Monthly Archives: June 2016

‘Minivan-sized’ Sea Creature Discovered Off Hawaii

(CNN)There are countless creatures on Earth that man has yet to discover. Two Hawaii scientists believe they've come across one of them, and it's a jaw-dropping wonder. A "minivan-sized" sea sponge was discovered deep in the ocean near Hawaii, according to findings published this week in the scientific journal Marine Biodiversity. Scientists aboard the NOAA…
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The Road to Kona

The Kailua Coast is home to the world's most spectacular endurance race, the Ford Ironman World Championship. The race itself is intimidating and grueling. An iron man race consists of a 2.4 mile swim. This one is in the shark infested waters of the ocean. Next comes an intense 112 mile bike ride, and lastly…
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Visit Hawaii Pearl Harbor

When visiting Hawaii most people think of lush tropical trees and white sandy beaches. Hawaii is the perfect spot for relaxing and sipping fruity drinks. There is one somber tourist spot that should not be missed. It is the memorial at Pearl Harbor. Once known only for its ample supply of pearl oysters, Pearl Harbor…
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One-armed Surfer Bethany Hamilton Finishes Third in World Event

One-armed surfer Bethany Hamilton has finished third, a career-best position, in the World Surf Leagues Fiji Womens Pro. The 26-year-old finished in front of the world No1 Tyler Wright and Stephanie Gilmore, a six-times world champion, before losing to the eventual winner, Johanne Defay, in the semi-finals. Beyond stoked to finish 3rd ... as the…
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