Ukulele-Hawaiian Musical Instrument

ALOHA!!!
Music runs deep in the Hawaiian culture. It surrounds you everywhere from the moment you land on any island in Hawaii. It truly springs out the festive nature of the locals. Dance & music is as integral to them as eating daily.

One of the most interesting Hawaiian musical instruments is Ukulele. Size doesn't matter as this is a mini looking guitar but a powerful one creating melodious rhythms. I bought an Ukulele as a keepsake during my 1st visit to Honolulu & play it for fun occasionally. The local musicians create magic with Ukulele and one transcends instantaneously to the tropical feel.

From Waikiki beach in Oahu to all hotels on Waikiki coast, muscians play Ukulele to entertain and entice their guests. You can't escape the melodious Ukulele on your visit to Hawaii.
Enjoy!
MAHALO!!!

Hawaii - ABC Stores

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This store was my one-stop-shop for almost everything that I needed on the islands. ABC stores are at every nook and corner in almost all Hawaiian Islands especially in Waikiki, Oahu. The stores offer fancy merchandise for tourists with pictures or map of Hawaiian islands on them ranging from postcards, cups, caps, t-shirts, towels, key-chains, imitation Hawaiian jewelry, tote bags, purses etc. You can buy a gift or memorabilia of any price range/budget at ABC Stores.

Also, in case you didn't read my previous article on the list of essential items to pack for Hawaii & there are any items that you forgot to carry, you'd find them right here. Swimwear, flip-flops, swimming floats, shorts, cotton clothing, surfing boards, sunscreen lotions/gels, aloe-vera gel etc. Something that would definitely catch the eye and tempt the shopping bug in you is Hawaiian shirts & shorts for men as well as Hawaiian sarongs & dresses for women. Those bright colors and exquisitely large floral prints are hard to miss.  All women would definitely and almost instantly buy the delicate and beautiful flower garlands, bracelets and hair accessories. It's a MUST!

Enjoy shopping & adorn the Hawaiian specialties and feel one with the islands. It's a natural sense of belonging at Hawaii.

Mahalo!

Hawaii - What to pack? The essential list!

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Well, there are somethings that you can't do without if you are planning a trip to any of the scenic Hawaiian islands. This list of essentials shall definitely come in handy.

1. Sunscreen, sunscreen & lots more sunscreen. At least SPF 50 - lotion, spray, gel- whatever you like.

2. Aloe gel - to apply on sunburns or rashes. It cools skin really well. Easily available at pharmacies in the US or buy it in Hawaii.

3. Flip-flops/Slippers/waterproof floaters

4. Sport Shoes - for those beautiful hiking/biking escapades

5. Camera- Well don't forget to carry your camera charger as you might get so absorbed soaking your lens in the beauty that soon you may face the unthinkable - running out of battery. I dread the thought of it.

Take this tip seriously or else you'll find yourself exclaiming, "This can't happen to me!"

6. Sweatshirt/Jacket - Especially if you are planning to view the heavenly sunrise from Haleakala - Maui

7. Hat or cap

8. Sporty sunglasses for Beach Volleyball, pool games and just about anytime on the beach

9. Flashlight - For Haleakala Sunrise - Maui, Moonwalk (discovering volcanoes) - Big Island

10. Cool cotton clothing & beachwear/swimwear

11. Light rain jacket - Especially if you are planning to visit any rain-forests in Hawaii or plan to take the famous drive Road To Hana - Maui.

Explore & have fun!

Mahalo!