Hawaii

Pros: very friendly, open, engaging culture
Cons: minor culture shock

Hawaii is the Aloha State, the flight attendant tells you "Aloha" when you get on the plane - and again when you leave, the tourist authority extolls the constant presence of Aloha throughout the islands ... but what is Aloha? Well,...

Pros: large open area, no development
Cons: large open area, no development

The Puna district is often referred to as the wild west by residents here. It is all the land from just above Hilo to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and all the land south of that. It is an area bigger than the island of Oahu with a population...

Pros: This was the best Vacation ever! Night Dive with Manta Rays on The Big Island.
Cons: Mauna Lani was a bit of a disappointment.

HAWAII 2004 What we did and what we recommend you do when you visit the Islands of HAWAII. For our nicer viewing webpage with the same content and other Itineraries go here: http://www.jheary.com/itinerar y/hawaii.htm HONEYMOON – Ahhhhh, ...

Pros: the many choices of islands
Cons: the many choices of islands

There are 7 major Hawaiian islands; in no particular order they are 'Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Hawaii, Molokai, Lanai, and Niihau'. All the Hawaiian Islands together comprise the state of Hawaii. These islands are all similar in that they are volcanic in...

Pros: Orgasm for your taste buds.
Cons: Calories.

This is an opinion on Hawaiian ice cream. If you're going to Hawaii (or if you live in California), you must try Lappert's ice cream!

Lappert's is made in a factory in Hanapepe on the western side of Kauai. When you're flying to the Hawaiian...

Pros: Beautiful language
Cons: Unfortunately, it's disappearing ...

Going to Hawai'i? Well, you probably already know aloha (hello or goodbye or an expression of love) and mahalo ... but here are 15 addition words or phrases that'll help you sound more like a kamaaina (or old-timer). First, some...

Pros: The Beauty
Cons: Cost

On the main islands there are national parks, historic places, and about one hundred state
parks.

The main islands are alike in many ways. They all have beautiful scenery and many places
where you can swim on beaches of coral...

Pros: you are in control, inexpensive, easy, easy to find
Cons: can be dangerous in some conditions, can wear you out

Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

The dictionary's definition of a kayak is
A watertight Eskimo canoe consisting of a light wooden frame completely covered with skins except for a single or double opening in the...

Pros: Fascinating
Cons: There are hazards--be informed!

Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

Having lived near the sea most of my life, and being an avid snorkeler and kayaker, I thought I’d share a few tips to stay safe in the water--I’ve learned a few of these the hard way....

Pros: Has that postcard feeling!
Cons: When you have to go home!

Can't decide which island(s) to visit? There are definite things to consider. I can help you with information from two of the islands; Oahu and Kauai.

First of all, you have to decide which kind of traveler you are: Budget? Luxury?...

Pros: beauty, bargains, everything!
Cons: nada

OAHU
This is THE island for the budget conscious traveler! There are so many things to do for little or no cost, and you do not have to spend all of your money on a hotel, which you only use at night anyway.

AS...

Pros: has that postcard feeling
Cons: nothing

Can't decide which island(s) to visit? There are definite things to consider. I can help you with information from two of the islands; Oahu and Kauai.

First of all, you have to decide which kind of traveler you are: Budget? Luxury?...

Pros: pretty easy to see whales
Cons: none

Hawaiian waters are full of whales all year long. The humpback whales only migrate here from December through May but pilot whales, sperm whales, false killer whales, pygmy killer whales, beaked whales, and melon headed whales are always around. You...

Pros: Awesome destination
Cons: Expensive

I bet you think I am crazy. Well, it may not be totally free, but the big ticket items can easily be had free if you have a little flexibility as well as some frequent flyer miles and hotel stay points.

While working on setting up an upcoming...

Pros: the safety-mindedness of the crew, the great site and boat
Cons: can't think of any (it is kind of pricey - but worth it)

The Fair Wind Boat Tour to Kealakekua Bay is one of the best places to spend your money while on the Big Island of Hawaii. It costs me about $75 for the morning tour since I am a resident but will probably cost visitors about $100 a person (less for the...