If you’re asking this question, you’re not being negative. You’re being responsible.
Marcie Cheung
How I Became a Hawaii Expert (Without Living There)
Here’s my story from the nostalgic 90s to today!
Which Hawaiian Island is Best for Teens? (The Answer Might Surprise You)
Last week I had a consultation with a mom planning a big anniversary trip to Maui.
What $5,000, $8,000, and $12,000 Actually Gets You in Hawaii (Family Budget Reality Check)
Hawaii prices have been rough lately.
I Took My 12-Year-Old to Maui for 4 Days (February 2026)
People ask me this constantly. I’ve visited Hawaii 40+ times over the past 20 years and I’m a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert. And still: “but what do YOU do when you go?”
Is Hawaii With Kids Worth It? A Brutally Honest Comparison
It’s 11pm and you’re still awake, scrolling through Hawaii photos while running the numbers in your head again.
How Many Activities Per Day in Hawaii With Kids? (You’re Probably Planning Too Many)
I’m going to tell you something that’s going to sound wrong at first.
I Sat Through a Luau in a Rainstorm So You Don’t Have To (Drums of the Pacific Luau Review)
I’ve been to a lot of luaus. The Old Lahaina Luau (re-opened in 2024). The Feast at Lele. The Feast at Mokapu. Myths of Maui.
Waimea Canyon Kauai: The Complete Guide (What Most Tourists Miss)
I’ve been visiting Waimea Canyon since I was 10 years old, back when my grandma lived part-time on Kauai.
Maui Ocean Center Review: Is the $50 Ticket Actually Worth It? (A Mom’s Take After 3 Visits)
I’ve been to Maui Ocean Center three times. First when my oldest was a toddler. Then when my youngest was a baby and my oldest was a preschooler. Most recently, I went with my 12-year-old on a research trip.