I’ve been to more luaus on Oahu than I can count. As a professional tourist and Certified Hawaii Destination Expert with 40+ Hawaii visits over 20 years, I’ve sat through the spectacular, the overpriced, and the ones I’d rather forget.
Marcie Cheung
Wai Kai Oahu Review 2026: Is It Worth It? (What Parents Actually Need to Know)
I took my 12-year-old to Wai Kai last week and honestly? It was fine. Not amazing, not terrible, just… fine.
Kahuku Farms Tour Review: Why This North Shore Oahu Experience Is Actually Worth the Hype (2026 Guide)
I’ve driven past Kahuku Farms dozens of times over the years. We’d always stop to grab their famous acai bowls or stock up on lilikoi butter for the pantry at home. But we’d never actually done the farm tour until our last trip.
Kualoa Ranch Zipline Review: We Did It. Here’s What You Need to Know.
I’ve been to Kualoa Ranch so many times I’ve lost count. The movie tour, the jungle expedition, the UTV tour.
Cirque du Soleil Auana Review: Is Waikiki’s New Show Worth It? (Honest Take from a Hula Dancer)
Okay, I just saw Cirque du Soleil’s Auana in Waikiki with my 12-year-old and I need to tell you about it because we were both completely blown away.
Hanauma Bay 2026: Everything Families Need to Know Before You Go (Reservations, Prices & What Actually Happens)
I set my alarm for 6:55am on a Monday morning to book Hanauma Bay tickets for Wednesday. By 7:03am, every single time slot for the entire day was gone. Sold out. Three minutes.
Stop Googling: This Is the Best Hawaiian Island for Toddlers (From Someone Who’s Actually Done All 4)
Are you starting to plan a trip to Hawaii with toddlers in 2026 and don’t know where to start? Find out the best Hawaiian island for toddlers in this breakdown of Maui, Oahu, Kauai, and the Big Island of Hawaii!
Which Hawaii Island Is Actually Cheapest for Families? (Maui vs Oahu vs Big Island vs Kauai)
For my upcoming Hawaii trip, I debated a LOT about which island or islands to visit.
Hawaii Travel Consultant vs DIY Planning: When You Actually Need Help
She had already bought the flights. Three islands in seven days. Only 18 hours on Oahu.
What to Listen to While Planning a Trip to Hawaii (Step-by-Step Podcast Guide)
The first time I went to Hawaii, I was 10 years old. My parents and grandma planned everything, and honestly, I just showed up.