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Catherine Chicotka

Travel Writer + Professional Photographer | Luxury + Adventure Travel

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  • About
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Travel
    • Lake Tahoe
    • Alaska
    • Arizona
    • California
    • Hawai’i
    • Idaho
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Kaua'i Hiking Guide | Best Hikes on Kauai | Hiking Trails in Kauai | Sleeping Giant Trail | Catherine ChicotkaKaua'i Hiking Guide | Best Hikes on Kauai | Hiking Trails in Kauai | Catherine Chicotka
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Best Hikes on Kaua’i: The Ultimate Kaua’i Hiking Guide

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Kona Luxury Treehouse Review: One of Hawaiʻi Island's Most Unique Stays | Where to Stay on Big Island | Unique Stays in Hawai'i | Unique Stays Big Island | Kona Luxury Treehouse | Catherine ChicotkaKona Luxury Treehouse Review: One of Big Island's Most Unique Stays | Where to Stay on Big Island | Unique Stays in Hawai'i | Unique Stays Big Island | Kona Luxury Treehouse | Catherine Chicotka
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Kona Luxury Treehouse Review: One of the Big Island’s Most Unique Stays

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Best Things to Do Kaua'i | Bucketlist Activities Kaua'i | Must Do Activities Kaua'i | 3 Day Kaua'i Itinerary: A Local's Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend | Catherine ChicotkaBest Things to Do Kaua'i | Bucketlist Activities Kaua'i | Must Do Activities Kaua'i | 3 Day Kaua'i Itinerary: A Local's Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend | Catherine Chicotka
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3 Day Kaua’i Itinerary: A Local’s Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend

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Hey, I’m Catherine! I’m an outdoor photographer, travel writer, and adventure seeker based on the beautiful island of Kaua’i. Through this blog, I share destination guides, outdoors adventures, luxury travel experiences, and practical travel tips …

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Best Oceanfront Hotels in Oahu | This guide covers every major oceanfront hotel to help you plan the ultimate vacation to Oahu | Catherine ChicotkaBest Oceanfront Hotels in Oahu | Waikiki Beach Marriott Resrt & Spa | Catherine Chicotka
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Best Oceanfront Hotels on Oahu

CatherineUpdated on April 18, 2026April 18, 2026Leave a Comment on Best Oceanfront Hotels on Oahu

There’s nothing better than waking up to the sound of the ocean, and staying at an oceanfront hotel on Oahu instantly elevates your vacation. Can you imagine it now? Waking up to breathtaking views of …

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The Ultimate Kaua’i Travel Guide: Luxury Resorts, Epic Adventures & Must-Do Experiences

CatherineUpdated on June 6, 2026March 24, 20263 Comments on The Ultimate Kaua’i Travel Guide: Luxury Resorts, Epic Adventures & Must-Do Experiences

Sometimes you visit a place so special, it touches your soul. That is what it’s like when you visit Kaua’i, and why my husband and I decided to move here several years ago. I still …

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Complete Guide to Jurassic Park Filming Locations in Hawaii

CatherineUpdated on May 21, 2026March 16, 2026Leave a Comment on Complete Guide to Jurassic Park Filming Locations in Hawaii

The first time I watched Jurassic Park, I was 4 years old and I remember hiding in the bottom of my sleeping bag during a family movie night because I was scared. Turns out, when …

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Makaleha Falls: The Ultimate Guide to Kaua’i’s Hidden Jungle Waterfall

CatherineUpdated on March 7, 2026March 6, 2026Leave a Comment on Makaleha Falls: The Ultimate Guide to Kaua’i’s Hidden Jungle Waterfall

Tucked in the mountains on Kaua’i’s east side is Makaleha Falls. If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure that showcases the untouched beauty of Kauai, Makaleha Falls Trail belongs on your list. This hike isn’t …

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Best Acai Bowls on Kaua’i

CatherineUpdated on March 4, 2026March 4, 2026Leave a Comment on Best Acai Bowls on Kaua’i

Fruit just tastes so much better in Hawai’i. If you’ve been to Hawai’i before, then you know what I’m talking about. The pineapple is sweeter, the bananas are creamier, the papaya is more vibrant, and …

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Catherine Chicotka

I’m a Kaua’i based outdoor adventurer, photographer, and travel writer inspiring you to live life to the fullest and explore new places. I combine a mix of luxury travel with must do outdoor adventures. I’ve always been obsessed with taking pictures (my phone currently has over 17,000 photos) so as I’ve moved and traveled around I started sharing my experiences and creating guides to inspire you to take your next great adventure!

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What if where you stayed was one of the best parts What if where you stayed was one of the best parts of the trip?

Tucked into the rainforest above Kona, @konaluxurytreehouse is so much more than a place to sleep.

Wake up to ocean views from bed, shower surrounded by tropical greenery, unwind in the private sauna and hot tub, and watch the sunset through the trees. Even a tropical downpour feels magical when you’re tucked away in your own treehouse.

This is the kind of place that makes you want to leave an entire day of your itinerary empty to simply be. 

📍 Kona Luxury Treehouse, Big Island

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Some adventures take a little more effort to find. Some adventures take a little more effort to find.

This gorgeous multi-tiered waterfall is tucked away on Kauaʻi’s North Shore.

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One thing I’ll never get tired of on Kauaʻi… sunse One thing I’ll never get tired of on Kauaʻi… sunsets like this 😍

The south and west sides of the island are some of my favorite places to watch the sun go down, especially when the clouds put on a show like this.

A few of my Favorite Sunset Spots:
🌺 Poʻipū Beach (great spot for seeing Honu resting on shore)
🌺 Salt Pond
🌺 Polihale
🌺 Kekaha Beach

If you’re planning your Kauaʻi itinerary, leave at least one evening completely open to grab some food, head to the beach, and watch the sun disappear into the Pacific.

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Looking for a quick hike with incredible views? Looking for a quick hike with incredible views? 

Cave Rock Trail is only 0.8 miles round trip, but offers panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. It’s a short hike with a relatively flat dirt trail and a brief rock scramble at the end. There is almost a path in the rocks making the scramble manageable. 

It’s one of my favorite places to watch sunrise or sunset, the light is stunning over the lake! Sunrise tends to be less crowded than sunset. There is a very small parking area (only about 5 cars), so plan to arrive early to get a spot. 

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The Kona Luxury Treehouse isn't your typical hotel The Kona Luxury Treehouse isn't your typical hotel. It's something even better. 

Located in the Kaloko rainforest overlooking Kailua-Kona, it's the perfect place to slow down. Imagine waking up to birds singing, spending slow days disconnected and recharging, watching the sunset from the lanai, and falling asleep to the sounds of coqui frogs. 

It's more than just a place to stay, it's a luxury experience.

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