Dream Destination: A White Christmas

I personally have never seen snow in my life! Can you believe it?! Being born in Hawaii, snow isn't a common sight =P One of my wishes would be to someday see a white Christmas...

According to a Forbes article, my best bet within the U.S. would be either in Fairbanks, Alaska or Wausau, Wisconsin where each location has had snow on Christmas for the last 15 years!

I would definitely freeze my buns off, but that's what fireplaces and hot cocoa is for! It would be well worth the sight of a white Christmas! One can only dream...

Vacationing on Oahu, Hawaii: Good Eats Pt2

Part 2 of our Good Eats Hawaii Edition!

We've got 5 more places we wanted to share with you all!

Here they are!

1) Uncle Bo's - Kapahulu

This is a little hole in the wall place that from the outside looks like nothing, but once inside, they have a nice intimate setting, but also great for groups of friends to just relax and have a good time! Pretty much anything you order on the menu will be amazing, but we especially love they're famous Dynamite Shrimp!

Hours
Mon - Sun 500pm-200am

**Highly suggest reservations if planning to go on a weekend

Dynamite Shrimp

2) Tokkuri Tei - Kapahulu

If you like experimenting with foods, this is a great place to start with Japanese food! They have an extensive list of little tidbits that you can order to share and try different items. Very authentic Japanese with a little twist! They have a great sushi bar, and we highly recommend trying they're Enoki Bata (sauteed mushrooms)!

Hours
Mon - Fri 1030am - 200pm (Lunch)
Mon - Sat 530pm - 1200am (Dinner)
Sun 5pm - 10pm (Dinner Only)

Enoki Bata

3) Yogurstory - Near Ala Moana

Previously a place for froyo lovers, now they have an extensive food and drink menu! The environment is very chic and modern which provides a great atmosphere! They have two levels where you can choose to sit. We recommend they're Belgian Waffles! They also have a great coffee and tea menu as well!

Hours
Mon - Wed and Sun 8am -12am
Thurs - Sat 8am - 2pm

4) Home Bar and Grill - Kalakaua

This place has one of the best foods for a bar! They have some quirky items like tater tot nachos and kalbi noodles, but they also make a great caesar salad and kim chee fried rice! A great place to have dinner or for a night out with friends!

Hours
Mon - Sun 2pm - 2am

Tater Tot Nachos

5) Hale Vietnam - Kaimuki

If you love Pho, you would love Hale Vietnam! Its a more upscale Vietnamese restaurant, although you don't have be dressed up to eat here. They have been in business for years and years! We love they're Pho, but we also love they're Imperial Rolls and Iced Coffee!

Hours
Mon - Sun 10am - 945pm

What are some of your Good Eats in your area? Or if you've been or live in Hawaii, what are your favorite places to eat?

**Photos and hours of operation courtesy of Yelp!

Dream Destination: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

If I could go anywhere in the world for the weekend I would jump on a plane and head to....

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

Particularly when they have the Brazilian Carnival!

What's your Dream Destination?

Beauty Picks of the Month: July

This month, we wanted to share with you our most coveted beauty products that are perfect for traveling!

If you're a jetsetter, or planning a vacation, here are some great beauty products to bring along with you!

Yes to Cucumbers Travel Essentials Kit - $14.99

The towelettes in this kit are awesome! This kit comes with a travel 10 towelette pack, and its designed to soothe and moisturize for people who have sensitive skin. It also comes with a travel sized soothing Eye Gel to combat puffiness and dark circles, and their mint Lip Butter to moisten and soften, both products perfect for taking with you on the plane! They also take off face makeup!  Use the case it comes in to carry all your other travel essentials! Other facial wipes from 'Yes To' are their Yes To Blueberries (brightening and age defying) and Yes To Tomatoes (blemish clearing).

