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Wahine Kauai Hike and Meditation Event
February 4, 2020
Coming February 22, 2020. Aloha! Mary Susan Stults and the folks at Strong as a Woman Summit are hosting a free adventure on the beautiful Garden Isle, titled Wahine Kauai Hike and Meditation Event. It’s a chance to join other women on a hike, guided meditation, and picnic lunch (bring your own favorite meal). The location […]
Top Skin Care Products of 2019
December 11, 2019
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2019 reviews in the Skin Care Products category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the best accessory for long hair, PRO Hair Ties, with an easy release clasp that opens […]
Kōkua Sun Care Hawaiian Natural Zinc Sunscreen SPF50
March 13, 2019
Ready for some sun? We sure are, and Kōkua Sun Care Hawaiian Natural Zinc Sunscreen SPF50 is ready to help protect our skin! The packaging has a retro feel to it, but it is anything but retro. After many years of research, the ideal formulation was developed using non-nano, natural zinc oxide and 23 antioxidant […]
Turkey Trot 10-Mile Training Run
November 6, 2018
Coming November 22, 2018. Burn those calories for your Thanksgiving feast at the Turkey Trot 10-Mile Training Run! Presented by the Honolulu Marathon Clinic, this popular race is designed to prepare to complete a marathon. Instead of the usual fastest runner wins, this one declares the winner as the runner who finish closest to their […]
The Pacific Alone: The Untold Story of Kayaking’s Boldest Voyage
October 2, 2018
One of the greatest kayaking feats ever completed – the solo journey from California to Hawaii. In Dave Shively’s book, The Pacific Alone: The Untold Story of Kayaking’s Boldest Voyage, he chronicles the amazing odyssey that Ed Gillet accomplished in the summer of 1987. Starting in Monterey, California, Gillet set out in a 20 foot, […]
Siren Surf Adventures – Hawaii
September 26, 2017
Coming October 2 and 16, 2017. Aloha! Yes, the leaves are turning and the weather’s cooling, but in Hawaii, it’s all sun, surf, and fun! The folks at Siren Surf Adventures are offering weeklong, all-women adventures in the warm waters of Oahu. All levels of surfing ability are welcome, and the small group size of only 5 people […]
‘Ohana Organics
March 13, 2017
Fresh off the farm! ‘Ohana Organics is a family-run business that grows all the certified, organic herbs and botanicals that are used in their amazing products. Their Shea Butter Creams have a nice thick texture and have enough power to tackle those wind-parched hands, rough elbows, and cracked heels (plus they smell amazing!). Their Face and Body […]
Waiākea Hawaiian Volcanic Water
March 2, 2017
A premium water with a triple bottom line – healthy, sustainable, and ethical. That’s a tall order, and we think that Waiākea is succeeding at it beautifully. First, there’s no arguing that it’s healthy since it is pure water from the snowmelt (yes, Hawaii does get snow!) and the rain on the peak of the active […]
Anahola Granola
February 24, 2017
A taste of Hawaii! You will just gobble up the delicious, handmade Anahola Granola products and be happily transported to the Islands. Fresh, local, natural ingredients like Hawaiian honey, unsweetened coconut, dried mango, papaya, pineapple, and of course, macadamia nuts are used in their granolas, trail mix, and MacaMania bars. The bars are temptingly moist […]
Great Aloha Run
January 18, 2017
Coming February 20, 2017. As if anyone needs a reason to go to Hawaii… it’s the Great Aloha Run during President’s Day weekend! This very popular race welcomed over 24,000 runners last year to an 8.15-mile course that is relatively flat. The race starts at the Aloha Tower in downtown Honolulu, follows along the historic […]
Hapalua – Hawaii’s Half Marathon
March 21, 2016
Coming April 10, 2016. Sun, sand, and malasadas! The Hapalua (half in Hawaiian) is known as Hawaii’s Half Marathon and takes place in the state’s capital of Honolulu. A scenic course starts you off at the famous Duke Kahanamoku statue, the iconic Waikiki statue of “The father of modern surfing”, then takes you through the […]
Hawaiian Journeys
November 5, 2015
A Hawaiian-style glamping experience. Hawaiian Journeys, located on the island of Hawaii (AKA The Big Island), is a collection of yurts half way between Kailua Kona and Hilo in Ocean View at an elevation of 3000′. These are fully furnished yurts with beds and linens, kitchenette facilities, ensuite bathrooms, BBQ grills, fire pits, heaters, and […]
Maui Natural Organics
September 15, 2015
