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. If you’re looking for a less flashy, off-the-beaten-path hike on Oahu, Aina Haina is one we have enjoyed for its diverse flora and fauna, away from the…
Since Jedd grew up in Honolulu and has a lot of family on the islands, we visit Oahu at least once a year. 11+ years ago, we planned a five day Oahu vacation for our best friends leading up to our wedding. And we have enjoyed sharing Honolulu travel tips and making recommendations for the…
If it’s your first time visiting Hawaii, then Oahu is one of the best places to get to know the beautiful state. We’ll help you plan the perfect trip with our Oahu 5 day itinerary. Oahu is the third largest of the Hawaiian islands and is home to state capital, Honolulu, where Jedd grew up….
In this Go Oahu Pass review, we’ll go over how the pass works, what’s included, and share a Go Oahu card itinerary that will maximize your discount to the best attractions. Jedd grew up on Oahu, Hawaii, and we return to the island frequently to visit family. After putting together Oahu itinerary recommendations for friends…
We’ve been hiking in Honolulu for decades but only recently learned about the Hanauma Bay Ridge trail from a cousin. This is an unofficial hike that follows the ridge line above the famous Hana’uma Bay with several scenic views to enjoy. Distance: ~2.5 miles out and back Time: 1 hour Difficulty: Easy Elevation change: ~400ft…
The Lulumahu Falls hike, located just off the Pali Highway on Oahu, is relatively short – but it packs a punch. This hike, which in the end becomes more of a “scramble,” was not an official, registered trail. After we first tried it, the State enacted and enforced a permit application process for Lulumahu hiking….
We aim to keep this post updated about Hawaii travel in 2026 with official Hawaii travel restrictions, requirements, and health and safety guidance. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions so you can travel confidently, safely, and responsibly in this new post-pandemic world of ours. At the end of the post, we share…
This trail is one of those hidden treasures you can drive by for years and never know it exists. After years of visiting friends at First Pres Church in the Ko’olau Golf Club (yep, you read that right), we finally realized there was a hiking trail leading from the parking lot. The very next day,…
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…