HAWAII

Hawaii is my favorite vacation destination! So far, I have traveled to Big Island, Maui, and Oahu and have stayed on each island for at least a week.

We recently visited Oahu for the second time in June 2024 and explored a lot more of the island.

I try to cover the entire island during my visit and have documented my experiences in detail in my itineraries and other blog posts below.

I need to plan a trip to Kauai soon!

GENERAL HAWAII TRAVEL

Snorkeling at Hanauma Bay in Oahu

Visiting Hawaii during winter: What to expect and things to do

View of Mauna Kea Summit with observatories. There is some snow seen on the mountain peaks in Hawaii.

Does it snow in Hawaii? (Find out Where!)

BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII

Waipio valley lookout big island

BEST 7 day Big Island itinerary for epic Hawaii vacation

Hilo vs Kona

Hilo vs Kona- Which side of Big Island to stay?

Best resorts on Big Island for families

9 Best Resorts on Big Island for Families

one day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Itinerary

BEST one day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Itinerary

Kona tourist attractions

BEST things to do in Kona, Hawaii

Seeing Manta Rays underwater is one of the best Kona Snorkel Tours

7 Best Snorkeling tours in Big Island of Hawaii

Catamaran sail boat in Hawaii ocean waters with sunset in the horizon.

7 Best Sunset Cruises from Kona

Kilauea volcano seen during Kona volcano tours

Best Volcano tours from Kona, Hawaii

Active Kilauea volcano seen on Hilo Volcano tours

Best Volcano tours from Hilo, Hawaii

Big Island One Day Itinerary

Big Island one day itinerary suggestions

Kilauea Iki Trail

Hiking the unique Kilauea Iki Trail in Hawaii Volcanoes Park

MAUI

Black sand beach is one of the best stops on Road to Hana and a must in any Road to Hana Itinerary

1-2 days Road to Hana Itinerary – 21 Best Stops on Road to Hana

Best Lahaina Whale Watching Tours in Maui

5 Best Lahaina whale watching tours

Aerial view of a winding road in a rainforest next to a beach and ocean

7 Best Maui Helicopter Tours

Sunset at Haleakala better than sunrise

Sunset at Haleakala – and why it is better than sunrise!

Black sand beach is one of the best stops on Road to Hana and a must in any Road to Hana Itinerary

21 Best Road to Hana Stops from our visit!

Pipiwai Trail Hike to Bamboo Forest and Waimoku Falls

Unique Pipiwai Trail Hike to Bamboo Forest and Waimoku Falls in Maui

Old Lahaina Luau

Old Lahaina Luau, Maui – Review

breakfast in Kihei - several breakfast dishes on a table with coffee

Breakfast in Kihei: 10 Absolute Best Spots You Must Try

People relaxing on a wide sandy beach with clear skies and an island seen in the distance - beaches and water activities are some of the best things to do in Kihei

21 Best Things to Do in Kihei, Hawaii

OAHU

7 days in Oahu itinerary

Best 5 days in Oahu itinerary: Covers whole island!

Waikiki Beach with tall resort buildings in the backdrop and ocean in the front

23 Best Things to Do in Waikiki, Hawaii

A collage image with the Waimea Waterfall on the left with a swimming below below it. The right side has an image of the Haleiwa town sign on the side of the road with a picture of a woman surfing.

One Day on Oahu’s North Shore: The Perfect Day Trip Itinerary

Beautiful green valley at Kualoa Ranch with a tree log on the field and a signboard that reads - Jurassic Valley Kualoa Ranch and an image of dinosaur on it.

Is Kualoa Ranch worth it, and which tour should you pick?

USS Arizona memorial in Pearl Harbor - a white colored building and a loading dock in front of it

Visiting Pearl Harbor on your own (+tips from our visit)

Waimea Falls - the waterfall plunges into the swimming hole beneath it and several people are swimming with life jackets on.

Easy Waimea Falls Hike on Oahu’s North Shore

A beautiful lighthouse with a red roof perched on a hill with the ocean in the backdrop. This light house can be seen by hiking the Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trail

Hiking Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail in Oahu with epic views!

Catamaran boat in ocean at sunset

7 Best Sunset Cruises in Waikiki, Oahu

Views of Waikiki and Diamond Head Crater in Oahu

7 Best Snorkeling Tours in Oahu

Aerial views of Diamond Head carter, Waikiki and Oahu mountains.

7 Best Waikiki Helicopter Tours