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Makapu’u Lighthouse: A History

Since improvements were completed in 2015, the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail has become one of the most popular hiking destinations on Oahu. It is also historically…

Sports Fandom in Hawaii

After what was arguably the most exciting Super Bowl in NFL history, it’s interesting to take a look at Hawaii’s unique culture of Hawaii sports…

Waimea, Hawaii Island – Cowboy Country

At an elevation of a half-mile above sea level (2,667 feet), Island is somewhere between heaven and earth. It’s vast, rolling pastures and stands of…

10 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…

Cheap 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…

Urban 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…

First 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…

10 Quirky & Unique Things to Do in Hawaii 

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…

Don’t Make These Mistakes on your Hawaii Vacation

Many people come to Hawaii for the very first time not knowing much about it. That’s where we come in. Since we are not a…

10 Free Things to Do in Hawaii Big Island

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…

Lookout Oahu! The 6 Best Hawaii Lookouts

One thing that I love about Oahu is that it’s a very accessible island. You can see a lot of beauty and get a feel…

Where Can You See Lava, Visit a Planetarium, and View Hawaiian Artifacts? Bishop Museum!

While museums probably aren’t the first thing that you think about when you think of Hawaii, there are many museums to explore here. You will…