Ah, Mother’s Day—a day to repay the woman who put up with years of your shenanigans with something a little nicer than a macaroni necklace. And what better way to celebrate than by whisking her away to the Big Island of Hawaii? It’s either that or buying her another...
When you drift off to tropical Hawaii in your imagination, there’s a few things that will probably paint the picture in your mind’s eye. Crystal clear waters, exotic beaches, jungle-draped mountains and, of course, tropical flowers. The islands are full of...
There you are, swimming in the ocean under an inky black sky full of stars. The only source of light is your waterproof flashlight slicing through the ocean like a light saber from Star Wars. Your beam cuts across a school of needlefish attracted to your light, then...
The month of May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It’s a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions that this diverse group of people have had on the United States. Being a chain of islands in the Pacific Ocean with...
Every year in late May to early June, a natural phenomenon occurs in Great Smoky Mountains National Park that draws crowds from around the world… and it’s not their annual Bigfoot festival. It’s the remarkable synchronous fireflies and their stunning light...