Tag: hawaii adventures

The Perfect Weekend in Waikiki, Hawaii

Hawaii is a unique tropical oasis compared to the rest of the US states and it’s a bucket list destination for most travelers. Although Hawaii is composed of multiple islands – each offering its own sights and vibe, I am focusing on Oahu and more specifically the Waikiki beach area of Honolulu. HNL airport is…

Kupanaha Oahu: Day Trips from Waikiki, Hawaii

“Kupanaha” means “amazing” in Hawaiian. Oahu, home to 2/3 of all Hawaiians (and, it seems, 90% of all vehicles with Hawaiian license plates!) sometimes gets a bad rap because of its routinely congested interstate highways (how does an island have “interstate” highways, anyway?). Because of the notorious traffic as well as high prices for gas…

The Road to Hana (on Maui): A Must-Have Hawaii Adventure

What has 617 white knuckle turns, 56 one-lane bridges, steep drop-offs and some of the world’s most spectacular scenery in a distance of just 52 miles? Answer? The road to Hana – which appears first on Travel + Leisure’s list of “America’s Most Scenic Roads.” This destination report is arranged by (sometimes non-existent) mile markers…