When I talk to tourists who have just been to the islands, their reviews are usually dominated by their newfound love for Hawaiian island food. I love hearing their reviews of poke (island fish) and laulau (pork wrapped in taro leaf.) There’s a good chance that they went to a Hawaiian Luau and visited local
Sun exposure in Hawaii is not a joke. Visitors to the islands suffer from painful sunburns on the first day of their vacation and it can make the rest of the week unpleasant. Sunscreen is important! Sun Exposure in Hawaii Means Direct Sunlight We all know how the Northern Hemisphere of the Earth tilts towards
What Does the Law Say about drones in Hawaii? Drones in Hawaii are considered to be unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and are allowed in the islands for recreational use without a permit. However, there are restrictions. For example, it must be registered with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and must abide by certain restrictions. Certain
What Makes Diamond Head Beach Great Reason #1: Secluded Beach Diamond Head beach is relatively secluded compared to most beaches in the area. That Kahala area has a lot of attractions and residential areas, so it can be congested during peak tourist times. The last time I was at Diamond Head beach was the week
Cromwells is Centrally Located The beach is close to places like Kahala Mall, Waikiki and some popular eateries. It is centrally located to these places that make it a hot spot beach to go to. This is one reason why locals love Cromwells Beach. One of my favorite things to do is pick up a
The Makapuu Lighthouse hike is fun, easy and kid-friendly. It offers some amazing views, like most hikes in the islands do, and readily available parking! That’s always a plus, especially in Hawaii. The hike also offers some hidden secrets that I love most about it, like geocaching and tidepools. Makapuu Tidepools A set of unique
Go Early in the Morning The Kokohead hike gets a lot of sun at its location. There is minimal (none) shade along the hike, so you are in direct sunlight for the entire hike. This can make the hike more exhausting. The sun and heat can drain you. This is why I recommend starting the
The Diamond Head hike is inside the Diamond Head State Monument on the island of Oahu on the south shore nearby Waikiki Beach. It’s a short simple hike that attracts many tourists every year. Amazing View at the Top This may sound cliche because every hike has an amazing view at the top. This diamond
Our Favorite East Oahu Neighborhood #1: Hawaii Kai Hawaii Kai is a residential area with many homes, townhomes and some condominium buildings. Although there are some high rises in this area, it’s not like the Waikiki area or your typical urban neighborhood. Hawaii Kai is home to young families, and retirement age groups. There are
Why Oahu is the ideal Hawaiian Island Reason #1: Mountains Everywhere I have many reasons why I believe Oahu is the ideal Hawaiian island. All neighborhoods and suburban clusters on O’ahu are within a close range of mountains. The two mountain ranges on O’ahu are the Ko’olaus and the Waianae ranges. The Waianae is on
Hiking on Oahu is a different experience compared to your previous hiking adventures. You’ll need some Oahu hiking tips. Hiking in the islands is amazing, beautiful, fun and will most likely be a new outlook for those not from the islands. Tropical climates make for challenging courses and high humidity levels can sometimes be uncomfortable.
How Hawaii water sports are different from mainland lake life #1 - Less Equipment As someone who has practiced a variety of water sports both in the islands and in Nevada, I’ve got some good insight on the difference between both. The primary difference is the lack of necessary equipment needed to enjoy the water sport
