The Journey Up Mount Haleakala
Monday, June 22, 2009
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel through five different climate zones within an hour? Probably not, but you have to admit it sounds pretty cool. Take a trip from sea level to the 10,000 foot summit of Mount Haleakala (House of the Sun) for an unforgettable journey through ever-changing environments. A friend described the trip by stating, “Once you reach the top, you’ll see God,” but I think I saw...
Getting to Know Hawaii
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
I would like to shed a light on some misconceptions people have about Hawaii. If it’s your first time traveling to the islands, you may have preconceived notions — like the idea of bridges connecting the islands or the belief that the Big Island is the most populated. When most people imagine a tropical island, they tend to picture a Castaway-sized island with Tom Hanks roaming around picking up FedEx boxes. The Hawaiian islands...
Big Island: 5 Must-Know Things About Waimea
Monday, May 4, 2009
These are the horses in your neighborhood. Waimea, Big Island If you’ve ever driven from Kona to Hilo or Hilo to Kona, you’ve most likely passed through Waimea. It’s a small picturesque town perched 2,500+ ft. up among the alpine trees and grasslands between Mauna Kea and the Kohala Mountains. Just ask anyone who’s spent some time here and they’ll tell you Waimea is one of the most beautiful and eclectic places...
Surfing Tips for Beginners
Friday, April 10, 2009
Millions of people can’t be wrong. Surfing is a blast! It’s a magical feeling to glide across the surface of the ocean. It’s fun, relaxing and healthy. The benefits far outweigh any potential risks. Don’t worry, there’s a much higher chance of winning the lottery than being eaten by a shark. With all that surfing has going for it, it’s no wonder so many people are flocking to the waves for the first time....
The Road To Hana
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Or as I like to call it, The Highway To Hell. Hana is located on the far east side of Maui. Unless you want to take your chances on the back road, there’s really only one way in and one way out of this place. The highway winds in and out of the valley’s along the cliffs of Maui. With over 600 curves and 54 bridges, it has to be one of the most winding roads on the planet. It’s really a marvel of engineering that somebody...
Weekly Top 10
Top 10 Beaches on Oahu
Oahu has tons of beautiful coastline and arguably the best surf in the world. It was difficult narrowing it down to only 10 beaches on the island, but we managed to select an eclectic group of beautiful beaches from all corners of Oahu.
Locally Recommended
Hale Macrobiotic Vegan Cuisine
Organic. Macrobiotic. Vegan. Just when you get use to hearing about one new thing, other food trends start to pop up. As diverse as Hawaii’s food can be, there are still some things which are just starting to make their way into the scene. Hale...
Featured Gear
MoFlow Hydration System
Selected as being among the Best of 2008 Adventure Gear by National Geographic Adventure Magazine, the MOFLOW (more flow) system will drastically improve your outdoor drinking experience. Say goodbye to the days of having...
Discover
Hiking the Kahana Valley Nakoa Trail
While there are no glorious waterfalls on this valley hike, the main attractions are solitude, dense jungle and crossing the large Kahana stream. The Kahana Valley (or Nakoa) trail is a relatively short, but moderately difficult loop trail...
The Local Spotlight
The Bark Park
If you’re searching for an off-leash dog park in the Honolulu area, look no further than the Bark Park. The park is located here, near the entrance to the Diamond Head state monument. It’s a great place to unwind while your dogs socialize and exercise. The park is entirely maintained by volunteers. They do an excellent job of cleaning the park and keeping the peace. There is a great crowd of (mostly)...
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