Tima's Travels

If you are traveling to Yosemite soon, be ready to get your steps in, and if you are a beginner you should keep reading as I will outline the best hikes that anyone can do in just 1 day.  First things first, make sure you are there early! You will get caught waiting in line and it can be very challenging to find parking past noon. Another tip is to be sure to use the shuttle in between hikes to save your energy for the long walks you are about to embark on! 1. Lower Yosemite Falls  This is a 1.2-mile (2.4-mile round trip) hike on virtually flat ground that anyone will enjoy. This will take you right to the base of lower Yosemite Falls where you can get just close enough to get a great photo op.  2. Mirror Lake Mirror Lake is only a 2-mile hike (4-mile round trip) that anyone can do. This hike is a bit longer than Lower Yosemite Falls and the terrain is definitely more rough, but you will feel the cool breeze coming through to help push you through it.  3. Vernal Fall...

If you have ever visited Hawaii, you know that it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. This post will detail some of my favorite activities that you need to add to your itinerary in Honolulu (Oahu) when you visit - that aren't just going to Waikiki Beach.  1. Visit Lanikai Beach Lanikai Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Honolulu. It's a scenic and calm spot with the bluest waters and warm, golden sand. This is the perfect place to spend the afternoon swimming and is far less crowded than Waikiki. Not to mention, the water temperature is perfect to swim in. 2. Hike the Moana Falls Trail  Hiking the Moana Falls Trail was worth every minute. This is truly a beginner and family-friendly hike where you get to be in the mountains and see the beauty of this Hawaiian island. Be sure to grab a coconut or pineapple drink on your way out as a well-deserved reward.  3. Eat at Haleiwa Joe's Seafood Grill There aren't any words to describe the views and culinary ...

Lebanon is a beautiful and underrated country with some of the best scenery I have ever been exposed to.  This is a guide to some of the must-see luxurious spots if you are headed there soon (and I can't recommend it enough).  Pro tip - be sure to use Google Maps in Lebanon for the most accurate locations! 1. Enjoy breakfast at Paul and spend the day in Downtown  Paul is a beautiful Parisian-inspired cafe that you can find all over the city, but my favorite one is located in downtown Beirut. Here you can enjoy breakfast and then spend your afternoon visiting the luxury shops and admiring the beautiful architecture and cobblestone streets that make Beirut the Paris of the Middle East. 2. Explore Rocca Marina "Island"  Rocca Marina gives you that Greek Island Feeling where you can spend the day in their gorgeous infinity pools over the ocean. You also get to enjoy the beautiful mountains and Lebanon's landscape while you tan, swim, and enjoy the musical performances....