• Disney,  Hawaii,  North America,  Oahu,  United States

    Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii

    Located in Kapolei, Hawaii on the island of Oahu, Disney’s Aulani resort is a Disney Vacation Club Resort that brings the magic of Disney to the islands of Hawaii. Nestled on the beautiful Ko Olina beaches on Oahu’s leeward coast, Aulani is perfectly positioned to enjoy all the island offers but far removed from its crowds (the resort is approximately 40 minutes from Diamond Head). Find out what it’s like to stay at this magical resort! What is a Disney Vacation Club Resort? Disney Vacation Club is a timeshare program and to become a member you purchase real estate interest directly from Disney (or from a third party on the resale…

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    Hawaii

    Best Things to Do in Hawaii

    Choosing which island and planning a trip to Hawaii can be overwhelming, so I’m sharing the best things to do in Hawaii to help you with your travels! What is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii? While its temperate weather makes Hawaii a great place to visit year-round, March through September is the best time to visit Hawaii in terms of weather. This timeframe sees the lowest rainfall and the highest temperatures in the islands. As you might expect, crowds in Hawaii are high during school breaks. Summer, Christmas, and Spring Break all see high hotel occupancy (which translates to higher costs). September and October are Hawaii’s shoulder season—the weather…

  • Florida,  North America,  United States

    5 Things to Do in Orlando on a Rainy Day

    Whether you’re visiting or local you’ll inevitably find yourself looking for things to do in Orlando on a rainy day and today I’m sharing my five favorites! From the athletic to the just observing these five Orlando activities will entertain you while keeping you dry! Orlando Ice Den Ice skating is not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Florida, but a couple of hours on the rink at Orlando Ice Den is a nice respite from Orlando’s sometimes grossly hot temperatures! It’s one of my favorite things to do in Orlando on a rainy day! Public skate sessions are offered daily (with a few exceptions…

  • Las Vegas,  Nevada,  North America,  United States

    Red Rock Canyon Nevada

    The glitz and glam of the Las Vegas Strip is delicious, but sometimes it can get a bit overwhelming, leading me to look behind the Strip for something a little more down to earth. Which is how I found Red Rock Canyon Nevada. Just 30 minutes from the neon-lit Strip, Red Rock Canyon is a national conservation area that encompasses 195,819 acres in the Mojave Desert and boasts a 13-mile scenic drive and 26 hiking trails. Rock climbing, horseback riding, mountain, and road biking are also popular Red Rock Canyon activities. A couple hundred million years ago, the Red Rock area was an arid dune field stretching from Red Rock Canyon into Colorado.…

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    Food,  Hawaii,  Maui

    Hali’imaile General Store, Maui, Hawaii

    I’m just going to say it: Hali’imaile General Store is my favorite restaurant. Not just on Maui, not just in Hawaii, but anywhere. Bold statement, I know, especially when fan favorites like Mama’s Fish House are so good and so popular, but HGS has my heart. And here’s why. Pull up a chair and order a cocktail. HGS has a solid list of handcrafted cocktails that feature local ingredients and Hawaiian flavors. Their beer list includes local favorites from Kona Brewing and Honolulu Beerworks. The vibes are peak laid-back Hawaiian hospitality, with Upcountry flair. Keep in mind that you’re not at one of Maui’s world-famous beaches here. Upcountry is fertile…