The Best Tips for Visiting I’olani Palace

I'olani Palace

Hawai’ian history is beautiful, tragic, and endlessly fascinating. It’s the only US state that has ever been a sovereign kingdom. Hawai’ians formerly practiced human sacrifice. The Palace was a prison for the last queen of Hawai’i. The kings and queens of Hawai’i traveled the world and were honored as sovereign leaders, despite the color of their skin. And visitors to O’ahu today can visit I’olani Palace in Honolulu. Here are the best tips to make your visit a great one–even with a baby in tow!

The Best Things to Do on O’ahu with a Baby

Baby on O'ahu

You’ve doing it! You’re surviving the long flight to the islands, you’re ready to show your baby the world, and you’re excited to spend some time in paradise. But, what are you going to do with the baby, am I right? Here are the best things to do with a baby on O’ahu, Hawai’i!

Widow Travel: The Best Things I Learned from My Surf Lesson on Waikiki

surf lesson on Waikiki

I’ve been afraid of drowning in the ocean since, maybe the first grade. It was one of my biggest fears, ever. But after my sweet, strong, healthy husband died so tragically and suddenly, I developed the strong feeling that fear is foolish. The worst had already happened. Nothing else could hurt me. Why would I be afraid of anything else? So I decided to face my fears.

How to Treat Yourself as a Single Parent on Travel

single parent

Single parents, how often do people tell you, “Take time for yourself,” and “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” Or ask you, “Are you doing things for you?” It’s always well-meaning, but in real life, it’s just something else to add to your ever-growing to-do list. And, I’ll say it: People are quick to tell you what to do, but rarely offer to watch the kids so you can do it.