Love Hawaii? Now you can bring that island feel home with Maui Natural Organics products! We had the pleasure of trying out their Monoi of Maui and Haiku Natural Organics Monoi Oil. Both great products are produced in small batches by hand and contain natural coconut oil infused with flowers and herbs grown on their […]
Maui Ocean Center
August 4, 2015
A sparkling gem on the Valley Isle! At the Maui Ocean Center, take an underwater tour of Hawaii’s marine life with over 60 exhibits and hands-on activities showcasing thousands of colorful, tropical fish, gnarly sea turtles, ominous sharks, and more. You’ll appreciate the informative presentations by ocean naturalists sharing interesting facts and stories about the […]
2016 Great Pacific Race
January 26, 2015
Coming 2016. Start training now for the Great Pacific Race of 2016. This is an extreme endurance race with ocean row boats (yes, ROW boats!) and crews of 2 or 4 people competing to cross the Pacific Ocean from Monterey, California to Waikiki, Hawaii. Last year’s inaugural race had 13 crews, of which 7 successfully […]
Na Pali Race
July 24, 2014
Coming August 3, 2014. What better setting than the Na Pali Coast of Kauai for an SUP race? The Na Pali Race offers paddleboarders the opportunity to experience this spectacular and challenging destination with a 17-mile course from Haena Beach Park to Polihale State Beach Park. Expect strong currents, waves, and winds, but for those […]
Waikiki Roughwater Swim
June 25, 2014
Coming September 1, 2014. We have all heard of the famous Waikiki Beach – you know, the beautiful, white sand beach with surfers and sun bathers in Honolulu on the island of Oahu. On Labor Day, open water swimmers will hit the waters for this 3.8 km course starting at Sans Souci Beach, cover the […]
XTERRA Trail Run World Championship
June 12, 2014
Coming December 7, 2014. Another reason to go to Hawaii (not that you needed one!)…the annual XTERRA Trail Run World Championship will be held at the beautiful Kualoa Ranch on the northeastern side of Oahu, just 45 minutes from Honolulu. This 4,000-acre working cattle ranch was the sight of many television shows and Hollywood films […]
Duke’s OceanFest, Hawaii
May 23, 2014
Coming August 16, 2014. A-lo-ha! Head to the gorgeous island of Oahu for Duke’s OceanFest. Held in honor of Hawaiian, Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, Olympic medal winner and widely regarded as Hawaii’s greatest athlete and the father of modern surfing. Nine days filled with ocean sports galore on world renowned Waikiki beach. There’ll be longboard surfing, […]
Molokai-2-Oahu Paddleboard World Championships
March 4, 2014
Coming July 27, 2014. Hawaii in the summer? Yes, please! We realize that it’s a little early to be thinking about summer vacation, but there are a limited number of spaces for the Molokai-2-Oahu Paddleboard World Championships, and we wanted you to be given the opportunity to participate. Registration opens on March 15th for individuals […]
Travaasa Hana, Hawaii
January 27, 2014
Paradise in Maui. The award-winning Travaasa Hana is a slice of the real Hawaii – tranquil, secluded, beautiful views of the ocean, and palm trees. Accommodations in luxurious cottages or spacious suites and plenty of activities ranging from authentic Hawaiian activities like bamboo pole fishing, hula lessons, and coconut husking to active adventures like gliders, […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2013: Escaping the Cold Weather!
January 10, 2014
We TrailblazerGirls love being outdoors, but this cold weather has us dreaming of a nice, warm day in the sun. The TrailblazerGirl team wants to share their top 3 picks from the 2013 reviews for ways to escape the cold weather. First off, head over to the Big Island of Hawaii and check out Kona […]
Volcano House Cabins, Hawaii
November 26, 2013
Camping next to Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes? Well, maybe not next to, but within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park where Kilauea is located. The Volcano House Cabins on the Big Island of Hawaii have been recently refurbished and offer a unique camping experience. These cute A-frame camper cabins are basic accommodations with […]
Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden
November 21, 2013
Coming March 8, 2014. Grab 4 of your favorite TrailblazerGirl-friends and sign up for the Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden! The very first ekiden originated in Japan and was a long-distance relay running race held in 1917, and was run over three days between the old Japanese capital of Kyoto and the modern capital of Tokyo, a […]