The majestic Road to Hana is a beautiful stretch of pristine coast and jungle that traces the island of Maui’s rugged NorthWest shore. As we wrote in our Insider’s Guide to Maui, the twisting, turning drive is full of stunning waterfalls, enchanting rainbow eucalyptus trees, bright, exotic flowers, and the incredible, enlivening smell of fresh […]
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The 9 Best Hotels in Waikiki & Honolulu
Looking to relax and restore your senses on Hawai’i’s most popular travel destination? O’ahu, Hawai’i is an island that offers a little bit of something for everyone: beautiful beaches, a fashionable shopping scene, lovely restaurants, hiking, ample water sports, North Shore adventures, beautiful coastal drives, glorious farmers markets, Hawai’i’s best shave ice, and more. Accordingly, […]
An Insider’s Guide to O’ahu, Hawai’i (25 Coolest Things to Do)
O’ahu, Hawai’i is a very unique and special island, often described as “Hawai’i’s gathering place” because of how it’s positioned, culturally and otherwise, as the island’s ambassador to the West. Honolulu, the state capital, is located here, and it’s the most urban region of Hawai’i. Ultimately, its accessible accommodations, navigability, and friendly cosmopolitanism make O’ahu […]
The 11 Best Coffee Shops in Honolulu, Hawai’i
Here’s the deal: Hawai’i is famous for its Kona coffee, which comes from the region of Kona, on the East side of the Big Island of Hawai’i. While that might be a short plane ride from O’ahu, the city of Honolulu has nevertheless perfected the art and finesse of a good cup of coffee. Today, […]
The 7 Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Waikiki & Honolulu
“Gluten-free Waikiki” has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? And yet, any local or regular gluten-free visitor will tell you, it is extremely hard to find trustworthy gluten-free restaurants in Waikiki and Honolulu, which is surprising given how advanced the food scene here has become over the years. However, after years of exploring and […]
Honolulu’s Best Restaurants: 25 Amazing Places to Eat
I’ll just cut right to the chase: whether you’re a foodie traveling to O’ahu or someone simply looking for a good place to eat in Waikiki, you can’t go wrong with anything in this guide to the Best Restaurants in Honolulu. In no particular order, we’ve highlighted the best places to eat in the city […]
The 5 Best Hikes on O’ahu (Incredible Views You Need To Experience)
The island of Oahu has some of the best mid-range hikes in all of Hawai’i. While the best hikes on Oahu aren’t always obvious to outsiders, locals know that apart from Stairway to Heaven– a fabled, dangerous, and technically illegal hike that you should not attempt– social media and the Internet forums are making many […]
An Insider’s Guide to the Big Island of Hawai’i (15 Amazing Things To Do)
The biggest island of Hawai’i, also known as “Big Island”, is celebrated for its epic volcanoes, beautiful hiking, crystal-clear stargazing, world-class snorkeling, and of course: Kona Coffee. While most visitors to the Hawaiian islands head to O’ahu or Kaua’i (which are smaller and easier to navigate) the Big Island is a true gem for outdoor […]
The 8 Best Breakfast Spots in Honolulu, Hawaii
Honolulu is the great food mecca of O’ahu, where all of the island’s best restaurants are located. When considering dining options in the city, most people immediately think of cocktails, seafood, and ocean views– but where to get the best breakfast in Honolulu? The answer to that question will depend on who you ask, but […]
The 5 Best Places to Buy Hawaiian Shirts on O’ahu
Looking for a good place to buy authentic Hawaiian shirts on Oahu? The traditional Hawaiian shirt– also known as an “Aloha” shirt– is a very special, if divisive garment. In the 1950’s and 60’s when travel to Hawai’i first became popular among mainlanders, many Americans embraced the shirts as symbols of exotic travel, souvenirs representing […]