Category: Guides
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How to be Great Tourists in Hawaii
If you’re planning to head to Hawaii as one of your post-COVID vacation spots, the islands would love to have you! Having tourists in Hawaii helps support the economy. Without it, many local businesses are failing. Your tourism helps Hawaii flourish… …but not the tourism that was seen prior to 2020’s COVID lockdown. There’s a…
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Has Hawaii Tourism Put Hanauma Bay at Risk?
When most people think of Hawaii, they think of beautiful sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and dense marine life. Hanauma Bay encompasses this vision… one would think. In reality, Hanauma Bay attracts over 3,000 visitors a day. Because of Hawaii tourism, you’re more likely to be overwhelmed by the smell of sunscreen and B.O. as…
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Why Finding Flights with Skyscanner is All the Rage
I’m not just good at finding cheap airfare, I’m great at it. But I can’t take all the credit. I find my flights with Skyscanner, the best airfare analysis tool out there! Once you know how to use Skyscanner well, you can become great at finding both cheap and sustainable airfare, too. The first time…
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5 Reasons You Should Travel to Bulgaria
Are you looking to explore places that are off the beaten path? You may want to travel to Bulgaria! I visited Bulgaria in January 2020 when it was freezing cold but had an amazing time. I met the coolest people, explored surrounding towns, and truly relaxed into the culture. Bulgaria isn’t the first country that…
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How to Get Around in Sicily
One of my FAVORITE trips so far was my trip to Sicily. It was challenging to plan how to get around, but totally worth it. Sicily is full of ancient and modern-day history. The island is part of Italy, but many who are born and raised in Sicily claim that they are primarily Sicilian rather…
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Backpacking in Europe: Winter Packing Guide
All budget travelers know that the cheapest (and least touristy) time to visit Europe is off-season. Unless you’re headed to a ski resort, that time is during the winter. Backpacking in Europe during the winter takes some problem-solving: how the heck do you fit your layers and sweaters in your backpack, AND still have room…
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Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail and Pillbox
Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail has to be one of O’ahu’s most commonly hiked trails. It’s easy, families can do it, parking is simple, and the views are awesome! Not only do you have Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail, you also have a few other hikes in the vicinity: Makapu’u Puka Hike Makapu’u Pillboxes Makapu’u Beach Hanauma Bay Ridge…
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Kuliouou Ridge Trail
Kuliouou Ridge Trail is an awesome ridge hike near Honolulu, O’ahu which features some of the best views of downtown, Hawaii Kai, and Waimanalo. Although this hike can really challenge your aerobic endurance toward the top (reminiscent of Koko Head Trail), it’s totally worth the views. Suck it up, buttercup. You’re missing out! About the…
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Ka’ena Point Trail – West Route
Ka’ena Point State Park has two routes to get there: this western route (from Waiʻanae side) and the northern route (from Mokule’ia side). To compare routes, click here for the northern route. Want some guaranteed wildlife encounters on O’ahu? Ka’ena Point is your place. Ka’ena Point State Park Hiking Ka’ena Point Trail takes you to…
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The Aiea Loop Trail
If you’re looking for an ultra chill hike that you can do with family/children/dogs and get views, this is the hike. Aiea Loop Trail will have you seemingly switching between biomes and seeing amazing ridge-like views of H3 and Honolulu without the popular rock scrambling. Also, the trail begins at a park with designated parking…
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