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Early this morning an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 originated near the central coast of Chile. Due to the proximity of the epicenter, tsunami warnings have been issued in the Pacific area, including Hawaii. Tsunami wave activity is being recorded and monitored by the National Weather Service (NOAA) which issued the following statement: “A TSUNAMI HAS BEEN GENERATED…
Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman (aka Dr. Beach), Director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research released his list of Top 10 Beaches for 2009. He uses a multitude of criteria to evaluate beaches, which includes water and sand quality as well as safety, facilities and environmental management. The Traveling Mamas love Hawaii, but we’re…
A couple of weekends ago I was supposed to be in Missouri’s Wine Country. I was looking forward to spending a few days with the other mamas at Travel Media Showcase, and then I was to take a train to Hermann, MO to begin exploring the area. Thanks to Gustav, my plans were foiled. No…
Ko Olina. Just the word emits sighs from people when I asked for directions, as if I would be visiting a sacred place. “Oooh. You are going to Ko Olina? Niiiiiiice!” was the typical response from locals on Oahu. I was so excited. I had a rental car and I took off to explore the…
My travel companion and I decided to relax during our visit to Westin Maui Resort and Spa. The two of us spent a day enjoying lomi lomi massages at The Heavenly Spa while the other Mamas went hiking. We found out that the lavender spa products being sold were made right there on Maui. So…