Category Archives: Hawaii

Best of Oahu Hikes: Manoa Falls & Lyon Arboretum

Manoa Falls & Lyon Arboretum (Waterfall, Educational, Honolulu) A waterfall hike has a great draw, what a beautiful payoff for your labors. There was work being done on the road to the trailhead so the only free place to park … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail

Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail (Paved, Lighthouse, Military Remnants, Windward) This would make a really great sunrise hike because it’s paved and therefore easy to navigate, and on the windward side where the sun rises most visibly. The park that contains … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Koko Head

Top Picks: Koko Head (Workout, Military Remnants, Windward) This hike is a serious workout even if you are in good shape. As you drive towards the park you can see the cone looming in the distance, and you can make … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Ka’ena Point

Top Picks: Ka’ena Point (Coastal, Endangered Species Sightings, Leeward) This was such a memorable hike on account of the amazing wildlife sightings. The trailhead is located at the most northwestern part of the island, at the end of Farrington Highway … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Lanikai Pillbox Trail

Top Picks: Lanikai Pillbox Trail (Military Remnants, Ridge Trail, Windward) Definitely one of the cooler hikes I have taken and my first ridge trail, I would highly recommend checking this spot out. It is relatively easy and short (less than … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Eats: Hula Grill Waikiki

Hula Grill Waikiki (Dinner/Dessert, Waikiki) Our one typically tourist fancy pants dinner was here on our first night in Oahu. The place was packed when we got there for our 6:45 reservation and service was a little sluggish, but sweet. … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Eats: Yama’s Fish Market

Yama’s Fish Market (Hawaiian, Cheap Eats, Lunch/Dinner, Takeout, Honolulu) With all of the different cultures present in Oahu, you can almost forget that Hawaiians alone originally inhabited the island. They have such a great culture and a unique cuisine; I … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Eats: Rainbow Drive-In

Rainbow Drive-In (Cheap Eats, Lunch/Dinner, Honolulu) A quick, cheap, casual dinner turned out to be pretty tasty at this drive-in. The loco-moco is a keystone in Hawaiian cuisine. It’s not exactly my type of dish, so I was happy when … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Desserts Honolulu Edition: Leonard’s Bakery, Liliha Bakery, & Otto Cakes

I always save room for dessert, especially in Oahu. Leonard’s Bakery (Masaladas, Cheap Eats, Dessert, Honolulu) Our trip to this bakery was unexpected. I had it on my radar and definitely planned on getting some masaladas (a Portuguese donut) for … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Eats: Kalapawai Market

Kalapawai Market (Sandwiches, Cheap Eats, Lunch [or early dinner], Windward) If you find yourself Windward and you’re looking for a tasty sandwich, you gotta stop at this market. These sandwiches rival my beloved Cardona’s and those back in NYC. I … Continue reading

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