Oahu is the most popular Hawaiian Island that offers so many wonderful places to visit and endless opportunities of things for visitors to do. You can hardly fit them all in a weeks vacation. Here is just a short list of must see places.Visit the unique destination of Haleiwa (North Shore of Oahu)Sun, surf, and sand await you at the North Shore. Waimea Beach and Sunset Beach are the home of several world surfing championship events. The beaches...more
Things to Consider for a Hawaiian Wedding If you decide to get married somewhere far away, like in Hawaii, there are going to be many differences in the decisions that have to be made. There are so many different things that would go differently in a wedding that takes place far away from home than one that is near your home. If you were near home, you would invite your family and friends, and pretty much everybody that you...more
What are the 5 Must See Waterfalls in Hawaii? The Hawaiian Islands are home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Rain falls down the steep ridged mountains from the tropical forests creating hundreds of magnificent waterfalls all over the islands. Some are easily accessible with man-made lookout points, others require a trek through the jungle to find them hidden in the rainforest. Here at Discover Hawaii Tours we've selected 5 of our favorite waterfalls to share with you, that can be be seen on several of our guided tours. Waimea FallsWaimea Falls is a popular attraction nestled in the back of Waimea Valley on the north shore of Oahu. The valley itself is a botanical garden and cultural park with numerous species of exotic plants and cultural displays of old Hawaiian villages. After a pleasant walk through the valley, you'll end up at the 45ft Waimea Falls where you can take a refreshing dip. Remember to take your bathing suit because both of our eco tours that go there stop for two hours of fun.Waimea Tip: If you have sensitive feet, bring water shoes for when you step on the rocks to go swim. Likeke FallsWe call our tour Hidden Waterfall Hike...more
Forklifts For Sale Hawaii - Choose Carefully A forklift is a handy device to keep for long term use. Although most people might argue that renting a forklift is a more practical solution, purchasing one is undoubtedly the best if you are looking at long term requirements. Yes, if you need a forklift for one time use only, then there...more
Kauai Hawaii - When To Go Kauai, Hawaii is an amazing vacation spot. It is such a unique island destination and so different than the other islands of Hawaii. It ranks just behind Maui and Oahu in popularity with travelers but I wouldn't want to change that for the world. By accident, our first trip was 15 years ago. By chance we...more
5 Great Scenic Lookouts in Hawaii The Hawaiian Islands have some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the world. From large sea cliffs, vertical mountain ranges, and amazing coastlines there is just so much to see. Mark Twain described the islands as , "the loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean." Along with many other famous authors, the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands is admired around the globe. Throughout the islands there's a panorama of viewpoints that can easily be seen from public lookout areas. Here are our 5 favorite scenic lookouts we see on several of our tours. Waimea CanyonLocated on the island of Kauai, Waimea Canyon is the largest canyon of the Pacific, stretching 10 miles long and 1 mile wide. From a glimpse, it closely resembles the Grand Canyon with dramatic cliff drops and massive carved out valleys. The canyon walls display a long history of flooding rivers and volcanic eruptions that sculpted the 3,500 ft gorge. We enjoy the canyon so much, we made it the theme of our Kauai Tour, the Waimea Eco Adventure Tour. Insider Tip: Keep your eyes out for the Waimea Canyon Waterfall that flows during the rainy season Makapu'u...more
Happiest in Hawaii: Aloha State Tops Well-Being List Sun and waves might be good for the soul, according to a new national survey naming Hawaii as tops in well-being among U.S. states — but the sunshine doesn't necessarily elbow out...more
Building in Ancient Hawaii - From Tiki Huts to Temples Though the tiki hut bar is a relatively modern invention, its architecural roots can be traced back to ancient Hawaii. For centuries, traditional Hawaiian structures had thatched...more
Have You Decided to Go to Hawaii? When it comes to planning a vacation, whether that vacation is a family trip or a romantic getaway, it is sometimes difficult to choose a vacation destination. There are, literally, an unlimited number...more
Visiting Hawaii - Rare & Exotic Oahu World maps show us that there is a place on planet Earth that is the farthest away from a continent as no other place on Earth. Such a place displays the handwriting of the mastermind behind...more
Visiting Hawaii - Unique Hanauma Bay A half an hour ride from Waikiki on bus Route 22 takes you to a bay unique in more than one way. After arriving, a short walk from the bus stop places you on an ample area. As you reach the edge of...more
Visiting Hawaii - Old Time Haleiwa An hour fifty minutes ride on bus Route 52 from Ala Moana Center takes visitors to the opposite side of the island of Oahu where the small town of Haleiwa resides. Once in Hawaii, visiting Haleiwa is...more