Hawaii

Native Hawaiians Are Asking For a Reduction in Tourism, and We Should Listen

09/02/2021

Native Hawaiians Are Asking For a Reduction in Tourism, and We Should Listen

In 2014, my family traveled to the island of Oahu in Hawaii.

Step Inside the Idyllic Hawaiian Resort Where The White Lotus Was Filmed

08/11/2021

Step Inside the Idyllic Hawaiian Resort Where The White Lotus Was Filmed

HBO's The White Lotus may be a fictional miniseries, but the Hawaiian resort where it was filmed is indeed real.

This Couple Celebrated Their Love With an Enchanting Mermaid Shoot, and It Got Steamy

08/01/2020

This Couple Celebrated Their Love With an Enchanting Mermaid Shoot, and It Got Steamy

Stephanie and Paul may seem like your average happily married couple, but there's something fishy about their relationship .

I Attended a Hawaiian Paddle-Out Ceremony For BLM — and It Was Incredibly Moving

06/08/2020

I Attended a Hawaiian Paddle-Out Ceremony For BLM — and It Was Incredibly Moving

As I processed the devastating and brutal murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, which sent waves of heartbreak and public outcry across the world, I found myself wondering how Maui would respond.

Disney's Aulani Resort Has a Pineapple Ice Cream Treat Topped With Sugar Seashells and Hawaiian Flowers

03/18/2020

Disney's Aulani Resort Has a Pineapple Ice Cream Treat Topped With Sugar Seashells and Hawaiian Flowers

Disney's Hawaiian resort Aulani is the perfect vacation spot for Disney fans looking to relax and soak up some sun instead of park hopping, and one of their biggest draws is the food.

PSA: You Can Buy the Cutest Pineapple Tumblers at Starbucks Stores in Hawaii

10/04/2019

PSA: You Can Buy the Cutest Pineapple Tumblers at Starbucks Stores in Hawaii

Hawaiians have it all, man: picturesque beaches, lush greenery, gorgeous waterfalls, and, as it turns out, one-of-a-kind Starbucks tumblers that the rest of us mainland Americans don't have access to.

I Went to Hawaii For a Week, and These Are the 10 Items I Packed For Under $100

08/16/2019

I Went to Hawaii For a Week, and These Are the 10 Items I Packed For Under $100

The moment my family decided to vacation in Hawaii, I went into shopping mode.

The 20 Best Kid-Friendly Resorts in Hawaii

08/15/2019

The 20 Best Kid-Friendly Resorts in Hawaii

It's easy to get stuck in everyday routines when there's school for the kids, work for you, and everything in between, but if you're ready for a family adventure, Hawaii has plenty of hotel options that'll accommodate all your needs.

Want a Disney Trip With No Lines, Schedules, or Sore Feet? It Exists, and It's a Tired Parent's Dream

07/27/2019

Want a Disney Trip With No Lines, Schedules, or Sore Feet? It Exists, and It's a Tired Parent's Dream

When I told friends I was taking my family to Disney, I got a mix of reactions — most of which were registering dangerously close to the "horrified" end of the emotional spectrum.

21 Reasons Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Is Just as Magical as the Mainland's Parks

07/19/2019

21 Reasons Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Is Just as Magical as the Mainland's Parks

Aulani is a Disney Resort and Spa located on Hawaii's Oahu island.

This Illegal Hike in Hawaii Is Nicknamed the "Stairway to Heaven" For Good Reason

07/22/2018

This Illegal Hike in Hawaii Is Nicknamed the "Stairway to Heaven" For Good Reason

One of Hawaii's most epic hikes, known as the Haiku Stairs, is famous for its stunning views and illegal climb.

You've Got to See This Beautifully Eerie Wedding Ceremony in a Forest in Maui

06/22/2018

You've Got to See This Beautifully Eerie Wedding Ceremony in a Forest in Maui

Naya and James met in Maui and fell in love exploring and adventuring on the island.