In 2012, the State of Hawaii sought to combat Waikiki Beach's erosion with a sand replenishment project. Nine years later, most of that sand is already gone. So the Waikiki sand replenishment round 2 begins to restore the beach once again. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Sand Replenishment Round 2 Begins
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Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki
As I mentioned in my 2019 Honolulu Marathon introduction post, I chose to book away from the big hotel chains this year and stay at the Alohilani Resort. And, despite a few bumps, I was pleasantly surprised. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki
2019 Honolulu Marathon Staycation – Introduction
As was the case last year, this year I opted to stay in Waikiki for the marathon. So, let's kick off my 2019 Honolulu Marathon Staycation series with an introductory post. After all, this year's experience was quite different from 2018. … [Read more...] about 2019 Honolulu Marathon Staycation – Introduction
State of Hawaii Approves Funding to Save Waikiki Beach
The iconic Waikiki Beach, Hawaii's most famous attraction, is slowly disappearing. So, thankfully, the State of Hawaii approves funding to save Waikiki Beach. However, that means disruptions to beachgoers on the horizon. … [Read more...] about State of Hawaii Approves Funding to Save Waikiki Beach
Iron Chef Morimoto is Returning to Oahu Soon
Iron Chef Morimoto is returning to Oahu soon with the opening of his first new restaurant early next month. … [Read more...] about Iron Chef Morimoto is Returning to Oahu Soon
Review: Eating House 1849 Waikiki
A while back I tried Roy's Waikiki for the first time. I. DID. NOT. LIKE. IT. So I was apprehensive about trying Eating House 1849. … [Read more...] about Review: Eating House 1849 Waikiki
Aloha Kaimana – The Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup
A critically endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup captured the hearts of thousands as she grew on Kaimana Beach. But now, she has moved on. … [Read more...] about Aloha Kaimana – The Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup
Queen Kapiolani Hotel Renovations
Surprise! Yesterday news broke about the Queen Kapiolani Hotel renovations. … [Read more...] about Queen Kapiolani Hotel Renovations
Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal Born on Waikiki Beach
A very rare thing happened last month: an endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal born on Waikiki Beach. … [Read more...] about Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal Born on Waikiki Beach
Hawaii King Tides May Cause Coastal Flooding
King tides are especially hight tides that occur a few times a year. Hawaii, being in the middle of the Pacific are susceptible to these tides too. However, the Hawaii king tides rolling in this year will be among the biggest seen yet. … [Read more...] about Hawaii King Tides May Cause Coastal Flooding
