Kahili Ginger
Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum) is another beautiful, aromatic, ginger plant introduced to Hawaii. read more
Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum) is another beautiful, aromatic, ginger plant introduced to Hawaii. read more
Although not native to Hawaii, turkeys can be found both wild and domesticated throughout the islands. Many visitors have unexpected turkey encounters during their stay. read more
Kua Bay, also known as Manini’owali Beach, on Hawaii’s Big Island is outstanding for sunsets. read more
The 10-day-long Kona Coffee Festival concludes with a street parade on Alii drive in downtown Kailua-Kona. Featured here is the HELCO (Hawaii Electric Light Company) train with engine, coal car, and caboose. read more
A group of onlookers awaiting the infamous green flash collectively hold their breathe as the sun sets in Hawaii. read more
This species of Hala tree, found on Hawaii before westerners arrived, was used for many purposes by historic Hawaiians. The massive fruit of this tree–about 6 to 12 inches across–was used for food. The leaves, called lauhala, were used for baskets, roofs, mats, and skirts. read more
The tropical Hawaiian Pink Ginger blossom is frequently seen on the islands. Although ginger did not originate in Hawaii, it has been a welcomed variety… read more
These dancers were captured at the 2011 “Moku O Keawe International Festival,” which included Hula Halau (troupes) from Hawaii, Japan and elsewhere. read more
Surrounded by flower leis and a few yards from the remains of the USS Arizona, this marble wall filled with sailors lost to war is powerful. read more
Praying Mantis can be found in many parts of Hawaii, from the seashore to nearly 7,000 feet up. It is not known if praying mantis were introduced purposefully or if they arrived accidentally. read more
A group enjoys night diving in hopes of seeing manta rays feeding in their water lights just after sunset. read more
This picture focuses on several sportfishing rods with tackle on sportfish boats harbored at Honokohau. These boats go out often and typically catch their guests and captains choke (a bunch of) fish. read more