March 2022 - Borders & Bucket Lists

March 21, 2022August 13, 2022

9 Best Hawaii Outfits for Your Island Getaway

Are you looking for the best Hawaii outfits for your island vacation? This guide from a Hawaii local has all of the best recommendations!

two piece set with red bird of paradise from Pohaku Hawaii outfits — *Photo Courtesy of Pohaku*

So you’ve booked your Hawaii vacation and now you’re wondering what to wear when you get there. You’re not just looking for a Hawaii packing list. You’re looking for specific Hawaii outfit ideas. Well, you’re in luck! This guide from a local covers all of the Hawaii outfits you’ll need during your trip – from beach outfits to hiking outfits to luau outfits.

To make things even better, I’ve recommended quite a few Hawaii clothing brands for you to check out. In other words, you can make sure that your wonderful Hawaii vacation outfits have an added touch of island culture.

March 17, 2022February 20, 2023

26 WORST Road to Hana Mistakes: The Ultimate Road to Hana Guide

Are you looking for the ultimate Road to Hana guide? This article from Hawaii local has everything you need to know – including which mistakes to avoid.

Three bears falls road to hana guide mistakes

The Road to Hana is one of the most popular things to do in Hawaii. With its colored sand beaches and cascading waterfalls, it’s undoubtedly one of the most scenic drives in Hawaii.

While most people research stops to see along the way, very few look up Road to Hana mistakes. And these mistakes can make or break your adventure. But don’t worry! This Road to Hana guide from a Hawaii local is here to help!

March 10, 2022August 29, 2022

24 Best Hawaii Snacks You Have to Try

Are you looking for the best Hawaii snacks? This guide from a Hawaii local has everything you need to know!

three espresso bar flavors and two bags of coffee beans from Big Island Coffee Roasters Hawaii snacks — *Photo Courtesy of Big Island Coffee Roasters*

One of the coolest parts of Hawaii is the food. There are so many fun flavor combinations, thanks to the influence of the many different immigrant cultures in Hawaii. Hawaiian, Japanese, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Portuguese, and American cuisines all play a role in Hawaii’s local flavors. In other words, you won’t be able to try these foods anywhere else in the world!

While you can certainly taste these local flavors in full-on meals, you can also experience bite-sized versions of them through Hawaii snacks! With everything from espresso bites to li hing mui gummy candy to dried fish jerky, there’s no shortage of mouthwatering snacks from Hawaii.