Elissa Explores

Elissa Explores 🌺Life on Kaua’i & traveling beyond ☼
šŸ¤Nature is my medicine & the world is my playground
🤸Balancing fun, healing and free will! ⤵

Current mood board!!I’ve been a little quiet on here lately — life’s gotten real full, which is a ā€œproblemā€ I’m thankful...
04/04/2026

Current mood board!!

I’ve been a little quiet on here lately — life’s gotten real full, which is a ā€œproblemā€ I’m thankful to have. Reminiscing on where I’ve been & super duper looking forward to what April shall bringšŸŒˆšŸ’ž

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A glimpse of my (literal) jungle gym 🫶 And there’s still SO much more to discover here.
03/03/2026

A glimpse of my (literal) jungle gym 🫶 And there’s still SO much more to discover here.

In honor of today’s holiday: 2019 Throwback to NOLA Mardis Gras šŸƒšŸ”®šŸ’›šŸ“æThis trip had been on my bucket list for a veryyy lo...
02/17/2026

In honor of today’s holiday: 2019 Throwback to NOLA Mardis Gras šŸƒšŸ”®šŸ’›šŸ“æ

This trip had been on my bucket list for a veryyy long time, and to this day remains in my top 5 favorite travels!! The parades and celebrations were honestly way more family-friendly than I anticipated, and the city did an excellent job of cleaning up the outdoor messes every evening (we love keeping the earth clean!!)

To think of the moments I could capture there now with my camera… one day šŸ“øšŸ–¤

Kaua’i dump as of latešŸ“ø ā¤ļøŽ So many new & exciting things have been happening and it feels INCREDIBLE to have my momentum...
02/12/2026

Kaua’i dump as of latešŸ“ø ā¤ļøŽ So many new & exciting things have been happening and it feels INCREDIBLE to have my momentum return after a couple years of life that knocked me down. Thankful that I’ve regained the vitality and optimism previously taken...

Stay tuned for some pretty bitchin’ announcements s000oOoOon!! šŸ‘€šŸ‘€ I can’t wait to share!!

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Santorini sunsets = seriously UNMATCHED āœØšŸ§”šŸŒ™šŸ‡¬šŸ‡·2026 presents yet another opportunity for some Greek island travels… as muc...
02/10/2026

Santorini sunsets = seriously UNMATCHED āœØšŸ§”šŸŒ™šŸ‡¬šŸ‡·

2026 presents yet another opportunity for some Greek island travels… as much as I love the uniqueness of Santorini, I’m looking to explore some less crowded & more lush places.

Which island(s) should I visit next?! Drop me a comment! šŸ‘‡

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Oh Italy, how I adore your rolling hillsides, luxurious wines, and indulgent charcuterie boards ♄ Your charm is irresist...
02/07/2026

Oh Italy, how I adore your rolling hillsides, luxurious wines, and indulgent charcuterie boards ♄ Your charm is irresistible and has compelled me to see you again later this year!! My heart (and belly) can’t wait… xoxo, Elissa

Lake Como, Italy is an absolute MASTERPIECE of a town, and just a short train ride away from the hustle bustle of Milan....
01/26/2026

Lake Como, Italy is an absolute MASTERPIECE of a town, and just a short train ride away from the hustle bustle of Milan. It truly feels you’re living inside of a painting brought to life.

Spending less than 24 hours here was a huge mistake IMO, as we could’ve easily stayed much longer with views like these! Or perhaps I’m just a sucker for a picturesque coastal town 🩵

first skinny dip of the year āœ”ļøLearning to become comfortable in my own skin is a blessing I never thought I’d have, and...
01/19/2026

first skinny dip of the year āœ”ļø

Learning to become comfortable in my own skin is a blessing I never thought I’d have, and I owe it all to this island and to nature. Happy 4 year Kauai’aversary to me šŸ’ššŸļøšŸŒŠšŸ’šŸŒŗ

 #2016 is trending you say??? šŸ‡ØšŸ‡ŗšŸ’ƒ Throwing it back to my FIRST solo trip that changed my life forever! Just me, my GoPro...
01/15/2026

#2016 is trending you say??? šŸ‡ØšŸ‡ŗšŸ’ƒ Throwing it back to my FIRST solo trip that changed my life forever! Just me, my GoPro, about $400 cash, and more bravery than I knew I had.

Havana is still one of the most unique places I’ve been to. A city stuck in time, streets that boast smell like a mix of old car fumes, to***co, and coffee beans… and some of the friendliest people I’ve encountered. Although I was young and alone and had no phone/internet/credit cards (and booked my room off of a random Trip Advisor forum… yikes!) I felt safe and happy and free to explore and discover so many new things about myself ā¤ļøā€šŸ”„

Who wants to go back with me and see more of the gorgeous Cuban countryside?

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