The Hamakua/Kawai Nui marsh complex is not only the largest remaining wetland in Hawaii, but it’s one of the only places in the world where you can find several species of native and endangered Hawaiian birds. My sister Shannon has been working in conservation on Oahu for several years and has works on research projects with … Read more
With only a few days in Oahu, our itinerary was packed solid from morning until night, so the only time we we had to squeeze in hiking Lulumahu Falls was right before we flew home. While not the best hike to conquer directly before hopping on a plane (wet and muddy clothes are not exactly … Read more
We are in Oahu visiting my sister Shannon, and she’s giving us a local’s tour of the island. I told her that I wasn’t going to research anything before our trip, and that I just wanted to do all of her favorite things.. except hiking. So naturally on our second day here, she took me … Read more
Big Bear Oktoberfest occurs in the fall during 8 consecutive weekends each year. Voted one of the top Oktoberfest’s in country, people come from all over to party in the mountains of Big Bear Lake. Keep reading for ways to turn your Oktoberfest celebration into a weekend getaway; check out photos and discover where to … Read more
I have yet to experience Oktoberfest in Munich, but for the last 3 years I’ve drank enough at the Big Bear Oktoberfest to completely forget where I am. So does that still count? If you’ve never been to Big Bear Oktoberfest, I have to warn you.. it’s a little weird and completely random. I think … Read more
