Vanessa Hathaway

808 Cleanups: Keeping Oahu Clean and Green

808 Cleanups: Keeping Oahu Clean and Green

Volunteer with 808 Cleanups and Help Keep Oahu Beautiful The globe is struggling under the pressure of pollution– CO2 emissions and litter on a large scale is causing our mother Earth to cave. Along with the rest of the world, Hawai’i is equally at risk due to poor environmental practices. However, things are looking up […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

Restoring Hawai’i’s Ecosystem: The Hui Hānai ‘Āina Project

Restoring Hawai’i’s Ecosystem: The Hui Hānai ‘Āina Project

Hawai’i has reigned as one of the top tourist destination sites in the U.S, but there have been major environmental consequences as a result. Ever since the Hawaiian kingdom was overthrown on January 17, 1893, lands were torn apart in order to make room for U.S expansion.  Many native flora and fauna were wiped out […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

Foodie on a Shoestring: Discover the Best Bites on a Budget

Foodie on a Shoestring: Discover the Best Bites on a Budget

Guide to Good Eats on a Student Budget Around UH Manoa O’ahu has much to offer; whether you want an adventure in the rainforest or a day in the city, this island is more than just its beautiful beaches. Hawai’i has an underrated selection of local and worldly cuisine. Although exciting, Hawai’i is also known […]

 Vanessa Hathaway

Riding the Waves: Best Surf Spots on O’ahu’s South Shore

Riding the Waves: Best Surf Spots on O’ahu’s South Shore

O’ahu is a surfing capital of the world, known for iconic big-wave spots like the legendary Pipeline and Hale’iwa on the North Shore. It is no wonder that this island attracts world class surfers hoping to catch the waves of their life, but what about those in search of a smaller thrill? The south shores […]