Another Chapter Begins: Our Couple Travel Adventures Start Here!
Marte + Lainey’s Honeymoon in Hawaii 🌴💍
On August 11, 2016, Marte and I tied the knot (more on that in another post 😉), and to kick off this new chapter together, we headed to Hawaii for our honeymoon—1 week in Maui and 1 week in Kauai. Our couple travel adventures officially began!
First Stop: Kauai 🌺
Kauai reminded me so much of the Philippines—the tropical vibes, the laid-back rhythm of the island, and yes... the rain. It pretty much rained every day we were there, but somehow it added to the charm.
We visited a beautiful beach where a bunch of movies were filmed, including Pirates of the Caribbean. I can’t remember the others at the moment (LOL), but it felt surreal being there!
Let’s Talk Snacks 🍌🥥
During one of our tours, they served banana bread and a tropical trail mix that was absolutely delicious. It was the kind of snack you wish you could bring home. I asked if they sold it, and while they didn’t, they were kind enough to give me the extras. Win! 😂
Kipu Ranch Adventure 🚜🌄
One of the highlights of the trip was our visit to Kipu Ranch in Lihue. It’s only about 5 minutes from Nawiliwili Harbor—super convenient for cruise ship travelers from lines like Norwegian, Princess, Carnival, and Royal Caribbean.
And get this—they’re ranked the #1 ATV tour in Hawaii!
We booked their early bird special and spent 3 hours ATV’ing across the island. It was bumpy, and I had to take Dramamine (I get dizzy easily 😅), but it was totally worth it.
Our tour guide mentioned something that stuck with me: most locals don’t even get to explore the island the way we did. In a way, visitors end up seeing more of Kauai than the people who live there. I felt incredibly lucky to experience that.
The guides were also super friendly, patient, and focused on safety—which made the whole experience even better.
We learned so much about Kauai, got to see breathtaking views, and made unforgettable memories together. It was the perfect way to start our marriage. Can’t wait to go back someday. 💛
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