“When people come to Hawaii, they see beauty, not danger,” said Jason Bitzer, a former Honolulu Ocean Safety member who spent six years lifeguarding at snorkel hot spot Hanauma Bay.

With summer vacation just around the corner, we asked experts, advisors and parents to weigh in on the best summer vacation destinations for families in the US in 2025.

Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images More than 100 newbie snorkellers gathered to get a beneath-the-surface look at the wonder of a marine reserve right here in Central Hawke’s Bay. Reporter Michaela ...

Some of those organizations include Hawaii Marine Animal Response, Hawaii Audobon Society, Oahu Invasive Species Committee, Friends of Hanauma Bay, and so much more. Organizers tell us there will ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: In between surf sessions, refuel with a Banán bowl at its Waikiki Shack off Kalakaua Avenue. The soft serve "ice cream" is made from locally grown bananas with toppings ...

see one of the world's largest dormant volcanoes at Haleakalā National Park and get up close to marine wildlife while snorkeling in Honolua Bay or around Molokini. Then, for an experience you won ...

Hanauma Bay Park visitors swim and enjoy the water. A new Hawaiʻi green fee would would raise the tax that visitors pay for nightly hotel and short-term rental stays by .75% to cover the fee.

This seven-day guide is for travelers looking to discover the islands by hopping from one island to another and snorkeling ... thanks to its small size. North Bay Island is famous for its ...

The previous match of Pigeon Point Skiers against Pirates Bay Raiders was cancelled due to rain. However, in their last outing, Pigeon Point Skiers lost against King Bay Royals by 37 runs.

Be sure to pack along snorkel gear as this beach is a remarkable spot to swim with sea turtles. In fact, most boat charters departing St. Thomas or St. John make a special stop at Maho Bay for the ...