Too Faced 'Glamour to Go' Palette $22.00

We chose this palette because it comes with a variety of colors that you can't go wrong with. Create looks for a day sightseeing, or a fun night out! We especially love that it comes with both a bronzer and a blush that is both buildable and natural, and also a pretty light pink lip gloss! Not to mention it comes in an adorable case =)

Sigma Beauty 'Mrs Bunny' Travel Makeup Brush Set $59.00

Apply your makeup flawlessly with Sigma's Mrs. Bunny Travel Brush Set! It comes with all your essential brushes including a powder brush, blush/contour brush, foundation brush, blending brush, shadow brush, pencil brush and small angled eyeliner/brow brush! They also come in a functional cylinder which can be used to both hold your brushes while traveling and to use as a brush holder on your counter!

Marc Jacobs 'Daisy Eau So Fresh' Rollerball $20.00

Rollerball's are the perfect fragrance essential made for traveling! They are small and compact to fit in your purse or travel bag, and can be rolled on directly to the skin instead of spritzing. Use on your pulse points (wrist, neck and behind the knees) to get the full effect of the fragrance and longevity. They usually come in all different scents, but our favorite is Marc Jacobs 'Daisy Eau So Fresh'!

Herbal Essence 'Hello Hydration' Travel Shampoo and Conditioner $1.25 each

We love the Herbal Essence 'Hello Hydration' line! Its especially great to use while traveling because it keeps the moisture locked into your hair without making it feel greasy or weighed down. The smell is absolutely refreshing!

What are some of your favorite travel essentials?

Vacationing on Oahu, Hawaii: Good Eats Pt1

Hey All,

If your planning on taking a trip to Oahu, Hawaii during the summer, we thought we would let you all in on some of the best places to grab a bite!! Whenever we have visitors in town, we always try to hit up these spots!

There are soooo many great places to eat in Hawaii we couldn't list them all in the same post! Check out our first list of favorites! Stay tuned for our next list of favorites!

 1) Giovanni's Shrimp Truck - Kahuku

If your on the North Shore, you must stop at this shrimp truck for a bite of shrimpy goodness! Their shrimp scampi is the most popular item, and it is sooooo delicious with tons of butter and garlic! Before you leave, be sure to make your mark on their truck!

Hours

Mon-Sun 1030am-630pm

Cash Only

2) Waiola Shave Ice - Moiliili/Kaimuki

The most popular and softest shave ice on the island! So many different flavors and toppings to choose from, you will probably stop by this drop of heaven more than once!

Moiliili Hours

Mon-Sat 730am-630pm

Sun 10am-630pm

Kaimuki Hours

Mon-Thurs 10am-6pm

Fri-Sun 10am-630pm

Cash Only

3) Bubbies Ice Cream - Moiliili/Hawaii Kai

So creamy and smooth, Bubbies homemade ice cream is oh so delicious! Be sure to try one of their mochi ice cream's, which is their most popular item. There is almost always a long line going out the door, and limited table seating, but it goes by pretty quickly.

Moiliili Hours

Mon-Thurs 12pm-12am

Fri-Sat 12pm-1am

Sun 12pm-1130pm

Hawaii Kai Hours

Sun-Thurs 10am-11pm

Fri-Sat 10am-Midnight

Cash Only

4) Tenkaippin Ramen - Kapahulu

Majority of their ingredients come straight from Japan! The most popular is the Kotteri ramen which has a thicker broth, but very scrumptious! Also, be sure to try their gyoza also, one of the best!

Hours

Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm

Fri-Sat 11am-11pm

Cash Only, No Takeout Available

5) Marukame Udon - Waikiki


This restaurant only came up recently and everytime we have gone there, there has been a line! The reason why? Because it is the best udon you will ever taste in your life! Plus, it is totally affordable! Also, they have a wide assortment of tempura and musubi's to choose from which are also scrumdibuliumptious!


Hours
Mon-Sun 11am-10pm


Cash Only, No Reservations Accepted

6) Leonards - Kapahulu


Leonard's has been in business since 1952! It is definitely a local favorite! Their malasadas are baked to perfection! Its sugary, soft, and crunchy all at the same time! If you get the chance, take a box of these with you to bring back home!


Hours
Sun - Thurs 530am-9pm
Fri-Sat 6am-10pm