday Photos.
Shanna’s photo gives us a lot to appreciate about this particular scene. The… Read More
2024-03-26 17:40
When you vacation on Hawaii’s Big Island, allow your tastebuds to enjoy the visit by sampling the local fare. Let’s take a look at some of the island’s local and cultural f… Read More
2024-03-22 13:16
Mahalo to Linda Shipp for this neat Aloha Friday Photo. She took this photo from Maui several years ago while on a whale watch. What a thrilling sight that must have been!
A humpback&r&helli…Read More
2024-03-19 14:24
Graceful hula dancers at Old Lahaina Luau– We are pleased that two Lahaina restaurant businesses have recently re-opened after suffering through the aftermath of the August wildfires… Read More
2024-03-15 12:50
Mahalo to Staci Saxton from Maryland for sharing this neat Aloha Friday Photo.
Staci’s shot shows Manana Island, which is a small islet on the east side of Oahu. You can view this sma… Read More
2024-03-12 17:46
A great way to get to know Maui is to experience the island’s foods. Consider it a delightful way to learn about the local culture. Let’s take a look at some of the best food ite… Read More
2024-03-08 14:36
Mahalo to Darlene Czarcinski for this nice photo of “Sherwood Beach” on Oahu.
“Sherwood Beach” (also known as “Sherwoods”) is at Hunananiho Beach Park wh… Read More
2024-03-05 18:59
You could say I’m a bit nerdy when it comes to tracking Hawaii data. It’s a “hazard” of having an engineering degree. Other than being interested in the data, there… Read More
2024-03-01 13:16
Mahalo to Catherine Pope for sharing this Aloha Friday Photo. Catherine took this pretty photo in October 2019 when she and her husband were celebrating their wedding anniversary in Kauai&r&helli…Read More
2024-02-28 18:37
With a plethora of restaurants, we tend to think that Oahu is the best island for foodies. Ono (good) food is such a huge part of Oahu’s culture. Speaking from experience, I don’… Read More
2024-02-23 13:40
Mahalo to Lynda Mortensen from California for sharing this gorgeous sunset for Aloha Friday Photos. Wow, we love how the sky looks like a masterpiece painting of pastel colors. The reflecti… Read More
2024-02-21 16:03
Today, we’re starting a new series of island-specific guides of the best food experiences. We’re designing them as a sort of “cheat sheet” of local culinary delights… Read More
2024-02-16 13:59
Mahalo to Megan Donnelly-Morris for sharing this beautiful Aloha Friday Photo.
Megan took this photo from the Kalalau Trail on Kauai. This view shows Ke’e Beach. It’s one of the… Read More
2024-02-09 14:21
Mahalo to Victoria Weissnicht from Austria for sharing this unique shot for Aloha Friday Photos. Victoria took this photo while visiting Oahu in March 2023.
Though this beautiful, pink hibi… Read More
2024-02-06 17:41
Two de-lish-ous Coco PuffsFor this “Take Me There Tuesday” posts, we’re highlighting a specific bakery item. It’s the Liliha Bakery Coco Puff on Oahu. If your dietary… Read More
2024-02-02 13:54
Mahalo to Marc Lecoq from Renton, Washington for sharing this stunning Aloha Friday Photo.
Marc tells us that he took this photo at Anahola Beach on Kauai in July 2023. What a wonderful sun… Read More
2024-01-31 18:41
Photos by County of Maui – note the concrete barrier that’s washed off the road.If you are planning to drive or tour Maui’s famous road to Hana in the next couple of months… Read More
2024-01-26 15:06
Mahalo to Cari McGee from Washington for sharing this gorgeous Waikiki shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Cari took this photo on a January day in 2016. Ah, it’s amazing to see suc… Read More
2024-01-23 13:30
An aerial view of Waikiki Shell from the Experience Kilohana website.Starting February 15, 2024, a new hula show is coming to Waikiki. The name of this new cultural presentation is the … Read More
2024-01-19 14:18
Mahalo to Melanie Hubert from Oahu for sharing these amazing rainbow photos with us for Aloha Friday Photos. Here’s what she tells us about these beautiful scenes:
“From on… Read More
2024-01-16 18:45
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA)Yesterday afternoon, flights in and out of Kona (KOA) on Hawaii’s Big Island were halted due to a crack in the runway. The cracks are be… Read More
2024-01-12 13:34
Mahalo to April Ewart from Calgary, Canada for this lovely Aloha Friday Photo. Here’s what April shared about her photo:
“This photo is at Hukilau Beach on Oahu and was taken in… Read More
2024-01-10 18:59
We have some gentle reminders in today’s Hawaii travel brief.
