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The Ultimate Guide to a Beach Day at Lanikai Beach
Some say that Lanikai Beach is the best beach on Oahu. In fact, this beautiful place constantly pops up on lists of the top beaches in Hawaii – and in the entire world. So what makes Lanikai Beach so special? Lanikai translates to “Heavenly Ocean” in Hawaiian, and once you’re here, you’ll see why. Local…
Read MoreBring Your Cool, New Gadgets to Hawaii Beaches
Ready for your trip to Hawaii? If you don’t have the latest cool new beach gear, you may want to take another pass at your suitcase. That’s because there are all sorts of amazing gadgets and gismos designed to make your trip to the beach the best it can be. Read-on to learn more about…
Read MoreRenting a Car in Hawaii? Don’t Be a Victim of a Break-In!
There are few things that’ll put a damper on a long-awaited Hawaii vacation more than having your stuff stolen right out of your rental car. Besides the hassle that comes with filing a police report and dealing with the car rental company, your stuff is now gone! Visitors to Hawaii are often the victims of…
Read MoreHow to save money on your Hawaii vacation
Hawaii is expensive. We can’t deny that, and we’re not going to pretend coming here is going to be cheap. But it just might be the trip of a lifetime. Many of my friends and family who have come to visit me have told me it was the best trip of their entire lives –…
Read More10 things locals want you to know before coming to Hawaii
Tourism is the top industry in Hawaii. With its beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and rich history, it’s not hard to see why. I’ve lived here for years, and I am still in awe of the beauty here every single day! The views never get old, and I never run out of new places to explore.…
Read MoreMovies Filmed in Hawaii: The Ultimate Guide to Film Locations Across the Islands
From Jurassic Park on Kauai to 50 First Dates on Oahu, Hawaii has starred in 100+ films. Here are the best movies filmed across the islands, plus the exact locations you can visit.
Read MoreCheap Activities in Hawaii: 20 Things to Do for Under $20
If you’ve been reading my posts for a while, then you know that I’m all about cheap activities in Hawaii. There are lots of free outdoorsy things to do, like swimming, hiking, and chasing waterfalls. Not only are they incredible experiences, but they are usually free or very cheap. To make it easier to enjoy…
Read MoreIt’s almost whale watching season! Here’s how to see whales in Hawaii
The most wonderful time of the year is whale watching season in Hawaii. Years before we moved to Hawaii, my husband’s family would come to Hawaii in the winter to see whales. They only would come to Hawaii when they knew they could see whales, usually around February. Every winter, over 5,000 humpback whales travel…
Read MoreUrban Legends Hawaii: Spooky Stories Not to Ignore
I love mythology, legends, and spooky stories that leave me thinking about them for days. And the Urban Legends Hawaii offers are no exceptions. As you might know, there are many Hawaiian legends about the different foods and goddesses here in Hawaii that date back many, many years. Some of the warnings they give have…
Read MoreHands-on Experiences in Hawaii
Hawaii is a great place to learn something new and expand your horizons. There are so many different activities to do here that you may never get to try at home. You can learn how to make chocolate, learn to canoe, go on a photography tour, and even learn how to hula. Today, I’m going…
Read MoreWhere should you stay on the Big Island?
Are you thinking about going to the Big Island? The Big Island is so big and there is so much to do there that the options can be overwhelming! Many visitors to the Big Island end up staying in a couple of different places. They make it into a road trip, staying in a couple…
Read MoreFirst time to Hawaii? Here your Oahu must-dos.
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…
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