In case you haven't heard, I'm a wimp when it comes to heights. I'm doing my best to conquer this fear and the best way to do it, seemingly, was to climb into a helicopter with no doors. Since Kaua'i is made of mostly national and state parks, only 30% or so of it is accessible. This is why … [Read more...] about Flying High Over Kaua’i
Hawaii
Backpacker-Friendly Hawaii
Even though I didn't go to Hawaii as a backpacker, I'm constantly in the mindset, so I noticed a few cost-cutting methods if you're adding to Hawaii to your RTW itinerary. Which, by the way, you should. Transportation This is the biggest expenditure for anyone traveling to Hawaii because it … [Read more...] about Backpacker-Friendly Hawaii
Big Scam on the Big Island
We'd had such good luck with accommodations on our trip, ranging from the luxury of The Edition Waikiki to the rustic charm of Waimea Plantation Cottages. But something had to go wrong, right? After staying in bigger resorts on Oahu, we opted for smaller hotels on the Big Island. We … [Read more...] about Big Scam on the Big Island