Ukuleles are making a comeback recently. With the resurgence of Americana-style folk and alt-country music, newer bands are taking a keen interest in some of the traditional musical instruments associated with the genre. Alongside banjos and fiddles, ukuleles are one of the most popular featured instruments. While those who are…
Those who are looking for vacation rentals at Kolea in Waikoloa might also be interested in knowing about some of the natural history of the islands. Hawaii, like a number of island chains, was created by volcanoes below the surface of the ocean. The earth’s crust can be described by…
Some people looking at vacation rentals at Kolea in Waikoloa might be interested in some of the Native Hawaiian cultural practices. Live music performances are among the many things that visitors to the islands can look forward to and there are a number of instruments that are traditional and those…
One of the most sobering, memorialized events during the WWII conflict is the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. Today, Pearl Harbor stands as a symbol of sacrifice and the effects of war, making it a popular, yet sobering, tourist spot for people to pay their respects and remember…
Hawaii is rich with history, people, culture, and legends. All of these aspects have shaped the values and lifestyle of the state’s people, and understanding what makes the Hawaiian people who they are can help us all appreciate Hawaii a little bit more, whether you are planning a vacation…
Hawaii is well known for its beautiful beaches, varying landscapes, relaxing island living, and of course our vacation rentals in Kolea! Not many vacationers realize, however, that from the times of ancient Hawaii to our modern day, there are several legends that have been passed down that relate to the…
People choose to vacation in Hawaii because it is an experience of a lifetime that they have never had before. They get to see and do things they have only been able to imagine and enjoy everything that comes with a tropical island getaway. In addition to the volcanoes, sandy…
When people think of Hawaii, the iconic image that almost inevitably pops into their heads is volcanoes. Volcanoes are responsible for the formation of all the Hawaiian islands, and active volcanoes are still building Hawaiian real estate even today. The US Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii…
There are several different types of vacations you can take when you want to go to Hawaii. Some people want their trip to Hawaii to be relaxing. Others want to have adventure. Some want to visit a particular island, and some don’t even know which island they want to visit…
