Visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with kids can seem intimidating. You may have some trepidation over whether such a visit is dangerous and how to make it interesting for the whole family. If you do it right, though, exploring volcanoes on Hawaii’s Big Island is not only safe, but also super fun for families. Here’s […]
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Disney Aulani Pools and Water Features Will Wow Your Family
August 1, 2018 23 Comments
“Let’s build the greatest pool in the Hawaiian islands.” That’s the goal Disney CEO Bob Iger set when Oahu was chosen as the location for the first Disney hotel not adjacent to a theme park. Disney Aulani is home not only to one of Hawaii’s best hotel pools, but also the resort offers an array of […]
13 Best Hotels with Lazy Rivers ~ Recommended by Travel Experts
July 3, 2018 20 Comments
Know what’s better than drifting along a lazy river in an idyllic vacation destination? Nothing, that’s what! As a hotel pool fanatic, I’m always seeking new pools to add to my family’s must-swim list. I asked some discerning, globetrotting travel bloggers to share their picks for the best hotels with lazy rivers. Of course, I […]
Oahu with Kids ~ Attractions the Whole Family Will Love
February 16, 2018 16 Comments
I’ve been visiting Hawaii since I was child, starting in the 1970s. I have many wonderful memories of Oahu in particular, many of which would never make it into any guidebook because they’re quite personal and meaningful only to me. I still smile when I think about the cute pedicab driver I had a teenage […]
Tips for Kaanapali with Kids on Maui
February 5, 2018 42 Comments
People often ask me to name my favorite travel destinations and Hawaii always makes my short list. With six visitable islands, each with its own character and offerings, it can be hard to choose which is best for your family. I have been to all but one of Hawaii’s islands and love Maui’s wonderful blend of laid-back lifestyle […]
Best Hotel Pools in Hawaii for Families
June 25, 2017 47 Comments
Not only is Hawaii’s landscape beautiful and its people friendly, but also the state is home to numerous incredible hotel pools. We reached out to travel experts to share their picks for the best hotel pools in Hawaii for families and included a couple of our favorites as well. As you can see from reading this list, Hawaii […]
Residence Inn Maui ~ A New Hotel for Families on the Valley Isle
October 18, 2016 33 Comments
Residence Inn Maui is the new keiki on the block in paradise. The all-suites Marriott brand kicked off its recent grand opening with a traditional Hawaiian conch shell call and luau. The initial party may be over but the fun lives on at Residence Inn Maui. There’s much for families to love at this new hotel in Wailea. […]
5 Ways Disney’s Aulani Makes You Feel Like ‘Ohana
June 10, 2016 12 Comments
At Disney’s Aulani, families bask in an elusive blend of cultural enrichment, relaxation and all-out fun. As parents, we pride ourselves on doing a good job preparing our kids to leave the nest someday. But when they grow from sweet-cheeked babies to big kids and then pre-teens seemingly overnight, it can be hard to let them stretch their […]
How to Make Dad Happy on Family Vacation
June 17, 2015 14 Comments
A good dad takes out the garbage, slogs away at his job day after day, and always puts his family first. All he really wants is for his kids and his wife to be happy. But what about dear ol’ dad’s happiness? Here are five tips that are sure to make dad happy on family vacation. Set Realistic Expectations Talk […]
Hawaiian Hideaway – Napili Bay, Maui
June 4, 2015 1 Comment
Sitting on my lanai with the warmth of the sun on my skin, a pina colada in one hand and a People magazine in the other, I’m tempted to think life doesn’t get much better than this. Fortunately, I chose that second to look up, just in time to spot a humpback whale breaching not far […]
Sheraton Maui – A Wonderful Place for Families to Laze in Paradise
February 6, 2015 10 Comments
The best thing about the Sheraton Maui is its meandering, waterfall-bedecked lazy river. But the laziest of rivers is just one reason to book a stay at this hotel. The 508-room resort has an open, expansive feel with plenty of grassy spaces dotted with tall palm trees. It’s located on 23 oceanfront acres in Kaanapali, which […]
Hyatt Regency Maui with Kids ~ A Fantastical Place to Stay
October 8, 2014 15 Comments
Long before I became a travel blogger, I chose to stay at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa with my husband and baby girl on one of our first-ever trips as new parents. Nearly nine years later I returned to this idyllic hotel, this time with my second child (our son, now 6) and my mom. Poor Daddy […]
Maui with Kids – A Dream Come True
September 9, 2014 10 Comments
Maui with kids is a dream come true. Literally. Last year my son, Leo, was given an assignment in his kindergarten class to draw a picture depicting his biggest dream. He drew his vision of a coconut tree beside the ocean. When he brought home his drawing, he said, “My dream is to go to Hawaii! Will […]
