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Hilo Parks: Liliuokalani Gardens, Coconut Island, & Wailoa River

Want to take an early morning stroll, have some extra time before dinner? There are some lovely little parks right in the city of Hilo for your enjoyment. If you have some extra time between your big events of the … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Activities: Iolani Palace & King Kamehameha Statue

Iolani Palace & King Kamehameha Statue (History, Honolulu) The only royal palace on American soil is in Oahu, smack in the middle of Honolulu (364 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813). There is metered parked all around the palace, we … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Off the Beaten Path: Pu’u O’Mahuka Heiau

Pu’u O’Mahuka Heiau (History, Northshore) This is a tiny park full of history is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the northshore on a great hill overlooking the ocean (Pupukea Homestead Road from Kamehameha Highway [across from Pupukea … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Botanical Gardens: Moanalua

Top Picks: Moanalua Gardens (Koi Pond, Wildlife Sightings, Honolulu) This park is on the smaller side but it happened to be one of our favorites! It is right off the highway, I mean right off…make sure you take the exit … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Hau’ula Loop Trail

Hau’ula Loop Trail (Wooded, Waterfall, Northshore) This trail was a lot different from all of the others we hiked in Oahu. It was very wooded with habitats that reminded us of home. We only encountered one other group while hiking … Continue reading

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