Hawaii
What Language Do They Speak in Hawaii?
What Language do They Speak in Hawaii? The two official languages of Hawaii are English and Hawaiian. English is the most commonly spoken language and is used for communication in education, government, and business. Hawaiian, on the other hand, is an indigenous language that was spoken by native Hawaiians before the arrival of Europeans. Hawaiian […]
Hawaii FAQs: Climate, Tourism, Cost of Living, and More
Hawaii FAQs People have tons of questions about Hawaii, what it’s like to live there, how expensive it is, what the climate is like, etc. This comprehensive list should provide you with all sorts of questions and answers about everything you should know about Hawaii! Or if you have a question that isn’t listed below, […]
30+ Ways Hawaiian Locals Easily Recognize Tourists
How Do Locals Recognize Tourists? Have you ever wondered how locals in Hawaii know who the tourists are just by looking at them? Here are some top tips for how locals recognize tourists: Overusing sunblock, resulting in a white or pasty appearance, or people with a half-dozen bandaids on their translucent, ghostly-colored legs because they […]
Is Hawaii’s Mauna Loa (the World’s Largest Active Volcano) at Risk of Erupting?
Introduction Mauna Loa is the world’s largest active volcano, and it is located in Hawaii. The volcano has been erupting for centuries, and scientists believe that it is at risk of erupting again in the near future. Overall, the information in these articles provides a valuable perspective on the dangers that Mauna Loa poses […]
Hurricane Douglas News 7-23-2020
Hurricane Douglas rapidly intensified into a major hurricane as it moves toward Hawaii (CNN) Click here to find out how to prepare for a hurricane in Hawaii. “The forecast track from the NHC has the storm approaching the islands on Sunday. The storm is forecast to continue to strengthen today but expected to start weakening […]
Snorkel with Manta Rays
Snorkel with Manta Rays Kailua-Kona, Hawaii Manta rays—those up to 3,000-pound giants—are revered in Native Hawaiian culture and even celebrated in the Kumulipo, a creation chant. Off the coast of Kailua-Kona, on the western edge of the Island of Hawaii (or Big Island), tourists don snorkels and watch the resident rays’ nighttime feeding routines under […]
Cruise Ship Visits: Passengers + Crew = 6,400. Kailua-Kona Population = 12,800
Kona population increases by 50% for the day… Cruise Ship Visits: Passengers + Crew = 6,400. Kailua-Kona Population = 12,800 Ovation of the Seas is a Quantum-class cruise ship owned by Royal Caribbean International. According to West Hawaii Today, “The ship arrived on September 29, 2019, and is the largest cruise ship to visit on […]
Hurricanes Erick And Flossie: Projected Paths 7-30-19
Hurricanes Erick And Flossie Are On The Move: At this time, there is NO WARNING, NO ALERT for any hurricanes. But… be alert. Here are the 7-30-19 projected path updates – rain on the horizon? And from the Weather Channel (click for latest forecast). Hurricane Preparedness: Sure, you know about hurricane preparedness: cash, water, full gas/propane […]
Soon To Be – Hurricanes Erick And Flossie: Projected Paths
Erick And Flossie Are Hurricanes To Be: Another hurricane season, another couple of hurricanes on the horizon. At this time, there is NO WARNING, NO ALERT for any hurricanes. Erick and Flossie are just a tropical storm and a tropical depression, respectively. According to Accuweather, “Tropical Storm Erick is forecast to become the eastern Pacific […]
