After all of these years, and the many visits to my sister, brother-in-law, and niece, it is now that I am realizing that I never posted about…… Read more “how to be a tourist in o’ahu”
Category: Hawaii
30 foods you should say aloha to in hawaii
(originally published December 6, 2016) Hawaii is a melting pot of different cultures, so it’s no wonder why this list is so extensive. While not everything here…… Read more “30 foods you should say aloha to in hawaii”
how to beach in oahu
(originally published November 3, 2016) Whenever I visit my sister in Hawaii, we tend to go to the same couple of beaches. On this seventh visit, I’m…… Read more “how to beach in oahu”
hiking the easternmost point of o’ahu
Also known as Makapu’u Point, which means ‘bulging eye’. Perhaps because of the lighthouse the point overlooks at the end of the trail? Polar opposite of Ka’ena…… Read more “hiking the easternmost point of o’ahu”
a day at lanikai
Lanikai is my sister’s favorite beach and I can see why. It means ‘heavenly seas’, and the name definitely suits it. Soft sand, calm waves, and a…… Read more “a day at lanikai”
snorkeling at hanauma bay
Since my sister, brother-in-law and niece live on Oahu, I’ve been fortunate enough to visit the island numerous times (and with free lodging)! I’ve been to Hanauma…… Read more “snorkeling at hanauma bay”
flying alaska airlines
My airline of choice when flying to Hawaii is usually Hawaiian Airlines. It’s nonstop from JFK to HNL, prices are usually reasonable, and they serve food +…… Read more “flying alaska airlines”
how to be a tourist in kauai
This visit to Hawaii was very special to me, because I got to meet my niece, Mila! Aside from that, I also got to check out the…… Read more “how to be a tourist in kauai”
5 things you should know before ascending the world’s tallest mountain
No, it’s not Mount Everest, contrary to popular belief. But the world’s tallest mountain is actually Mauna Kea on the Big Island, standing at 33,000 feet. Of…… Read more “5 things you should know before ascending the world’s tallest mountain”
exploring the big island
Since I only had a weekend to spend on the Big Island, my time was extremely limited. But even in that short period of time, these are…… Read more “exploring the big island”