Family travel blog offering encouragement and tips for easy and affordable travel with kids
People visit Oahu for the pristine beaches, gorgeous tropical mountainsides, glorious rainbows, and a chance to see marine life. If you fall into the last camp, a visit to Sea Life Park in Waimanalo is the perfect place for you. At the aquarium/park, you’ll find …
It is the only royal palace in the United States. It tells the story of the Hawaiian royal family. In its day, it was one of the most modern buildings found in the U.S. and all of the world. And it tells a sad story …
By now, it’s no secret that we love visiting National Parks. Each National Park Site has its own special sauce. That is especially true of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This is the only National Park where you have a real shot at viewing a live …
Kauai has many natural wonders. There are stunning beaches, waterfalls, and photographic mountains. The Garden Island also has many manmade wonders. That includes the Kauai Swinging Bridges. Come with us on a tour of Kauai’s swinging bridges, and discover other nearby sites to see. Kapaia …
I received a text message around noon to meet him at 6:45 p.m. at the King Kamehameha Statue, across from the Iolani Palace. My daughter and I arrived about 10 minutes ahead of time and were looking out for a man wearing a green hat …
Maui is one of Hawaii’s most popular islands and a much-loved vacation spot. The Valley Isle is famous for its magnificent views, stunning beaches, and waterfalls. Recently, we visited Maui for the first time on a quick, two-day journey for a birthday celebration. Since we …
Kauai, Hawaii is called the Garden Isle. And it’s no wonder. The island presents a lush landscape of verdant green and vibrant floral colors. This is no more on display than at Limahuli Botanical Garden and Preserve. Limahuli, on Kauai’s north shore, boasts native plants …
There’s a lot to see and do on Kauai, Hawaii’s Garden Island. However, one of the most enjoyable family activity might be riding the Kauai Plantation Railway. Take a trip with us to ride the rails on this historic sugar cane plantation train. About the …
An essential stop on any visit to Oahu is the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. At the site, you can see the U.S.S. Arizona (sunk during the infamous December 7, 1941 attack), tour the Bowfin submarine, and walk aboard the U.S.S. Missouri, the vessel where the …
Giraffes in Waikiki? Yep. You’ll see the African animals and many others at the Honolulu Zoo. The Honolulu Zoo, located in Waikiki, is a fun stop for families visiting Oahu. Our family visited the zoo a couple of times, and we would like to share …