– Maui News recently published an article on the current state of Lahaina recovery. For anyone planning a visit to… Read More
2024-01-05 13:36
Mahalo to Darla from North Carolina for sharing this pretty shot for Aloha Friday Photos. She snapped this scene from Mauna Lani Point in the Mauna Lani Resort of Hawaii’s Big Is… Read More
2024-01-03 15:33
Attending a cultural festival is wonderful way to learn and appreciate music, dance, food, art and crafts of any culture. It’s a delight to all the senses. Throughout the year, the Ha… Read More
2024-01-01 15:24
Aloha! We hope that your 2024 is off to a happy and healthy start!
At the start of each new year, we’ve had a long-running tradition of asking our readers if they have plans to visit… Read More
2023-12-31 15:59
As the final hours of 2023 fade into 2024, we want to wish you a Hau’oli Makahiki Hou! That’s the Hawaiian way of saying Happy New Year.
Hawaii really knows how to celebrate hol… Read More
2023-12-29 12:57
Mahalo to Angie Harold for sharing this fun shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
In this picture, Angie is enjoying a tasty and refreshing shave ice in Waikiki. She told us it was “s… Read More
2023-12-22 13:10
Mahalo to Teresa Wood for sharing this gorgeous shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos. She snapped this photo while visiting Kona in December 2022. The moonlit sky and palm trees make such a… Read More
2023-12-18 17:38
– We have New Year’s Eve guides for three island that we released today. We know several readers have been awaiting them. We anticipate some additions to each of them between no… Read More
2023-12-15 14:36
Mahalo to Charles Phelps for sharing this amazing photo with us for Aloha Friday Photos. He took this photo on a catamaran cruise of the Na Pali Coast.
In the Hawaiian language, the words n… Read More
2023-12-13 18:20
Shaka Santa and Mele Tutu by the Christmas tree in front of Honolulu Hale presented as part of Honolulu City LightsThe holiday season is a special time to be in Hawaii. Of course, the weathe… Read More
2023-12-08 12:52
Mahalo to Ashley Frazier for sharing this excellent shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Ashley took this photo while visiting Oahu in November 2018. In this great capture, you can see the… Read More
2023-12-07 18:06
USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl HarborToday is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. It was 82 years ago that this fateful attack happened. If you have ever visited Pearl Harbor and watched t… Read More
2023-12-06 14:26
Whether you’re planning a Waikiki Christmas vacation or you’re dreaming of one, you’ll discover all the best things to see and do in our newly released 2023 Waikiki Christ… Read More
2023-12-01 13:12
Mahalo to Holly McClain for this neat Aloha Friday Photo that she took while visiting Oahu in June 2018.
Holly’s photo shows Halona Beach Cove. As you can tell, it’s a very smal… Read More
2023-11-24 14:36
Mahalo to Ramon Vera for sharing this great sunset shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
On our Facebook page, we asked where our followers’ favorite place is to watch sunset. Ramon r… Read More
2023-11-21 16:13
When you are exploring Hilo, a tasty stop to check out is Big Island Candies. This Hilo spot is the Big Island Candies’ flagship location. (See this link for a bit of history about Bi… Read More
2023-11-17 13:15
Mahalo to Christian Bessey for sending this interesting Waikiki shot for Aloha Friday Photos.
