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If you’re looking for a fresh way to make the most of your Halloween this year, look no further than the city of Kapolei. Halloween is an exciting time for us here on the island of Oahu, and it presents a unique chance for you to get involved with the local community. Here are a few Halloween in Hawaii happenings to look out for this year: Kona Nui Nights It’s a good idea to head to the island early, so that way you can enjoy the entire day of Halloween

Early September is a wonderful time of year to come and visit us here in Kapolei. The weather is pleasant, the island is alive and thriving, and the three-day weekend that Labor Day affords us is the absolute perfect time to get on a plane and hop over to see us! Kapolei But how can you make the most of Labor Day in Kapolei? Let us help you out with some of our favorite things to do here. Saturday Make Saturday your beach day! Everyone comes to Hawaii for the

Planning on taking a trip and not sure which option is best for you? Here are a few tips to help you get started on planning the perfect getaway. Vacation Rentals A vacation rental might be a better option if you are traveling with more than one couple, as a family, or a group of friends. The cost tends to be cheaper than renting more than one hotel room if you are staying for a longer period. Many rentals require a minimum stay, usually 3-7 nights. A Vacation Rental can

The summer sun can be serious business by the seaside. Check out our top five favorite ways to beat the heat: Chill Out at Papalua Shave Ice Papalua Shave Ice is a great place to step out of the sun and enjoy something refreshingly cold. This place is loved by the community and tourists alike. This little kiosk comes with various fruity flavors, and you can even get your shave ice in Kapolei with Mickey ears! Cool off Your Way at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt Enjoy a DIY dessert at Menchie’s

With its plentiful beaches, beautiful weather, and friendly locals, Kapolei in the summertime is one of the best island vacations you could ever take. Here are a few Kapolei attractions you’ll want to make some time for while you’re here: Kapolei Attractions – Paradise Cove Beach Paradise Cove Beach is a place of wonder. With shallow, crystal clear waters and abundant local wildlife (sea turtles, seals, and tropical fish galore) you’ll be right up close and personal with all the loveliest parts of Hawaii. Once you arrive, you’ll never want

  TRAIL NAME: Aiea Loop Trail DIFFICULTY: Easy LENGTH: 4.8-mile loop FEE: None WHERE: 99-1849 Aiea Heights Drive, Aiea If you’re looking for a hike that’s not too strenuous (no rock-climbing, no ropes, no stairs) but immerses you in a lush forest with native trees and plants, consider the Aiea Loop Trail. This pleasant 4.8-mile hike runs along the west side of Hālawa Valley, with views of Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head and the Ko‘olau Mountains.  Since it’s a loop, you’ll never get bored as each view will be different.  At the trailhead, there’s ample parking

Locals tend to shy away from the tourist spots because we go to these destinations for school excursions. So a couple of us decided to go visit the Polynesian Culture Center in Oahu from a tourist’s perspective. Gaining a New Perspective at the Polynesian Cultural Center We scheduled our day and transportation so that we could experience everything that the center had to offer without any hesitations and I’m glad that we did. The Polynesian Culture Center is an all-day affair, and the last thing that we wanted was to worry

While at Just Tacos this past Tuesday for Taco Tuesday, three of us decided to hike the Ka’ena Point Trail on Saturday (perhaps after a beer….. or two). Jack & Mike, who do a lot of our maintenance work, as well as myself, agreed to meet at 7:00 AM to get an early start. As happens in our business, an AC repair came up on Saturday morning so we didn’t get to the trailhead until about 9:30. The Kaena Point Hike Trail The trailhead is at the West end of Yokohama Bay, (which, by

Aloha Pumehana. If you are reading this article, you are likely looking for some true relaxation while coming to stay with us here at Ko Olina on Oahu. First, you should know that regardless of where you are staying at Ko Olina, all of these Ko Olina yoga spots are walkable. So grab your yoga mat, coffee, champagne, or favorite book and walk out. We suggest leaving the car keys and the cell phone at your Beach Villa or hotel room. These moments are all about YOU! Our Favorite Spots for Solo

For decades travel agents have provided a valuable service by putting together the best deals for travelers. Travel Agents do all the research for us to be able to provide us with the convenience of bundling Hawaii packages that include lodging (hotel or vacation rental), ground transportation (airport shuttle, car or van) and air. You can book many of these package deals with Ola Properties’ rooms. Packaging travel partner giants like Pleasant Holidays, Journese, AAA Travel, All About Hawaii, United Vacations, Mark Travel, Fun Jet Vacations, and Blue Sky Tours