Mele Kalikimaka from Hawaii! 🌺


Aloha Reader!

Whether you're in Hawaii right now, heading there tomorrow, or cozied up at home dreaming of tropical Christmases – I hope this week is filled with magic.

If you ARE in the islands and wondering what to do over the next few days, here's my tried-and-true guide: How to spend Christmas in Hawaii with kids →​

It covers everything from Christmas Day activities to managing expectations (spoiler: your kids WILL want to be at the beach Christmas morning, and that's totally okay).

One thing I've learned over dozens of Hawaii Christmases: the best moments usually aren't the ones you planned. They're the spontaneous shave ice runs, the sunset you weren't expecting to be so beautiful, the way your kids' faces light up when they see Christmas lights on palm trees.

Soak it all in.

Mele Kalikimaka!

Marcie

Aloha! I'm Marcie with Hawaii Travel with Kids

I've visited Hawaii more than 40 times and I know ALL the tips and tricks for planning the ultimate Hawaii family vacation! I offer free Hawaii planning email courses. I also send weekly emails on Fridays where I share my top things to do in Hawaii with kids, the best family resorts in Hawaii, and my ultimate packing lists! Mahalo!

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