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Helen is a creative professional living the good life on Hawaii Island. She enjoys writing about local events, foods, and history. Her inspiration often comes from reading about local traditions and researching them to uncover some amazing stories. She truly enjoys sharing ideas for fun and unusual activities here in the islands she calls home.

Hawaii, Maui, Places To Eat

The 10 Best Places To Get Loco Moco in Hawaiʻi

Loco Moco is rice topped with a hamburger patty, lots of gravy, and a sunny-side-up fried egg. It often comes with a side of mac salad as well, and it is the ultimate Hawaiian-style comfort food. If this is all new to you, you might think this is an...

Maui

Tropical Fish You Can See While Snorkeling on Maui

Snorkeling is one of the most amazing activities that you can enjoy while visiting Maui. Book a Maui Snorkeling Tour during your next visit to the island, and create memories that will last a lifetime. The incredible variety of marine life that you...

Activities, Maui, Things To Do

Top 10 Activities in Maalaea & Olowalu

Maalaea and Olowalu are two coastal areas between South and West Maui. There’s something for everyone, from Maui whale watch trips and snorkel tours to Maui butterflies, pie tastings, and even paintball!

Activities, Hawaii, Maui, Things To Do

Best Sunset Dinner Cruise on Maui

Basking in the alaula (sunset glow) with cocktails, delicious food, and incredible entertainment is the ultimate way to top off a day of snorkeling, hiking, or sightseeing. Join us onboard the Pride of Maui for a truly unforgettable Sunset Dinner...

Activities, Maui

Was Molokini a Volcano?

Molokini Crater lies along the southwest rift zone of Haleakala, or the East Maui Volcano. It sits three miles offshore of Maui’s Haleakala Crater. So, was Molokini a volcano? Geologists have long assumed that Molokini was a relatively young...

Activities, Maui

What Happened to Molokini?

The islet of Molokini, just off the southwest coast of Maui, has a long and fascinating history. These days, it is considered a premier snorkeling and SCUBA diving location that attracts thousands of visitors every year who arrive for snorkeling...

Activities

Do All Humpback Whales Come to Hawaii?

Thinking of taking a Whale Watching Tour when you visit Hawaii? There are a few things you will want to know first: Which whales come to Hawaii? Why do whales come to Hawaii? When is Hawaiian humpback whale season? Read on with us to learn about the...

Activities, Hawaii, Maui

What Does Molokini Mean in Hawaiian?

Molokini islet is located just off the shore of Maui in the Hawaiian island chain. It is a top-rated Maui snorkeling destination. We thought it might be fun for you to know a little bit more about the legend and history of Molokini before you embark...

Activities, Maui

North Pacific Humpback Whales 101

One of the most extraordinary experiences of one’s lifetime is witnessing the North Pacific humpback whales in Hawaiian waters. Book a Maui whale watch tour on your next vacation during their annual winter migration. These magnificent mammals...

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