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My husbands company is taking a trip to hawaii next year..my daughter will be 1 year old by then. Im just curious if anyone has any experience going on a week long trip somewhere with a baby that young. Even if i dont go, my husband is going to go without me and bring a friend or someone else so i really want to try to go but im afraid that i’ll regret being over there with our 1 year old. I am not going to leave her and go by myself with my husband, either she goes with me or i dont go. Anyone have any advice about going or not going?

We took a 9 month old to Italy. Granted there are big differences between a 9 month old and a 12 month old but the big question is: Is she walking yet? If no, then your experience could be as wonderful as ours was. If yes, it can still be good but the flight will be challenging.

First, you didn’t say where you were flying from so I do hope it’s the West Coast. Our trip to Italy was 6 hours from Boston, therefore about the same from WC to Hawaii- give or take. We entertained her primarily with our laptop- a rechargable battery and all of the Baby Einstein DVDs we could pack. She did sleep a lot and when she was fussy, we just put on a movie. All in all flights weren’t bad but I do recommend getting her her own seat if you can. Sitting on lap is tempting for toddlers to get down and crawl on the disgusting floor or want to walk the aisles. In her own carseat, she will know she can’t get out and it’s another familiar thing.

Once there- the best thing we could do was resist wanting to bring the small travel stroller and instead brought our larger, Perego Pliko. It was handed to us upon arrival and was a lifesaver. That stroller was her vehicle, her highchair, her bed and her changing table, and allowed us to do everything we would have normally done without a baby. When she needed a diaper change- just pulled her to a shady spot, pulled off the front bar and got to work. If she was hungry, I santized the tray and gave her food off my plate in the restaurants. If she was tired, we reclined the seat and just kept walking. We even enjoyed late romantic dinners outside in the piazzas with her snoozing along side us!

Nothing wrong with traveling with a baby as long as you do a little planning and know that the flight will be a little tough but manageable. Jet lag might be tough, so don’t have high expectations. At least you’re on vacation and can nap whenever you want. Last- if she’s really terrible on the flight- you’ll never see those people again anyway!

Have a great trip!

other ideas like decorating would be nice too
plees help out

try the following for activities . . .

-limbo

-chocolate fondue

-fun surf movies

-hit the beach

-go hot tubbing

-go swimming

and for decor . . .

-paper lamps

-fake totem poles

-plastic palm trees

I’m going there ro my honeymoon so it would be for relax and enjoying rather than adventure and x-sporting.

Oahu!! My family and I have stayed at the Pacific Beach Hotel four out of six times that we have vacationed on Oahu. Never been to any of the other islands, never really "felt the urge".
Pacific Beach Hotel has two towers. We stay in the Oceanarium Tower floors 12th on up.
The 22nd floor (Diamond Head View) is really amazing at night! You can see Diamond Head and the lanai would really be romantic at night.
I sit on the lanai and just enjoy the tradewinds as they caress against your skin. Drinking a cup of Kona coffee!!
Take care and congrats on your future wedded life! I have been married for over 27yrs.

…or from LA to SF (would it be cheaper to fly or drive?)

I would like deals that include hotels and fun things to do (sight seeing, etc.)

Should I talk with a travel agent or should I look online or what?

What do you do when you plan trips?

Thanks!!!

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Me and a few of my friends are planning a trip to hawaii for spring break next year. what are some good islands, cities, and hotels that would make our vacation the best?

All the islands have good beaches, although you might end up driving a little more to get to them on the Big Island. So you really have to choose based on what else you want.

Here are some key words, along with the best islands for each (no particular order) and a link to photos/more info:

BEACHES:
All the islands have amazing beaches with many different personalities.

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=10

NIGHTLIFE (clubs, bars, restaurants):
Oahu/Waikiki

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=156

SECLUSION:
Lanai or Molokai (though there are spots on all islands if you look)

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=5

WATERFALLS:
Maui’s Road to Hana

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=162

or certain areas of Kauai

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=149

or Akaka Falls on the Big Island (quite a drive, but amazing)

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=120

(there are a few around Oahu too)

GARDENS:
Kula Gardens on Maui

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=98

Foster Garden on Oahu

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=40

National Tropical Botanical Garden on Kauai

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=21

SNORKELING FROM SHORE:
Hanauma Bay on Oahu

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=42

Honolula on Maui (depending on conditions)

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=93

Kaanapali/Black Rock on Maui (depending on conditions)

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=95

SNORKELING FROM A BOAT:
Kealakekua Bay on Big Island

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=135

Hulopoe Bay on Lanai via boat tour from Maui

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=82

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES:
Haleakala on Maui

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=161

Mauna Kea on the Big Island

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=139

SEEING LAVA FLOWING:
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Big Island

http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=165

That should get you started. There’s a lot more information at http://www.DreamingHawaii.com

Have a great time!

My wife and I are trying to take a vacation to Hawaii in June. Which website can I use that will provide me with the best price to book a trip for two islands with two rent-a – cars in one week.

That’s a travel agent type problem

or a list of sites to see for seniors? We’re really not into kayaking, scuba diving. Thanks for helping.

There are many senior discounts just ask.

the lady said it will arrive there in 12 days but it still hasnt got there yet. i hope it didnt get lost

First of all, that is one of the heaviest mailing times, so it will take longer. Add an extra 5 business (Mon-Fri, non-holiday days) to your shipping time.

Some tips for future mailing:

If you have a time limit, do not use parcel post to or from Hawaii. The USPS gives a shipping time of 14 Business days from Honolulu to Atlanta, but I have always found it takes about an extra 3-5 business days to the East coast.

If it will fit in one of the Flat Rate Priority Mail boxes, especially if the item or items weight over three pounds, I recommend them for shipping. A 5lb parcel post package will cost you $12.34, a large Flat Rate Box is $13.95, a Medium is $10.35.

Always mail packages with Delivery Confirmation. It will cost an extra $0.70 to $0.80, but you can track your package online and know for sure it arrives.

Consider Insuring your package. If the worst does happen, and it gets lost, you can be reimbursed. I always insure packages I send to family on the Mainland.

I hope that you find out it just took a little longer for your package to arrive.

I am wanting to visit Hawaii and would like any info on cheap deals?

I personally have found the best "package" deals by going to the following sites:

http://www.expedia.com/default.asp

http://www.hotwire.com/

http://www.kayak.com/

By comparing all 3 I have been able to come up with some fantastic deals. I also use Priceline if I need just a flight, a car or a hotel.

Good luck

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