Butterflies Over Hawaii

A travel guide to Hawaii wouldn’t be complete without one post on the island’s beaches. With six islands, Hawaii offers a variety of white (and black), sandy beaches and clear, blue oceans for its visitors to enjoy.

Kauai

Whether you’re a wildlife fanatic, or you watch the Travel Channel obsessively, Poipu Beach Park has something for you. According to the Islands of Hawaii website, Poipu is the perfect location to see giant sea turtles, humpback whales, and monk seals (an endangered species). With such views, it’s no wonder why, at one time, it was the Travel Channel’s choice for America’s Best Beach. Continue Reading »

When you think of Hawaii, your mind instantly wanders to beautiful waterfalls and clear, blue water. But Hawaii is also home to a variety of culturally rich museums, such as the Kauai Museum on the island of Kauai.

Located on Rice St., in the town of Lihue, the Museum’s exhibits tell the history of the island. One such exhibit is the Story of Kauai, which is a two floor showcase in the Rice building. A focus on the origins of Kauai, including its natural history and its people, can be found on the first floor. Whereas the second floor contains information on the traders and sugar plantations, with exhibits leading all the way up to World War II. Continue Reading »

Hawaii is home to breathtaking landscapes and a rich cultural history. One way to really experience Hawaiian culture is by attending a luau.

One of the most popular luaus is the Luau Kalamaku, located on the Kilohana sugar plantation. An amazing show, this luau provides cultural activities, varying from crafts to games, and a delicious Hawaiian feast. The show itself tells the story of Hawaiian migration, focusing on “one family’s courageous voyage from Tahiti to Hawaii; a passionate tale of life, love and devotion” (Luau Kalamaku website). The exhilarating performance runs every Tuesday and Friday and isn’t something you’re likely to forget. Adult tickets are $95, teenagers cost $65 and children $45. Continue Reading »

You’ve finally said I do and the wedding was beautiful. But after all that planning, let’s face it. . . you’re ready for the honeymoon. Well, where better than the beautiful Islands of Hawaii? Here’s just a few of the gorgeous, and might we add romantic, accommodations that Hawaii has to offer.

Grand Wailea Resort, Maui

The resort’s Sweetheart Package is perfect for honeymooners. Your 5 day, 4 night stay starts when you walk into a room strewn with flower petals. Other luxuries include a 2 hour spa treatment and fine dining at the hotel’s restaurant, Humuhumunukunukuapu´a. Might we add, the restaurant is on the water, thus, the perfect place to watch the sunset. The package is rather pricey, starting at $1,776, but it’s definitely a honeymoon you’ll never forget. Continue Reading »

Anyone can go to Hawaii, but how many have can say they’ve been underneath it? Instead of merely walking through an ocean exhibit, why not immerse yourself in the ocean with Atlantis Submarine Tours. With four different tours, one in Kona and Maui, and two in Oahu, Atlantis offers an experience as legendary as its name suggests.

Each tour takes guests 100 feet below the water on 48 passenger submarines. Well, except for Oahu which offers a 64 passenger submarine tour.

One expedition is the Kona tour. Kona, which is located on Hawaii’s Big Island, has a 35 minute excursion, exploring the beautiful coral reef which reaches 25ft in length. Continue Reading »