Sea Turtles and Black Sand

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

Looking Back at 2022 — Recapping the Year

At the beginning of 2022, I decided I wanted to challenge myself to get outside and explore more. As a goal-oriented person, I decided to define this challenge into very specific boxes I could check off. In retrospect, some of these goals were far heftier than I originally realized, and while I did not complete … Continue reading Looking Back at 2022 — Recapping the Year

From Sea to Summit On Fitzroy Island

We had a bit of a rocky start to the day. We almost didn't catch the ferry, but once we were on the ferry, all of us got a little seasick, besides Kristine. Never in my life have I been seasick before, so I was a little surprised by how sick I felt. The waves … Continue reading From Sea to Summit On Fitzroy Island

Easter in the Whitsundays

Day 1 — Good Friday (This wasn't a very exciting day, so if you're reading for travel advice or recommendations, skip to days 2 & 3) For those that know me, you know that if I'm in a car for more than about 20 minutes, I'll likely be asleep by minute 21. Although I tried, … Continue reading Easter in the Whitsundays