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Hawaii Picture of the Day http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com Hawaii Pictures: Be a part of Hawaii today. Mon, 27 Feb 2017 21:32:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.3 Solitude http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/solitude/ Mon, 27 Feb 2017 21:32:02 +0000 http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/?p=5021 read more]]> Looking for a little solitude? Maybe an early morning paddle is just what you need!

This beautiful shot from Thomas Hergenrader captures a lot of what we enjoy about playing in Hawaii’s Kona waters. On the leeward side, waves and wind are more calm, creating wonderful conditions for getting out and taking it easy.

The corals here are separated by swaths of white sand in shallow ocean. This causes the high contrast coloring of the sea, especially brought out by the angle of this photo, taken from a quad-copter.

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Pearl Harbor Attacks Mark 75th Anniversary http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/pearl-harbor-attacks-mark-75th-anniversary/ Wed, 07 Dec 2016 19:59:34 +0000 http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/?p=5015 read more]]> Dec. 7, 2016, 07:55, is the 75th anniversary of Imperial Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, Oahu. There will be ceremonies across the state, centralized in Honolulu. The local newspapers and radio stations like Hawaii Public Radio have well-done articles like this one: Pearl Harbor 75 Years Later: Remembering the Morning “Everything Changed.”

We’d also like to take a moment to remember those who were there. We thank you for your courage, service, endurance, and legacy.

This file photo is from the 2013 Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremonies.

PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 7, 2013) The Navy Region Hawaii Ceremonial Guard perform in honor of Pearl Harbor survivor Edward Wentztlaff during an interment at the USS Arizona Memorial on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean Furey/Released)

The US Navy’s blog has a nice article up today on how Pearl Harbor Survivors Changed the World. The article’s focus is on thanks and, “Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,” which we think is an encouraging message of respect and hope.

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Just Passing Time http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/just-passing-time/ Thu, 20 Oct 2016 19:41:50 +0000 http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/?p=5010 read more]]> Need to pass a little time? If you can manage it, we recommend Kukio Bay.

Kukio Bay is home to a longer (for the Big Island), narrow beach, known for its sea turtle population and gorgeous sunsets. It’s typically a bit windy in the afternoons, but warm breezes aren’t all bad. Combine the soft sand, ocean friends, and clear blue coral seas, and we think it’s a great spot to relax and let a few minutes slip past.

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Backyard Photo Safari http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/backyard-photo-safari/ Mon, 03 Oct 2016 20:09:14 +0000 http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/?p=5006 read more]]> Another beautiful flower captured on the island of Maui by Eden Zang. Some of you will be familiar with the phrase, “Lucky we live Hawaii” and shots like this, taken from a simple outing in your own backyard, are just further support.

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Views for Days http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/views-for-days/ http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/views-for-days/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2016 19:09:56 +0000 http://www.hawaiipictureoftheday.com/?p=5002 read more]]> Upcountry Maui offers cool weather, gorgeous wildflowers, and views for days.

While this cool weather keeps some people away, others are drawn to getting away from the heat of the beaches. Homes still used louvered windows in this area, they just keep warm Hawaiian quilts on their beds for nighttime.

The higher you get into upcountry, the better the view. By only a couple thousand feet up, you are able to see both the north and south sides of the island at the same time, framing the West Maui Mountains in the distance. Behind you, the 10,000 foot high summit of Haleakala makes its own weather and brings rain to the hills and central valley, while casting a rain-shadow over South Maui.

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