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Kuli’ou’ou Ridge is a beautiful hike near Honolulu (where Jedd grew up) with several interesting changes in landscape. It is challenging enough that you feel you’ve truly earned the magnificent view at the top! The Ridge Trail is 5 miles round trip. It’s listed as “Beginner to Intermediate” but with the elevation gain, you will…
The Makapu’u Lighthouse trail is one of the most accessible and popular hiking paths on Oahu. The lookout is about one mile each way on a wide, freshly paved path where you can enjoy stunning views of the ocean and Koko Head. The wide, paved path up to the look out with a lower, dirt…
Growing up in Honolulu and now returning annually to visit family, January has been my favorite time to visit Hawaii. In this post, I’ll share more details about why it’s so great and how to make the most of a January Honolulu trip. Is January a good time to visit Hawaii? Yes! Let it be…
Hawaii is one of those places where visitors have one of two experiences: an authentic experience of Hawaii’s beauty, local culture, and society or the canned, touristy version. Aina Haina Hike on Oahu This is one of those hikes you may not want to attempt without someone who is familiar with it. As a tourist,…
To truly enjoy Hawaii’s natural beauty, we recommend hitting the trails. Oahu has many beautiful hikes to explore around the island. Here is our guide to the best hikes on Oahu for visitors, plus some hiking tips to help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience. * Access our free Hawaii packing checklist here…
The Olomana hike out by Kailua is not one for the faint of heart. By that I mean it will not only get your heart pumping from the steep incline, it may also be racing from the crazy heights. Here’s what you need to know about hiking Olomana Trail. Olomana Trail (Three Peaks) Hike Updated: 2023….
For visitors to downtown Honolulu and Waikiki looking to stay active, there aren’t any real hikes in Waikiki, but there are some great walking and running routes. If you’re looking for non-urban hikes near Waikiki, check out our Honolulu hiking guide. In this post, I’ll share my favorite running routes in or around Waikiki, Kaka’ako,…
The Kamananui Valley Road is a peaceful trail originating at Moanalua Valley Park with no particular destination. The journey is four miles one way on a wide, mostly flat, dirt and gravel road. The road does continue a bit further and there are options to follow mountain trails or detour off on side trails along…
If you are planning to visit Oahu, where you stay can make a big difference. We want to share some local knowledge to help you get a better value for your travel dollar and craft a more personalized travel experience. Since Jedd was born and raised in Honolulu, we usually find ourselves visiting Oahu several…
If you’re traveling to Hawaii, it’s very useful to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation of the Hawaiian language and learn some Hawaiian phrases. It’s also fun! Hawaii is one of the most unique places to visit in the United States because of the native Hawaiian culture and how important it is to everyday life here. Even for Americans, visiting…