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!
My Kids' Unforgettable Christmas in Waikiki
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Aloha Reader! Can I let you in on something? The first time we did Christmas in Waikiki, I totally over-planned. I had every. single. day. mapped out with activities, thinking that's what would make it special for the kids. Turns out, some of the best Christmas memories came from the simple things – watching the hotel light its tree, finding the perfect spot to see lights, grabbing shave ice in Santa hats. Here's my realistic guide to Waikiki Christmas activities → It's not just a list of things to do (you can get that anywhere). It's what actually worked with real kids of different ages, including:
And if you're trying to decide between Waikiki and other parts of Oahu, check out the best things to do on Oahu in December → Both posts come from actual trips with my own family, not research from behind a desk. That's the difference between generic travel advice and recommendations you can actually trust. Traveling over Christmas or just dreaming about it for next year? Either way, I hope these help you create those pinch-me moments with your family. Marcie P.S. If you're feeling overwhelmed about planning, I get it. My Hawaii consultations are designed to take the stress out of trip planning so you can focus on the fun parts. |
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!
Aloha Reader! Someone asked me yesterday: "If you could only take your kids to ONE Hawaiian island for the rest of your life, which would it be?" Oof. That's like asking which kid is your favorite. But here's what I told her: it depends entirely on what kind of vacation recharges YOU. Oahu or Kauai - which is best for kids? → I wrote this comparison after taking my own kids to both islands multiple times. It's not about which island is "better" – it's about which one matches your family's...
Aloha Reader! If you're planning your first Hawaii trip (or your first trip WITH kids), I have a confession: Oahu is probably your best bet. I know, I know. Everyone says Maui is more beautiful, Kauai is less crowded, the Big Island is more "authentic." And sure, they're not wrong. But Oahu – specifically Waikiki – is THE most forgiving place for first-timers and families. Here's why: Things to do in Waikiki with kids → Waikiki gives you everything within walking distance. Kid melts down?...
Aloha Reader! Now that the holiday dust has settled and you're back into your routine, I'm betting one of two things is happening: Option 1: You just got back from an amazing Hawaii trip over Winter Break and you're already dreaming about your next visit (because once you experience Hawaii magic with the family, once is never enough!) Option 2: You watched everyone else's Hawaii vacation photos on social media over the holidays and thought, "We NEED to do this for Spring Break or this...