Lauhala Roots
The Pacific lauhala tree, found throughout the Hawaiian islands, is as significant to Polynesia as it is eye-catching. read more
The Pacific lauhala tree, found throughout the Hawaiian islands, is as significant to Polynesia as it is eye-catching. 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
One thing Hawaii symbolizes is a relaxation. And oftentimes, relaxation leads to fun, creative displays like this “Aloha.” 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
Hawaii’s Big Island is home to 11 of the world’s 13 climate zones. Nowhere is this more apparent than traversing the Kilauea caldera in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Precious little lives or grows in the noxious sulfur-dioxide… read more
Looking down the shoreline of Kailua-Kona, this photo captures a rainbow lighting up the early-evening sky like fireworks. Framed by Mauna Loa (Long Mountain) in the background and a tropical palm surrounded by… read more
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles–honu in Hawaiian–are fun, handsome examples of Hawaii’s lively ocean habitat. Their docile appearance and sun-bathing creates a relaxing and engaging time. read more