Tom Harris
Americas & Adventure Travel Writer
Travel writer and photographer covering the Americas - from Caribbean coastlines to US national parks. Tom focuses on destination guides, road trips, and practical travel planning.
Tom has spent the last eight years exploring North, Central, and South America, with extended stays in Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and across the US mainland. His writing combines on-the-ground experience with actionable logistics - the kind of detail that saves you time and money on the road.
Areas of Expertise
- Caribbean and Central America travel (Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Mexico)
- US destinations, state parks, and island guides (Hawaii, Florida, Pacific Northwest)
- Canada road trips and outdoor adventure
- Travel budgeting, logistics, and itinerary building
Writing Approach
Tom writes destination guides built on real travel experience. Every recommendation comes from personal visits - he includes the practical details (costs, transport options, timing, crowd levels) that turn a rough idea into a workable trip plan.
Articles by Tom Harris (115)
Things to Do in Puerto Rico: Ranked by Worth the Detour
Skip the resort bubble: the best things to do in Puerto Rico span a 16th-century fort, a glowing bay, and a rainforest - all within one rental-car day.
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Best Beaches in Puerto Rico: Ranked by Worth the Detour
Only 2 beaches in Puerto Rico are Blue Flag certified. Find the best beaches in puerto rico by coast, swimmability, and ferry logistics - updated 2026.
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Hawaii Flag History and Symbols Explored with Context
Explore the Hawaii flag's unique design, why it features the Union Jack, and discover key state symbols like the nēnē and yellow hibiscus in detail.
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Fishing in Hawaii: Island-by-Island Guide and Costs 2026
Shore casting while fishing in Hawaii now requires a license - a rule most visitors miss. Species, costs, and charter timing ranked for 2026.
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Hawaiian Language Basics: Key Phrases and Pronunciation Tips
Learn essential Hawaiian language phrases like aloha, mahalo, and mele kalikimaka with pronunciation tips and cultural context before your trip.
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Punaluu Black Sand Beach: Activities, Tips and Access
Free entry, drive-up parking, and endangered turtles year-round - here's how to time, swim, camp, and photograph Punaluu Black Sand Beach right.
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Traditional Hawaiian Food: Heritage Dishes, Luau Plates
Most luaus skip the imu - here's how to find traditional Hawaiian food that's actually authentic, plus prices and what to order first.
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Hawaii with Kids: Islands, Beaches and Real Costs
A family of four averaged $11,321 in 2024 - here's how to plan traveling to Hawaii with kids without the budget blindsides.
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Hawaii Sustainable Travel: How to Visit Responsibly in 2026
Hawaii sustainable travel means supporting local culture and environment through the new climate tourism tax and voluntourism options this year.
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Hawaii Hiking Safety Tips: Gear, Floods and Footwear
One foot of flowing water can knock you down - Hawaii hiking safety tips on flash floods, footwear, and hydration, updated for 2026 trails.
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Hawaii Volcano Safety Tips: Gear, Vog and Lava Flows
Hikers are regularly rescued from Kīlauea for ignoring these hawaii volcano safety tips - vog forecasts, boot choice, and water load matter most.
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Hawaii Ocean Safety Tips: Risks, Flags and Wildlife Rules
Six hawaii ocean safety tips cut drowning risk fast - most victims are visitors over 50 who misjudged snorkel exertion. Know the flags before you swim.
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