As you (may) know, I’m hosting a conference in September called TravelCon.For a long time, I’ve dreamed of organizing a conference in conjunction with our Superstar Blogging program. So…
Exploring Oahu’s Vibrant + Modern Downtown
When you dream of Oahu, whether you’ve been here before or not, you probably close your eyes and picture the waves of North Shore. A lei-covered luau. Maybe a sunset on Waikiki Beach. The pin…
A Long Weekend in Waikiki
Waikiki seems to be one of those places that some travelers love, and some travelers love to hate. I’d been to Waikiki before, and had seen many of it’s major sites — Diamond Head…
Guides Nick and Elder take on the Motatapu Race
For those of you lucky enough to have been guided on an Active Adventures trip by Nick or Elder (or both if you were extra lucky!), you’ll be aware that they’re a couple of blokes who c…
My Travel Plans for 2018
Yes, late February is a tad late for a post announcing anything to do with 2018. But what can I say, my plans took a little longer than usual this year to start coming together! In fact, I’m …
Getting Lost in a Jungle in Costa Rica
“Let’s go hiking,” I said one early morning at breakfast.“Gracias,” I replied.We were in Arenal, a small town up in central Costa Rica famed for its active volcano of …
Oahu’s Disney Aulani Resort For Adults!
Ian and I tend to fancy ourselves a pair of fairly with-it twenty-somethings — though I admit I’m concerned that saying so is the blogging equivalent of wearing non-ironic mom jeans. Wh…
The RTW Trip Giveaway: A Winner’s Update (Part 1)
What would you do with a free trip around the world? Last year, I gave away a trip around the world. After going through thousands of entries, in the end, Heather was the winner. Her story was powe…
I Still F*ing Hate Koh Phi Phi
Yeah, I used the F word. That’s how much I hate Ko Phi Phi.Construction was all over the place, tourists were returning — some also helping rebuild — and the government was promis…
Adventures On The Big Island Of Hawaii (Plus Red Hot Magma!)
Things To Do On The Big IslandTravel TipsDid you know I once lived in Hawaii? On the island of Oahu, for a year back in college. Oahu is the most popular and busiest Hawaiian island, but The Big Is…