January 24, 2023
Riding the swells of the great Pacific tucked away safely in a POWERED RIGID-HULL INFLATABLE BOAT is an experience that puts a whole new perspective on an adventure at sea. Commonly called OCEAN RAFTS, these stable, high-performance boats resemble rescue…
January 24, 2023
Legends about SURFING are found in the earliest stories of ancient Hawai‘i. Around A.D. 400, a form of BELLYBOARDING on small, wooden planks was introduced. Later, Tahitian explorers brought their tradition of riding waves with canoes. The Hawaiians merged the…
January 24, 2023
As you can imagine, with an island as big as Hawai‘i Island, there are a few hiking trails to explore. The MAKA‘ULA-‘O‘OMA TRACT traverses the Honua‘ula Forest Reserve, offering the chance to hike through a lush ‘ōhi‘a and hāpu‘u tree…
January 24, 2023
YOGA is known for its relaxing and centering qualities. Beaches are hailed as a place to escape and rejuvenate. Hawai‘i is a destination renowned for its luxury and leisure. Why not combine all three for the ultimate tranquil getaway? If…
January 24, 2023
Hawai‘i is a HEALING PLACE, and not just because of the soothing sounds of waves crashing on the shore or the warmth of the sun on your skin. Its culture traditionally stresses the importance of healing body and spirit, with…
January 24, 2023
There’s little else that says “Hawai‘i” better than a flower LEI — this GARLAND OF FLOWERS that is given upon greeting guests is a fragrant symbol of aloha . Lei can be as simple as a chain-like string of perfumed…
January 24, 2023
HORSEBACK RIDING is unquestionably one of Hawai‘i Island’s premier attractions. The island’s diverse terrain, eye-popping vistas and wealth of working cattle ranches make it an exciting location for horseback adventures. Situated on Kohala Mountain within Ponoholo Ranch, PANIOLO ADVENTURES (panioloadventures.com)…
January 24, 2023
WHITE-, BLACK- and even GREEN- SAND BEACHES abound along Hawai‘i Island’s 266-MILE COASTLINE. Check out some of these popular spots: KAUNA‘OA BEACH: At Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, this beach was named one of Travel + Leisure ’s Best Beaches in…
January 24, 2023
SNORKELING Big Island’s crystal-clear waters is an easy way to spot marine life. KEALAKEKUA BAY, an UNDER- WATER MARINE PRESERVE that is a resting area for dolphins and the site of the Captain Cook Monument, is a popular destination. So…
January 24, 2023
LU-‘AU Loosely translated, a LŪ‘AU IS A BIG FEAST with a lot of singing, dancing and fun. Lū‘au often feature homegrown ENTERTAINMENT, complete with traditional hula and POLYNESIAN FESTIVITIES. Served with a main course of kālua pig — tender, shredded…
January 24, 2023
While the hike to ‘AKAKA FALLS takes less than half an hour, the view — which attracts an estimated one million visitors a year — and fun you will experience along the way make this destination a worthwhile excursion. Start…
January 24, 2023
Anyone who climbs aboard a vessel this time of the year and heads for the open ocean off Hawai‘i Island can expect to see HUMPBACK WHALES. There are so many of them that most boat companies don’t hesitate to guarantee…