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Best of Copenhagen Sights

Nyhavn We are all amateur photographers these days, and Nyhavn [Nyhavn 1-71 | Kobenhavn K, Copenhagen 1051, Denmark] is about as picturesque as you can get. Grab a camera and head own down to the canal to take your own … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Activities: Honolulu Zoo

Honolulu Zoo (Educational, Honolulu) The weather wasn’t perfect for the beach one day so we decided to go to the zoo (151 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu). This was our biggest ‘splurge’ attraction on the whole trip at $14 a ticket, but … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Activities: Haleiwa

Top Picks: Haleiwa (Cultural, Northshore) One of my favorite things is getting the feel for a new town. Haleiwa is just small enough and kitschy enough to be a perfect place to explore in one day. There is one shopping … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Off the Beaten Path: Byodo-In Temple

Top Picks: Byodo-In Temple (Wildlife Sightings, Koi Pond, Windward) This was one of our most memorable activities of the trip, and for some reason I almost had us skip it thinking it was just some run of the mill temple, … 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: 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 Northshore Edition: Kahuku Farms & Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck

Top Picks: Kahuku Farm Cafe (Locally Grown, Lunch/Dessert, Northshore) Even on a chilly windy day under a tent in the pouring rain, this place managed to leave a really positive impression on us. We scampered from the car to the … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Eats: Marukame Udon

Top Picks: Marukame Udon (Udon, Cheap Eats, Lunch/Dinner, Waikiki) Ultimate comfort food. This was one of the best meals we had on our trip, situated smack in the middle of Waikiki, super cheap and super fun experience. If you walk … Continue reading

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Winter Vacation!! A trip to Oahu, Hawaii

Hi, I’m back from winter vacation! This year I was fortunate enough to visit the Hawaiian island of Oahu with my love for nine whole days, internet free. Last winter we visited Maui, which was an entirely different world. Maui … Continue reading

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