Last month we enjoyed an all out Hawaiian family vacation. We spent a month on the island of Oahu. Two weeks with both sides of our families. I absolutely LOVE Hawaii! Always have and always will. In my adolescence, my grandparents ignited my passion for the Polynesian isle of Oahu. We spent numerous family vacations there, and I am now thrilled to spend time there with my daughters. It is no secret that a Hawaiian vacation can add up. One of the ways we were able to travel there is by sharing a house with our family members. It works out to be less expensive than a hotel. You are also able to save on meals, with a full kitchen to cook in. I know its not everyones idea of vacation when you have to cook, but when you keep it simple, it’s not a big deal. Here are some highlights of our trip – part 1.

Diamond Head – We set out with a personal fitness goal of climbing the volcanic crater with our toddlers on our backs. We did it! It felt awesome to get to the top with our girls. They loved it.

Leonard’s Bakery – Try to visit Leonard’s if you get a chance. I’m not a huge doughnut fan, but oh me, oh my- these are delicious. They are famous for their Malasadas. Eat them hot and fresh, and they will not disappoint! You can find their bakery in Waikiki, or they also have a food truck by the Waikele Premium Outlet.

Beaches for Days – When on Oahu visit as many beaches as possible outside of Waikiki. You have not experienced the island until you rent a car and get out of Waikiki. Some of my favourites are Sandy Beach, Waimea Bay & the North Shore, Yokohama Beach, & Makaha Beach. Be advised that some of these beaches are dangerous to swim in, please respect the local advisories.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of our all out Hawaiian family vacay!

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