Communities in Hawaii are unique. Some familiar ones that I can think of are hiking groups and running groups. Although these may be common in many other places as well, they are very popular here because of the active lifestyle in the islands. Other...

Here are our top 5 free things to do in Hawaii! Free thing to do in Hawaii #1: Go to the beach! If you're gonna live in Hawaii, you got to go to the beach! Beaches in Hawaii are considered public property, hence you don't need to pay to enter/park...

The free things to do sure are fun, but the paid things to do in Hawaii are still recommended Paid thing to do in Hawaii #1: Whale tour Dolphin and whale tours are very popular in the islands. During the winter and spring seasons, you'll see a lot...

Where can you get the best acai bowls in Hawaii on the Island of Oahu? In addition to amazing views and beaches and a plethora of outdoor adventures, Hawaii's fruit bowl venues are some of the best. Acai bowls are also popular on the west coast in California...

My favorite meal in the entire world is a good, hearty burrito. I love burritos so much and so does my boyfriend. Now that I'm in college I go to burrito places like Chipotle and Qdoba. Chipotle has got some of the best ingredients I can find and their...

The best Hawaii dishes and food are easy and plentiful to find on island. That's one of my favorite parts about going home for winter and summer breaks - the food. I try to get a little bit of everything each time I go home and stock up on some of my...

The biggest surf mural in the world is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. It's in Kalihi and is very easy to access. The mural was revealed in late 2013 and has yet to be championed by another surf mural as the biggest. It's about 5 stories tall and takes up...

What's a great breakfast place in Oahu? People love breakfast, and everyone loves brunch!  My favorite weekend morning plans are a morning hike and then brunch with friends after.  There are some great breakfast restaurants and signature breakfast foods o...

Hawaii lends itself to exercise of all kinds. Running, hiking mountain trails, hashing with the hash house harriers, ultra-running, indoor volleyball, beach volleyball, snorkeling, swimming, surfing, bodyboarding, bodysurfing, windsurfing, paragliding,...

Links to our extensive articles about golfing on the major Hawaii Islands including maps, charts, video, images: Big Island Maui Oahu Kauai Molokai and Lanai  

Golfing on the Big Island of Hawaii is some of the best in the world. Big Island is the number one destination in Hawaii for enthusiasts in this sport. Some of the most beautiful courses on the planet are to be found here, and anyone who loves golf should...

Playing golf on Maui is sure to be an unforgettable and almost surreal experience. Some of the most prestigious courses in the world are to be found here, and it just sounds impressive to say you have played golf on this Hawaiian Island paradise, doesn't...

Golfing on Oahu is about what you'd expect - awesome. One of the most impressive things about golf on Oahu is that there are just so many courses to choose from. There is a course and an activity to suit every budget, and it is possible to play a round...

Golf on Kauai Kauai is a great choice of destination for golf lovers who want to experience playing a few rounds of golf on a tropical island. The more exclusive golf courses can be quite expensive, but it is possible to hit some balls here for as little...

Golfing on Molokai and Lanai There is a sense of exclusivity when you arrive on either of these two islands because you are off the beaten track. You can expect a friendly welcome and the chance to enjoy some amazing scenery while playing golf in this...

If you haven't been snorkeling in Hawaii, there are some excellent spots to go - some of them off the well beaten trail. Frequent and expert snorkelers consider Hawaii to have some of the absolute best water in the world for seeing marine animals and...

Some of the most visited attractions on the Hawaiian islands:

Sacred Falls State Park (Waterfall Hike) One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Hawaii is located at a small, closed park called Sacred Falls State Park, on the northeast side of Oahu in Hau'ula, past Kaneohe going north and west up the Kamehameha...

Some of Hawaii's best, most visited beaches - along with some that are usually empty and you'll have the entire beach to yourself!

Bodysurfing Makapuu Beach will stir you to your soul Surfing and bodysurfing are two of the most iconic sports representing Hawaii. Bodysurfing Makapuu Beach is even more iconic. It's a great workout and a lot of fun when you're with friends. If you've...

