Food is a window into many cultures, and the food that we had in Japan was a peak into the historic and charming empire.
Read MoreKyoto is the Capital of Japanese culture and our two days there were magical.
Hot Take: A mix of modern and ancient, Kyoto is a must-see part of experiencing Japan (4.0 stars)
Read MoreA rough start to international travel yields to the magic of the deer (and people) of Nara, Japan.
Hot Take: Our favorite day in Japan; the Nara deer must be experienced to be fully appreciated (4.5 stars).
Read MoreNo pain, no gain was never truer than when learning to SCUBA at the stunning Makena Bay.
Hot Take: SCUBA is a major time/money commitment, but it will change your relationship with the sea (and yourself) forever (4.5 stars)
Read MoreMatt and Kelly begin their journey as digital nomads by spending three weeks amongst family and friends on the big island of Hawaii and Maui.
Read MoreA change of pace from tourist trap resorts, a trip to the Upcountry of Maui is a must during any visit to maui.
Hot Take: Explore the country side of Maui and live like the locals for a day (3.5 stars).
Read MoreA most unexpected sunrise journey to the top of an extinct volcano, the views from Haleakala in Maui are out of this world (but the wake-up call is brutal).
Hot Take: If you want/need the full Maui experience, then the Sunrise at Haleakala should be on your list but we didn’t experience any epiphanies (3.0 stars).
Read MoreThe day spent on the Road to Hana was a highlight of our time in Maui and should be considered a ‘must-do’ for anyone there for a week.
Hot Take: The Road to Hana exposes you to ‘classic’ Maui with all the waterfalls, beaches, lava tubes, and wonders that you hoped for when you booked your trip! (4.5 stars).
Read MoreA great sustainability mission with the opportunity for visitors to play with and feed the color changing octopuses.
Hot Take: Kanaloa Octopus Farm tour was well worth the $25 each if you are an adventurous spirit with the desire to support a good cause (4 stars).
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