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5 Magical Events in Orange County to Get You in the Holiday Spirit

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

Gigantic light displays, dancing Nutcrackers, a colossal party on ice, enchanting night trains to magical, northern worlds, and performances that make our hearts grow, the holiday season has arrived and events are beginning all around Southern California.With so many choices, it can be difficult to decide which ones will be best at putting you in the holiday spirit. Here’s a…

Aqua Bike at Hilton Hawaiian Village Lagoon

Top 5 Daddy-Daughter Moments at Hilton Hawaiian Village

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Darren | 1 Comments

For me, “work” and “career” have taken on new meanings after becoming a husband and even more after becoming a father. As a result, vacationing with my family has became more important and gives me more joy than I thought existed in this life. There’s no imminent time clock in the back of my mind reminding me of upcoming work…

A 2 Minute Look at Hilton Hawaiian Village, Oahu

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Photos and videos can’t do Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki, Oahu justice. The village offers everything a family could possibly need. Pools, water slides, 20 different on-site restaurants, shopping, water sports, the ocean, a luau and other entertainment, a spa, a lagoon, children’s programs, and daily resort activities make the Hilton a family-friendly resort destination at Waikiki Beach. Here’s a glimpse…

Playing in the Pool at Hilton Hawaiian Village, Oahu

Top 5 Family-Friendly Activities at Hilton Hawaiian Village, Oahu

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Traveling with a toddler doesn’t have to be stressful. Hilton Hawaiian Village has the perfect surroundings that will inspire you to create precious family moments together. In just two short days, we’ve already connected more as a family and shared unique experiences that will last a lifetime. Here are our top five family-friendly activities at Hilton Hawaiian Village. 1. Waikiki’s…

11 Bucket List Days on Oahu

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Lesley | 3 Comments

Most family vacations in Oahu include Pearl Harbor, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, building sand castles on the beach, and splashing in the kid’s pool. Even with a toddler, that’s not how we do vacation. We’ve lined up three spectacular family-friendly resorts, tons of unique adventures, delectable dining with a twist, and fun cultural experiences. We’re doing Oahu bucket list style….

Why Windjammer Landing, St. Lucia Isn’t Just a Honeymoon Destination

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Lesley | 8 Comments

Nestling on its own private, tropical hillside and overlooking the calm waters of Labrelotte Bay, Windjammer Landing in St. Lucia is undoubtedly the ideal place for a honeymoon. With its mountaintop vistas, private villas, romantic, oceanfront dining, and spa services, I’d like to renew my wedding vows just to honeymoon in the most romantic place I’ve visited. It isn’t just…

What to Pack When Traveling to Europe with a Toddler

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

I’d be lying if I said our recent 12 day trip to Germany was easy. It wasn’t. Athena, my rambunctious toddler, cried a lot. She was tired for the first two days of the trip and rarely slept when she should, leaving me exhausted and with only a couple hours sleep a night. There is no question in my mind that…

Through the Eyes of a Himba Child

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

For years, an ancient, semi-nomadic tribe of herders known as the Himba has drawn photographers to Namibia’s northwest. The community living among the majestic Makalani palms at Palmfontein invite visitors to learn more about their proud and ancient lifestyle and culture. While still a traditional tribe, they are becoming familiar with looking at themselves through a camera screen. When I arrived with…

Tips for Visiting RIU Palace Cabo San Lucas

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

It seems I don’t need to convince any of you to visit RIU Palace Cabo San Lucas. From your comments, I can see that many of you are already booked. So what do you want to know? After four days on site, I’ve come up with a few tips. From dining to the best places to relax, here’s my view of…

The Toddler Bucket List – Disneyland Has to Have a Place

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Lesley | 6 Comments

Do you think Athena, at two years old, has a bucket list? Not the kind where you think about death or even the length of life, but the kind where you dream of great adventures, destinations, and experiences? When I created my 2014 bucket list, I wanted to include things for the entire family; their happiness, after all, is directly…