Best Hawaii lodging is the third major element for the visitor planning that first Hawaii vacation. And as soon as you know where to sleep, you’ll be concerned with how to get around and how to make the best use … Continue reading
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Best Hawaiian islands: How do you ever pick and choose? The previous blog (Visiting Hawaii) gave an overview of Hawaii designed for the first visitor – or for the repeat visitor wanting some additional commentary. This installment (Best Hawaiian Islands) … Continue reading
Visiting Hawaii – the very idea makes everyone happy. Mainlanders are happy because visiting Hawaii is like stepping into a dream of paradise. And Hawaiians are happy because if we are merely visiting Hawaii, we are not permanently increasing their … Continue reading
Ethics is the topic of two fascinating recent research studies. One of these studies will protect you from an evil vampire boss! The other will make you hesitate before buying or even getting into a self-driving car But first: Ethics … Continue reading
Sleep Better: guest post by Kenny Kline. Everyone wants – and needs – to sleep better. When I started my first business, I thought about prioritizing sleep from day 1. I had read about the big impact sleep has on … Continue reading
Metabolic rate, how fast we burn calories, is the bugaboo of dieting but also the engine of living. If we can set metabolic rate just right we can enjoy high energy, good health and a comfortable body weight. Here’s how … Continue reading
The American Medical Association recently targeted drug ads as a health hazard. Food labels push the same emotional buttons to mislead the consumer. This blog helps filter out the spam and learn the facts about what we put into our … Continue reading
A Maui walk is a healthy (and free) way to enjoy one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations. Here’s a Maui walk with extra attractions: mongooses and zombies! Nola and I enjoy walking for exercise and our home in … Continue reading
Snoring Cures! Do you sound like a freight train at night? Snoring cures are the topic of this blog, following last week’s installment on Snoring Science. Be sure to read that blog for the danger signals that should cause you … Continue reading
Snoring! Outside the bedroom, it’s a joke. But within your sleeping quarters, it’s a deadly serious problem. This is the first of a two-part blog, describing the science of snoring, and the warning signs that should send you to your … Continue reading
Hemingway Champagne is a cocktail that toasts you right back. It says, “Happy New Year! And by the way, you’re witty, sophisticated and good-looking!” This blog traces the history of Hemingway Champagne, an especially pleasant way to enjoy wine. Also, … Continue reading
Meat cancer prevention is at the top of our menu today. This is a follow-up to last week’s post (Bacon Cancer) which discussed the cancer hazards of eating meat. This blog focuses specifically on how we can minimize our risk, … Continue reading
Fava stew is a flavorful way to enjoy the fava bean, a tasty but lesser-known inhabitant of the produce aisle. It’s a healthy food that deserves a spot in your recipe book. More commonly known as broad beans outside the … Continue reading
A medical skeptic is speaking out to warn us! Not just about bloated marketing claims. More importantly, about misleading & inaccurate statements by our respected medical establishment. Read on, and you will be prepared with a large dose of skepticism. However … Continue reading
This WordPress review summarizes my recent experience with WordPress, a powerful and user-friendly website-buildingprogram. It tells why you might want to create a personal website. Then it gives a brief introduction to WordPress. Finally, a WordPress review weighs its … Continue reading
This blog about snorkel skills covers how to select a snorkeling site, when to go snorkeling, and how to enter and exit the water comfortably. This is the third of three blogs that make up Snorkeling 101. Here are the … Continue reading
This blog about snorkel basics covers what to wear when snorkeling; water safety; and commonly encountered issues with breathing and vision. This short course in snorkel basics will ensure that your snorkel adventure is both safe and enjoyable. This is … Continue reading
The perfect snorkel equipment can turn a seaside vacation into an unforgettable experience. Here’s a guide to choosing snorkel equipment that will let you enjoy all the pluses of snorkeling and avoid the inconveniences. The previous blog discussed snorkel versus … Continue reading
Snorkel versus scuba captures the tradeoffs of two great recreational sports. These are great activities to pursue during a Maui vacation, or anywhere in Hawaii or the Caribbean. This blog addresses the pros and cons of snorkel versus scuba. We’ll … Continue reading
Slack key guitar is the secret music of Hawaii. It grew up on the ranches of the Big Island. Then it spread to the other Hawaiian islands as a private tradition for family and close friends. Hawaiians did not share … Continue reading