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How to Make Mangosteen Juice (aka Santol-ade)

March 10, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

I am so excited to share this easy recipe for making fresh mangosteen juice, aka Santol-ade: an electrolyte- and potassium-rich drink that tastes like tropical sweet tea.  This sweet refresher is an amazing electrolyte booster that can prevent dehydration and heat-related fatigue. And, for what it’s worth, it’s just a cool, rare, and exotic tropical […]

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5 Cool Places to Try Mai Tais on O’ahu (+ The Origin of Hawaii’s Iconic Cocktail)

February 26, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Looking for the perfect place to try one of Oahu’s best mai tais? This list details it all– but first, here’s a little bit about this special drink’s history:   Contrary to popular belief, the mai tai wasn’t even invented in Hawaii. Rather, in 1944, legendary San Francisco bartender Vic Bergeron (of Trader Vic’s fame) invented […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Hawaii, honolulu, oahu, restaurants

The 5 Best Places to See a Beautiful Sunset in Maui

February 17, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Of all the Hawaiian Islands, Maui is perhaps the most family-friendly because– much like O’ahu– the island has a little bit of everything. This is particularly true when it comes to sunsets. Because Maui’s sunny South shore has over 6 miles of sandy beaches and only 10 inches of rain per year, it’s an ideal […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Hawaii, maui, nature

The 5 Best Places to Get Hawaiian Shirts on O’ahu

January 13, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Looking for a good place to get 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 […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Hawaii, honolulu, Travel Guide

The 6 Best Shave Ice Spots on O’ahu

January 7, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 3 Comments

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What bagels are to New York City and what coffee is to Portland, shave ice is to Hawai’i– particularly O’ahu, where the best shave ice is made. This Asian/Pacific Rim-influenced version of a snow cone (albeit a much better snowcone) is a classic Hawaiian dessert. You can’t leave the island without trying shave ice– just […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, dessert, Hawaii, honolulu, oahu, restaurants, Travel Guide

An Insider’s Guide to Maui, Hawaii (18 Coolest Things to Do)

January 5, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

This bespoke insider travel guide to Maui, Hawaii features everything you need to know about the best things to do, see, and explore on the island. As we previously wrote in our Insider’s Guide to Maui’s Best Restaurants, Maui is a culturally dynamic place. Of all the Hawaiian islands, it offers perhaps the most variety […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, Hawaii, restaurants, Travel Guide

Driving The Road to Hana: 15 Can’t-Miss Experiences + FAQ

December 16, 2021 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: Hawaii, maui, Relaxing getaway

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