Tomorrow marks my 23rd journey around the sun. I feel so weird about this age - and I can’t really tell you why other than the fact it makes me feel grown. 22 was all about having fun and learning to live with an attitude of gratitude. I embarked on a year of unknowns, travels, and learning a lot more than I bargained for!
Read MoreCheck out three of the best beaches on Oahu and download your free guide from The Adventures Guide to Oahu. You will get access to all the details on these beaches and get a sneak peak into the full book!
Read MoreHawaii. A magical chain of tiny islands in the middle of the pacific. So perfect, so magical, so me. I made a huge life decision - to pack my bags, buy a one way ticket, and set sail into a brand new adventure leaving my love, Hawaii, behind.
Read MoreSwimming with sea turtles (or honu here in Hawaii) is an experience unlike any other. To be just inches from such cool and calm creatures is something I hope everyone gets to experience while in Hawaii! The beaches listed below often have turtles there, but a sighting is no guarantee as these are wild animals with minds of there own :)
Read MoreDid you celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday!? I did by checking a brand new hike off my list! The Ehukai Pillbox has now taken second place behind Crouching Lion on my favorite hikes on Oahu list. Located on the North Shore of Oahu this hike will not disappoint in a good workout, good views, or good vibes.
Read MoreIt's a cream puff, no it's a donut, no it's a MALASADA! This Oahu sweet treat is an iconic part to any trip to Hawaii. The bakery opened in 1952 selling a delicious array of sweet treats. Once the malasadas were introduced in 1953 Leonards became an iconic spot.
Read MoreWhile loop trails may be few and far between here on Oahu, the Aiea Loop Trail is one not to miss. This hike will take you from central Oahu overlooking the west side, to standing above the H3 in Kanehoe.
Read MoreWelcome to Lanikai Beach one of Oahu's most iconic beaches. With its white sand, crystal blue water, and mokolala islands in the background it is one popular stop on the east side of Oahu. It happens to be one of my favorite beaches too and there is so much to do here!
Read MoreAhh Yoga in paradise. And not just any Yoga and not just any paradise, were talking full on SUP yoga in the middle of the pacific. Yup, yoga on Stand Up Paddles! This unique Hawaiian experience will have you planning your move here.
Read MoreWelcome to Frost City! This sweet spot was the founder of snow here in Hawaii (behind Mauna Kea of course ;)). The local dessert shop located on Beretania has changed the 'ice cream' experience forever. Here you will not find classic flavors or items, instead you will be treated with unique desserts all the way from Taiwan. Snow is a very healthy mix between ice cream and Shave Ice. Because it is made with real fruit and very little sugar it is a perfect treat that won't leave you feeling guilty.
Read MoreHiking to a waterfall had always seemed like a far out dream until moving to Hawaii. If you are on Oahu and are looking for an amazing waterfall experience check out Manoa Falls. This 1.5 mile loop is the easiest waterfall hike on the Gathering Place.
Read MoreSurf's Up! Pipeline beach is famous for being one of Oahu's most popular surfing beaches. In the winter months the waves become a surfers favorite playground and famous surfing competitions are held here.
Read MoreCarving a Pumpkin is my favorite Halloween tradition, but because this is the last Hawaiian Halloween I'll have I had to add a tropical spin. Carving a pineapple is much easier than a pumpkin! To start you need less supplies, just a few bowls, a knife, and a spoon will do. Cut the top off just as you would a pumpkin.
Read MoreHanauma Bay is one of Oahu's staple destinations. This Bay is home to over 450+ species of marine life and is the number one snorkel spot on the island! Thousands of tourists and locals travel to Hanauma Bay everyday. But besides the amazing waters this Bay holds, it is also home to one of the most stunning hikes on Oahu's East Coast!
Read MoreFinding these sticks had been on my Oahu Bucketlist for soo long. I have seen so many pictures on Instagram and couldn't believe they were real until I saw them for myself. We have planned to see them at lest 3 different times and failed each time. It was like a miracle when we found them, and so spontaneous!
Read MoreRound Top Drive, or more popularly known as Tantalus Lookout is one of Oahu's best lookouts over the city of Honolulu. It is full of tons of cool hidden spots like this treehouse, swings, awesome viewpoints, hikes, and a neighborhood! It is Rashawn and I's favorite spot on Oahu, we come here all the time at all hours of the day.
Read MoreMy Freshman year Shark Cove was my favorite beach on Oahu. It is like swimming inside Finding Nemo without Bruce and his friends. The cove is filled by the waves crashing over into the giant 'pool' however over the last two years it has not been as deep as my first year here.
Read MoreKayaking to Chinamans Hat has been on my Oahu Bucketlist sense I did my Island Tour! In Hawaii, it's basically impossible to enjoy road trips like you would on the Mainland, so we get pretty creative making our own ha! Paddle Boarding and Kayaking to Oahu's neighbor islands provide the best way to get that 'instate road trip' feel on island!
Read MoreEveryone loves a good secret, but sometimes things are just to good not to share! Jack Ass Ginger Falls is a small swimming hole and waterfall located right in the Honolulu/Manoa area. To my surprise, it is actually basically in someones backyard! But it is a completely public trail and waterfall!
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