While you can usually go to Haleakala National Park without a reservation, entering the park during sunrise hours does require one. Maui’s Haleakala sunrise hours are between 3 am and 7 am, so unless you plan on driving out at 2 am and waiting four hours for the sun to come up, your best bet […]
If you look at a map of the Hawaiian Islands, you’ll see eight major islands and over 100 tiny ones. Of those eight, there are four that are usually referred to as the “main islands:” Hawai’i (aka the Big Island), Maui, O’ahu, and Kaua’i. If you’re visiting Hawaii as a tourist, there’s a good chance […]
Baldwin Beach Park in Maui is one of the most popular spots for surfing, bodyboarding, and swimming. You can swim in the ocean straight from the beach or you can head to the two protected swimming locations on either end – Baldwin Cove to the east and Baby Beach to the west. It’s worth noting, […]
The only national park on the island of Maui is Haleakalā National Park on the island’s eastern corner. However, there are plenty of other Maui beach parks on the island. Haleakalā is a 52-square-mile park surrounding a dormant volcano of the same name. The name “Haleakalā” is Hawaiian for “house of the sun,” and refers […]
The Big Island and Oahu might both be Hawaiian islands, but they have a number of differences that make them feel unique from each other. Touring the Big Island gives you a taste of Hawaii’s natural diversity, while Oahu sports an international city, stunning beaches, and lush greenery. Oahu Want a vacation that’s tailored to […]
Trust me, you can’t miss the beaches on an O’ahu tour! Whether you’re into surfing, sunbathing, or sea-turtle-watching, there’s a beach for you. Let’s take a look at some of the best beaches on O’ahu: As you can see, there are PLENTY of beaches to choose from. How do you pick? When you follow the […]
Luckily, the weather will be pretty similar no matter when you take your O’ahu tour! Hawaii sits in a tropical latitude, so it doesn’t experience seasons with the same intensity as the rest of the U.S. It’s generally warm and sunny all year round. By far the most popular time to visit in the summer. […]
“O’ahu” has no official translation. In the past, ethnographers have speculated it derives from a phrase meaning “the gathering place.” Though this is linguistically inaccurate, the name seems to fit. As you’ll see on your tour of O’ahu, this is Hawaii’s most popular and populated island. Over a million people inhabit O’ahu–– that’s two-thirds of […]
These famous Hawaiian islands are both known for their stunning natural beauty. Which one you’ll prefer all comes down to personal preference. If you’re short on time, it’s easier to see Maui’s beauty, but touring the Big Island offers more diversity. Maui vs. Big Island Maui is a lush green island with pristine beaches. Here, […]
Wailua Falls are the biggest on the Garden Isle. This beauty, falling 173 dizzying feet, is a popular drive-by attraction. You can view these falls from the roadside as well.
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