Home Life Abroad

Your washer and dryer are two of the most important appliances in your home — not just because they perform the vital functions of keeping your clothes clean and dry but because they draw a significant amount of resources (energy and water) and require proper maintenance to operate efficiently. Over time, all the grime from your clothes as well as built-up soap scum can lower the efficiency of the washing machine, causing elements to get clogged up or stuck and your clothes to stay dirty. Add a half-cup of baking soda to the drum, and run another cycle at the highest level and hottest water temperature. You should clean the lint trap after every load, but once every few months you should wash the trap with soap and water.

If you have a love for water and marine life, you should try scuba diving on your next vacation. However, even though certifications aren’t technically required, reputable dive centers won’t serve inexperienced divers. When budgeting for your vacation, take these costs into consideration so that you can fully enjoy your scuba diving experience. Scuba diving in your favorite vacation spot is an experience you are sure to never forget.

Different types of grasses require different conditions to thrive; for instance, warm-season grasses only grow in air temperature between 80 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit, meaning northern climes might struggle to maintain a warm-season lawn even in summer. However, even if you choose correctly between the warm-season and cool-season categories, you also need to consider factors like soil composition, soil pH level, amount of sunlight, traffic type and frequency and even drought tolerance, considering that water-wise landscaping is a good way to save on your water bill. The same is true for your lawn: If you can maintain your lawn’s health appropriately, you won’t need to waste as much time, energy and money trying to wrangle it into shape — which means you can turn your attention to your garden, instead. In general, warm-season grasses like short heights, around .5 inches tall, and cool-season grasses need to stay longer, between 3 to 4 inches.

Pro tip: If you want to go snorkelling, join a tour that takes you out into the water near Oahu. The island’s rugged environment creates the perfect conditions for dirt biking adventures. If you’re new to dirt biking, you probably want to skip some of the more challenging ones. Whether you’re here for a luxury vacation or a thrill-seeking adventure, you’ll find dozens of activities in Hawaii: hit the beaches, make the most of the water sports and surfing, or take a helicopter ride over Mount Kilauea.