Planning a trip to Hawaii with kids can feel overwhelming — especially if it’s your first visit.
These free email courses are designed to walk parents through every stage of Hawaii trip planning, from choosing the right island to saving money and building a realistic itinerary.
Each course is short, practical, and written by a Hawaii travel expert who has planned dozens of family trips.
Start where you are — and go deeper when you’re ready.
Not Sure Where to Start?
New to Hawaii? Start with How to Travel to Hawaii Like a Pro
Trying to keep costs under control? Start with How to Save Money in Hawaii
Already picked an island? Jump straight to:
- How to Plan a Trip to Maui With Kids
- How to Plan a Trip to Oahu With Kids
- How to Plan a Trip to Kauai With Kids
- How to Plan a Trip to the Big Island With Kids
Start Here: Hawaii Trip Planning Basics
How to Travel to Hawaii Like a Pro
Not sure where to begin? This free 5-day email course helps families understand how Hawaii travel works, choose the right island, and avoid common planning mistakes before booking anything.
→ How to Travel to Hawaii Like a Pro
Plan Smart: Hawaii on a Budget
How to Save Money in Hawaii
Learn how families save money on rental cars, food, and activities — without sacrificing the experiences that actually make a Hawaii trip special.
Plan Your Island
Already picked an island? These free courses show families how to plan a trip to each Hawaiian island step by step, based on real family travel experience.
How to Plan a Trip to Maui With Kids
A step-by-step planning course covering where to stay, transportation, activities, and common Maui mistakes families make.
→ How to Plan a Trip to Maui With Kids
How to Plan a Trip to Oahu With Kids
Plan an Oahu trip that balances beaches, attractions, Pearl Harbor, and downtime — without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
→ How to Plan a Trip to Oahu With Kids
How to Plan a Trip to Kauai With Kids
Learn how to plan a Kauai trip that works for families, including where to stay, driving distances, day trips, and packing considerations.
→ How to Plan a Trip to Kauai With Kids
How to Plan a Trip to the Big Island With Kids
A realistic approach to planning the Big Island with kids, covering where to stay, long drives, activities, and what a real day actually looks like.
→ How to Plan a Trip to the Big Island With Kids
How to Use These Hawaii Planning Courses
Most families start with How to Travel to Hawaii Like a Pro, then move on to How to Save Money in Hawaii, followed by the course for the island they’re visiting.
You can take just one course — or all of them — depending on how much help you want.
These courses are designed to work together, making each step of Hawaii trip planning easier and more manageable.
About the Hawaii Travel Expert Behind These Courses
Hi, I’m Marcie Cheung, a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert and mom of two. I’ve visited Hawaii more than 40 times with my family and created these courses to help parents plan Hawaii trips without overwhelm, confusion, or expensive mistakes.
Everything here is based on real experience — not generic travel advice.
Common Questions About These Hawaii Planning Courses
Which Hawaii planning course should I take first?
If you’re new to Hawaii, start with How to Travel to Hawaii Like a Pro. If budget is your biggest concern, start with How to Save Money in Hawaii.
Are these courses really free?
Yes. All of these email courses are completely free and designed to help families plan better Hawaii trips.
Are these courses only for families with kids?
Yes. Every recommendation is written specifically for parents traveling with children.
Can I take more than one course?
Absolutely. Many families take multiple courses depending on where they are in the planning process.