When I visit Ala Moana Shopping Center near Waikiki, I always stop at Book-Off and Honolulu Coffee Company. Coffee and books are two of my passions. If you love to shop you’ll enjoy Ala Moana’s 260 stores and 70 dining options. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon. This spring, on March 7, Nordstrom [...]

What’s the controversy about Hawaii Superferry (HSF)? Is this a must-do or something to avoid on your upcoming Hawaiian vacation?

According to Pacific Business News, the U.S. DOT ranked Hawaiian (at 92%) best on-time airline of the 20 surveyed in November. Aloha followed in the survey. Both carriers led the survey throughout 2007. Keep in mind however that the majority of their flights average under 30 minutes, and almost never have weather delays. The results, [...]

If you want to take Hawaii pineapples home with you to the mainland, just shop around for the best deal and bring them in your carry-on bags. As long as the pineapples are in good condition, agriculture inspectors will not care if you bought them at an airport store or from a local market. What’s [...]

In Japan you’ll need to take 60 days out of your schedule and walk 900 miles to visit 88 Shingon shrines. If you’re like me and need a faster spiritual renewal, take my advice and visit the Lawai International Center on Kauai. In one hour you can complete a miniature 88 shrine trek and still [...]

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Back to our Roots, httpv://youtube.com/watch?v=qU10TZs1ow0 With Sonny and Cher