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Why is Waikiki Beach Famous? Here are 10 Answers to Your Question

Why is Waikiki Beach Famous? Here are 10 Answers to Your Question

by Jordan Fromholz | Feb 18, 2020 | Get Started, Oahu, Planning, Where to Stay

Why is Waikiki Beach Famous? Here are 10 Answers to Your Question One couldn’t resist stopping to daydream over a 1950s’ poster of Waikiki Beach. The Hawaiian surfer riding a perfect wave with the iconic Diamond Head crater as a backdrop. Waikiki Beach became famous...
Whale Watching Maui: The Guide to Seeing Humpback Whales

Whale Watching Maui: The Guide to Seeing Humpback Whales

by Jordan Fromholz | Feb 16, 2020 | Activities, Maui, Planning, Things to Do

Whale Watching Maui: The Guide to Seeing Humpback Whales Even as a Maui local who has been on many humpback whale watching tours, I get giddy when I see a spout of water from a blowhole. It never gets old. A 40-ton mammal enjoying a day in Maui waters. I can relate to...
The Ultimate Maui Food Truck Guide 2020 (find the best cheap eats)

The Ultimate Maui Food Truck Guide 2020 (find the best cheap eats)

by Jordan Fromholz | Jan 20, 2020 | Affordable Hawaii, Maui, Planning, Where to Eat

The Ultimate Maui Food Truck Guide 2020 (find the best cheap eats) A great chef is great in any kitchen. Good food doesn’t need to cost resort prices. These are some of the reasons why Maui food trucks are worth hunting for. Let this be your hunting guide. The...

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We have a discount to share! 🎉We are officially We have a discount to share! 🎉We are officially in whale season and it’s probably my favorite time of year. Last year we went on 5 different whale watching experiences to test them all. This year we’re ready to get back out on our favorites. One favorite operator? Ultimate whale watching. And they generously are giving a 10% discount for us to share with you using the code: “HVG” Book through www.ultimatewhalewatch.com We’re heading out in a few weeks. See you there?!
When you come to Hawaii, one of the biggest expens When you come to Hawaii, one of the biggest expenses is lodging. And while we do love a fabulous beachfront resort, we also love getting the best value from our vacation $$. We just spent 8 days in Waikiki at the @queenkapiolanihotel which was a fantastic experience. Can’t recommend it enough! But Waikiki is also home to some of our other favorite best-value hotels like @laylowwaikiki and @thesurfjack (really, we love these too!) Here are some of our favorites but be sure to visit our YouTube channel for a complete rundown. #hawaii #waikiki #hawaiivacation #oahu #honolulu
Last week we got to do a Jeep tour @kualoaranch an Last week we got to do a Jeep tour @kualoaranch and without a doubt this view over the valley was my favorite moment. That and being caught in a torrential downpour and having Henry laugh SO HARD at the ponchos (I get it, I look ridiculous but I’m the only dry one). Oahu, you are stunning. #oahu #hawaii #hawaiitravel
This summer while most things were closed, Jordan This summer while most things were closed, Jordan and I went snorkeling. A lot. We tested out spots all over the island and these were our five favorite spots. It was tough to narrow down, but we did it! Want more info and tips? Head to our video (link in profile). And what spots did we miss? We may just need to do another round of “research” #maui #snorkeling #mauitravelblog #napili #kapalua #kaanapali #honoluabay #turtletown
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