If there is one thing Hawaii has blessed us with besides unreal beaches and hikes, its stunning waterfalls. Rainbow Falls on the Big Island is a must see for every visitor to the Big Island, Hawaii.
Read MoreHawaii is the only state in the US that has the ability to produce coffee and Big Island is the leading isle. With the perfect climate for coffee beans it's no wonder why it's so successful. Kona Joe Coffee is one of the best coffee farms on Big Island.
Read MoreImagine swimming with multiple schools of fish, Hawaiian sea turtles, and DOLPHINS! Two Step beach on West side Big Island is home to the best snorkeling in all of Hawaii because of the amazing experiences you will have here. This underwater world will blow your mind as it is unlike any where else in the world.
Read MoreIf Big Island is good at one thing, it's going BIG. From unique beaches, epic hikes, active volcanoes, and astonishing waterfalls you will find plenty of big beauty and big adventures here. One of those epic waterfalls happens to Be Akaka Falls just outside of Hilo.
Read MoreHow many people can say they have stood at the most Southern Tip of the United States?! With a visit to South Point on the Big Island of Hawaii you can be added to the elite list who have. Being the most southern point of all the Hawaii islands, it has rightfully earned the last spot in the US too.
Read MoreWhile visiting Big Island I planned for some epic adventures like seeing real lava, 80 foot waterfalls and of course the green sand beach. Being one of only four in the world I knew how special this place was going to be. I briefly read up about it online but quickly learned I did not do my research well enough!
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 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 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!
Read MoreWhile on vacation it is so easy to rack up that credit card: trust me I know. As I grow up and have the urge to travel more, and maybe a little influence from my Finance 314 class, I now know the importance of planning a travel budget. While exploring the islands there is one huge expense we have to give up: hotels. We try to camp every night and then splurge one night on a hotel to reward our selves for bracing the wild! One of the nights we set up camp at Anahola Beach on the East side of Kauai!
Read MoreKahala Beach Park is my absolute go to beach here on Oahu. I mean for EVERYTHING. To snorkel, to float, to talk, to take pictures, to read, to tan, to think, and to BE. It is so amazing. It is just beautiful clear water that is up to your knees for miles.
Read MoreThe State of Hawaii recently worked on the re-pavement and safety of this hike making it and extremely popular hike, including its on Snapchat geo-filter! Here you can read more about the project. But because of this it has drew WAY more crowds than I thought possible. About 3/4 up the trail you will see these tidepools. There actually is a semi-marked path all the way down and is relatively easy!
Read MoreOn my Birthday I was lucky enough to see this beautiful sight! Rashawn had a club activity hiking to Lulumahu Falls and I could not resit tagging along. Below is a short video of the trail, it's s o c o o l! I highly recommend this hike because it's easy, stunning, and who doesn't love a waterfall!?
Read MoreThe views from atop Diamond head are so BLUE! The amazing views of Waikiki from way up here are some of the best. It totally puts everything into perspective and if you are staying in a near by hotel, you just might be able to spot your room :P
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