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Off The Beaten Path
If you have ever looked down upon a perfect crescent of turquoise water and thought, “Gee, I wish I could stand above this marvel while simultaneously sweating profusely and questioning my life choices,” then, my friend, the Hanauma Bay Ridge Trail is for you. How to Get to Hanauma Bay Ridge Trail To embark on […]
About Kalama Beach Park Kalama Beach Park is a charming and relatively tranquil beach park located in Kailua on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. As a longtime Kailua resident, I’ve spent a fair amount of time with my family walking, running and playing along the 2.5 mile length of Kailua Beach. Kalama Beach Park (Kalamas), […]
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Best of Windward Oahu: Choose your own adventure As a long-time Oahu resident (23+ years) and family photographer, I know the island well. Especially the windward side which has been my home. When a visitor asks for advice on what to do, I get excited and tend to go overboard giving them way more than […]
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Lanikai Beach Kailua – Worth a visit? I’m surprised each time my toes touch the sand at Lanikai Beach Kailua. Typically, I ditch my slippers at the car and navigate the way to the beach access over hot, rough asphalt so the sandy beach path is a luxurious welcome. The sand is so powder-y soft […]
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About Kailua Beach Yes it is. Okay, okay I may be biased here because I’m lucky enough to call Kailua home, but I’m not wrong. Even Dr. Beach ranked Kailua Beach in Oahu the number one beach in the United States back in 2019. And beaches don’t really change all that much. Crescent-shaped Kailua Beach […]
Is Koko Head Trail worth it? A quick summary Koko Head Trail is an exhilarating adventure on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Brace yourself for a workout as you conquer over 1,000 steps up this historic tramway, once used during World War II. The reward? Jaw-dropping views of Hanauma Bay, the windward coast, Hawaii kai, […]
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Hiking in Hawaii Hiking is a favorite way for our family to travel and explore a new area. It’s a fantastic way to create memories while surrounded by natural beauty. Even here at home, we hike to escape the hustle of everyday life with an escape into nature. If you have a family who loves […]
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Oahu Hikes for families of all adventure levels If you’re on the hunt for Oahu family hikes, I’ve got your back. I’ve taken (ahem, dragged) my kids on hikes since they were babies so let’s dive in and explore some options on the windward side of the island. If you’re staying in Waikiki and want […]
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For the love of Waikiki Many people dream of Waikiki with it’s clear blue water, rolling surf and umbrella laden cocktails. You can easily spend a week people watching, playing in the water, shopping and eating all the food – so many desserts and so little time. Parking is pricey and car rentals have skyrocketed […]
Who is this list for? Oahu activities for adventurous families is list of personal favorites. We love to travel and whenever we visit a new place, I try to seek out insider tips from someone who actually lives there. I can be that person for you ;) We are a fairly adventurous family who love […]
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Looking for the Best Oahu Family Beach? Okay, I hear you. You want to know where to find the best Oahu family beach. Cut out all the nonsense and direct you straight to paradise. I like your style. But what would the “best Oahu family beach” even look like? I’ll share some details of my […]
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Avoid the Crowds at Sherwood Beach – Even on a Weekend I’m a little spoiled when it comes to beaches. My family photo sessions are scheduled around crowds – early morning with its warm golden light or off-the-beaten-path beaches in the evening. Either way, we normally have a good amount of space to ourselves. So […]
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