I first started exploring Airbnb.com, VRBO.com and other vacation rental sites when we were plotting our trip to San Diego – it fell during ComicCon, and hotel pickings were slim and pricy, so I thought there might be a way…
Hot Lava! A Doorless Helicopter Tour of Kilauea Volcano, Big Island, Hawaii
This morning I wake up to the news that Kīlauea Volcano on Big Island is erupting. Towns are being evacuated, videos show bright red lava spilling onto highways, grassy areas, and the governor is requesting national emergency status. My immediate…
Photo Friday: Maui, the Land of Rainbows
I never thought of myself as the sort of person who would stop everything just to look at a rainbow. Turns out, that’s exactly the sort of bloke I am. Even Sona and her brother and sister, who are committed…
Vacation Envy: How Come Everyone’s Traveling Except Me?
I know what you’re thinking. We’ve been living it up at Revel, chowing down on tacos and Vietnamese food, lounging by the pool, cozying up with hot cocoa and tiramisu as we play Bonopoly (as Kavya likes to call it)….
Photo Friday: Sunrise in Hawaii’s Haleakala National Park
There’s nothing like celebrating Christmas in Hawaii, with its warm beaches, crystal blue waters, constant sunshine, and gorgeous sunrises, like this one I took in the early morning at Haleakala National Park in Mauii.
Photo Friday: Sona On Top Of The World in Hawaii
This is how we spent Christmas in Hawaii, soaring above the blue of the ocean. This year will probably be a little different . . .
Video: Riding Underwater Scooters in Oahu, Hawai’i
Since we had already jumped out of a plane in Oahu, we decided to go the opposite direction this time. We found out about riding around in the ocean on submersible scooters through Groupon, and couldn’t resist. Even my 73-year-old…
Video: Gear Review “The Road to Hana – R2H – Audio CD Guide”
Video: Lahaina Whale Watching Bust with Spectacular Views of Maui
Video: The Old Lahaina Luau in Maui, Hawaii
There’s not really anything all that authentic about a Lu’au, but the Old Lahaina Luau is probably as authentic as you’re going to get. Don;t believe me, check out the video and see for yourself!
Video: Sona and Navdeep Jump Out of a Plane in Hawaii
We got a bit bored of hanging out by the shops in Waikiki, and it was my brother-in-law Tarun’s birthday, so we all thought the best option was for all three of us to jump out of a plane. No,…
Travel Tip: In Hawai’i, Save Big by Renting a House Instead of a Hotel Room
Most folks traveling to Hawai’i plan on staying at one of those posh beach-front resorts. But not us. For one thing: snorathon! For another, with eight adults and a toddler traveling, our hotel costs would add up super-fast. That’s why…
