Unquestionably, the Maldives tops every list of dream honeymoon locations. Boasting secluded private islands together with overwater bungalows and sunsets over the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is one of the most romantic travel destinations in the world. But with so many islands and resorts to choose from, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. In this guide, …
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Six years ago I hit publish on the Journey Era blog. Little did I know, the moment my finger clicked that button my life would change forever. I was living on Oahu at the time, which is a tropical island in Hawaii. I was in the last semester of my journalism degree. Sitting in the …
Hawaii can be many things to many different people. In this period, it was my recovery center. I ended up staying for almost two months on Oahu and went from barely being able to walk when I arrived compared to hiking a vertical kilometer through tough terrain the day before I left. It wasn’t a …
The Makiki Valley Loop Trail is one of the most beautiful hikes near Waikiki on Oahu, Hawaii. Just a few kilometers out of the town center, this green oasis of lush forest and peaceful trails is a natural getaway from the hustle and bustle. Imagine walls of green, ferns reaching over the trail, natural tree …
I think a lot of people had a mellow New Year’s Eve celebration thanks to old mate Omicron and ours was no different. Add a pandemic with an ankle recovery and you don’t exactly get the celebration of a lifetime but I’ve never been one for the huge party anyway. We ended up having new …
The Philippines is quite simply one of the best travel locations in the world. It boasts white and sandy beaches, unique wildlife, turquoise blue waters, magnificent landscapes, world-class diving. Since the country is divided into three main islands – Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, and the dazzling spots are scattered all over the islands, the best …
It’s simple, the best way to see the incredible island of Oahu is from the air in a helicopter tour! Discover the serenity and beauty of Oahu’s best attractions by helicopter. I’ve personally experienced an Oahu helicopter tour on multiple occasions and have been blown away each time. From the classic circle island tour to …
There’s something nice about having the basic functions of life sorted so you can just enjoy the adventures. With a base set at a hotel in Waikiki, the hikes and beaches are the playgrounds. This week I headed up on a couple of sweet little trails I’d never done like the Koko Crater Rim and …
The Ehukai Pillbox Hike is one of the best short trails for a sunset view of the beaches on the north shore of Oahu, Hawaii. The four-kilometer round-trip makes for an easy ascent to reach the pillbox for sunset, where you can watch sets of waves forming before barreling at Pipeline Beach, Sunset Beach, and …
After spending many years on the island of Oahu in Hawaii, I found myself hiking multiple times per week and exploring the many incredible peaks and ridges. After exploring so many of the trails on the island, I put together this list of the best hikes on Oahu that will leave you standing on top …
Oahu is undoubtedly an adventurer’s paradise. Unlimited hikes, free-diving, snorkeling, scuba-diving, waterfalls, ridges, beaches and surf to discover. All of these activities are within a short drive around this action-packed island. On top of the overload of adventure options, the weather is awesome and the local food is great. It’s easy to see where I …
There is no better way to experience the island of Oahu than paddling along the coast in the crystal clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. It’s a great place for beginners with a number of very calm beaches providing a great place for a kayaking adventure. There are a number of popular spots for kayak …