In most places people would steer clear of an active volcano, but not Hawaii.

So while in Hawaii we did as the Hawaiians and came to the caldera, the closest spot for viewing the world’s most active volcano, Kilauea. Madame Pele has been pushing lava from this volcano for more than 25 years while the nearby Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea volcanoes stand quietly in full view. [click to continue…]

Ever wonder where that delicious fresh fish comes from? The Elliott kids know.

We met Books Takenaka, assistant general manager at the United Fishing Agency early in the morning to see the freshest catch in Hawaii. The place was crowded with fish and serious fish buyers like George Mavrothalassitis, chef/proprietor of Honolulu’s top-rated Chef Mavro restaurant.

Check out the fresh catch of the day. We had breakfast at Nico’s at Pier 38 where fresh fish and eggs are always on the menu.