Christian tells us that this was his view for brunch from the Royal Hawaiian Resort. It’s… Read More
2023-11-15 16:07
Perhaps you’ve been to a wine tasting, but have you ever been to a rum tasting? You can do just that in Kauai at Koloa Rum Company. It’s a fun little stop to sample and learn ab… Read More
2023-11-10 17:17
Mahalo to Rudy Pollak for sharing this fantastic shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Rudy took this photo at sunset from Kauai’s Hanalei Bay. Wow, everything about this photo is bea… Read More
2023-11-09 13:55
We’ve been hard at work revising our guide of what to pack for a Hawaii vacation. Most of the content remains the same, but the organization is much improved. You can find the new and… Read More
2023-11-03 12:53
Mahalo to Jen O’Neil for sharing this neat shot for Aloha Friday Photos. Jen snapped this photo from Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki.
How lucky are those two palm trees that g… Read More
2023-11-02 17:45
The devastating wildfires in August continue to have an affect on the island of Maui. Many residents are still understandably grieving and displaced.
This week, all of West Maui, with the o… Read More
2023-10-27 13:16
Mahalo to Dr. Rick Wishart from Winnipeg, Manitoba in Canada for sharing these wonderful Aloha Friday Photos.
Rick and his wife Katherine visited Kauai, Oahu and Maui earlier this year. He… Read More
2023-10-24 17:59
We’ve found these three excellent Hawaii vacation sweepstakes. Apologies to our international readers, but these sweepstakes are limited by the sponsors to U.S. residents.
Island Styl… Read More
2023-10-20 16:32
Mahalo to Angie Stanley for this fantastic Aloha Friday Photo.
Angie took this photo from the Hanalei Valley Lookout on Kauai’s north shore. As you can tell, it’s an amazing vie… Read More
2023-10-17 17:55
The first humpback whale of the season was seen on October 9th off the southwest coast of Kauai! According to The Garden Island newspaper, two different tour boats reported seeing this earl… Read More
2023-10-13 12:54
Mahalo to Marc Lecoq for sharing this gorgeous Aloha Friday Photo with us.
Marc’s photo was taken by the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki. Based on whe… Read More
2023-10-10 17:54
A delightful little church to see while you’re exploring Hawaii (Big) Island is the Painted Church in Captain Cook. In contrast to the rather plain white, rectangular exterior, the in… Read More
2023-10-06 13:52
Mahalo to Klaas-Jan van der Hoek for sharing this Aloha Friday Photo. Klaas-Jan took this Haleakala sunrise photo while visiting Maui in June of 2018.
The summit of the “sleepy”… Read More
2023-10-03 16:52
Photo credit to Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Daeja FallasAs you’re planning your sightseeing for Kauai, you’ll want to add the view of the Menehune Pond in the Hule’ia… Read More
2023-09-29 13:13
Mahalo to Tony Valentino for sharing this neat sunset shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
A couple of weeks ago, on our Facebook page, we asked our followers where’s their favorite… Read More
2023-09-27 13:21
Well, I could hardly believe my eyes when I saw that Hawaiian Airlines has put airfare on sale with one-way fares starting at $62. That’s the lowest fares I’ve seen in since I&r&helli…Read More
2023-09-22 11:25
Mahalo to Uteh Martin for sharing this early morning Waikiki shot from September 1, 2023 with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
From looking at this pre-dawn scene, it reminds us that each new da… Read More
2023-09-18 15:07
In this brief news round up we have some good news and some not-so-good news, depending on how you view it.
Lahaina Banyan Tree Shows Signs of Life
Photo credit to Hawaii Department of Land… Read More
2023-09-15 13:05
Mahalo to Bea Leal for sharing this beautiful shot for Aloha Friday Photos. This photo was just taken on Monday, September 11, 2023. Here’s what Bea said about this scene,
Makena Beac… Read More
2023-09-12 17:47
With thanks to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) for providing these images, we wanted to share some incredible shots from the newest Kilauea eruption. This new eruption started on… Read More
2023-09-11 12:28
New Kilauea Eruption in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Yesterday at approximately 3:15 p.m. Kilauea erupted again at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The eruption is contained within Halema&r&hell…Read More
2023-09-08 11:36
Mahalo to Mae for sending this beautiful photo with us for Aloha Friday Photos. Here’s what Mae shared with us,
“This photo was taken at The Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens in Wailuk… Read More
2023-09-05 19:23
Hawaii’s humpback whale season will be here soon. Thousands of whales migrate to Hawaii to give birth and mate.
