On our first trip to Kauai, we took a helicopter tour to see views of the island that could only be seen by air or boat. With over 70% of the island being inaccessible by car, this is the ultimate way to see the stunning views of the Nā Pali Coast and miles of Kauai’s …
After setting foot in Kauai, I caught a glimpse of the tall, jagged mountains that stood in the distance. I was greeted by the bright sun, and quickly noticed the heat and humidity in the atmosphere. Everything was bright green, lush, and full of life. Poipu We spent the first day at our beach resort, …
1. Take a Helicopter Tour to See the Island This was the biggest highlight of our first trip to Kauai. You will get the best views of the island and places that are not easy to get to. Seeing the island by air or boat is a must to fully experience it. Fun fact: 90 …
1. Book a Reservation to See a Haleakala Sunrise It will be an early morning and a long winding drive, but it is absolutely worth it to see a Haleakala sunrise on a clear day! You will have to book a reservation online in advance (reservations are not required for sunsets) for around $1, and …
First Impressions Maui is made of mountain views, waterfalls, lush rainforests, and vibrant blue beaches. I’ve traveled to many tropical islands, but Maui stood out to me from them all. Amazing sights are a short drive away, and the amount of beautiful scenery along the way will surprise you. You can’t help but fall in …
We went on our first night dive in Big Island, Hawaii. It was a two-tank dive, with the first one at twilight and the second one after dark. The first dive gave us a chance to get to know the area and see the beauty of the coral and natural wildlife. We went back down …
My first impression of Big Island wasn’t that it was beautiful or a picture perfect vacation destination. My first glimpse of the island was the mountains towering over fields of lava stretching as far as the horizon. This wasn’t at all what I expected. I had never seen so much lava in my life, and …
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