Hawaii is one of the best vacation destinations in the world, and the island of Oahu is the most popular Hawaiian island to visit. Oahu is home to the famous Waikiki Beach, North Shore, Dole Pineapple Plantation, and more. I’ve visited Hawaii a handful of times over the years, and I’ve learned a thing or…
Waikiki Beach is one of the best beaches in all of the Hawaiian islands. Each year, millions of tourists visit Waikiki. Waikiki Beach has a rich history, as it was a gathering place for Native Hawaiian royalty. Today, Waikiki Beach is a major hub of Honolulu. Waikiki Beach is approximately two miles long and is…
If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii, you’ll want to make sure you try as much of the local food as possible! I’ve been to the Hawaiian islands on numerous occasions, and one of the things I look forward to most is getting to eat authentic Hawaiian food. In this post, I’m sharing 22 Hawaiian…
Hawaii is one of the best places to travel with kids, and Honolulu is especially family-friendly! Honolulu has plenty of beaches, activities, and cultural experiences that are perfect for children of all ages. We recently traveled to Honolulu with our toddler, and she had a blast! In this post, we’re sharing 21 things to do…
The International Market Place is a bustling outdoor shopping center located in Honolulu, Hawaii. There’s over 80 stores, a lanai full of great restaurants, and frequent cultural events. The International Market Place opened in the 1950s, and then it was renovated in 2016. The new shopping center blends the old with the new. There’s still…
While you’re in Hawaii, you should definitely visit Leonard’s Bakery! This bakery specializes in making malasadas, which are Portuguese-style donuts. Leonard’s Bakery is world-famous, with celebrities like Chrissy Teigen and Dwayne Johnson attesting to the deliciousness of their malasadas. We recently visited Leonard’s Bakery on our trip to Hawaii, and we ordered one of every…
If you’re planning an upcoming trip to Hawaii, you’ll definitely want to add a luau to your itinerary. The question is, which luau is the best? We think the luau at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki, is one of the best luaus the island of Oahu has to offer. We recently visited…
Tourists often flock to the beaches of Waikiki when they visit Hawaii, but if you drive just a little bit inland, you’ll be rewarded with views at the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden. The gardens contain every shade of green you can imagine, and the Koolau Mountain Range provides the perfect backdrop for your vacation photos. Visiting this…
The Dole Pineapple Plantation is a must-see attraction on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. You’ll find so much more than just pineapples! The Dole Pineapple Plantation has a train, garden, maze, gift shop, and more. If you’re a Disney fan, you’ll also find the world-famous Dole Whip (pineapple-flavored soft-serve ice cream) for purchase at…
The Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon is located at the far western end of Waikiki Beach. It’s a saltwater lagoon that has calm water, which is perfect for swimming and paddle boarding. The lagoon is featured right next to the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, but it’s open to the public. We found it to be…
