As a local, I tend to avoid the frenetic tourism of Waikiki like the plague. One of my favorite ways is by spending the day relaxing on one of the many Windward beaches. I recently wanted a more invigorating form of relaxation so a friend and I decided to try a five-hour guided tour to the Mokes, Lanikai’s twin islands, with a…
By Maria Kanai While you’re at Germaine’s Luau, I highly recommend making a stop at the luau’s gift shop to find special omiyage (gifts) for family and friends back home. If you arrive by 5:30 p.m. at the luau, you have about an hour to enjoy the setting sun and a mai tai from the bar, with plenty of time left to peruse the gift shop. Full of pretty trinkets, cool knick knacks and charming keepsakes, it’s easy to find something you can take home to remember your night. 1. Carved honu (turtle) decorations This caught my husband’s attention right away while we were at the shop. He loved the attention to detail in the wooden carving, giving the turtles a sense of movement. It made an affordable and perfect addition to our home. Currently: on my bookshelf. 2. Tote…
By: Maria Kanai I recently had the opportunity to visit Germaine’s Luau on Oahu with my husband. It was a welcome break from the holiday craziness to enjoy an evening with just the two of us. I’ve been a tourist to Hawaii a few times when I was a child – my father was an avid fan of the ocean and Hawaiian culture – so I’ve attended several luaus before, but this was my first time at Germaine’s. We drove ourselves there, but it seems most people booked through Roberts Hawaii as I saw groups of visitors arriving via the signature green busses. We got there at 5:30 p.m., but the luau didn’t start until around 6:30 p.m. We had plenty to do to kill time though: we had the plumeria package, which meant we had three free alcoholic and…
By Ruth Blum Want to go kayaking but have never been before? Thanks to the friendly staff at Twogood Kayaks, we’ve got you covered! Here are the top ten tips to remember when you head out on one of their exclusive kayaking tours. Tie/strap down all your equipment. You don’t want your snorkeling gear,…
By Maria Kanai Oahu – Christmas Lane, 45-355 to 45-395 Namoku Street Every year, practically all the homes on this street light up for the holidays. Find parking if you’re able to and walk from end to end to see all the fun decorations like Waldo, snowmen, giant penguins and bears, Minions and more. There’s…
Mark your calendar! From hula festivals and ocean sports to live music and entertainment, the long days of summer are the perfect time to take advantage of Oahu’s many outdoor events and activities. Plan your trip now to soak in Hawaii’s warm, balmy weather along with all the culture, sports and music the islands have…
The Big Island – officially named the island of Hawaii – is the largest island in the U.S. and is home to a range of climate zones. It is also the youngest in the island chain and is a favorite vacation destination due to its volcanoes, black sand beaches, and Kona coffee. But did you…
See a whole new side of Waikiki when you set sail from one of our water attractions. Experiences like the Waikiki Ocean Thriller, truly allow you to SEA Hawaii’s open ocean set against the stunning backdrop of Diamond Head. On a boat you can experience a whole new point of view of the islands’ marine…
Trail leading to Kaena Point at Sunset. Photo provided by David Chatsuthiphan of www.UnrealHawaii.com Take a hike. No, we don’t mean get lost – or in the traditional sense anyway. For avid outdoorsmen (and women) a visit to Oahu’s shores means being able to take a climb on the island’s wild side. Here in Hawaii, the islands offer a range of trails for a variety of ability levels – and most (if not all) with views that show visitors (and remind kamaaina of) the islands’ breathtaking land and seascapes. When planning your next trek to Oahu, take a tour of some of these lofty local trails: Diamond Head View of Honolulu from the top of Diamond Head One of the island’s – if not the state’s – most famous and well-recognized landmarks, Diamond Head (or Leahi in Hawaiian), is also…
Happy Aloha Friday! The rain has passed and it is a BEAUTIFUL DAY for our Grand Circle Island Tour! This tour is perfect for a first time visitor or locals to experience all of Oahu! Guest are picked up in Waikiki, then travel from the south east shore to route the North Shore and back! Some Featured Attractions Include: Diamond Head Byodo-In Temple* Nuuanu Pali Lookout* North Shore surfing beaches Exclusive Kahala Estates Waimea Bay Hanauma Bay* (closed Tuesdays) Pineapple Fields Chinaman’s Hat Mormon Temple Halona “Blow Hole” lookout* *Denotes tour stops Check out some of our twitter fans @toomuchinthewww, @logieo, @Kyleepuu, and @mikemouse tweeting around the island! Thanks everyone for taking photos and we are glad you enjoyed the tour! We want to hear from you! Tweet us on Twitter @RobertsHawaii. For more information on this tour, please visit: www.robertshawaii.com/sightseeing-attractions/oahu-circle-island.php…