December 7th, 1941, was an important day in the history of the United States. It was on this day when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor and damaged many of the battleships there. This day marked the beginning of World War II. When visiting Pearl Harbor, you’ll be able to see the different exhibits and learn… [read more]
Coffee Comes to Hawaii
There have been many things that have come to be part of Hawaii that did not originate here. We learned in earlier posts that most Hawaiian items were actually introduced by other countries. The ukulele and malasadas both came from Portugal. And shave ice came from Japan. But what about the famous Kona Coffee? How… [read more]
Shave Ice Comes to Hawaii
Looking for a cool treat while visiting the islands? Shave ice is another one of those things you just have to try if you’re in Hawaii. And don’t worry. It’s very popular here, so there are many places to get some. Origins Believe it or not, shave ice dates back to the 7th century when… [read more]
Bike Oahu for a day
Looking for a fun and cheap way to explore the island? Why not consider renting a bike for a day? There are a few options right here on Oahu and many places to visit by bike. And plus, there’s been lots of improvements lately to make the island more bike-friendly. Rules of the Road First,… [read more]
Useful Travel Apps Worth Downloading
We’ve come a long way since the days of phrasebooks, travelers’ checks, and payphones. For those who are young enough to just now start traveling, you may have not even seen any of these things. They were the old ways of travel. But now we advance to the future in a time that technology has… [read more]
