Shopping in Pearlridge Center, Aiea, O'ahu, Hawai'i…read more.. Tagging along with Irene, at the Kawaii Friends Fair (upper level of the mall in the Hallmark/Dunkin Donuts wing, formerly known as "downtown")... she pointed out: Sharon Fleur Creations. Specifically, she called to my attention... a Miffy pen topper. I understood what she meant. It was the last Miffy... and it was my chance to create a pen of my choice. I went with the lavender and fuscia themed Miffy and placed a fuzzy ball with a sparkly ball under her... so cute and reasonably priced! Sharon, the vendor, was very helpful and patient! Thank you! Thanks, Irene, for encouraging my crafty side. I'll go back one day and maybe get a cute plushie bag charm or create a keyring!

Bargain treats…read more.. It's so nice to CU in the Pagoda Hotel as this newest addition the the CU Hawaii family has expanded to this newest location which benefits not just the hotel guests but us locals as well with hours from 6am to 11pm daily you're able to get chips from $1.99 or a freshly blended smoothie for this hot summer days or how about a bowl of ramyun of your choice as I did just that along with a seaweed snack for later. The down side is probably the parking though there are some in the back it can get filled if the hotel is busy and once you cook your noodles there aren't any designated tables due to the size of this spot but you do get just about everything offered like any other location...no hot items at the moment as well. With specials like BOGO Musubi or Gimbap or just something to drink where you'll able grab something all chilled and cool for your adventure they have it all right here and in such a super tiny spot they sure made it work. The staff is so nice and friendly and just knowing that there is a spot to grab something bento, Musubi or just a snack they have it here for you and all at a great convenience. Thank you!

Shopping in Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. This location of CU Hawaii is inside of the Pagoda Hotel. Entrance is on the Rycroft Street side for regular customers who are not hotel guests. Service was efficient, helpful and friendly! The interior was cozy, clean, and bright! We got the refrigerated kimbap because it was on sale: buy one, get one free! It was okay... maybe it would be better if it was heated up? It's not as good as a fresh kimbap, but it was convenient and the price was right!

Refreshing beverage in Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. As we were leaving the Kaka'ako Farmer's Market after closing time (noon-ish), this vendor caught my attention: Aloha Juice Jars For just $15, customers get a full 32 ounce glass mason jar full of locally sourced juice! I thought that it was such a good deal - especially on a warm, sunny August day! The guava coconut water was sold out, so I selected a Hibiscus passionfruit tea. Yum! It had no added sugar, so I added some agave at home since it was a bit tart for me. It was just right! Find them every Saturday from 8am to noon on the parking lot side of the Farmer's Market! I'll be back!

Visiting this new Lume' Harmony, K Beauty & Spa located in the Ala Moana Center, Street level shop…read more It's located next door to See's Candies and Lids. Free parking available in the mall. Upon approaching the store, I was greeted by three individuals. It reminded me of those greeters in the Las Vegas Malls and here at AMC , passing out samples for you to try. However, I was given an artificial flower to entice you to walk inside. At the time of visit, I was the only one there besides the employees. Soon after a family walked inside. It's a brightly lit store with pink lighting abound here. Everything is nicely organized with products displayed with some labeled prices. There's even a red light mask you may purchase for @$5,000! I was asked to try an under eye cream. I let the employee place some on and I did feel a tightening of my under eye area. However, I did not immediately notice anything significant in the appearance. Everyone was friendly and this is the first of such Lume' Harmony K Beauty & Spa store that they have opened here. There are plans to open another one on the island. Good luck Lume' Harmony!

A lot of stuff it also has some people set up selling their own personal items and it has a lot of…read moreplaces to eat.

We've all passed here…read more.. For many reasons is there many have since closed and moved on it's so sad to see from way back in the day what this area has been so vibrant and fun location is now bare and depressing. Thankfully there are still many great biz here including Starbucks, McDonald's, Auto Zone, Ono Loco Tacos and Texaco it's obvious of the huge void in a couple of anchor spots and has been for several years and have yet to hear a peep of anyone occupying the vacant spaces. Not sure how this Marketplace is surviving but hoping it does and return back to life like how it used to be especially when they demolish the Aloha Stadium that's a whole new craziness. Thank you!

