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Planning for Hawaii on a Budget — Oahu

This is a guest post at Go Backpacking.

Even though the South Pacific is often viewed as a pricey place to visit, that doesn’t mean a budget traveler can’t afford the tropics. In fact, even such popular (and pricey) destinations like Hawaii can be done on a budget if you do your homework and plan ahead.

Using the Bus to Get Around Honolulu

Some practical tips on how to use TheBus (local bus service) to navigate around the Hawaiian island of Oahu. If you can’t rent a car in Honolulu, TheBus is the perfect budget option.

Under the Sea: Snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, Hawaii

Hanauma Bay, a horseshoe-shaped bay on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, is popular for various reasons — it’s location; it’s ridiculously blue waters; its wide, long beach; and, of course, the snorkeling.

The Things I Learned in Hawaii

Even though Hawaii is still a part of the United States, it’s easy to feel like you’re headed to a completely different country when you travel there. You find things in Hawaii that you won’t find anywhere else in the U.S. Find out some of the things I learned there.

Wandering in Chicago — Why You Should Stray From the Path

Even though I like to plan my travel carefully, plans become more like rough guidelines once I actually get to a destination. And that’s okay. Sometimes straying off-plan is the best thing you can do, especially in a great city like Chicago.

Love to Laugh? Don’t Miss Chicago Improv

Chicago has a very lively and talented improv scene, and if you’re going to spend any amount of time in the city, I highly recommend checking some of these funny people out. Here are some suggestions on where and when to go.

7 Useful Apps for a Great American Road Trip

Thinking of road tripping across the U.S.? Then don’t leave without these great travel apps.

Grand Canyon Smackdown: North Rim vs. South Rim

In this comparison post, find out how the well-known South Rim compares to the lesser-visited North Rim at the Grand Canyon.