Hawaii Vacation Blog

Your first trip to Hawaii can be overwhelming. There is just so much to do and see here! There are mountains to climb, waterfalls to discover, and historical sights to check off of your bucket list. But you also want to relax, have a few cocktails, and eat some good food. How do you find […]

Our National Parks are treasures. They are places that offer us a chance to truly get away from it all, to learn about history, and to connect with nature. The untouched land, pristine beauty, and sights that you cannot see anywhere else bring people together from all over the world. With Park Rangers available to […]

We all know about Oahu’s must-do activities, like Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, and the Dole Plantation, just to name a few. But if you want to discover something different, there are lots of unique things to do in Hawaii. In fact, some of the activities are distinctively quirky!  We put our heads together and made […]

Even if you are not an avid hiker, I think that most people who come to Hawaii will enjoy trying at least one hike. But what if you have never hiked before? Don’t worry! Out of all of the islands, I think that Oahu is the perfect island to begin hiking on. Many state-maintained trails […]

Hiking in Hawaii can be great exercise and a unique way to see the islands’ beauty. But it can also be dangerous, especially on difficult trails, in extreme weather, or when you’re unprepared.  But that shouldn’t deter you from making these treks. Instead, follow along as we outline our favorite tips and resources for hiking […]

I recently returned from another trip to the Big Island. But there is so much to do there that I am already planning to go back in December. So, I’ve got the Big Island on my mind a lot lately. The Big Island is rightly named because it is very big. It’s bigger than all […]

Whether you had your dream wedding thirty years ago or eloped in a small ceremony two years ago, Hawaii is the perfect place to renew your wedding vows. If you are planning a romantic vacation to Hawaii, why not use the backdrop of the beautiful sunsets and sandy beaches to renew your vows? A  Hawaiian […]

As promised, I’m back this week with another post about free things to do in Hawaii. I’ve been working my way around the Hawaiian islands, discovering the best things to do for free, so make sure to check out my posts, 10 Free Things To Do On Kauai, 10 Free Things To Do On The […]

I’m so excited to share with you one of my favorite trails here on Oahu today. I hike the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail as often as I can because these views never get old. At only two miles-round trip, The Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail in Waimanalo is a short but beautiful trail. Located on the most southeastern […]

It’s actually possible to find free things to do during your Hawaii vacation, even if you don’t want to sit on the beach your entire time here. We’ve got the top things to do in Kauai for free that are lots of fun. Do you see a trend emerging here? I’m always looking for a […]

Last week, I wrote all about the best free things to do on Oahu. And when I went to the Big Island a few months ago, I was on a tight budget. So, I was interested in finding the best free things to do in Hawaii Big Island. During the process, I learned that there […]

A Hawaii packing list seems pretty straightforward. All you really need are some shorts and tops, a bathing suit, and a camera, right?! But there are a few things you might not think to bring that you will definitely want once you get here. The changing weather, hot sun, and different activities that you will […]