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My Top Five Hawaii Hikes
by Jason Hussong I have become an avid hiker since moving to Colorado, hitting trails anywhere I can find them. Some of the best can be discovered on the Hawaiian Islands; lush rain forests on the sides of volcanic mountains open to pristine beaches looking out on the Pacific Ocean. That is why the Hawaiian [...]
Molokai – A Hawaiian Time Machine
Visiting Molokai is like entering a time machine and journeying to a past Hawaii, where the only crowd is at the Friday night party at Hula Shores Restaurant. Here, the hustle and bustle of more urbanized islands has apparently been banned – in fact, the island’s highest speed limit is a sedate 45 MPH. Getting [...]
Hawaiian Culture: Hula
The historic origins of the hula are as complex and graceful as the dance itself. The mythical stories vary and are specific to each island. Goddess Laka gave birth to the hula in Ka’ana on the island of Molokai where her remains are also buried. On the Big Island, legendary goddess Pele ordered her sisters [...]
Hawaii hotel highlights: What’s new on the islands
When the rest of the world decides it’s time to go back to work, Hawaii throws a month-long party. Truth. The annual Aloha Festivals brings live performances, arts and crafts, traditional costumes and cultural pride to the islands. Not to mention, the biggest block party of the year (Saturday, September 19 at 7 p.m. on [...]
Molokai: The Friendly Isle
The following is a guest post by L.P. “Neenz” Faleafine of Pono Media. Original post can be found here. A population of more than seven thousand people on an island approximately 260 square miles continue the traditions, values, and culture that earned them the appropriate nickname, The Friendly Isle. Inhabited since 650 A.D., Molokai remains [...]
For Discussion! What Makes Your Favorite Island In Hawaii Unique?
Our So Much More Hawaii bloggers are nearing the end of their trip and will be heading to Oahu today for the last leg of their trip. Even though they’ve only had a chance to explore each island for a few days each, they have tried to make the most of those few days to [...]
For Discussion! Three Things A Tourist Must Do Before Leaving Hawaii
Relaxing by the beach. Attending a luau. Visiting a volcano. These are things that seem to come to mind when people think of tourists visiting Hawaii. They have definitely been part of the itinerary for our bloggers during the So Much More Hawaii Tour. However, we’re proud to say that thanks to the help of [...]
The Conscious Traveler
The following is a guest post by Leah Lamb of Current Green. Original post can be found here. Say you’re in Hawaii and you want to tread lightly…it just so happens that I’ve spoken to a lot of people about how to travel green in Hawaii, and learned, as always, that it depends on where [...]
Juicy Drinks From Hawaiian Sun
The following is a guest post by Sheila Scarborough. Originally posted on the Family Travel Logue. One special treat in Hawaii that’s great for kids (and adults) is the Hawaiian Sun line of canned drinks. They are based in Honolulu and have been around since 1952. Products include fruit drinks, teas and diet/lite items, and [...]
For Discussion! It’s Aloha Friday, How Do People Spend Their Weekends In Hawaii?
photo: Auntie K / Flickr / Creative Commons It’s Aloha Friday! Many who have visited the islands as tourists never have the opportunity to experience a typical weekend in Hawaii. For those of you who are residents of the islands or those who frequent the islands on extended stays, we’d love for you to share [...]