The 8 Best Beaches for Kids on Maui (map included)
Now that we’ve lived on Maui for a year with our toddler, we’ve learned how important it is to find the right beach for our family beach days. We not only want to find a sandy spot (building castles is important after all), we also need to think about the waves,...
The 12 Best Maui Vacation Rentals With Private Pools
You’re coming to Maui and you’ve decided to skip the resorts or condos in favor of a house with a private pool. In the era of COVID-19 and social distancing, you may be looking to put a little extra space between you and others on your trip to Hawaii. Maybe you just...
The 10 Best Maui Vacation Rentals for Large Groups
Traveling to Hawaii with a big group is a fun time. Whether you’re heading here with friends or for a family reunion, you know the trip is going to be memorable. But it can be a little tricky when you’re traveling with a group of eight or more. You want to find a...
Can You Bring Your Dog to Hawaii? This is How to Avoid Pet Quarantine
When we were moving from London to Maui, we had one big issue we needed to solve: how to transport our beloved dog, Hattie. We knew it was possible to bring her to Hawaii but we’d heard horror stories of dogs needing to be quarantined for six months upon arrival in...
Oahu vs. Maui (from someone who has lived on both)
The first big decision you have to make once you plan a trip to Hawaii is to decide what island to visit. Choosing between Maui and Oahu can be overwhelming, and everyone has a different opinion. As someone who has visited, lived on, and loves both islands, here is...
How Much Does a Trip To Hawaii Cost for a Family of Four (2021 prices)
COVID has left people dreaming and planning vacations for summer 2021. With Hawaii effectively shut down to tourists (you don’t want to mess with that 14-day quarantine, trust me), you might be wondering what a trip to these gorgeous islands will cost you in 2021. In...
The 8 Best Beaches for Kids on Maui (map included)
Now that we’ve lived on Maui for a year with our toddler, we’ve learned how important it is to find the right beach for our family beach days. We not only want to find a sandy spot (building castles is important after all), we also need to think about the waves,...
The 12 Best Maui Vacation Rentals With Private Pools
You’re coming to Maui and you’ve decided to skip the resorts or condos in favor of a house with a private pool. In the era of COVID-19 and social distancing, you may be looking to put a little extra space between you and others on your trip to Hawaii. Maybe you just...
The 10 Best Maui Vacation Rentals for Large Groups
Traveling to Hawaii with a big group is a fun time. Whether you’re heading here with friends or for a family reunion, you know the trip is going to be memorable. But it can be a little tricky when you’re traveling with a group of eight or more. You want to find a...
Costco Hawaii Vacation Review: 9 Things to Know Before You Buy
Sometimes it can feel like booking a vacation is a full-time job. You want to do the research, plan the best itinerary, and get a good deal. Especially if you’re heading somewhere as expensive as Hawaii. With all that work you might wonder if going through a travel...
Is Kauai or Maui Better for a Family Vacation?
Planning a family trip can be challenging. You have kids to think about, travel plans to make, hotels to pick. But before you do all of that, you have a decision to make: should you go to Kauai or Maui? On both islands, you’ll find everything your family needs. Great...
3-Day Kauai Itinerary: How to Make 3-Days Enough on Kauai
A visit to Kauai is a trip of a lifetime where you can explore the rugged shore, view stunning waterfalls, and feel like you’ve taken a step onto the set of Jurrasic Park. And while there is so much to explore, your visit will probably be limited in time. That’s why...
7 Best Kauai Honeymoon Resorts
You’ve picked Kauai as your honeymoon destination and it’s a great choice. But now you need to find a resort that will make your honeymoon experience the best it can possibly be. While Kauai has some great stays, not all of them are going to be ideal for...
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About Us!
Hello, we are Erica and Jordan. Maui is where we call home but we love all the Hawaiian Islands. With our toddler Henry and our quirky dog Hattie we explore the islands and share our favorite experiences. A vacation to Hawaii is a trip of a lifetime. We want your trip to be just that.