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Check out this O‘ahu hidden gem

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The last time we were in Honolulu, we took a hop-on, hop-off tour. It was a blast—and it was exhausting. We were about midway through the tour when we got off for the Foster Botanical Gardens. Wow! Were we impressed! They've got plants and trees from around the world, some of which are nearly extinct.One of the standouts at the garden was the orchid greenhouse. It's an … [Read more...] about Check out this O‘ahu hidden gem

My Favorite Hilo Park

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Many years ago, a friend of mine told me I needed to visit Queen Liliʻuokalani Park and Gardens in Hilo. When I finally got there, I found not only a park that honors Hawaii’s last reigning monarch, but 24 acres of breathtaking Japanese-style gardens, koi ponds, and graceful stone bridges. Today's post weaves together Hawaii's cultural history with Big Island beauty. It's time … [Read more...] about My Favorite Hilo Park

New Week, New Island!

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This week on the blog, uncover the rich history of Kauai's Ahukini Landing! From a fishing haven for Native Hawaiians to a bustling sugar port to a state park, this story is full of transformation and charm. Plus, don’t miss the free online jigsaw puzzle to bring a piece of history to life! A big thanks to everyone who shared their puzzle times in the comments—it’s … [Read more...] about New Week, New Island!

Island Stories — Hope and Renewal

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After finishing the virtual road trip of the Mother Road, I wondered what I could do in August that might bring you equally iconic places. My solution was to turn back the clock with some of my favorite photos from Hawaii. This week, we'll be visiting Lāhainā, most of which was incinerated by a massive wildfire that claimed over a hundred lives. Today's post, while … [Read more...] about Island Stories — Hope and Renewal