Today is St. Valentine’s Day. And while I’m sending out lots of hug and chocolate kisses to you, I would be remiss if I didn’t remind you that romance – and more specifically, romantic travel ideas – don’t need a special calendar date. So enjoy the romance of the holiday and then make some special [...]
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Romantic Travel Destinations for Every Occasion
I’m frequently asked for some suggestions about where to go for a romantic travel getaway. I always have a few favorites to recommend, but ultimately everyone’s definition of romantic travel or a romantic destination is different. Romance is where you find it, whether that’s a secluded beach or the top of the Empire State Building, [...]
Sweet Island Goodness at Maui Onion Festival
I spend a lot of time in Hawaii, and specifically on Maui, so it’s a downright shame that I’ll be missing this year’s annual Maui Onion Festival. The golden-pale Maui Onions, grown in Kula, have a mild, crunchy flesh and are thought by many to be the sweetest onions in the world. These onions take [...]
Polynesian Cultural Center Invites Visitors to Participate in Island Life
The Polynesian Cultural Center is a popular attraction for visitors to the island of Oahu, and with its new Go Native! programs, visitors will have even more opportunities to learn about the Polynesian culture. Guests will be enticed into participating in traditional aspects of daily life from Pacific island cultures like those of Samoa, Tahiti [...]
Delicious Dining From Oahu’s Food Trucks
Lunch wagons have long been a part of the Hawaiian culture, feeding workers as well as hungry surfers. Lately, though, it seems these 4-wheeled eateries have started providing more upscale, dare I say gourmet friendly cuisine, responding, in large part, to the mobile restaurant trend that’s hot all across the country. Choose from among these [...]
Honolulu’s Punchbowl Honors Veterans
Overlooking the city of Honolulu is the extinct volcano Punchbowl Crater, home to the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, frequently referred to as Punchbowl Cemetery, or simply the Punchbowl. In addition to its tremendous views of the city, Waikiki, Diamond Head, and Pearl Harbor, the Punchbowl is the final resting place for veterans of [...]
Honolulu Pride: Military History in the Islands
It’s easy to be c aught up in the sun, sand, and surf of Hawaii, but the islands are also rich in military history and sites. Although it can be sobering and painful to think about, these military sites deserve a spot on any must-see list. Next time you’re on Oahu, take a beach break [...]
USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor
Honolulu may be known for its sun and sandy beaches, but it is also home to one of the most sobering military history sites that I’ve ever visited — the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. The Memorial, dedicated in 1962, honors the site where World War II began for the United States, with the [...]
Shopping at Hilo Hattie’s
A trip to the islands isn’t complete without a visit to Hilo Hattie’s. Some people might call it touristy, but I think of it as one of the rituals of an island visit. During the 1950-60′s, Hilo Hattie was the stage name for a popular Hawaiian entertainer whose real name was Clarissa Haili. She was [...]
Photo Friday: Hawaiian Sunset
I’m sitting in the rain here in Seattle, feeling wet and cold clear through to my bones. I’m not jetting away to any warm any time soon, so I’ve had to content myself with organizing some photos from warm places. It’s a stretch, I know, but it’s all I have to work with today. This [...]
About MJ
Mary Jo is an avid traveler, and when she’s not on a trip, she’s planning the next one. She always has a bag packed, ready for the next great adventure. In addition to traveling, Mary Jo likes lingering over a cup of coffee, wandering in a museum, sipping wine at a cafe, enjoying a relaxing massage, and sharing it all with friends and readers.
Her most recent travels were to Dublin, Berlin, and Belgium for a European river cruise.
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