Surfing is an iconic part of Hawaii's facade and that's why bodysurfing Sherwoods Beach Oahu is so much fun. Everyone knows that the best surfing in the world is done in Hawaii where you can surf all year long in warm water, big waves and beautiful scenery....

There are cautions at beaches in Hawaii, even though long sandy shores seem harmless and easy. Rough surf and undertows can take a person by surprise and unexpectedly drag them out; fighting a current is futile so you need to know these things before...

Nothing beats watching Hawaiian sunsets! Hawaii is known for a lot of things, like our beautiful beaches and scenery, and especially our gorgeous Hawaiian sunsets. Dusk is a special time in Hawaii because temperatures only drop 5 degrees so you're not...

A picnic at Cromwells Oahu is an awesome idea because Cromwells is an awesome beach. I spent about a third of my summer there this past summer and continue to spend a lot of time there. It's a great beach that usually has good parking. It doesn't have...

The North Shore of O'ahu is one of the most iconic places in the world. Surfers from across the globe flock to Pipeline during the winter months for big swells. Hawaii's "winter" isn't really a winter if you look at our average temperatures. The coldest...

Sun exposure in Hawaii is not a joke. Visitors to the islands suffer from painful sunburns on the first day of their vacation and it can make the rest of the week unpleasant. Sunscreen is important! Sun Exposure in Hawaii Means Direct Sunlight We all...

"Sandy Beach on Oahu's Southeast shore is the Most Dangerous Beach in Hawaii!" Some friends and I, including a girl that I wanted to date (and impress) packed into the Jeep Wrangler and headed out to the beach. "Where do you want to go?" I screamed...

What Makes Diamond Head Beach Great Reason #1: Secluded Beach Diamond Head beach is relatively secluded compared to most beaches in the area.  That Kahala area has a lot of attractions and residential areas, so it can be congested during peak tourist ...

Cromwells is Centrally Located The beach is close to places like Kahala Mall, Waikiki and some popular eateries. It is centrally located to these places that make it a hot spot beach to go to. This is one reason why locals love Cromwells Beach. One...

Snorkeling is one of our favorite Hawaii outdoor things to do - so here are Hawaii snorkeling tips based on what we've learned in our many years of snorkeling here. Hawaii snorkeling tips #1 - Fins are necessary Most people forget to bring fins when...

How Hawaii water sports are different from mainland lake life #1 -  Less Equipment As someone who has practiced a variety of water sports both in the islands and in Nevada, I've got some good insight on the difference between both. The primary ...

Great adventure: Kayaking in Hawaii to the Mokuleia islands Lanikai Beach in Kailua on Oahu has a great view of the nearby Mokuleia islands. These two small islands are just a few miles off the shoreline. A lot of people love Kayaking in Hawaii to the...

What Hawaii Outdoor things do locals like to do? If you haven't caught on to the fact that Hawaii takes pride in its active lifestyle, you got a lot to learn!  There are so many active things to do in Hawaii. All. Year. Round. You can go snorkeling ...

Have you ever been to the world's largest outdoor mall? O'ahu is home to Ala Moana Shopping Center , the world's largest outdoor mall. Shopping in Hawaii at Ala Moana Shopping Center is the premiere shopping experience. It's the seventh largest shopping...

When I talk to tourists who have just been to the islands, their reviews are usually dominated by their newfound love for Hawaiian island food. I love hearing their reviews of poke (island fish) and laulau (pork wrapped in taro leaf.) There's a good chance...

This is a question that popped up a couple of times over the past few months, and even years, but today I'll finally tackle the subject. What do people that live in Hawaii - do in Hawaii? I'll tell you a bit of what I do and then I'll add some...

Here is a review of the things to do on each of the Hawaiian islands to help you decide which ones you want to visit during your dream trip to Hawaii. If you're pressed for time or money - and everyone is, you'll want to narrow down your choice of islands...

Hanauma Bay gets about 3000 visitors a day and almost one million visitors a year. It was declared a protected marine life conservation area and underwater park back in 1967. The state has done several things to try and maintain the coral life like requiring...