Hawaii drivers can explore the possibility of working as a commercial driver by studying to get a CDL license. The Hawaii Department of Transportation Highways Division issues commercial driver’s licenses in the state. Applicants must first pass a written knowledge test at one of only four driver licensing stations. After passing that test, an applicant ...
Planning to visit soon? Hawaii is an incredibly beautiful place, with daily rainbows, all types of weather and ecosystems, and an astounding variety of flowers. It’s also got its own culture. Visitors who try to learn a little about what to expect will always have a better overall experience. 1. All the streets have the ...
Thirty minutes from Honolulu via the Pali Highway, Kailua on the windward side of Oahu is a classic beach town with a multitude of vacation rentals and bed & breakfasts. Kailua’s beautiful tropical beaches attract many visitors who shy away from tourist spots like Waikiki. Whether you plan on kayaking from Lanikai Beach to Flat ...
Sam Choy is a world-famous chef and a good friend of Emerill Lagasse. Chances are you have seen him on the food network on one of their specials. He is also owner and proprietor of the famous Sam Choy’s restaurants. On a recent lunch excursion I found the best Hawaiian plate lunch on the entire ...
On the island of Oahu in Hawaii, there are many hiking trails available for outdoorsfolk. The Lanipo trail is one of the many, and it’s a tough seven-mile roundtripper. This time, I can’t tell you about the spectacular views. On this day, when I reached the summit of the Ko’olau mountain range, the larger of ...
Roy’s Poipu Bar & Grill in the Poipu Shopping Village is one of several restaurants owned by the famous chef who created the Hawaiian cuisine that has become so sought after when dining on the islands. My husband and I had not been overly impressed with any of our dining experiences in the four prior ...
Beach theme weddings can be a lot of fun to plan and a lot of fun for your guests. While enjoying the natural beauty of the beach, you may want to incorporate a theme into your big day. Words of caution though; don’t overdo your theme. The beach by itself is beautiful enough, so don’t ...
Hawaii has a State Building Code Council that creates a statewide building code. All construction-related individuals and companies need to be aware of how to easily find this set of state building codes. Those who are bound by the codes can then refer to them for compliance questions and problems. Step 1: Learn how state ...
I love ono (‘really tasty’ in Hawaiian and pronounced like “Oh No!” but without the emphasis on each word) food. Ono food with great company, in a great atmosphere lives in my memory for ages. So it is with Hawaii. My memory is seeped with the eclectic tastes of the foods that are available in ...