The best trail on the Hawaiian Islands? Seems superlative. Is there such a trail? The closest trail in my mind that fits this accolade is most likely the Kalalau Trail on Kauai. From the trailhead near Ke’e Beach to the final destination, Kalalau Beach (a beautiful remote beach with land access only by this trail),…
Considering a trip to Maui in winter? Great choice! When winter snow and sleet start wearing you down at home, it’s natural to yearn for the warm weather and sun-kissed beaches of a tropical destination. And Maui, with its many beautiful sandy beaches and waterfront resorts, is our favorite Hawaiian island for a winter vacation….
Napili Beach, in sheltered Napili Bay, is one of the best family-friendly beaches on the sunny, west side of Maui. Napili Bay Beach is a beautiful, centrally located beach, perfect for those living in the condos and resort villas fronting the beach, or those staying nearby at the tourist meccas of Lahaina and Kapalua. The…
Little Beach, Maui! On the southwest side of Maui, in Makena State Park, is this beautiful slice of tropical paradise! Little Beach is a remote, secluded beach, ensconced in the foothills of Pu’u Ola’i, the iconic volcanic cinder cone landmark, with lava rock outcroppings jutting into the ocean on both sides. On our last visit…
Makena Beach is your answer if you want to escape the crowds at Ka’anapali Beach or the other westside beaches on Maui! The most famous and popular of the three South Maui beaches in the secluded and remote Makena State Park, Makena Beach is a well-known local bodysurfing haunt, and is also very popular with…
Garden lover planning a visit to Kauai? Be sure to put Limahuli Garden on your itinerary for the island! One of the best botanical gardens in Kauai, Limahuli Botanical Garden is located on the island’s scenic north shore. In fact, visiting the garden is one of the best things to do on the north shore…
If you are planning to spend a few days in Maui, consider exploring Upcountry Maui! With pleasantly beautiful landscapes, many farms and gardens to visit, and a laid-back ambience, visiting Upcountry Maui allows you to discover a different side of the Valley Isle, away from the beaches and resorts of the west side. While sunset…
Want to explore Maui beyond the beaches? Consider visiting the Iao Valley State Monument, a lush and beautiful Maui state park with great historical significance! Ensconced in the West Maui Mountains, Iao Valley State Monument protects the unique Iao Needle, a rock formation you’ll definitely want to capture on camera. It’s also the place where…
Windsurfing, kitesurfing, parasailing, snorkeling and just plain board surfing! Ho’okipa Beach is a paradise for adventure tourists seeking ocean sports! With extensive, fringing coral reefs providing multiple shore breaks, and consistent winds whipping up towering waves, Ho’okipa Beach Park offers thrilling rides for the experienced and professional surfers year-round! Not a professional surfer? Head to…
Snorkeling and surfing high on your Maui bucket list? Honolua Bay offers some of the best snorkeling, surfing and scuba diving in all of Hawaii! Honolua Bay is a stunning, crescent-shaped bay ringed by steep cliffs, on the northwest side of Maui, a few miles north from the tourist towns of Kapalua, Ka’anapali and Lahaina….