Spinner Dolphins, Kailua-Kona Bay
Spinner dolphins can be found all over the Hawaiian islands, but especially in the shallow, clear, sandy-bottomed waters near Kailua-Kona. Spinner dolphins are named for their… read more
Spinner dolphins can be found all over the Hawaiian islands, but especially in the shallow, clear, sandy-bottomed waters near Kailua-Kona. Spinner dolphins are named for their… read more
Orange-pink hues over a blue ocean with palm trees and tiki torches afire–this is why so many love Hawaii. read more
Hawaii has many beautiful Heliconia plants, but the Lobster Claw Heliconia (Heliconia Rostrata) is unmistakeable in its colors, shape, and florescence. read more
Haleakala in the Hawaiian language means “house of the sun,” an apt description for the highest peak on Maui that catches the last of the island’s sun each day. read more
Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Park is home to several pieces of Hawaiian history including these two ki’i. The ki’i (wooden statues with a human form) act as guardians to the bay and the nearby heiau (temple). read more
The Hawaiian orange-spotted day gecko is a common site on the islands. These playful, attractive lizards adorn trees, railings, buildings, and even indoor walls and ceilings. read more
Kealakekua Bay is one of Hawaii’s most splendid jewels. Its beauty, history, and ability to be engaged are all fantastic. read more
The Big Island of Hawaii’s Mauna Kea is the highest spot in the state, rising to 13,796 feet above sea level. The freezing temperatures at this high elevation lend to the meaning… read more
While snorkeling in Hawaii’s clear waters, it can be easy to overlook the elegant and fascinating Crown of Thorns Seastar (starfish). This second-largest seastar is found in tropical reefs all around the world, with a few different varieties. read more
King palms presiding over a blue ocean as the bright yellow sun quickly sets behind a thin layer of clouds on the horizon. read more
Racing Hawaiian wa’a, or outrigger canoes, is Hawaii’s most popular sport. Its popularity has continued to burgeon and it is common to see teams and clubs practicing off most shorelines. read more
The Hawaiian word for rainbow is “anuenue,” and seeing a rainbow meant you were near gods or chiefs. This rainbow stood in front of cloud-enshrouded West Maui Mountains near… read more