Going to Hawaii? Do it Hostel Style

Taking a trip to Hawaii doesn't have to cost you a fortune. Especially during these economic times, people are looking to save as much money as they can when they travel. Staying at a hostel is the best way to budget your next trip. Budget hotels can cost $100 USD or more per night. However hostels range in price from about $20 USD per night and around $60 USD for a private room (if available). Why pay a lot for a room in a fancy hotel when you'll be wanting to be outside for majority of your trip? Room doesn't really matter then. Here are some other reasons why you'll want to go to a hostel instead of a hotel.

• Hostel room cost a lot less so you'll have more spending money on your vacation
  
• Great way to meet other people from around the world that have the same interests as you
  
• Great information/deals on day trips, sightseeing, surf/hula lessons, etc.
  
• Most have free usage of computers, internet, and wi-fi
  
• Did I mention how much money you would be saving?
  

So the next time you plan a trip to Hawaii, try and book a room at a hostel. Here are some recommendations.

• Waikiki Beachside Hostel
  
• Hilo Bay Hostel
  
• Paumalu Hale Hostel
  
• Koa Wood Hale- Pateys Place
  
• The Northshore Hostel
  

Best Surfing Spots in Hawaii

Here's one thing I have on my 'bucket list' that I really want to do. They say surfing is great, but surfing in Hawaii is like heaven. With it's beautiful beaches, big waves, and hot bodies; Hawaii is a surfing paradise. But just like everywhere else, you have to know where to go. Here's a list of some of the top surfing spots Hawaii has to offer.

• Ehukai Beach Park (North Shore, Oahu)
  
• Laniakea (North Shore, Oahu)
  
• Backyards (North Shore, Oahu)
  
• Hookipa (Paia, Maui)
  
• Honolua (North Shore, Maui)
  
• Velzyland (North Shore, Oahu)
  
• Hanalei (North Shore, Kauai)
  
• Canoes (South Shore, Oahu)

Nothing Like a Hawaiian Sunset

There's nothing as cliche as the saying "beautiful as a Hawaiian sunset". But after my most recent trip I have to say it's absolutely true. Now I have never been one for nature, much less sunsets. But as I was walking on the beach I couldn't help but notice just how beautiful a sunset in Hawaii was compared to others I've seen in the US. Here's a collection of sunsets from Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Kauai.

Oahu's Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck

A place is good when the locals eat there. Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck is a must stop for anyone visiting Oahu. They do only one thing there and they do it well. For your money you get two scoops of rice and 12 pieces of shrimp. The menu includes hot & spicy, shrimp scampi, lemon & butter, and my favorite garlic shrimp. Squeeze a little lemon on the shrimp and rice and you're in heaven. Be sure to bring a sharpie because you can tag your name and message on their truck.