Burning Feet?

You and your buddy made it to the beach...you both remembered to bring your masks and snorkels, you both remembered to bring your fins, and you even remembered your dive flag.

Defog your Mask Before Every Use

But no one brought the defog. Uh-oh...does this mean you're destined for quickly clouding masks? Sure you can try spitting in your mask before you put it on, but we all know that this trick only works when you have "gooey" spit. Yuck.

Try this Natural Defog

Don't despair...just use this natural trick and you'll be able to see all those beautiful fish without the ick-factor. Find a Naupaka plant, (they're pretty common on the shoreline), pluck one of its thick leaves, and rub the leaf vigorously on the inside of your mask. Then, simply swish your mask through the ocean and slide it into place. Magical (and naturally regenerating) defog!
How do you know which plant is a Naupaka?
Just look for the bright green shrub with "half-flowers".

Naupaka

Read about the legend surrounding the Naupaka's unusual flowers here, and you'll recognize this plant forever.
Of course, if you're planning your snorkel adventure at Anaeho'omalu Bay, be sure to stop by our beach hut on your way to the water and our crew will happily share our defog with you and your buddies!
We're open every day at 7:30am. Call us at (808)886-6666 ext. 101.

Bread Bag Holder Fix

Whether you call them thongs, flip-flops, or "slippah" like we do in Hawaii, if you've worn 'em, we bet you've had a blow out!
Sure you could duct tape a ripped one to your foot...we've even seen people fix them with one of those little plastic bread bag holders. But slippahs always seem to break when you're facing a long hot walk across a parking lot, and who carries duct tape or plastic bread bag holders with them all the time anyway?

Thorn Fix

Next time you're faced with a broken slippah, try this trick. Find a Kiawe thorn (or any other sharp little stick) and pierce it through the slippah stem. It may not last a long time, but it'll last long enough for you to get to a new pair.
Want to avoid this problem entirely? Stop by Ocean Sports at the Queen's MarketPlace or our retail store at the Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort

You'll feel good about these slippahs!

and pick up a pair of FeelGoodz Slippers. Not only do these slippah feel good on your feet, but you'll feel good buying them, knowing they're manufactured with natural rubber, sustainably harvested by Thai craftsman. And even better, Feelgoodz ensures fair-trade practices...empowering local communities with consistent work opportunities -- and that's something we can all get behind!
Visit us every day of the year at both locations, or call us at (808)886-6666.