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is one of those go-getters who has crafted her own dream job. As a full-time social media influencer, model, and writer, the 28-year-old Hawaii native travels the world for brands in search of magical places, great stories, and stunning sites. Although she has been everywhere from Alaska to Uganda on assignment, she always loves coming home. Born in Kauai, Chelsea landed in Oahu while going to school at the University of Hawaii, where she doubled-majored in journalism and international studies. She says she could literally talk about her love for the islands forever. “It’s this amazing place in the middle of the Pacific where you can be hiking waterfalls in the morning and then going up a volcano with snow in the afternoon.” Here are a few of her favorite sites near Honolulu, on Oahu.

Hikes and Sites

“An awesome beach, beautiful waterfall, and steep ridgeline are the trifecta of the Hawaii experience,” says Chelsea. If starting early, she recommends the  (1) for sunrise. About 30 minutes northwest of the city, the 25-minute hike offers “postcard views” of Hawaii. “You see the super-blue water with the finest white-grain sand—all from a ridge overlooking coconut trees. It’s also an easy hike for the whole family.” 

For waterfalls, two of the easiest to reach are  (2), which is by the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and  (3), which is about 20 minutes away from the city. The latter is a three-mile out-and-back, and good footwear, like boot, is required. “Almost all waterfall hikes in Hawaii will involve some level of mud, slippery rocks, or slippery surfaces, so you need to wear good shoes and be safe.”

For something a bit more adventurous, Chelsea likes the  (4), near Hawaii Kai on the eastern side of the island and only about 35 minutes from the city. “It’s one of those hikes that you can attack with a friend, but you may be gasping for air on the way up,” she says. It’s only about 1.8 miles round-trip, but the route goes straight up the side of an old volcanic crater. “At the top, there are panoramic views of the ocean and town below.”

Eats

Growing up, Chelsea’s dad was a commercial fisherman, so when she says the best poke (fish salad) is at  (5), right in Honolulu on South Beretania Street, you can bet it’s going to be as fresh as it gets. For a quick post-hike stop, Chelsea likes  (6), a small spot she discovered while at the University of Hawaii. “It’s full of healthy smoothies and simple sandwiches with few ingredients,” she says. “ (7), located on the base of Koko Head about ten minutes away from the main town, also has great smoothies as well as a selection of acai bowls and healthier fare, including homemade kombucha.”

For a memorable dinner, Chelsea suggests a stop in Chinatown, an area that has become popular for foodies in Hawaii. “I love  (8), a Vietnamese restaurant specializing in small plates. Afterward you can walk around Chinatown, which is full of great shops and arts and crafts stores.” Chelsea says another great pick is  (9), a farm-to-table spot with a “limited but amazing dinner menu.” For the quintessential Hawaiian treat, shave ice is a must. “ (10) is the most OG of shave spots,” says Chelsea. “They have all the toppings and tons of bright flavors—it’s what you think of when you think of shave ice. My favorite is coconut with cream topping—a must—and macadamia nut ice cream on bottom.”

On the North Shore—roughly 45 minutes from Honolulu—Chelsea always stops at a few of her favorite food trucks, like  (11) in Haleiwa, which serves Thai food using ingredients sourced from farms within a ten-mile radius. There’s also a slew of food trucks across from Shark’s Cove, a few minutes up the road from the famous Waimea Bay, where you can get everything from ahi sandwiches to acai bowls and healthy salads. Lastly, the  (12) is the North Shore’s version of Andy’s sandwiches. “They make their own breads, source their vegetables, make their own ice creams, are family owned and operated, and make great food. It’s always busy, but the line moves fast.”

Shopping

If you want to shop, grab a coffee or a flat white, or just take great pictures, Chelsea has a few favorites.  (13) (Aussie slang for “afternoon”) in the Kakaako neighborhood, an up-and-coming area for art and food, is where Chelsea says to go when you want to Instagram your breakfast. (Since the sensation has more than 330K followers on Instagram, she should know.) The Australian-inspired café is big on “avo” toast and also serves Vegemite, as well as her favorite: matcha pudding with chia, strawberries, and whipped cream.

Across from Arvo, you can head to  (14)—a botanical boutique and coffee bar with a curated selection of plants, flowers, home goods, and onsite workshops—where Chelsea’s also done several photo shoots. Another favorite of Chelsea’s is  (15), purveyors of spa and beauty products. It started in Kauai, but there are now a few locations in Hawaii, including Ala Moana and Waikiki. Chelsea also loves  (16), which has everything from handmade soaps and sarongs to simple dresses—all locally made. For more unique and vintage wares, she heads to  (17), a funky Chinatown shop and gallery near The Pig and Lady restaurant. “The owners also have fantastic stories,” she says.

Beaches

If you can only hit three beaches in Hawaii, Chelsea suggests Kailua Beach Park, �Ჹ�Բ��ܳ�����������, and Waikiki Beach. The  (18), about 25 minutes outside of Honolulu in the town of Kailua, offers “picturesque white sand for about a half-mile, sparking blue water, the finest grain of sand you can see, and beautiful islands off the coast in the distance.” The guys at  (19) can hook you up with just about anything you need to enjoy it, from kayaks to boogie boards to snorkeling gear.  (20) is another must-see and must-snorkel. It can be crowded, says Chelsea, but it’s still worth going because it’s a marine protected area and has some of the best snorkeling on the eastern shore. Lastly,  (21), which also can be very crowded, is also still worth checking out. “It has a great city-by-the-sea vibe, with easy-to-learn-on beginner waves for surfing, gorgeous green-grass parks with palm trees for picnicking or slacklining, and tons of places to rent paddleboards and surfboards, as well as great places for food. If you are going to learn to surf, this is where you go.”

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