Favorites, Hawaii, Maui, Travel

The Road to Hana: Round Two

Last fall as I began to research and plan our trip to Maui, my main goal was to explore more of the island. I wanted to see things that we didn't get to see on our two-week honeymoon back in 2011. When we left the island that summer, we knew that one day we would… Continue reading The Road to Hana: Round Two

Hawaii, Maui, Risky Business, Travel

The Terrifying Shadow

Located along Maui's south shore lies a stretch of sand that is completely undeveloped. It is almost a mile long with lava outcroppings along each end of the beach which provides fabulous snorkeling opportunities. The sheer size of this beach gives everyone a chance to spread out so it never feels crowded. This spectacular golden beach… Continue reading The Terrifying Shadow

Honolau Teal DaKine backpack
Hawaii, Travel

Success! (and a Little Surprise!)

Do you remember a few weeks ago when I shared my packing essentials for our Maui Christmas trip? I shared a secret that I was an over-packer and devoted my love for options within my vacation wardrobe. Many of you understood my over-packing ways, and I had others tell me that while they love options, they… Continue reading Success! (and a Little Surprise!)

Football, Georgia, Hawaii, Kauai, Maui, Norway, Travel, Utah

A Look Back

Happy New Year my lovelies! Photo credit (Trust me, you're going to want to click on the link to see more AMAZING New Year's Eve celebration photos) I hope you had an amazing holiday surrounded by those you love. I love this time of year because I get to read a recap of everyone's fun-filled 2013.… Continue reading A Look Back

Christmas, Hawaii, Kauai, Maui, Travel, Travel Tips Thursday

Inside my Bag-Hawaii

Last year as I packed for our Christmas trip to Kauai, my bag was full of bikinis, sundresses, shorts, flip-flops, and sunscreen. I was sooo proud of myself as I fit it all into one (read: ONE) little carry-on. You see, here's a secret: I’m one of those packers—I welcome (and cherish) my place in the… Continue reading Inside my Bag-Hawaii