Is the black sand beach in Maui on your Hawaii bucket list? Officially Pailoa Beach or Honokalani Beach, the black sand beach near Hana in Maui is among the top attractions on the island. Located inside Waiʻānapanapa State Park, one of the best stops on the Road to Hana, Maui’s black sand beach is spectacularly…
Choosing the best Road to Hana stops for your first drive on the famous route can be a little overwhelming. One of the best things to do in Maui, the Road to Hana drive is on the bucket list of most first-time visitors to the island. And deservedly so…the scenery along the route is breathtaking….
Haena State Park is one of the most visited state parks in Kauai. Home to beautiful Ke’e Beach and the trailhead for the famous Kalalau Trail, Ha’ena State Park is a must-add to your Kauai itinerary! Located literally at the “end of the road” on the island’s north shore, Haena State Park is the gateway…
Planning a Kauai vacation and wondering about the best swimming beaches in Kauai? With more than 50 miles of sandy beaches along its coastline of 111 miles, the Hawaiian island of Kauai lays claim to many of the most beautiful beaches on the planet. But how many of the several dozen beaches on Kauai are…
Featuring some of the most spectacular landscapes in Hawaii, the nine state parks in Kauai deserve top spots on your itinerary for the island. While Kauai does not have any national parks, Kauai’s state parks protect the island’s most treasured landmarks, from the famous cliffs of the Na Pali Coast and the impressive Waimea Canyon…
The Diamond Head Summit Trail is arguably the most popular hiking trail in Oahu. The saucer-shaped Diamond Head Crater is one of the most recognized Hawaii landmarks, and many visitors have the hike to its summit on their Oahu bucket list. With a postcard view of the Oahu coastline at Waikiki, and 360-degree views of…
The Makapuu Lighthouse Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Oahu. With spectacular ocean views and a good chance of spotting marine life and birds, the out-and-back easy to low moderate trail is a wonderful hike to enjoy as a family and one of the best things to do in Oahu. We’ve hiked…
The charming town of Hanalei is one of the must-visit places in Kauai. There are so many fun things to do in Hanalei, and nearby Princeville, from shopping and dining to beaches and views, that you’ll be spoiled for choice. Hanalei is located on the scenic Hanalei Bay, right in the middle of Kauai’s north…
The Garden Isle of Kauai in Hawaii is home to some spectacular gardens, and you’ll find beautiful Kauai botanical gardens on both the north shore and the south shore. If you are a plant lover or garden enthusiast, you’ll definitely want to spend some of your time in Kauai strolling through one (or all!) of…
The Pipiwai Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Maui. A scenic trail that winds through different types of lush tropical forests, the Pipiwai Trail is a moderately challenging hike with a great payoff. If you are looking for the Haleakala bamboo forest hike, it’s the Pipiwai Trail! We hiked the Pipiwai Trail…