Though the peak of the season usually starts in January, some whales ar… Read More
2023-09-01 12:35
Mahalo to Jeff Silvers from Kaunakakai on the Hawaiian Island of Molokai for sharing this Aloha Friday Photo.
Jeff took this sunset shot at the Lantern Launching Ceremony in November 2022… Read More
2023-08-30 16:52
Hawaiian Airlines is encouraging visitors to travel to Maui with fares starting at $82 one-way, which is $164 round-trip.
Here’s a sampling of one-way fares:
Los Angeles to Maui (OGG)… Read More
2023-08-29 17:15
Aloha Festivals Royal Court (2022) Photo by Aloha FestivalsHawaii’s cultural events and festivals are making a comeback for 2023 with several returning after a pandemic break. Checking… Read More
2023-08-25 13:22
Mahalo to Eric for sharing this absolutely stunning shot for Aloha Friday Photos.
Eric’s photo features Byodo-In on the east side of Oahu. He told us that it’s one of his favori… Read More
2023-08-18 15:32
We’ve detected some confusion from the comments about travel to Hawaii after the destructive fires in Lahaina. Let’s try to clear up questions that visitors may have.
Hawaii is… Read More
2023-08-14 17:59
The loss from the Maui wildfires are staggering — lives, homes, businesses, jobs — it’s overwhelming. While Maui is still in the process of firefighting, very little h… Read More
2023-08-11 15:07
Out of grief and respect for Maui, we feel it is inappropriate to publish an Aloha Friday Photo this week. This is only the second time we’ve paused this happy-go-lucky Friday traditio… Read More
2023-08-10 17:51
A side-by-side comparison of the Lahaina Harbor before and after the wildfire.As feared, Lahaina is essentially demolished. It looks more like a war zone that the beautiful, historic town th… Read More
2023-08-09 17:33
Front Street in Lahaina ablaze. Screen capture from video by Alan Dickar.We are so very sad to be sharing this tragic news from Maui. Wildfires and high winds have mixed to create a nightmar… Read More
2023-08-08 16:56
A rainbow above the pines at Kapalua on MauiOne of Hawaii’s nicknames is the Rainbow State and if you’ve ever visited Hawaii, you probably understand why it claims that nickname… Read More
2023-08-04 14:19
Mahalo to Heather Armour from Valparaiso Indiana for sharing these neat sunset shots with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Heather took these sunset photos at the Haleakala Summit on April 22, 2… Read More
2023-07-28 13:38
Mahalo to Dagmara for sharing this striking Aloha Friday Photo with us.
Dagmara’s photo was taken at Maui’s Wai’anapanapa State Park in August 2019. There are lots of plac… Read More
2023-07-26 17:13
* Last week Tropical Storm Calvin passed south of the Hawaiian Islands. It was the first tropical storm of 2023 that’s come close to Hawaii, which resulted in some heavy rain. This ev… Read More
2023-07-21 11:46
Mahalo to Marielle Weddle for sharing this Honolulu rainbow for Aloha Friday Photos. She tells us that she snapped this shot behind the Hilton Hawaiian Village in the Waikiki area of Honolu… Read More
2023-07-19 17:57
When there’s so much to see and do on a Hawaii vacation, one of the last things you want to do is to get a miserable sunburn. The Hawaiian sun is strong due to its proximity to the equ… Read More
2023-07-14 11:47
Mahalo to Jacki Bebb for sharing this Aloha Friday Photo with us. She took this shot from Kihei in February 2018. The soft, muted colors seem like something out of a dream.
