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Dog Friendly Beaches on Oahu with a Location Map

Dog Friendly Beaches on Oahu with a Location Map

Dog-Friendly Beaches on Oahu, Hawaii Here is a list of dog allowed beaches on Oahu.  We also listed no-dogs allowed beaches so that you can have the information in one place. Please take care so that we can share the shoreline together without incidents that may cause...

Hawaii’s Favorite 15 Fruits

Hawaii’s Favorite 15 Fruits

Hawaii is not only a lustrous tropical island with fantastic weather, but it is also a wondrous place to try unique fruits. Some of these exotic fruits give off special properties apart from the wondrous flavors they have. These fruits are even able to be bought in a...

The Best Adults Only Resorts in Hawaii

The Best Adults Only Resorts in Hawaii

The Best Adults Only Resorts in Hawaii Looking for an Adults-Only resort in Hawaii? The only true adult-only resort in Hawaii is Hotel Wailea on Maui.  They call themselves "MAUI’S ADULTS-ONLY LUXURY GETAWAY". Coming at a close second is Sensei Lanai, a Four...

Should I Visit Maui in the Aftermath of the Wildfires?

Should I Visit Maui in the Aftermath of the Wildfires?

To be honest, this is currently a sensitive and controversial topic both within the islands and around the rest of the country. The bottom line and current official government and agency directive is that, outside the areas affected by the wildfires, Maui is open for...

Road to Hana – Places to Visit with Mileage Markers

Road to Hana – Places to Visit with Mileage Markers

The Road to Hana is a beautiful scenic drive that with approximately 64 miles along the northeastern coast of Maui, Hawaii. The journey is full of beautiful waterfalls, beaches, and rainforests. We listed the places that you'll want to stop by organized by...

The Best Time to Visit Hawaii

The Best Time to Visit Hawaii

When is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii? For the best times to visit Hawaii, our picks are April, May, September, and October.  While there are many factors to consider -- such as specific activities like whale watching which is primarily available during the...

Hawaii Travel Restrictions

Hawaii Travel Restrictions

Due to COVID, many places throughout the world entered into travel restrictions and Hawaii took a little stronger stand, given that the more isolated location of Hawaii which makes it easier to control the incoming visitors. Also, Hawaii's high elderly population made...

The Best Snorkeling Spots in West Maui

The Best Snorkeling Spots in West Maui

Maui is famous for its drastic landscape with mountain as well as ocean. If we skip snorkeling from favorite things to do in Maui list, then it won't do the justice, because the ocean here is so gorgeous. In many ways, it's nicer than Oahu, simply because not as many...

Island Hopping in Hawaii

Island Hopping in Hawaii

Island Hopping in Hawaii One of the most commonly asked questions Hawaii visitors want to know is about visiting and hopping to another Hawaiian island during their vacation stay. What's the best way to island hop? Is it worth jumping to another island? In...

Packing for Your Hawaii Vacation

Packing for Your Hawaii Vacation

Packing for Hawaii can be an adventure within itself - whether you're going for business, to visit family, attend a wedding, or live out your bucket-list dream vacation, it’s really easy to overpack, under pack, or pack the completely wrong things. In Hawaii, there...

Aweoweo Beach Park and Snorkeling

Want to visit a small, really out-of-the-way beach? Check out this beach park that we accidentally came across. We were in the mode of exploring Oahu's North Shore with no destination in mind. It was one of those journey moments. We were just driving with the...

Little Hidden Gems Around the Island of Oahu

Little Hidden Gems Around the Island of Oahu

As we visited different sites around Oahu, we often came across surprising little hidden gems. These are NOT things that you want it to make it a destination, but if you happen to be there, it will add a little more to your visit. This is a running list, so check back...

Hawaii Islands and Travel Guides

Want to know more about each island? Check out our Island Guides with filled with fun facts, weather, public transportation and more! We hope you have a great time in Hawaii!