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  Haleakalā (“House of the Sun”), also known as East Maui Volcano is a massive shield volcano which makes up approximately 75% of the Hawai’ian Island of Maui. The volcano also rises up to an altitude of around 10,023 feet (3,055m)   A guided Haleakalā bike tour is nowhere near as daunting as it sounds…

  The Hawai’ian Islands are steeped in history and there’s no better place to immerse yourself in the Islands’ historic past than on Oahu and, specifically, travelling round Waikiki courtesy of Waikiki Trolley.   If you ask anyone what the best way to get around not just Waikiki but most of Oahu is, then chances…

  In traditional Hawaiian, the correct spelling for a luau is lūʻau, and for centuries it has been a traditional party or feast, usually accompanied by entertainment. The lūʻau can specifically be dated back to 1819 and is not, as many assume, a part of (very) ancient Polynesian culture.   You can thank King Kamehameha…

Who can resist a bit of culture when there’s entertainment included in a stunning outdoor setting? The history and culture of the Hawaiian Islands are unique, and it is perhaps for this reason that the Islands are such a popular vacation destination whether you are coming from the U.S., Europe, or Japan. So, if you…

Q: What do you get when you cross Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley with Hawaii? A: Rock-A-Hula! Who doesn’t love a good show? There’s something very special about live entertainment, which is perhaps why it is always so popular on cruise ships. While here in Oahu you may also share the fact with a cruise…

  You might as well look at Kualoa Ranch on Oahu as your chance to behave like a kid in a candy store. There’s just so much to choose from! However, we would never say you were spoiled for choice but more blessed with it. And why? Well, if you have come to Hawaii as…

  With Hawai’i being one of the states of the United States of America, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that the islands are the northernmost part of the group of over 1,000 islands scattered across the central and southern Pacific Ocean known as Polynesia, a subregion of Oceania.   Learn loads,…

  With so much to see and do in and around Waikiki, it is no surprise that Waikiki Trolley has become the best and most convenient way to get around and visit all the best ‘hot spots’. Up until recently there have been three routes covered by Waikiki Trolley: The Red Line which focuses on…

  You can’t miss it if you come to Oahu: The impressive and imposing Diamond Head Crater. However, as it has a 5,520-foot diameter, when you multiply the diameter by  (if you remember your math from high school), you can work out that the circular crater has a 1.73 km circumference. This should give you…

One of the problems with some tours is that they focus on only one thing, and if you are a family with different interests, then it can be a challenge to find a tour that has a little bit of something for everyone. Well, maybe we have a solution for you with what we call…

  Let’s face it, none of the Hawai’ian Islands are exactly flat, and especially Maui. So, to explore any parts of the island above sea level, you either need to be super-fit or have a vehicle. However, the islands of Hawai’i are also covered with lush undergrowth interwoven with rainforests, so your average sedan or…

  It’s hard to hide the fact that Hawai’i’s origins are volcanic. Everywhere you look there’s a volcano. And that’s the problem. You tend to be looking up at the results of volcanic activity, not at it. This is not helped by the fact the island is covered in rich, tropical vegetation and an abundance…