Lori Barbely
Hi, I’m Lori. But you can call me Lors. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida. My background is in editorial travel photography and writing and I've been to more than 30 countries. I’m obsessed with tropical locales and my favorite city is Tokyo. Have camera, will travel! I’m a Disney adult, Lord of the Rings fan, certified crazy cat lady, and sushi addict! I hope this blog inspires your wanderlust. Feel free to follow me on Instagram for snippets of daily life on and off the road.
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1-Day Lānaʻi Itinerary
Looking for things to do on Lanai? Lānaʻi is a small island off the west coast of Maui. I recently took a day trip there from the island of Oahu and wanted to share my tips for a one-day itinerary. Lānaʻi is a small island with limited things to see and do, so a day trip is the perfect amount of time to enjoy what the island has to offer. Fly in early in the morning, grab your rental car, explore the island, and fly out late the same afternoon. How to get to Lānaʻi There are no flights from the Continental United States to Hawaii. Currently, you’ll need to…
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Why I didn’t summit Koko Crater Trail | Oahu, Hawaii
1000 steps up to the top of an Oahu mountain on Koko Crater Trail can sound a little daunting. And when you pull up to Koko Head Trail, the view of the stairs in the distance is definitely a bit intimidating! But I am gloriously overconfident and was certain I could do it. At just .75 miles one way with an elevation gain of 880 feet, it didn’t seem that bad. Spoiler alert: I didn’t make it to the top, but the amazing views at the summit are worth the effort. Compared to Diamond Head (which I hiked on a previous trip), Koko Head offers a more challenging climb with…
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3-Day Oahu Itinerary | The Best Things to Do on Oahu
When it comes to Hawaii, Oahu tends to be the island that people fly into from the Continental US, and then hop to other islands but there are so many great things to do on Oahu! I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite things to do on Oahu in this not-to-be-missed 3-day Oahu itinerary. Let’s start with the basics! How to Get There: Hawaiian Airlines is the official carrier of Hawaii, but most major airlines (American, United, Delta, Southwest) offer flights from the West Coast, Texas, or Chicago. Where to Stay: If you’re only going to be on Oahu for 3 days, I’d strongly suggest staying in the Waikiki…
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How to Help Lāhaina, Maui
Hawaii, and Maui in particular, is very near and dear to my heart. I’ve traveled there half a dozen times for work and for pleasure. For the past week, I’ve been glued to the news about the Maui fires and I wanted to share some resources should you wish to donate. To donate to individual families, which is preferred because it provides immediate access to funds to meet their needs, head over to @lahaina_ohana_venmo on Instagram. If you’re an animal lover like me, the Maui Humane Society is a good option. And to follow news and information follow Kāko’o Haleakalā on Instagram. More Maui
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What it Costs to Go to Tokyo
Wondering what it costs to go to Tokyo? I planned this trip on a whim when I randomly saw the airfare deal. From there it became a challenge to myself to spend as little as possible on this trip. I wanted to cover air, hotel, Disney tickets, and anything else I reasonably could with credit card points. So how did I do? Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Airfare $ 433.87 Airfare is a big expense…
