During our memorable Hawaii island-hopping adventure, we were thrilled to see how Hawaiian culture is still celebrated on a daily basis. Before our trip, we expected it to be rather commercially motivated but we were wrong. Hawaiian culture is still very much alive and that gives visitors to the islands …
One of the must-sees on Maui is the magical banyan tree that sparks the imagination. This magnificent tree is over 60 ft high (about 18 m), its crown 225 ft wide (about 70 m) and the canopy spread over an area of 0.66 ac (0.27 ha). It looks as if it’s more than one …
The Big Island is home to many stunning natural features – the Kilauea volcano and the spectacular waterfalls near Hilo to name a few – and this unique beach is no exception. Papakōlea beach, the only green sand beach in Hawaii and one of four in the world, counts as …
With over a dozen of Hawaii articles on our blog about, it’s pretty clear that we love these islands. And, having spend several weeks island hopping the Hawaiian islands, we have discovered several unique – sometimes surprising – facts about Hawaii. We’ve gathered the most interesting, educational and fun trivia …
Hawaii’s main island is a paradise for nature-lovers and adventurers. Active volcanoes, gorgeous colored beaches, lush rainforest and amazing Big Island waterfalls make it a paradise for active travelers. The one reason why we hesitated to include this island in our Hawaii itinerary, was the unpredictable weather. Especially the island’s …
The Big Island of Hawaii is a playground for active types. Especially the east side, described as windward, receives a lot of rain resulting in the most spectacular scenery. Volcanoes, valleys, waterfalls and lush jungles delight the adventurous souls. Hiking on the Big Island of Hawaii is the best way …
Maui is the Hawaiian go-to destination for gorgeous beaches and luxury resorts. Nothing wrong with that of course: we all need some r&r from time to time. But there’s so much more to the Valley Isle than this glamorous cover. No better proof of that than the Maui hikes in …
Even though Hawaii was already on our never-ending bucket list, our recent trip to the islands was a bit of an impromptu trip. We actually planned to head to Australia in that same period when we spotted a great flight deal for Honolulu. Without hesitation – and without preparation – …
Read all about where to stay on the Big Island to be close to the action. Is the best place to stay on Big Island Hilo, Kailua-Kona or Waikoloa? Find out! One thing’s for sure: When you’re looking to explore the real Hawaii, then this island should definitely on your …
Island hopping in Hawaii is such an amazing experience! There’s so much to discover and explore, especially on the Big Island, from waterfalls to spectacular hikes, that we would forget to just unwind and do nothing for a change. And what better place to relax on a tropical island than at …
