The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
Whether you are going to Maui, Kauai, or any other Hawaiian island, packing for Hawaii shouldn’t be as stressful as packing for Europe. And yet, if this is your first time on the Hawaiian islands, you probably wonder what to add to your packing list. Whether you chose Hawaii for a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, …
What to Wear in Hawaii – the Ultimate Male & Female Packing ListRead More
The Island of Hawaii – often referred to as the Big Island – is famous for its Kona coffee, amazing scenery and the great array of things to do. Considered the largest and youngest of the Hawaiian archipelago, the Big Island encompasses four climate zones: tropical, monsoon, tundra and desert – all within an hour drive. It …
There are few more exciting things to do on the Big Island than a hike to one of the stunning waterfalls. The experience is deeply fulfilling: the lushness of the rainforest, the earth-damp path, the plumeria-scented air, and finally, the moment of revelation when you spot the torrent of water cascading over rocks into a …
Where to Find the Best Waterfalls on the Big Island, HawaiiRead More
The first big decision you’ll have to make once you plan a trip to Hawaii is to choose which island to visit. Deciding whether to pick the Big Island vs Maui, Oahu vs the Big Island, or Kauai vs Maui may feel a little overwhelming, even if this is not your first time in Hawaii. …
Maui vs the Big Island: Which Hawaiian Island is Better?Read More
For most of us, the ideal tropical beach is a stretch of pearly-white sand fringed with coconut palms and turquoise waters. But black sand beaches can be equally beautiful, so if you haven’t seen any, there are few better places in the world than Hawaii. Hawaiian Islands are famous for having some of the most …
I don’t know of anybody who’s been to Hawaii and didn’t buy at least some small gift or souvenir. Whether it’s a present for their loved ones, or something for themselves, most visitors to the Hawaiian Islands make it a point to stuff their bags with all kinds of gifts and souvenirs before returning home.
The Best Hawaiian Souvenirs & Gifts to Buy in HawaiiRead More
One of my favorite hikes in Hawaii is the Kilauea Iki Trail, in the Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Walking across what used to be a lake of molten lava, is a first hand encounter with the raw nature of Hawaii. It’s also one of the free things to do on the Big Island, …
Kilauea Iki Trail – Hiking into the Heart of Hawaii’s VolcanoesRead More
The Hawaiian Islands are surrounded by many beautiful legends – stories of gods and men, love and betrayal, goodness and evil. Some of these tales have been around for so long, that they are now deeply rooted into the Hawaiian culture. Like most indigenous people, Hawaiians explained everything through myths and folk tales of passion. Almost …
8 Fascinating Hawaiian Legends That Few People KnowRead More
It’s no secret that Hawaii is inherently photogenic. The great diversity of beaches, the tall mountain peaks covered in lush vegetation, the magnificent sunsets, they all make great subjects for landscape photography. I think it’s pretty hard to take a bad pictures in Hawaii.
30 Amazing Pictures of Hawaii to Inspire You to Visit the IslandsRead More
