Hawaii Archive

  • Located in Makena State Park, a short 20 minute drive south of Kihei, Naupaka is very close to most of the island's more affordable tourist accommodations yet is still reasonably quiet. The volcanic black sand is relatively coarse compared to Hawaii's white sand beaches and there aren't any typical public beach amenities but it's still a great place to stop for a picnic and to take in some unique views.

    Naupaka: The Other Black Sand Beach on Maui

    Posted on May 16, 2012 | 23 Comments
    Located in Makena State Park, a short 20 minute drive south of Kihei, Naupaka is very close to most of the island's more affordable tourist accommodations yet is still reasonably quiet. The volcanic black sand is relatively coarse compared to Hawaii's white sand beaches and there aren't any typical public beach amenities but it's still a great place to stop for a picnic and to take in some unique views.

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  • As far as places to love, Hawaii is an easy choice. We were there a few years ago and enjoyed a very nice sunset at Hapuna Beach on Big Island. It was a perfect warm August night with an amazing pink sky and we had the beach nearly to ourselves. What's not to love?

    Magnificent Monday: I Love Kids on the Beach

    Posted on August 15, 2011 | 2 Comments
    As far as places to love, Hawaii is an easy choice. We were there a few years ago and enjoyed a very nice sunset at Hapuna Beach on Big Island. It was a perfect warm August night with an amazing pink sky and we had the beach nearly to ourselves. What's not to love?

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  • This picture was taken in 2009 on the beach at the Hapuna Beach Prince Resort on Big Island. We were taking advantage of the shade on a hot August day while looking down on the sparsely populated beach.

    Travel Photo Thursday: Hapuna Beach Big Island Hawaii

    Posted on March 2, 2011 | 13 Comments
    This picture was taken in 2009 on the beach at the Hapuna Beach Prince Resort on Big Island. We were taking advantage of the shade on a hot August day while looking down on the sparsely populated beach.

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  • While everyone one else was checking out all of the beautiful pools and beach scenery, I was looking at the cool lights and the lighting. I'm kind of geeky that way.

    Travel Photo Thursday: Sconces at Humuhumunukunukuapua’a

    Posted on February 17, 2011 | 4 Comments
    While everyone one else was checking out all of the beautiful pools and beach scenery, I was looking at the cool lights and the lighting. I'm kind of geeky that way.

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  • This picture was taken in August of 2009 from the Sheraton Waikiki on the evening before Hurricane Felicia was expected to hit the islands. Update June 2, 2011: This photo...

    Photo of the Week: Waikiki Calm Before the Storm

    Posted on May 14, 2010 | 10 Comments
    This picture was taken in August of 2009 from the Sheraton Waikiki on the evening before Hurricane Felicia was expected to hit the islands. Update June 2, 2011: This photo...

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