The sun is melting your brow. It’s hot. It’s sweaty. Even the refreshing moment of a dip in the ocean disappear when you think of the effort required to get there (not to mention getting sand in your bathing suit). Only two words can save you from a sweltering summer… read more »

They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Beaches in Hawaii are known for their pristine and natural beauty. Hawaii beaches always rank in the Top 10 Best Beaches list. Beauty is not all you'll find on some beaches. Danger lurks nearby. Here’s the most dangerous beaches in paradise… read more »

Explore Lahaina, Maui. If you like shopping for t-shirts. Front Street is where life begins in Lahaina. The city is more often known as a whaler port that became a T-Shirt and Art Gallery magnet. Tourist goodies and historical references aside, Lahaina is a remarkable journey. Assuming… read more »

Kauai is my topic of thought for the day, but I’ll yield in favor of the thoughts of Spanish galleons sailing into Honolulu Harbor a century or two before Captain Cook managed to sail into Hawaiian waters. read more »

Hawaii has probably more outdoor activities than any other island in paradise that begins with “H” and uses the American dollar as currency (that saves me a lot of fact checking time). Some activities are fun. Some are not. Here’s one that's both… read more »

If you could take all the other islands in Hawaii and squeeze them together, they’d fit inside the Big Island and there’d be room left over. That’s how big the Big Island is. If you really want to see the Big Island there’s only two ways—up close and personal; on foot—and via helicopter. read more »

Hawaii is known for a varied cuisine with an Asian heritage that goes back over 100 years. Japanese, Chinese (all varieties), Korean, Filipino. Wait. There’s more. Hawaiian, Indian. Portuguese. French. Italian. Sometimes, all on the same menu. read more »

Honolulu is a bit like any American metropolis. Despite the beaches, palm trees, and perfect weather, there’s traffic, congestion, high rent. Did we mention the crowds? East of Honolulu is East Honolulu. Here’s why it’s a whole different world out there. read more »

Tourists and locals alike have worn a well trodden path to the major and minor shopping locations on Oahu. Ala Moana Center. Pearlridge Center. Windward Mall. Sam’s Club. Costco. Here’s my list of the best off the beaten path… read more »