Last Sunday, we celebrated Dan’s (belated) birthday in style. I woke him up early around 7 AM with breakfast (something he’s always responsible for due to my lack of cooking skills), coffee, and a card telling him to get in the car when he was finished.
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My Complete Postcard Collection
My postcard collection is one of my most prized possessions. It ranks in the top three along with my passport and the 704 phone number that I’ve had since I first got a phone when I was 13. It all started when I was studying abroad in London. As I was
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My Trip to Lanai
My older brother has been visiting since August 12, and one of the activities we planned during his stay was a visit to Lanai. So, this past Sunday, August 15, we traveled to the smallest inhabited island available to travelers. Here was our
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That Time I Went Shark Diving
Pictured above: Dan free diving during our shark diving experience Shortly after arriving in Hawaii, I heard rave reviews about shark diving. A handful of companies work right out of Haleiwa for the purposes of research, conservation, education, and diving.
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My 20 Favorite Photos from Southeast Asia
Photo 1 (above): Standing in front of the Batu Caves in Malaysia (June 2019) For four months after graduation, I traveled to almost every country in Southeast Asia. I started out traveling with friends (Maddie and Caroline), saw family along the way, and
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Best Spots to Drink in Honolulu: Kaka’ako Neighborhood
Last weekend, our friends Mallory and Shannon called us on a random Saturday afternoon. Without much of a plan, they asked a simple question, “Do you two want to go into town to drink?” Say no more. I’m a social drinker more than
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Manoa Chocolate Tour and Tasting: My Favorite Activity on Oahu
When I first arrived on Oahu, I was determined to make the most of my time here. I created My Hawaiian Bucket List based on what I found online and what I thought would be most worth exploring. During one of the videos that I watched, I learned about
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Kayaking to the Mokes
Are you looking for a fun adventure to get you out on the water? During my first month on Oahu, Dan and I rented kayaks with a group of friends to head out to the Mokulua Islands also known as “the Mokes.” If you’re interested in
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How to Visit the Mermaid Caves
Did you ever dream of being a mermaid as a child? If Aquamarine was your favorite movie, the Mermaid Caves will be your favorite destination on Oahu. It’s a natural cavernous wonder located on the West Side. Depending on the tide, this elusive
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Visiting the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden & Byodo-In Temple
As a part of my Hawaii bucket list, I wanted to visit the Byodo-In Temple and Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden. Memorial Day Weekend seemed like the perfect time to see both as the two are located only about 10 minutes from each other on the east
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Sunrise at Lanikai Pillbox
One of the first items I decided to tackle on my Hawaii bucket list was the Lanikai Pillbox. Oahu has pillboxes located all around the island that were previously used as military bunkers. Today, they’re the destination for many of the
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My Journey To Whitehaven Beach: The Most Beautiful Beach in the World
In June 2019, I visited my older brother, Jake, in Sydney, Australia where he was living and working at the time. During this 10-day period, I visited Sydney, Melbourne, and Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays. My best friend from college, Caroline, flew
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