It's here! It's finally here! One of my favorite weeks of the year is upon us! SHARK WEEK! Every year for one week, the Discovery Channel dedicates a week of programming to sharks--shark facts, shark stories, shark attack survivors--I can't get enough of it. If you've read Pictures and Plane Tickets for a while then it's… Continue reading Jawsome!
The Kalalau Trail (Kah-lah-low "low rhymes with how" Get it? Kah-lah-low) is the epitome of hiking trails. 11 looooong miles of intense physical and mental challenges mixed with an awe-inspiring coastline, friendly hikers, and the most incredible destination one could strive for: Kalalau Beach. Photo Credit There's only two ways to reach Kalalau Beach my… Continue reading The Daunting Kalalau Trail
We sat on our lanai during our first night in Kona and I admired the beautiful coastline while listening to the hypnotizing rhythm of the ocean. Enjoying some liquid aloha, an ice cold Kona Longboard from the Kona Brewing Company, we watched as the sun danced across the cloudless western sky. It was our first visit to the Big… Continue reading The Mysterious Green Flash
Since we've been married, my husband and I have made a point to celebrate our anniversaries by traveling around the world. Our first anniversary was spent on the amazing beaches of St. John, and for our second anniversary we cruised through the breathtaking country of Norway. Not only did we spend our third anniversary on Kauai, but… Continue reading A Romantic Sail Along the NaPali Coast
With its laid-back vibe, quaint ocean side towns, endless waterfalls, and dramatic geographic formations like the Waimea Canyon and the NaPali Coast, it's no surprise why they call Kauai the Island of Discovery. And after three visits, I think it's safe to say that we simply can't get enough of this tiny tropical island in the middle of the Pacific. After… Continue reading The Third Time is a Charm
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