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Hawaii is home to some of the most iconic landmarks and historical sites in the Pacific ocean. On the island of Kauai, you’ll find a beautiful set of jagged, towering cliffs that seem to slice through the ocean and reach the clouds. This is the Na Pali Coast. These cliffs stretch up to 4,000 feet…

When you visit Hawaii, you likely have a lot of stops on your itinerary. You’ll likely want to visit the island’s main tourist attractions, the waterfalls and forests, volcanoes, and check out a luau. Additionally, you will probably want to meet some animals, get a surfing lesson, and even go snorkeling. And we think that’s…

In 2018, a massive flash flood devastated Tunnels Beach on the island of Kauai. This historic, catastrophic flash flood caused landslides that took out major roadways and left dozens of people stranded. With the roads destroyed, almost everyone between Haena and the ocean had to escape by air or by sea. The efforts to rebuild…

Hawaii is home to a variety of vibrant tropical fish. Brightly colored species of butterfly fish, tang, idols, goatfish, parrotfish, and more inhabit the blue waters of Hawaii. After a fun-filled day of snorkeling with them, some of us might think of ways to make the joy last forever. A question sometimes posed is, “Can you take fish…

Every winter, the visitors and residents of Hawaii receive a special treat. Around 2/3 of the North Pacific humpback whale population returns to Hawaii to raise, rest, and breed. This migration has been happening for hundreds of years and is an important part of Hawaiian culture. As a result, whale watching is a beloved activity for locals…

If you’re searching for a place in Hawaii that’s only accessible by boat, you must explore the Na Pali Coast. This piece of rugged Kauai coastline is one of the most breathtaking natural beauties in all of Hawaii. Imagine 3,000 ft. cliffs that seemingly touch the sky and have eroded to make hidden beaches and vaulted…

December to April is a special time of the year on Kauai because that’s the official whale watching season. During that time, thousands and thousands of humpbacks migrate from the summer feeding grounds in Alaska. But, honestly, the first humpbacks are usually sighted at the start of October, with the last few sightings occurring in the…

Sand, sun, and sea —three things that are on everyone’s minds when talking about a Hawaiian beach holiday. However, the appeal of a seaside holiday is not limited to what can be found above water. Many people head to beach resorts not only to sunbathe and swim but also to get familiar with the marine life that…

While people-watching on the beautiful islands of Hawaii can be fun, it will never compare to the joy of spotting a colorful ocean resident. From benevolent green sea turtles to yellow butterfly fish that dart among the rocks, it is super easy to spot these lovely sea creatures while scuba diving or snorkeling off hawaiian islands….

When the sun is shining bright, we are quick to put on sunscreen in order to protect ourselves from sunburn and harmful UV rays, without giving much thought to our sunscreens impact on the marine life and the ocean. While preventing a sunburn can be nice, it’s important to keep in mind the impact so…