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Recently when I was visiting Oahu and staying in an absolutely wonderful Kailua Vacation Rental and still immersed in the wonderful fragrance of the plumeria lei I had been given at the airport, I decide I wanted to learn more about the Hawaiian lei, such a wonderful tradition that made me feel so welcome upon… Continue reading The Hawaiian Lei – A Celebration of Island Flowers
When you think about famous people of the Hawaiian Islands one of the first names that comes to mind is Duke Kahanamoku, also known as “The Duke.” I am thinking of The Duke now as I sit in my wonderful Oahu Hotel overlooking the beaches of Waikiki where the Duke once surfed the ocean waves.… Continue reading Duke Kahanamoku – One of the Most Famous People of Hawaii
When you travel in Hawaii, perhaps staying at Big Island Condo or a KauaiN Vacation Rental, you will likely see the Hawaii State Flag flying over homes and buildings. The Hawaiian flag design is also seen on everything from t-shirts to bumper stickers displaying “Hawaiian pride.” Hawaiian Flag Meaning The Hawaiian flag features red, white,… Continue reading The Hawaiian Flag – How Did the Hawaii State Flag Come To Be and What Does It Mean
Of all the movies that have been filmed on Kauai, some of the most memorable were those starring John Wayne, Elvis Presley, and Frank Sinatra. I think of this as I sit in my Kauai Condo and gaze out over the beauty of the Garden Island. John Wayne was Hollywood’s most popular star when he… Continue reading Movies on Kauai—John Wayne, Elvis Presley, and Frank Sinatra
If you come to Oahu, then one of the most meaningful attractions you could possibly visit is the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor. On my recent visit to the Hawaiian Islands, just as soon as I checked into my Oahu Hotel I headed out for a visit to this revered site. The memorial honors… Continue reading The U.S.S. Arizona Memorial – One of Hawaii’s Most Meaningful Visitor Attractions
Waikiki has something for pretty much everyone with so many restaurants as well as dance clubs, shopping opportunities, parks, and also fast food. Gazing over the world famous resort area of Waikiki from my luxurious Oahu Hotel, I am amazed by the tropical beauty of the beaches and also the excitement of modern Waikiki. Waikiki… Continue reading Modern Waikiki – Beaches and Historic Sites
Recently I was staying in my Princeville Vacation Rental when I noticed just outside my window was a beautiful yellow hibiscus flower. I then recalled that before there was even a Hawaii State Flower, the hibiscus was named the official flower of the Territory of Hawaii by the Legislature in 1923. They didn’t specify any… Continue reading Hawaii’s Official State Flower and Official Island Emblems
As I look down upon Kalakaua Avenue from my Oahu Hotel and take in the wonders of the world’s most famous beach resort area, I wonder about the history of Waikiki. Seeing all of the high end shops and the many hundreds of people sunning on the beach and the swimmers and surfers offshore, it… Continue reading The History of Waikiki
When I travel around the Hawaiian Islands or when I am just enjoying the scenery from the lanai of my Oahu Vacation Rental, I often appreciate the fact that even though I am in a tropical paradise I am still in the United States. This got me thinking about how Hawaii came to be a… Continue reading Hawaiian Statehood – How Hawaii Became Part of the United States
Everyone knows that the islands of Hawaii are truly one of the best places to vacation at almost any time of year. They islands are so beautiful they seem almost magical and dreamy too. They offer you so many things to do and such variety for all types of vacationers too. One thing that you… Continue reading Hawaii Home Rentals for the Hawaii Bowl Event
