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Finding a Sunny Place of Refuge on Hawaii’s Big Island
“We need to go to the Place of Refuge today.” That was the thought that woke me on the first full day of our recent Big Island visit. We’ve been to Puuhonau o Honaunau National Historical Park , commonly known as the Place of Refuge, on two other trips and we didn’t have plans to return on this visit, but for some reason, we were drawn back to Puuhonau o Honaunau. Oh, I’m so glad we were as we enjoyed a sunny, peaceful morning. On previous visits to the Place of Refuge, the skies were a bit overcast. On this recent visit, the skies were wonderfully sunny – making this historic spot so vibrant. I want to share this morning visit with photos. – – – To conclude our visit to Puuhonua o Honaunau, we admired a honu (Hawaiian sea turtle) resting on the shore. As you can see, that awakening thought that we needed to go to the Place of Refuge resulted in a sunny reward. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Mahalo to You
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
With tomorrow being Thanksgiving Day in the U.S., I wanted to thank you for reading Go Visit Hawaii. Mahalo and Happy Thanksgiving! © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...4 Favorite Places for a Sunset Drink in Waikiki
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Golden Waikiki Sunset from House Without A Key Watching sunset with a refreshing tropical drink in hand is a relaxing way to end a day in Waikiki Beach. After many trips to Waikiki, we definitely have some favorite spots that we’d like to share with you. Whether you like to sip on a tropical cocktail or mocktail , we recommend these top Waikiki spots: Our favorite place is Halekulani’s House Without A Key . We love their live Hawaiian music combined with exceptionally graceful hula dancers The ocean front setting and sunset views are outstanding. A cocktail will set you back about $12 or $13 each, if I remember correctly, but the free entertainment and homemade potato chips definitely make the cost worth it . As long as your budget allows, I would say that having sunset drinks at House Without A Key is a must do on your Waikiki vacation. Entertainment begins at 5:30 so aim to arrive then or a little bit earlier to grab an outdoor seat near the band. The atmosphere is upscale here. Silhouette of Hawaiian Musicians at House Without A Key The Ocean House Restaurant at Outrigger Reef on the Beach offers a quiet ocean front spot for a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. There’s no entertainment so it’s easier to enjoy conversation along with the ocean and Diamond Head views. If you wanted to move from drinks into dinner or pupus (appetizers), the food is fairly good here too. Arrive around 5pm or shortly after for the oceanfront tables. Tropical Drinks from The Ocean House Though not technically on the beach, Tiki’s at Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel offers great ocean and sunset views from its elevated level. There’s also palm trees in the view that can add a bit more interest to your sunset photos. Tiki’s also provides live music adding to this lively and casual atmosphere. One of Andy's Award-Winning Sunset Photos Taken from Tiki's Duke’s Waikiki at the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach offers entertainment and wonderful ocean front view. The atmosphere is casual and a little more lively compared to House Without A Key. So these are my four favorite places so far . How about you? Where’s the top place you like to go for a sunset drink in Waikiki? © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...4 Favorite Places for a Sunset Drink in Waikiki
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Golden Waikiki Sunset from House Without A Key Watching sunset with a refreshing tropical drink in hand is a relaxing way to end a day in Waikiki Beach. After many trips to Waikiki, we definitely have some favorite spots that we’d like to share with you. Whether you like to sip on a tropical cocktail or mocktail , we recommend these top Waikiki spots: Our favorite place is Halekulani’s House Without A Key . We love their live Hawaiian music combined with exceptionally graceful hula dancers The ocean front setting and sunset views are outstanding. A cocktail will set you back about $12 or $13 each, if I remember correctly, but the free entertainment and homemade potato chips definitely make the cost worth it . As long as your budget allows, I would say that having sunset drinks at House Without A Key is a must do on your Waikiki vacation. Entertainment begins at 5:30 so aim to arrive then or a little bit earlier to grab an outdoor seat near the band. The atmosphere is upscale here. Silhouette of Hawaiian Musicians at House Without A Key The Ocean House Restaurant at Outrigger Reef on the Beach offers a quiet ocean front spot for a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. There’s no entertainment so it’s easier to enjoy conversation along with the ocean and Diamond Head views. If you wanted to move from drinks into dinner or pupus (appetizers), the food is fairly good here too. Arrive around 5pm or shortly after for the oceanfront tables. Tropical Drinks from The Ocean House Though not technically on the beach, Tiki’s at Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel offers great ocean and sunset views from its elevated level. There’s also palm trees in the view that can add a bit more interest to your sunset photos. Tiki’s also provides live music adding to this lively and casual atmosphere. One of Andy's Award-Winning Sunset Photos Taken from Tiki's Duke’s Waikiki at the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach offers entertainment and wonderful ocean front view. The atmosphere is casual and a little more lively compared to House Without A Key. So these are my four favorite places so far . How about you? Where’s the top place you like to go for a sunset drink in Waikiki? © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Follow the Pipiwai Trail to Waimoku Falls
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
