Cancun in Mexico might not sound like an obvious travel destination for independent travellers. But if you look beyond the high-end Mexican resorts, there are quirky things to do and see in and around the Yucatán Peninsula. Recently I went on a work trip to Cancun and found myself in a perfectly manicured all-inclusive Mexican …
We are not going to lie, planning a trip to Aloha state is overwhelming. It takes time, patience and persistence. But it’s not impossible. And if you let us, we will help you find the most fascinating things to do in Hawaii on your next trip to the tropical islands. With seven islands scattered in …
Are you planning a tropical holiday? Oh, we are so jealous! We had an unforgettable time island hopping in Hawaii and splashing about in some of the best beaches in Hawaii. This is why we want you to include them in your Hawaiian itinerary. There are so many incredible places to visit in Hawaii …
Our flight back to Honolulu wasn’t till the evening so we had plenty of time to do one last exciting thing in Hawaii – watch the sunrise at Haleakala. On our last day in Maui, we got up at around 4 am. Filled our thermos with vanilla Chai tea, put on a few layers of clothes, …
Hawaiians say ‘if you haven’t been to Haleakala, you haven’t been to Maui or at least looked into its soul’. It’s a magical place so by all means, get yourselves there! The road to Haleakala The road up to the volcano is relatively easy to drive on compared to Mauna Kea. We did it in our tiny …
Island hopping by plane is one of the ways to get around in Hawaii, but if you fancy a boat ride you can get a ferry from Maui to Lanai/Molokai islands. You can also take a private boat or a yacht and go on a whale watching tour with champagne, but be aware of companies …
One of the best ways to see Maui is to take the Road to Hana, the most beautiful and jaw-dropping highway in Hawaii. We surely did it and it was a fantastic day driving through lush serpentine roads presenting us with one dramatic view after another while winding between arboreous valleys and skyscraping cliffs. However, …
If you’re considering visiting the Mauna Kea summit to witness a breathtaking sunset on your next trip to the Big Island, this post is for you. Our entire trip to Hawaii was centred around the awe-inspiring Mauna Kea, Known for its snow-capped peak and iconic white-dome stargazing telescopes. Watching the sunset from this ancient volcano …
If you are heading to Pahoa, on the East coast of the Big Island, there are 3 lava rock sites that will blow your mind. We strongly recommend checking them all out. All 3 are close to each other so it makes a nice day out. Coming from the lush and green Kauai, this island …
