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”
8 foods you should say, “bonjour” to in montreal
Poutine – fries with gravy and cheese curds. Need I say more? I don’t normally like soggy fries but somehow, this just works. Must be all the…… Read more “8 foods you should say, “bonjour” to in montreal”
6 things i learned in the 3 days i spent in montreal
It is a 6-hour drive from NYC to Montreal. Weather in August (temperature-wise) is pretty much similar as Augusts in NYC but less muggy/humid Banque Scotia is…… Read more “6 things i learned in the 3 days i spent in montreal”
how to be a tourist in montreal
On my second visit to Montreal, I had three days instead of the 12 hours back when I went in 2013 with my friends as a stop…… Read more “how to be a tourist in montreal”
5 things you should know before you visit chichen itza
One of the ‘New’ Seven Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza is probably on most travelers bucket lists. For me, it’s one of those one and done…… Read more “5 things you should know before you visit chichen itza”
playa del carmen 2019
My very first visit to Mexico was actually because I had the opportunity to attend the bachelorette party of my very good friend, Mabel. She had picked…… Read more “playa del carmen 2019”
how to be a tourist in miami (just not right now)
Don’t be like one of those selfish Spring Breakers. Stay home. This post is for when things go back to normal (hopefully soon). Ben and I visited…… Read more “how to be a tourist in miami (just not right now)”
how to be a tourist 