Kīlauea volcano is one of the five volcanoes on Hawaii, the Big Island of Hawaii. Eruptions have been happening there for hundreds of years. The eruption in 2018 has been very serious and long-lasting. My heart goes out to the people of Puna. Timeline for Kīlauea volcano eruption April 21 -27, 2018 the lava lake…
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Honolulu Chinatown a charming afternoon
Honolulu Chinatown is a cultural treasure for the capital city of Hawaii. Chinatown is an exciting blend of the old and new, with amazing food, shopping, and the best neighborhood for leis in the city. People from China came to Hawaii to work on the sugar plantations. Many became merchants as they moved on from…
Haleiwa Beach House fresh North Shore local dining
The Haleiwa Beach House is a recent addition to the North Shore food scene. Hale’iwa is the main town on Oahu’s North Shore and was a favorite retreat of Queen Lili’uokalani. The Beach House is a renovation of the old favorite Jameson’s, not far from the famous Rainbow Bridge over Anahulu stream. The modern, gorgeous…
Mahina and Sun’s Ed Kenney’s Waikiki restaurant
Mahina & Sun’s is Chef Ed Kenney’s casual bistro in Waikiki. Joining his other award-winning restaurants in Kaimuki (Town, Mud Hen Water, Kaimuki Superette), Mahina and Sun’s is on the ground floor of the hip Surfjack Hotel and Swim Club on Lewers Street. Chef Kenney is a strong addition to the world of Hawaii regional…
Hawaii: Big Island overview
The Big Island, Hawaii, is the youngest and largest in Hawaii. I love Hawaii; it’s my happy place. I am excited to share my love of our 50th state. I hope to inspire you to fully learn about and enjoy this Pacific paradise. Hawaii island was formed by five volcanoes: Kohala, Haulalai,and the famous Maunakea,…