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Stunning Beaches on Oahu You’ll Want to Explore
Hello Everyone! I am back on Oahu, and I’ve been having a lot of beach days lately. There are a ton of beautiful beaches on Oahu, but these ten you will definitely want to explore. Without further ado, here is my guide to my ten favorite beaches on the island. I would also like to preface this post by saying the ocean conditions in Hawaii can be very dangerous, and not all of these beaches have lifeguards on duty. Please do your research on ocean conditions and safety before visiting any of these beaches, you can also click here to learn more about ocean safety in Hawaii! 10. Makapu’u Beach…
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Solo Travel in Cairns, Australia: a Complete Guide
Hi everyone! I recently went on a solo trip to Cairns, Australia, and let me tell you, this trip exceeded all expectations. Cairns is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. Between the Great Barrier Reef and the luscious rainforest, there is so much to do here. Everyone I met was so friendly, and it is the perfect destination for solo travelers. Without further ado, here is my guide for solo traveling Cairns! This guide will cover: Where to Stay A hostel is a perfect option if you are solo traveling, and it is also going to be very budget friendly! You are destined to meet other friendly…
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Byron Bay to Newcastle Australia: A Complete Travel Guide
Hi everyone! The east coast of Australia is one of the most popular destinations for travelers. I recently did a road trip with my family in New South Wales and thought it was a wonderful way to experience the east coast. We went to a ton of great beaches and other stops that I wanted to share with everyone. Whether you are roadtripping or backpacking, this guide will be perfect for you! For this guide, I have narrowed down the top 10 best stops between Byron Bay and Newcastle. Without further ado, let’s get into it! Cape Byron Walking Track Up first on the list is the Cape Byron walking…
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Sydney Australia on a Budget: Complete Travel Guide
Hi friends! Australia has always been one of my bucket list destinations and I am currently spending a month in the land down under. My first week here was spent in Sydney, so I thought I would write about some of the best things I did while there. The majority of the activities on this itinerary are free, so if you are interested in traveling on a budget, this will be perfect for you. Accommodation I stayed in two different hostels while in Sydney. The majority of times, with a hostel, you are getting what you pay for, which is cheap accommodation. The first hostel I stayed in was Mad…
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8 Things You Need to do in Oahu
Hi everyone! I recently got to go back to Oahu to visit my sister and second ohana (Tom and Deb). I’m so happy I got to spend the holidays on the island and see so many loved ones during my trip. Me and Kiley’s lifelong friend came to visit for the first time, and I got to play tour guide. I wanted to share a few things we did that I haven’t posted about on this blog before. 1. Waimea Bay Waimea Bay is one of my favorite beaches on the north shore. There is plenty of space on the beach, but parking is limited, so I recommend going early.…
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Happy Birthday Kiley Mei!
Today marks my little sister’s 20th birthday. For those of you who don’t know Kiley, she is truly the most amazing person I know. She has the biggest heart and not one mean bone in her body. She is the most hardworking person I’ve ever met, and she gives everything she does 110%. She is passionate about traveling, fitness, and making the world a better place. She inspires me every day and I am so proud to be her big sister. Kiley, It has been a gift to watch you grow up. You have accomplished so much and I couldn’t be more proud of you. You have the best sense…
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Amazing things to do in San Diego: Beaches and Outdoor Activities
Hey everyone! I recently went on a trip to California with my family and wanted to share some of the things we did. It was my first time in California and I absolutely loved it. We stayed in San Diego while we were there and it was beautiful. La Jolla On the first day of our trip we went to La Jolla. We started at the cove where we saw some sea lions and from there we walked along the sidewalk on the coast. Next to the sidewalk, there’s a grassy area where lots of people were hanging out. While walking, we saw lots of sea cliffs, beautiful houses, and…
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Best Things to do in Algarve Portugal: Travel Itinerary
First and foremost, I want to give a huge thank you to my neighbors Jim and Kelly for letting Kiley and I stay in their beautiful home in Algarve and being amazing hosts! Seriously, you guys are the best! For those of you who don’t know, Portugal is my grandmother’s homeland so being able to come here and explore this beautiful country with my sister was a very special experience. Day 1 During our trip Kiley and I stayed in Albufeira. We spent our first full day just walking around, specifically in the Old Town. Old Town is rich with history and has a ton of cool shops and restaurants.…
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Surf Shots by Nina Iveson
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always loved taking photos. I would take a little digital camera on all my school field trips and especially enjoyed taking pictures at the beach. When I began my surf photography journey at Beach Boy Photography, I immediately fell in love with shooting in the water. There was something so magical about capturing stillness in action-packed Waikiki. These are some of my favorite surf photos I’ve taken that I wanted to share on the blog. I hope you enjoy! For any photography inquiries, click here!
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4 Days on the Big Island: The Perfect Itinerary
Hey everyone! I recently took a trip to Big Island with some girlfriends and wanted to share what we did. I wanted to make the most of our trip with the short amount of time we had. It was both my friends first time on Big I so I wanted to show them as much as possible. So whether you are wanting to go island hopping or just plan a quick trip, I hope you find this blog post useful! Day 1 We flew into the Kona airport from Oahu and then went to go pick up our car. If you are traveling to Big Island you will definitely need…
