If you’re looking for a fun and moderate hike in Kauai, the Maha’ulepu Heritage Trail may just be the perfect option, with stunning coastal views, lots of wildlife, and opportunities to learn about Hawaiian history and culture along the way. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking the Maha’ulepu Heritage Trail, the best hike on Kauai’s southern shore.
The Hawaiian Islands are known for their sunshine, pristine beaches, and lush jungles. But you may have heard that certain parts of the islands can get pretty chilly and wondered to yourself “does it snow in Hawaii?”. And the surprising answer is yes—it may snow here even more than you’d think! Here’s everything you need to know about snow in Hawaii, from where you can find it to whether you need to worry about it on your next tropical getaway.
The Kauai Shores Hotel is one of the most affordable resort-like lodging options in Kauai. It’s conveniently located along the island’s eastern shore, providing an excellent home base to explore the stunning beaches on the north shore and the historic towns along the southern coast. But what’s it really like to stay here–and is it worth the price? After staying here (and paying for it out of our own pockets!), here’s an honest Kauai Shores Hotel review, including what to expect during your stay and tips for making it as enjoyable as possible.
If you’re looking for a hike with stunning views near Princeville on Kauai’s North Shore, the Okolehao Trail is an incredible option, leading you through a lush jungle and ending with views over Hanalei Bay and, on a clear day, all the way to the Napali Coast. Here’s everything you need to know about the Okolehao Trail.
If you’re coming to Kauai, there’s almost surely one thing that’s on your bucket list—seeing the rugged and green Napali Coast. But getting to this stunning place isn’t exactly easy—the only way to get there is via air, hiking trail, or boat. While all of these ways have their merits, seeing the Napali Coast via boat tour uniquely affords you the ability to explore its caves, get up close and personal with some of Hawaii’s incredible sea life, and appreciate the grandeur of its 4,000-foot cliffs from the water. Here’s everything you need to know about seeing the Napali Coast via boat tour, including what to expect and exactly which tours you should book.
The Ho’opi’i Falls Trail is the quintessential Kauai hike, with a path winding through a lush rainforest of vines and primeval ferns and two beautiful waterfalls, cascading down rocky cliff sides. While the hike is stunningly gorgeous, it definitely has a few quirks along the way, like some sections with EXTREME mud and sketchy scrambling down a steep slope. Here’s everything you need to know about the Ho’opi’i Falls Trail.
One of the most bucket list-worthy hikes in Kauai is the Kalalau Trail, which winds across 11 miles of the rugged Napali Coast. But if you aren’t lucky enough to snag a backpacking permit for this coveted trail or you don’t have time to go on a multi-day adventure in Kauai, the next best option is the Hanakapi’ai Falls Trail, which consists of the first two miles of the Kalalau Trail with an offshoot to a jaw-dropping 300-foot waterfall. But you’ll still need to do some planning ahead to hike to this beauty—and there are some tips that will make your hike a whole lot more enjoyable. So here’s everything you need to know about hiking the Hanakapi’ai Falls Trail.
Oahu is known for its pristine beaches, lush mountains, and stunning coral reefs, teeming with fish and wildlife. While this island certainly has plenty of awesome places to snorkel directly from shore, you can only access some of the best spots to see Hawaii’s incredible sea life, like the aptly-named Turtle Canyon in Oahu, via boat. So if snorkeling with turtles is at the top of your Hawaii bucket list, here are 5 of the best tours to Turtle Canyon in Oahu.
Kauai has a few unmissable activities—-hiking the Kalalau Trail, peering over the rim of Waimea Canyon, and seeing the island’s spectacular landscape on a helicopter tour. If you want to kick the level of adventure up a notch, though, you should definitely consider booking a doors off helicopter tour in Kauai, with nothing between you and and the jaw-dropping landscapes of the Napali Coast or the Wai’ale’ale Crater, a thousand feet below, other than your seat belt. Here’s everything you need to know about booking a Kauai doors off helicopter tour, including exactly which one to book and what to expect.
Oahu is known for many things—swaying palm trees, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture. But did you know there’s also dozens and dozens of amazing hikes in Oahu? From towering waterfalls and lush green mountains to ancient volcanic rims, there’s something for every type of hiker on this island. Here’s the 9 best Oahu hikes to add to your bucket list.
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