You’ve worked hard and saved up every penny for your trip to Hawaii. You can’t wait to hit the beach and just RELAX for once. But everyday that you get closer to your trip, THAT feeling starts creeping up. You know THAT feeling, the one that taps you on the shoulder to say you left…

When you imagine a traveling minimalist, perhaps the first picture that comes to mind is a mustached, plaid-wearing hipster carrying their entire life in two backpacks. But there is another picture, and definition, of the traveling minimalist: you. The minimalist philosophy rests on quality over quantity; placing the greatest value on people, experiences, and joy while…

Inside my mini-bag, you’ll find everything needed to keep cozy, entertained and satiated. What you’ll find in my personal Item: Macbook Earphones Spilt-jack (for shared cinema hour) Neck Pillow Dried Fruits & Nuts Fig Bars Makeup-Bag w/ jewelry Toothbrush/toothpaste Planner & Pen Instax Camera Sunglasses Sleep Mask Charger Cords When Going to the Cold: Coat…

Travel and tourism is an ever changing landscape. The past few years alone have flipped the industry on its head both globally and locally here in Hawaii. True industry leaders need to be ahead of the ball and have real insights into their customers as individuals. To help keep your business ahead of the curve,…

Top 10 Brunch Picks in Honolulu One thing about Hawaii in February: it rains a lot- spontaneously and against what the weather reports. So because it’s likely that you may experience a beach day impinged upon by rain, it’s helpful to have a plan B prepared. Introducing: plan brunch! Below are our favorite brunch spots, all located near…

Have you seen the movie Snakes on a Plane? Me neither. Creeps me out just thinking about it. But if I had to draw any analogy to what it’s like to fly with young children, that’s the one. The only bonus for flying with young ones is that you don’t have to pay for their seat before…

In today’s world, adopting a minimalistic lifestyle is becoming something of a trend. Even so, when my husband and I share what we’ve done to apply some of these “minimalist” concepts we’re often met with some questions.  The choice most questioned? Living without a car.  By no means is this a new way of life (especially for…

Looking for the perfect romantic date night in Honolulu without breaking the bank? We have just the list for you. While the hubby and I love dressing up for special occasions, spending $300 dollars on dinner isn’t really our cup our cup of tea (or in this case, our glass of wine) so since we…

When visiting Hawaii, you’ve likely come to experience wonder and inspiration with your honey-bun. But perhaps while planning your vacation with the tour guide, you didn’t anticipate spending your vacation driving across the island… The beauty is, there are plenty of romantic dates to be had on the South Shore. That’s why we’ve put together a…