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Coffees of Hawaii on Molokai

Coffees of Hawaii on Molokai

February 2, 2010 by Rob

Coffee is serious business to us. We’re home roasters with access to hundreds of wild coffee trees, and enjoy visiting plantations while island hopping. Recently, the manager of Molokai’s Coffees of Hawaii, Maria Holmes, invited us for a tour and coffee tasting. How could we refuse? Before we go any further let me just say that their Muleskinner brand was […]

Damien Tours on Molokai

Damien Tours on Molokai

November 20, 2009 by Rob

One of the most beautiful places in Hawaii is also the site of much hardship and enforced imprisonment. Those with Hansen’s Disease were called “lepers” and sent to live here, on Molokai’s Kalaupapa Peninsula, against their will.  They represented all ages, ethnicity and economic status. For $50 I was taken on a tour of the settlement in an old […]

One Less Museum in Honolulu

One Less Museum in Honolulu

May 15, 2009 by Rob

The handwriting was on the wall when we toured the Hawaii Maritime Center in April.  Faced with a bad economy and low visitor traffic, the museum was closing its doors for the last time at the beginning of May. On our visit there was a somber mood with the final day looming.  We asked at the Information Desk if […]

Another Way To Say Aloha

Another Way To Say Aloha

March 19, 2009 by Rob

When you’re visiting Hawaii, the person cleaning your room, parking your car, and helping at the front desk may be Filipino. To make a nice impression, knowing a few words of Tagalog, the official language of the Philippines, is another way to say Aloha. Over 20 percent of Hawaii’s population is Filipino.  They came to Hawaii in the early […]

Christmas Trees in Hawaii?

Christmas Trees in Hawaii?

November 24, 2008 by Rob

The four Matson Navigation ships carrying fresh cut Christmas trees are arriving.  The first arrived on November 15, and the final ship will arrive on December 6.  While the total number of trees shipped is unknown, Matson says that they transport more than 100,000 Oregon and Washington grown trees each year. The trees typically go on sale in Hawaii […]

Obama Touring In Hawaii

Obama Touring In Hawaii

November 19, 2008 by Rob

View Larger Map Obama is all the rage.  Many people plan to capitalize on the new president’s long-tailed roots.  There have been articles already written about tours in Africa and Chicago.  Now comes a new entry to the mix, the Obama Tour Hawaii. Since the places where Obama lived and went to school in Hawaii are on private property, […]

Love Bakery Love

Love Bakery Love

September 9, 2008 by Rob

I was very pleased to see recent news that Hawaii’s own Love’s Bakery has returned to Hawaii ownership. Managers of the 157 year old company are buying the bakery from its Japanese owners, who have owned it since they themselves purchased it from ITT Continental Baking nearly 30 years ago. The new owners plans are to invest in and […]

Eating Healthy In Hawaii Is Getting Easier

Eating Healthy In Hawaii Is Getting Easier

August 25, 2008 by Rob

Whole Foods Markets will soon be joining Hawaii’s established health food stores. If you’re looking for healthy grinds during your stay in Hawaii, here are some of our favorites to consider: On Oahu and Maui, try Down to Earth, which has nice moderate sized stores and a good selection. Big Island scores with Kona Natural Foods in Kailua-Kona (two […]

Be the Perfect Houseguest in Hawaii

Be the Perfect Houseguest in Hawaii

August 18, 2008 by Rob

Staying with friends in the islands not only saves money but gives you an opportunity to experience local life. We like hosting people in our home and have come up with some ideas on how to make this a good experience for both host and guest. Arrival Tips: 1. Shoes off at door. Here in Hawaii, it is customary […]

Unusual Signs of Hawaii

Unusual Signs of Hawaii

July 28, 2008 by Rob

We’ve seen some very unusual English language signs throughout Asia.  This one, however, we found just down the street, at Dani’s Restaurant in Lihue: If you find yourself on Rice Street, we like Dani’s for their perennially delicious banana pancakes, but frankly, not much else.  They only serve them until 11am.

Unique Gift Idea From Hawaii:  Hamakua Mushrooms

Unique Gift Idea From Hawaii: Hamakua Mushrooms

July 9, 2008 by Beat of Hawaii

If you’re looking for that completely unique gift to bring home with you from your Hawaii vacation, look no further. Hamakua mushrooms are a gourmet treat from Hawaii and some of the best mushrooms I’ve tasted. They have both a wonderful flavor and texture. You can legally import them to the mainland, inasmuch as they are not a plant […]

Hawaii Bananas Could Be Set For Resurgence

Hawaii Bananas Could Be Set For Resurgence

June 26, 2008 by Beat of Hawaii

Hawaii’s banana industry may be well-positioned for a serious comeback. They are certainly growing well in our backyard. This photo shows our latest crop growing amidst Blue Ginger. Prices of Hawaii bananas have never been competitive with Central America in the past due to the high cost of land and labor. The scale is starting to tip in favor […]

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