On our first full day in Hawaii, we didn't really know what to do. So, after an eventful breakfast, we headed to the south shore of the island to hit the beach. Located on the Kaʻū coast, Punalu'u Black Sand Beach is famous for its black, volcanic sand. We found a shady spot under a large … Continue reading Sea Turtles and Black Sand
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Snorkeling with Manta Rays in Hawai’i
The whir of the motor softens, but the wind continues to roar in my ears. The captain begins throwing the boards over the side of the boat and everyone flocks to starboard at a command I did not hear. I pivot in my seat on the gunwale of the boat, swinging my legs from the … Continue reading Snorkeling with Manta Rays in Hawai’i
Things to Do at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
If you're heading to the Big Island of Hawai'i, you'll want to add the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park to your travel itinerary. There are plenty of things to do at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, so you'll want to budget for at least one day there, if not a few. Though it wouldn't be hard to … Continue reading Things to Do at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
Cacao Farm Tour on Hawaii’s Big Island
Have you ever wondered where chocolate comes from? We toured a cacao farm during our vacation to Hawaii to find out the answer! This was one of the most unexpectedly enjoyable activities we did on this trip, and it has a solid standing as one of my Top 3 activities. Let me take you with … Continue reading Cacao Farm Tour on Hawaii’s Big Island
Hiking the Mauna Loa Summit Trail
Looking for an adventure on Hawai'i's Big Island? Look no further! Take a hike to the summit of Mauna Loa, the world's largest volcano! Found in the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Loa is a must-see for all Hawaii visitors. There are two main ways to go about hiking the Mauna Loa Summit Trail: starting … Continue reading Hiking the Mauna Loa Summit Trail
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