No, this isn't a post about Hawaiian Airlines or Aloha Airlines. Rather, Aloha Pualani is about the departure of Ka'iwi's latest pup and the reopening of the stretch of popular beach that the duo has been occupying. … [Read more...] about Aloha Pualani!
Waikiki Beach
Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
That's right, Monk Seals close a portion of Waikiki Beach, as another mother gives birth on the bustling beach. Like all the previous births, this one occurred on Kaimana Beach. Unlike last time, though, it's Ka'iwi - not Rocky - that gave birth, and the closure is MUCH bigger this time around. … [Read more...] about Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup PO8 Now Has a Name
Since early July, Rocky and her pup have been capturing the hearts of most Waikiki beachgoers. And, finally, Hawaiian Monk Seal pup PO8 now has a name. His name was unveiled in a ceremony with Waikiki Elementary School students on August 10. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup PO8 Now Has a Name
Reminder: Keep Your Distance from Monk Seals
Rocky the monkey caught the attention of all of Hawaii when she became the first Hawaiian Monk Seal to give birth on bustling Waikiki Beach in forever. Recently, she came back to Waikiki to give birth again, though things have gone quite wrong this time. So, this is a reminder to keep your distance from monk seals. … [Read more...] about Reminder: Keep Your Distance from Monk Seals
DLNR May Build More Groins in Waikiki
Earlier this year, a sand replenishment project wrapped up along Waikiki Beach. However, that project was only a small piece of the puzzle. In fact, Hawaii's DLNR may build more groins in Waikiki, accompanied by yet more sand replenishment projects. … [Read more...] about DLNR May Build More Groins in Waikiki
Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals
For the second time in the past few years, an endangered Hawaiian monk seal has given birth on busy Waikiki Beach. The rarity of these events means they draw a lot of people. But, even if you aren't interested in the seals, you should keep your distance from Hawaiian monk seals on Waikiki beach. … [Read more...] about Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals
Waikiki Sand Replenishment 2 to Finish Early
I've got some good news and some bad news. First, the good news. The much-needed Waikiki sand replenishment 2 is to finish early. But, to finish the project sooner, the vendor handling the project needs to close large swaths of Waikiki Beach for 12 hours per day. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Sand Replenishment 2 to Finish Early
Waikiki Sand Replenishment Round 2 Begins
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
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