UPDATED MAR 2020. Today was such a beautiful Aloha Friday. Traveling down the highway to one of my favorite beaches, I looked out the window to see the sun was shining down, creating an Edward Cullen-like sparkle on the surface of the ocean as the rays met the water. It was the perfect day to be outdoors and the perfect…
UPDATED MAR 2020. Experiencing a luau is one of the highlights of a visit to Hawaii but with so many to choose from it is hard to know which one is the best option. In today’s post, I am sharing a guide on what is, in my opinion, the best luau on Oahu. It’s a place that takes you far…
UPDATED MAR 2020. Let’s face it, playing tourist can be a lot of fun and Oahu is a great place to do it. Here is the ultimate Oahu tourist bucket list to give you all the things you just can’t miss out on when you visit. I hope this can help take the stress out of your trip planning and…
UPDATED MAR 2020. Maunawili Falls is one of the most popular waterfall trails on Oahu and it is one of my personal favorite waterfalls to visit. You can expect to get wet and muddy as well as hike through a gorgeous setting and swim under a jungle waterfall. Here’s a practical guide with everything you need to know to plan…
UPDATED MAR 2020. You don’t have to be a super-confident or experienced hiker to enjoy some of the incredible hiking trails that Oahu has to offer. I was once in the space where I wanted to try some trails but wasn’t sure where to go or if they’d be OK for me as a beginner and usually solo. This is…
UPDATED MAR 2020. One of the most asked questions I have gotten lately is ‘where can I swim with turtles on Oahu’. To be honest, the simple answer is everywhere. I swim with turtles all the time and at almost every area of the island. It’s just been a matter of whether they were cruising around at the same time that…
UPDATED MAR 2020. Once upon a time, in WWII, a railway was built here to be used as a means of transporting soldiers to the lookouts at the top of Koko Head. The old railway line remains, though nowadays it is covered by the foot traffic of hikers and trail runners who want to conquer the stairs. It’s simple – a…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Solo adventure?!? I can hear you already. *Celine Dion’s ‘All by Myself’ begins playing in your head* Now, now, breathe in, breathe out and read on. It’s not as scary as you think – and not as dramatic as Celine makes it seem! It sounds weird to some people but I love to go on adventures by…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Makapuu Tide Pools are truly something out of a ‘world’s most beautiful places’ magazine! It’s such a dreamy spot to spend time in nature and you also get the added benefit of the lighthouse trail to do before or after so you can enjoy the spectacular views. With hiking, swimming, exploring, and beautiful views, it’s the perfect…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Whether you are living in Hawaii and looking for some adventure inspiration, or live elsewhere and are simply looking for a little virtual escape to Hawaii, get your scrolling thumb ready because I have a treat for you. Here are my picks for the 15 best Hawaii Instagram accounts that will serve both purposes. These are accounts that…