Really cute and durable LeSportsac bags. I really like the selection. My first LeSportsac bag was…read morea gold shiny parachute material tote. Good value as the bags last forever when taken care of. My mom used hers in a Miami , Florida shopping mall. A group of kids came by and tried to steal her bag. Security chased them away. When she got back to the hotel she noticed a slice mark that was only halfway through the bag. It seems like those punks were trying to slice my moms bag so they could pick up items that spilled from my moms bag. LeSportsac saved my mom from what could have been a horrible experience. Always helpful service from the staff

Originally ,my wife wanted to go to the Waikele Outlets…read more Well we did and there was no LeSportsac store there. Two days later we ended up at the Ala Moana location. She found a bag that she liked. The prices are higher than that of the Waikele Outlet store. The sales person was helpful and pleasant. Enjoy

I came to check out the exclusive Hawaiian merch and was not disappointed! They had them listed for…read more20% off certain styles, making it a great value as a useful souvenir. One pattern was a cute green and flower with hula dancers and the other pattern was Hawaiian themed stamps! This was as of Spring '26.

Auntie Nadine told me that they had the Hello Kitty bags here, so I had to come and check it out. I…read morewas happy to see that it was 50% off, but they didn't have too many designs or bag types to choose from. I like large totes, but they didn't have any, so I settled for a backpack. It was gray and pink; really cute. The salesperson was really helpful. I was being difficult. Every bag is different, because of the design placement. I wanted the one with Hello Kitty in the center with the crown over her head. The salesperson went through the whole stash, but couldn't find one. However, the one sitting in the window display was the one I wanted. That's the one I bought. I appreciate her being patient and helpful.

Looking to shop, grab a bite, get your car serviced, inquire on your cellular needs, do banking…read moreerrands, get lab work done or need to attend to your pets on the Windward side? Head over to Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center (KBSC). Established in 1971, KBSC has been serving the Kamaaina and visitors on the Windward side. It houses big name tenants of Safeway, Goodyear, Long's, Starbucks, Panda Express, L&L Hawaiian BBQ, Central Pacific Bank, First Hawaiian Bank, Hawaii State Federal Credit Union, Petco, 7-11, and Diagnostic Laboratory Services. A lot can be accomplished at KBSC and can get good deals on $5 Fridays at Safeway or grabbing a massive plate lunch from L&L or create your own Chinese plate from Panda's, which makes a popular restaurant for grab and go. The closure of Kaneohe Bakery and Deluxe Pastry Shop in recent years had residents of 96744 yearning for breakfast treats but step in Donut King, which opened earlier this year in KBSC. You can also fill up gas at Kaneohe Bay 76 (Union 76) and grab a Musubi and a slurpee from 7-11 that's conveniently located. You also have a Starbucks and Jamba Juice on property as well. There's lots of parking in this structure which makes it ideal to run errands here but why not 5-stars? Couple years ago they repainted the parking stall lines and decided to make the stall narrower which makes it frustrating at times to park. You will need to pay extra attention, especially when a large number of patrons come to KBSC with trucks and vans. This makes it challenging to park here and many times will witness cars either hugging the lines or clearly pass the borders. KBSC is still going strong with so many options to shop and run errands with lots of parking which makes it a great place for locals and visitors.

TBH, because I'm a Kaneohe girl... BORN & RAISED I might sound a bit BIAS, but I promise IM…read moreNOT! (Most times... ) Anywho, we went here for dinner and I LOVED IT because we could choose from 4 different restaurants AND a grocery store to eat at. PLUS TOO, they stayed open til 9/10pm. Most places like these are closed by 7/8pm because of location or they're in the mall. But here it was really good too because they have other stores nearby. Like LONGS OR WALMART & there was a burger joint on the other side. Even a Jamba Juice. Not sure how long that stays open but, they have a variety of places to eat here! I went to eat at SUMO RAMEN. Dad & the kids went to L&L's and Pandas. Typical LOCALS! I'm the ONLY ONE in the family that LOVES TO EAT AUTHENTIC FOODS! I'm NOT spoiled or ritzy! I was just taught well by an aunty on where to eat and HOW to eat well. My husband on the other hand, was taught how I just EAT! Although my kids DO eat what I enjoy, they will always pick local style foods over ethnic or authentic. But YES! This place is DEFINITELY WORTH THE LOOK! Oh! They also have a GOODYEAR HERE TOO! So if you ever need your tires fixed, go here so you have options to shop around at. And if you're there during the morning or afternoon, well you're in luck cause, they're literally right across the street is the MALL! So you have so much options just stopping off here. Hope you enjoy the food! Or shopping! Thanks for reading. Have a good one!