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10 Must-Have Accessories for Your Hawaii Vacation

Everyone knows the obvious things to bring for their vacation to Hawaii. Things to wear like a bathing suit, walking shoes, sunglasses, maybe an oversized…

This Way To Historic Haleiwa Town

If you’re visiting Hawaii, you’ve got to spend time in Haleiwa Town. This coastal area has the ultimate North Shore, small-town vibes. So step into…

World Class Waves in Southeast Oahu

The island of Oahu is home to a handful of the most famous and iconic surf breaks in the world. The Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay,…

The Best North Shore Food Trucks (and Where to Find Them!)

Oahu’s North Shore food trucks have become nearly as famous as the area’s big-wave surfing and laid-back vibes. If you’ve ever driven to the North…

Roseanne Barr Hawaii Farm & the World’s Most Expensive Nuts

Wondering about Rosanne Barr and her Hawaii farm? The TV star owns a 40-acre macadamia nut farm on the Big Island. It has over 4,000…

Haleiwa will always be country

Known as the country of Oahu (and opposite of ‘Town’ a.k.a Honolulu), Haleiwa is a quaint little place on the north shore with a history…

Hawaii First-Timers Tips

Why First-Time Travelers Need a Plan Hawaii is one of the most popular vacation spots in the world, and for good reason. With eight islands—four…

Having Hiking Etiquette

A recent hike I did on a narrow rocky trail in Makiki got me thinking a lot about the etiquette of hiking. For instance, who…

My Favorite Beaches on Kauai

Kauai, the oldest island within Hawaii’s chain, is known for its relaxed, quiet, and relatively unpopulated beaches. Fifty miles of white sand adorn this garden…

Hawaii Pineapples: What to Know Before Your Next Tropical Treat

Hawaii Pineapples seem to go hand-in-hand with swaying palm trees and dazzling beaches. It’s as though the pineapple has been in Hawaii longer than people….