If your time and fitness level permits when you’re exploring Maui’s famous road to Hana , I recommend hiking the Pipiwai Trail. This four-mile round-trip hike leads you past streams and a bamboo forest to the base of a towering waterfall. Just to give you an idea of what the trail is like, I want to show you some scenes from the trail. As you can see from the following photo, the terrain can be very uneven and even muddy with rain. You should definitely wear footwear that’s designed for hiking. About a half mile into the trail, you’ll see a large banyan tree. Further along, you’ll cross a bridge that takes you into a thick bamboo forest. You’ll be thankful for the smooth, clean boardwalk through the bamboo forest. Then, finally, your two-mile effort rewards you with a view of the 400 foot (or more) Waimoku Falls. Waimoku waterfall is so tall, that it’s hard for photos to do it justice. I took this 18-second video of it to help give you a better idea of how impressive it is. (Email subscribers: click here to watch the Waimoku Falls video .) Here’s what to know before you go: You pick up the trail head from the parking lot at the Kipahulu region of Haleakala National Park . A parking fee of $10 per car is required. If you have or will be visiting the summit of Haleakala Park, keep your permit. It’s valid for three days at both sections Haleakala National Park. Before beginning the trail, look up towards the mountain. If you see rain or heavy clouds, stop into the visitors center at the bottom of the parking lot and ask if they advise hiking to Waimoku Falls. Do not attempt to cross flooded streams. (I’ll write more about this later, but it is shocking how quickly streams can flood and become dangerous.) Obey the signs at the base of the waterfall and do not get too close. Do NOT attempt to swim at Waimoku Falls. Plan between 2 to 2.5 hours round-trip to hike the Pipiwai Trail Do yourself a favor and wear proper hiking footwear that you won’t mind getting muddy or wet. Though there are bridges over most streams, you will have to cross in a stream to get to the Waimoku Falls view. Stay on the trail. Bring water. Bring/wear mosquito repellant. See other photos from our hike on the Pipiwai Trail. Have you hiked the Pipiwai Trail? How was your experience? © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Seeing What a Difference Polarized Sunglasses Make
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
I highly recommend you have polarized sunglasses for your Hawaii vacation . I like to say that seeing Hawaii through polarized sunglasses is like seeing Hawaii in high definition. To illustrate what a difference polarized glasses make, I want to show you a couple of photos that were taken from basically the same spot with iPhones. Andy took the first photo by holding his polarized sunglasses over the lens of his iPhone. I took this next photo within feet of same spot with my iPhone. The only difference was I didn’t hold my polarized sunglasses over my lens. Well, there was that difference and the fact that I didn’t have my horizon straight, but you know what I mean. They’re both good photos, but as you can see with the polarized version, the colors are much more vibrant. You can also see more of what’s in the water. Do you use polarized sunglasses on your Hawaii vacations? © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Aloha Friday Photo: Bea-u-tiful Edition
Friday, September 23, 2011
What a bea-u-tiful photo of a bea-u-tiful flower on a bea-u-tiful Hawaii day! Mahalo nui loa to Fidel de la Merced for sharing his bird of paradise photo with us from his Maui vacation in May. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Interesting Signs in Hawaii
Monday, September 19, 2011
A few years ago, I published a series of unique signs of Hawaii. As we have thousands more readers now, I thought we’d take a look back at all those signs together. Plus, I’ll add a couple more bonus photos I’ve captured since that series. First up, we have a very Hawaii-specific sign – the Nene Crossing warning sign. The Nene is Hawaii’s state bird . Kris Nelson shared his photo of this turtle crossing sign from the Maui Ocean Center. From the next photo in our sign series , it seems that you really do need to keep an eye out for animals in the road – even invisible ones. As this lava-engulfed sign indicates, you really must be careful where you park in Hawaii. When they say no parking, they mean it. The Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau uses the following sign design to highlight historic or culturally significant sites. Though a Road Narrows sign is not unusual to see on the US Mainland, a moss covered one does make it unique. We took this photo in the jungle-like setting at the Manoa Falls trailhead. This next sign is a reminder that you need to be careful under palm trees. Consider that when you’re looking for a parking space. My friend, Kris Nelson, shared another photo. This one is a reminder of how far away Hawaii is from other major cities . Where else would you see a poi sign other than Hawaii? Kris Bordessa shared this photo with us in the series. Hawaii’s beach safety warning signs reminds us how important it is to be careful in the ocean . This next sign tells us it’s time for shave ice . This next shot is from the scenic road to Hana. Individually, these signs aren’t particularly unique, but the fact that there’s so many indicates that you really need to pay attention as you drive on this winding road. To complete this little photo essay in interesting Hawaii signs, I want to share my favorite. This sign sits above a toilet in the ladies room at the Haleakala National Park visitors center. I literally laughed out loud when I walked into the stall and read this sign. Who drinks water out of a toilet? I hope you’ve enjoyed this slightly informative, but mostly amusing look at signs from Hawaii. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
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Monday, September 5, 2011
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Continue reading...Magnetic Peak at Maui’s Haleakala National Park
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Magnetic Peak is a cinder cone near the summit of Haleakala National Park . This peak gets its name from its mild magnetic field caused by the iron-rich cinders. The field is actually strong enough to deflect a compass needle . You can see Magnetic Peak by visiting the summit of Haleakala. I recommend you plan your visit to see sunrise at Haleakala . After sunrise, notice that Magnetic Peak looks reddish in color. That’s also caused by the high iron content We’re on facebook! Please click here to join us. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
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