Tucked away on the Sub Base side of Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, the Dolphin Store is your one -stop-shop for submarine gifts and home decor. During the holidays it is the perfect place to pick up an ornament or a gift for family members who have boat pride. The Dolphin Store Hawaii is a [...]
Story submitted by Kristin Are you stationed on Oahu or headed here soon? We're so lucky we live in Hawaii, and not just because of the beautiful beaches, great weather and endless list of things to do - but because of the incredible food scene! There are so many great restaurants, hole -in-the wall spots, [...]
Kolekole is a family favorite with breathtaking views and cleared paths. Kolekole Trail is located at the end of Trimble Road on Schofield Barracks, approximately half a mile each way and ends at a bench with a scenic overlook. As the trail begins the steps can be a little slippery if it has rained, so [...]
Whether you're new to the island or venturing out to the beach without your spouse for the first time, here is a guide to some of our favorite family-friendly beach spots. These beaches offer the top things I look for when headed to the beach with my little one: parking, options for shade, showers, and [...]
My husband and I spent five years stationed at Pearl Harbor. I had never been to Hawaii when we moved here, and I really didn’t know what to expect. I fell in love with everything about the island and I loved every minute of living there. While I was there, I worked as a travel [...]
One of my favorite things to do when we lived in Hawaii was to rent a pontoon boat and go out to the sandbar in Kaneohe Bay. I learned about boat licensing at MCCS Hawaii when we had about one year left in Hawaii. I wish I had learned about this earlier in the tour, [...]
Looking for some moderate or challenging day hikes on Oahu? Below is a list of some moderate and challenging hikes. Some are challenging due to steepness, others because of the condition of the trail. Either myself or close friends have completed the hikes listed below. There are many other challenging hikes on Oahu, please use [...]
Mele Kalikimaka! The winter holiday season on Oahu is normally a fun time, full of family activities and Christmas spirit. Due to COVID restrictions, the magic of the holiday season will look a little different. Below is a roundup of some of the holiday activities Oahu has to offer in 2020: Honolulu City Lights Photo [...]
Oahu is a great place for a number of different water sports. There are many locations around the island which are perfect for kayaking. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced kayaker, Oahu has a lot to offer—from stream kayaking, to shallow reefs, to ocean kayaking, Oahu has so many options. Below is a brief [...]
