by Mary Charleson | Mar 1, 2020 | Hawaii & South Pacific, USA
If you want to go as far south as possible without falling off the edge of the US, South Point at the southern tip of Hawaii’s Big Island is the place to go. It is also the access area for a 2.5-mile hike in to Green Sand Beach, one of only four green sandy beaches in...
by Mary Charleson | Feb 28, 2020 | Hawaii & South Pacific, USA
Pololu Valley hike The Kohala and Waimea region in the north offers some terrific hiking and adventure exploring opportunities. The Pololu Valley hike is one of the most memorable. In contrast to the south’s desert climate, North Kohala is lushly otherworldly with...
by Mary Charleson | Feb 27, 2020 | Hawaii & South Pacific, USA
There are countless touristy boat charter trips that will take you snorkeling Kealakekua Bay from Kalua- Kona. But a fun (and much cheaper, as in FREE) way to access the area is by foot. You’ll not only get some great snorkeling in, but also a scenic day hike in and...
by Mary Charleson | Dec 16, 2019 | Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Europe, Hawaii & South Pacific, South Africa, South America / Central America, USA
We’ve combed the internet for some fun, inspirational, and useful gifts for travelers. Below you’ll find 8 useful, 4 cool, and 2 inspirational gifts, plus 2 more that you don’t really need – but will truly want! (be sure to read to the bottom) 8 Gifts for Travelers...
by Mary Charleson | Mar 10, 2019 | Hawaii & South Pacific, USA
Exploring Hawaiʻi’s Big Island on a scooter is one of the most carefree (and fun!) ways to discover Kona coast beaches. With warm ocean breezes, easy pull-offs to every beach, and the freedom to stop anywhere that catches your eye, this little adventure turns a simple...
by Mary Charleson | Sep 2, 2018 | USA
I’m always on the look out for tourism marketing examples, since I use them in presentations with clients in the travel industry over on my other business at FiveMinuteMarketing.com A fellow travelling friend put me onto this clever use of a chat bot named Rose being...
