Numerous beachfronts or headlands on Maui with broad ocean sightlines to the west are ideal for watching for the Green Flash at sunset. East-facing shorelines set you up for the less-easily-seen sunrise Green Flash.
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In Hawaii, we have low air pollution and LOTS of horizons — that's why The Aloha State is a great place to see the green flash. If you've booked an all-day tour, such as an Oahu Circle Island Tour, through Hawaii Aloha Travel, ask your tour professional if you can stop and see the green flash if conditions allow.
One hint that's been uncovered is that bioluminescence is most common in Hawaii during the warm summer months. So next time you're taking a stroll down the beach at night, look for the flickers of light in the sand and hopefully you'll witness the bioluminescence of Noctiluca scintillans.
Mysterious green laser beams that were spotted over Hawaii last month most likely came from Chinese satellites, experts said after originally claiming the lights were from NASA.
Because it's a trick of the light, having a clear view of the sunset melting into the horizon is your best chance of seeing the Green Flash while you're in Florida. Spend time on the beach at sunset or join a chartered sunset cruise one evening while you're here.