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Oahu for Kids

A Family-Friendly Waterfall Hike in Oahu Hamama Falls  lies at the back of Waihee Valley on the windward side of Oahu. My introduction to this hike with through my baby hui. At around 3 miles round-trip, it was slow going with a group of toddlers, but they were in high spirits and we slowly made […]

Best Waterfall Hikes in Oahu : Family-Friendly Hike to Hamama Falls

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Oahu for Kids

Bathtub Beach: Oahu’s Best Baby-Friendly Beach Searching for the best baby-friendly beach in Oahu? Look no further than Bathtub Beach, tucked away in Laie. With clear, shallow waters protected by a natural limestone shelf parallel to the beach, Bathtub Beach is your family’s tropical paradise waiting to be discovered. Exploring Oahu for the Best Baby […]

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Best Baby Beach on Oahu? Searching for Bathtub Beach in Laie

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Oahu for Kids

Playing Tourist on Oahu Holly knows every nook and cranny on Oahu. Once a month, she plans a “tourist for a day” outing with here family. They dress up in their finest Aloha wear, strap on their cameras, and head out for an adventure. Although, they typically visit major tourist spots (those locals rarely visit […]

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A Hidden Toddler Beach on the North Shore

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Oahu for Kids

What Makes Sharks Cove So Unique and Perfect for Families Crystal blue waters, vibrant marine life, and a tranquil cove shaped amazingly like a shark. Welcome to Sharks Cove, a popular snorkeling spot on Oahu’s North Shore. Its name may sound a bit intimidating, and indeed, it’s not always the friendliest spot for little explorers […]

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Sharks Cove – A Family-Friendly Snorkeling Paradise on Oahu

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Oahu for Kids

My first visit to Sea Life Park was to obtain piles of their precious seabird guano. You weren’t expecting that, were you? See, they rehabilitate injured seabirds and I was in need of of guano for my graduate research … it was a match made in heaven. Each month I would pick up the trash […]

Is Sea Life Park worth a visit? | Family activities on Oahu

Nuuanu Judd trail

Oahu for Kids

A Great Beginner Hike This may be an odd thing to say, but the Judd Trail is the best hike for kids who don’t like to hike. You don’t have drag, poke or prod a reluctant hiker, because there is so much to do and see on this hike. This isn’t glorified walking; you have […]

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Short Hikes on Oahu : Judd Trail + Jackass Ginger Pool

Oahu for Kids

I love the Ka Iwi Scenic Shoreline, so dramatic and beautiful. Plus there’s a lot of diversity in this nook of the island. There’s surf, swimming holes, family-friendly hikes, whale watching, and tide pools galore. All good stuff in my opinion. We had a couple of hours to spare last weekend, but were stumped on […]

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Explore the Ka Iwi Scenic Shoreline | Honolulu family photographer

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Oahu for Kids

Peaceful Moanalua Gardens I thought I had been to Moanalua Gardens before, but when a friend mention that it had koi ponds, a taro patch, a small stream and giant trees, I realized it was something new. I packed up a pair of excited kids and set off on an adventure. Oddly, we were greeted […]

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Moanalua Gardens | A morning exploring Oahu with toddlers

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Oahu for Kids

A Mini Vacation We live within walking distance to the beach and a short drive from several impressive hikes. Sadly we rarely ever make it out to enjoy the world around us. Our days seem to be filled with work, school, and kid’s activities. That’s why we love having visitors. Whenever friends and family come […]

Toddler Activities Oahu | Great Toddler Beach on the West Side

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So sorry for my unintended blog vacation. This was my first busy season and it kind of kicked my booty. To make it up to you, I brought you flowers. Virtual, it’s true, but a whole field of them. I can’t think of a better way to start the new year than with a sea […]

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The happiest flowers around | Oahu sunflowers

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Oahu for Kids

Uncover the Best Kids Beaches in Kailua, Oahu: Your Guide to an Unforgettable Family Experience You might be surprised how quickly beach deprivation can take hold! We found this out the hard way when, after almost a week, our children were desperate for a taste of Kailua’s beautiful beaches. With some grumbling, they endured the […]

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Best Kids Beaches Oahu | Our Beach in Kailua

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