The infamous Dead Man’s Catwalk on Oahu has had an interesting lifespan. This amazing lookout over the east coast of Oahu rose to fame when a cement platform, known as the ‘Dead Man’s Catwalk’, became popular. Unfortunately, the land is privately owned by Kamehameha Schools and they recently decided to remove the cement slab due …

Cairns is a small town of fewer than 170,000 people in the North of Queensland. It is one of the most popular locations in Australia with great weather and temperatures all year. Most tourists use Cairns as a base for their Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest adventures. You can expect amazing beaches, snorkeling at …

Hawaii is one of the most beautiful vacation destinations in the world. With gorgeous beaches, adventurous hikes, a rich culture, and beautiful resorts, it’s an amazing place for an island getaway. However, its popularity comes at a price, as it’s one of the most expensive tourist destinations on earth. Luckily, having spent my college years …

Chinaman’s Hat Island, or Mokoli’i, is a small islet in Kaneohe Bay on the east side of Oahu that offers views of cerulean waters and looming cliffs. Chinaman’s Hat Island is easily spotted from the scenic route to and from the North Shore along Kamehameha Highway. This small island landmark got its name because of …

The North Shore offers some of the best beach towns in the world. Chill vibes, surf, and sunsets are guaranteed. Part of its charm is that resorts are few and far between. That said, it can be difficult to know where to stay on the North Shore of Oahu. Luckily, I’ve compiled this comprehensive list …

Kauai is a hiking paradise. There is no doubt about that. The Na Pali coast has some of the most epic ridges and drop-offs in the world. There are also countless epic waterfall hikes and then there is the magical Kalalau Trail along the coast. I spent a month on the island of Kauai and …

Throughout this pandemic, which is now dragging on well into it’s second year, I’ve tried to play it relatively safe. Well, as safe as one can while traveling. I stayed in Adelaide, Australia for five months as I watched to see the patterns of lockdowns around the world and where might be the safest place …

Oahu has some awesome easy hikes that are great for families, beginners, or people who want a half-day hiking trail adventure. I have put together this list of the best easy hikes on Oahu! To qualify for this list of easy hikes on Oahu, the trails must be under 2 hours and have no dangerous drop-offs, …

The Koko Head Hike railway stairs are a grueling test of will and lead you to the Koko Head Crater summit, which is a view worth the grind! The Koko Head Crater hike is one of the most popular hikes on Oahu and while the it might seem that the Koko Head stairs are a …

Electric Beach or “Electrics” is a 40-minute is one of the best snorkeling beaches on Oahu The official name of Electrics is Kahe Point Beach Park but locals know this spot by its nickname first. It is called Electric Beach because there is a power plant beside this narrow enclave. The warm water from the …

The Pink Pillbox hike on Oahu (also known as the Maili Pillbox or the Pu’u O Hulu Trail ), is surrounded by breathtaking mountains and overlooks the crashing cerulean waves along the Waianae coast on the West Side of Oahu. Most of the well-known hikes on Oahu are in the east or central zones of …

The Crouching Lion Hike is a short but steep incline hike that offers breathtaking views of Kahana Bay. Overlooking the quaint town of Kaaawaa with the menacing cliffs of Pu’u Manamana behind, this is a stunning coastal hike. The view from the top of this popular hike is seriously one of my favorite landscapes on …