Review: Snorkel Day in Hanauma Bay

We happened upon Hanauma Bay on one of our first days on Oahu. We rented a car to take in the sites around the island and noticed a “Scenic Point” sign heading East away from Honolulu. We saw that a lot of vehicles were stopped along the side of the…

What To Bring on a Hike in Oahu

Hiking is one of the most rewarding outdoor experiences that the island of Oahu offers. With its lush jungles, towering ridges, crystal clear rivers, waterfalls - and of course, the stellar views - hiking on Oahu is not an experience any visitor…

Kitchen Escapades: Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder with a Hawaiian Twist

We are a food-loving household. Bear and I both enjoy cooking and trying new recipes, though our experimentation generally centers on variations of comfort food. If we’ve got cable on, there’s a good chance that Guy Fieri reruns are on, usually on…

Hike Review: Wiliwilinui Ridge

In February of 2018, on a sunny morning on the Island of Oahu, we hiked the Wiliwilinui Ridge all the way to its highest point. We enjoyed the spectacular view of both the North and South sides of Oahu’s coastline from the Island’s narrow point on…