Every Weekend Feels Different in Hawaii
Curious about what you'll do when you live in Hawaii? If you like the idea of diving coral reefs, relaxing at the beach, exploring lava fields, and stargazing on Mauna Kea, Hawaii is calling you home! This list of fun activities will take you from lava tubes to waterfall hikes, and give you a taste of Hawaii's culture, nature, and history.
Matt, Our Local Expert Guiding Your Move
Matt was born and raised on Oahu and currently makes the North Shore playground his home. He has lived in four states, half a dozen countries, and more houses across Oahu than he can remember. Each move requires relocating something like 40 surf, foil, and paddle boards and the sobering realization that they all have to fit somewhere. He is an adventure journalist, backcountry snowboarder, rock climber, mountain biker, and relentless swell tracker who loves scouting out obscure waves in far-flung corners of the world. Favorite constants include swell checks, tide charts, and vegan sushi at Tane. At Snappy Scout, Matt edits Hawaii guides with saltwater honesty and local precision.
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Sunrise over Makapuu Lighthouse—but don't leave any valuables in your car.
— Matt Rott
Hawaii Local Expert
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