Happy Aloha Frid… Read More
2023-07-07 12:41
Mahalo to Noelle DeBoard for this colorful hibiscus shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Hibiscus plants flourish in Hawaii with all sorts of beautiful colors. This two-color bloom in Noel… Read More
2023-06-30 12:55
Mahalo to Amber Howells for this beautiful Aloha Friday Photo.
Amber’s photo shows Byodo-In Temple on the windward, eastside of Oahu. It is an absolutely stunning place to see! The co… Read More
2023-06-28 17:01
Independence Day celebrations in Hawaii are going to be fantastic for 2023! Dazzling fireworks shows are planned on all four of the major Hawaiian Islands.
Let’s island hop around the… Read More
2023-06-23 12:27
Mahalo to Linda Sanders for these two Aloha Friday Photos. She took these photos while visiting Maui’s Haleakala summit in September 2019
It’s a unique experience to witness sun… Read More
2023-06-20 17:18
Polynesian dancer from Fires of Polynesia show at Kings’ Shops in Waikoloa. Photo credit to Maria Morrison Photography.* The Kings’ Shops at Waikoloa Beach Resort on Hawaii (Big)… Read More
2023-06-16 12:54
Mahalo to Gary Hasterok for sharing this neat shot for Aloha Friday Photos. He took this photo near the Kuleana Resort on Maui in August 2013.
Sunsets and tiki torches are two of Hawaii&rsq&helli…Read More
2023-06-13 19:07
I remember the good old days when it was rare for a hotel to charge a resort fees. Now, it’s difficult to find a resort that doesn’t charge a resort fee.
I recall paying our fir… Read More
2023-06-09 10:21
Mahalo to Nancy McFadyen for sharing this great photo with us for Aloha Friday Photos. She took this photo while visiting Maui in October 2021.
Nancy’s photo was taken at Ho’oki… Read More
2023-06-07 17:51
Lava fountains and fissures are scattered across Halema’uma’u crater floor on this first day of the new eruption.Kilauea is erupting again! At 4:44 a.m. Hawaii Time, the USGS Haw… Read More
2023-06-06 17:35
When we think about the popularity of Oahu, it’s difficult to picture an empty beach, but when we’ve visited Papa’iloa Beach, we been the only people there.
This beach is… Read More
2023-06-02 12:34
Mahalo to Dawn Jordan of Starr, South Carolina for sharing these beautiful Aloha Friday Photos. Dawn tells us that she captured this shot at Hanauma Bay. She visited Oahu in November 2018 a… Read More
2023-05-26 12:35
Mahalo to Linda Bewley for sharing this beautiful Aloha Friday Photo with us.
Linda’s photo shows a lantern floating ceremony at Ala Moana Beach Park. Each lantern represents a memory… Read More
2023-05-23 17:26
We’ve been tracking the Hawaii hotel cost data since Hawaii re-opened at the end of March 2022. Now that we’ve had over a year’s worth of data since the reopening, we wante… Read More
2023-05-19 11:37
Mahalo to Marielle Weddle for sharing this relaxing view with us for Aloha Friday Photo.
Marielle’s photo was taken from the lawn by Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon at Hilton Hawaiian Village… Read More
2023-05-16 17:40
There’s a fascinating little trail at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park that many folks seem to miss. The name of this trail is Kipukapuaulu. We’ve also seen this name as two words… Read More
2023-05-12 14:00
Mahalo to Mona Lisa Galicia for sharing this gorgeous sunset shot with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Mona Lisa took this photo in July from Kalama Beach in the Kihei area of Maui. She says, … Read More
2023-05-11 14:42
Dangerous rock falls necessitate repair work off East Maui. Photo by County of MauiLast night, Maui County announced a road closure past Kipahulu in East Maui. Their statement reads as follo… Read More
2023-05-10 12:32
Maui’s Wai’anapanapa State Park has reservation-only access for visitorsIn 2017, we wrote a helpful article listing the benefits of planning and booking activities before your Ha… Read More
2023-05-05 13:24
Mahalo to Karen Slimp for sharing these two gorgeous Molokai aerial shots with us for Aloha Friday Photos.
Karen’s first shot shows a section of Molokai’s southeastern shore. Not… Read More
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