Whale watching season is here! Wintertime is a busy season in Hawaii, and most tourists and guests come to the island to escape the cold and get some sunshine. But they are not the only visitors here this time of the year. Humpback whales make their annual journey to Hawaii between November and April,…

Most people have no idea that this fascinating park on the Big Island even exists. Located on the grounds of the Mauna Lani megaresort, Kalāhuipua’a is a charming area with petroglyphs, lava tube dwellings, and extensive fishponds from ancient times. If you are staying in one of the Kohala Coast resorts, this is a place…

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and this time of year can give us that warm, fuzzy feeling when we spend time feeling thankful for the things in our lives and talking about gratitude. But are thankfulness and gratitude the same thing? The definition of the word thankful is “pleased and relieved.” Both of those…

Living in the COVID era, we are getting used to the unexpected. Just as you think that things are finally getting back to normal, something happens that makes all your hopes go out the window. That occurred on Aug. 23 when Hawaii governor David Ige asked travelers to stay away from Hawaii during a spike…

You may have already heard that Hawaii’s famous volcano, Kilauea, is erupting again. The new eruption started on September 29 and is still ongoing as of the time of writing this post. Like the prior eruption in December 2020, this recent activity is confined within the volcano’s Halema’uma’u crater, so there is no danger to…

There is something about Hawaii that keeps you want to come back again and again once you visit it. If you ever vacationed here, on the islands, you know the feeling. Maybe it’s the smell of the air, saturated with flower scent, superb tropical climate, or a sense of peace and tranquility that people find…

People usually like to visit Hawaii when the weather is lousy elsewhere, particularly in the winter months. But experienced travelers know that the best time to come here is in the Fall, September, and October. This period is called shoulder season in Hawaii, which is the time of year between peak and off-seasons. Why is…

Once you step off the airplane in Hawaii, the first thing you notice is that the air smells differently. This, in part, is because there are so many flowers here. Everywhere you look, there seems to be a splash of color and something in bloom. A mild soothing fragrance and bright colors give Hawaiian flowers…

The Big Island of Hawaii is so unique in so many ways. It is the youngest of all Hawaiian Islands; it has 11 of the 13 world climate zones, an active volcano, pristine land, you name it. What truly sets the island apart is that besides the usual blue ocean and beautiful beaches, it offers…

Hawaii is well-known for its perfect climate. Each island has a section where tropical heat meets humidity. This year-round warmth and moisture collision is a recipe for life, and most plants thrive in Hawaii. This outrageous ability for growth allows the Hawaiian islands to produce a myriad of tropical fruits, some of which you may…

The Big Island is an outdoor paradise for hikers. The low population density, miles and miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, and many different climate zones make hiking one of our favorite pastimes on the island. 11 out of 13 climate zones worldwide are represented on the Big Island, which means that you can see a…

The summer is here, and that is the time when you can truly enjoy going to the beach. The ocean is calm and warm during the summer months, the trade winds are gone, and it gets warmer earlier in the day. That means you can hit the beach early in the morning and enjoy being…

If you are visiting Big Island for the first time, or if you have been here before but never ventured out to the Eastside, this is a good reason to do so. One of the most popular attractions, the Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden, has reopened to visitors after being closed for almost a year….

After a year of COVID restrictions, there is a light on the end of the tunnel for Hawaii tourism. The island is getting busy, and life is coming back to normal. If you visited the island before, you may know that life is slow here, but some recent changes may surprise you and even catch…

Known as “Hawaii’s Island of Adventure”, the Big Island of Hawaii offers a variety of places to explore, including some of Hawaii’s most incredible natural wonders and historic sites. No other island gives you a place to swim with manta rays, horseback ride, and whale watch, all on the same visit. No other island lets…

The Big Island is a place with incredible natural beauty and rich cultural history. It is also home to a myriad of parks, beaches, and recreation areas, offering plenty of opportunities to distance and be away from the crowds. If you want to spend some quality time on the island outside of the resorts, check…

Maybe one of your New Year’s resolutions was to travel more. Or maybe it was to save more money. Well, we believe you can do both. Here are our top 5 Hawaii vacation homes that are both beautiful – and in the budget. Front-row seat for sunsets and whalewatching This spacious, luxurious ground-floor unit is…

We think there’s no better way to end a day of exploring Hawaii island or basking on the beach than with a cold beverage and delicious meal while watching the sun sink into the sea. Here are our top 5 favorite places to enjoy a sea-view supper and spectacular sunset view, on any budget. 1….

When you’re dreaming about a relaxing, tropical vacation, the last things on your mind should be navigating maps, dealing with traffic, finding parking spots and looking for gas stations. So here are five of our favorite vacation homes where you can walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and hiking trails, and enjoy a carefree vacation –…

Here we are at the end of January, when the temps are right around 80 and the skies are blue and sunny nearly every day in Waikoloa, on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island. Understandably, it’s a popular time to visit Hawaii, but if you’re ready to trade cold temps for a cold drink,…

With cold temps and winter storms in many places, we here on the Big Island of Hawaii are especially thankful for our bright blue skies and comfortable 80-degree days. If you are in need of a healthy dose of vitamin D, here are five of our favorite vacation homes where you can sit back, relax…

We love the holiday season here in Hawaii. While this is a wonderful time of family and friends and joy and gratefulness, the holidays can also be a time of stress, with all the activities and to-do lists. If you need a reprieve from the madness – during the holidays or anytime throughout the year…

Hau’oli Lā Ho’omaika’i (Happy Thanksgiving)! We love this time of year. Not only is the temperature perfect, with plenty of blue skies and sunshine, but it is also a time dedicated to remembering all that we have to be thankful for, and expressing that gratitude to those around us. Many people already know that “Mahalo”…

If spending the day on the green is your idea of a perfect vacation, then check out our top 5 Big Island vacation homes, perfect for your next golf getaway. Vista Waikoloa G104 [av_horizontal_gallery ids=’4519,4518,4520,4517,4521′ height=’40’ size=’large’ links=’active’ lightbox_text=” link_dest=” gap=’large’ active=” initial=” control_layout=’av-control-minimal av-control-minimal-light’ id=” av_uid=’av-91uuiy’ custom_class=”][/av_horizontal_gallery] You can’t get much closer to the…