After a magnificent few days in Maui, we headed to O'ahu, and checked into The Royal Hawaiian. Nicknamed the Pink Palace of the Pacific, this iconic property on Waikiki Beach has been a symbol of Hawaiian hospitality since 1927. It has been a treasured vacation spot for international royalty, and a retreat for some of… Continue reading The Royal Hawaiian
Bird’s Eye View of O’ahu
Picture it. O'ahu. October 2024. You're with your team on a fantastic but intense week-long training, and your last day is your one free day. What do you do? Go on a helicopter ride with your work bestie, of course! I can't even begin to tell you how memorable this experience was! https://www.tiktok.com/@famtravebony/video/7431743164471315742?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7273560081789650474 A helicopter… Continue reading Bird’s Eye View of O’ahu
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Nestled on Maui's picturesque Wailea Beach, the newly renovated Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, offers a luxurious 40-acre escape in one of Hawaii's most stunning settings. The resort’s location provides breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, easy access to pristine beaches, and a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in the heart of paradise.… Continue reading Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Maui’s Road to Recovery
In August of last year, devastating wildfires swept through Lahaina on Maui’s northwest coast, leaving a profound impact on this historic community. Over 100 lives were lost, and iconic landmarks like Front Street and many homes were destroyed. In the aftermath, I chose to temporarily pause promoting Maui as a travel destination, understanding that the… Continue reading Maui’s Road to Recovery
Honest Thoughts about Cruising with Carnival
Over Fall Break, we went on a 7-night E Caribbean cruise with our extended family. I'll admit, Carnival is not our go-to, but with multiple budgets to consider, we gave the Mardi Gras a try. The Mardi Gras is a beautiful megaship. Beautiful enough to bump Carnival up our list? Keep reading for my honest… Continue reading Honest Thoughts about Cruising with Carnival
Living Pura Vida
Recently, I was invited to participate in an elite week-long travel agent training in Costa Rica, hosted by the Costa Rica Tourism Board, Pro Imagen, and MMGY Global. Costa Rica is a big little country with multiple regions to explore. Costa Rica is not an island, but has two beautifully unique coastlines: Caribbean and Pacific.… Continue reading Living Pura Vida
Club MoBay
Travel days are long, and can be very stressful. But you what helps tremendously? VIP service at your destination airport, especially when it includes a Meet and Greet service. Club MoBay offers this premium airport service at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica, designed to make your airport experience smooth, relaxing, and efficient. One… Continue reading Club MoBay
Mystic Mountain
A major selling point for Ocho Rios in Jamaica is the variety of excursions in the area. The trade-off of course is Ocho Rios is a further drive from Sangster International Airport. But if you're up for something new, let's chat about Mystic Mountain. Mystic Mountain is tucked away in the beautiful rainforest of Ocho… Continue reading Mystic Mountain
Jamaican Me Crazy
Grammy's in town for the summer, which means it's time for Mr. FamTrav and my annual getaway. This year we selected Sandals Ochi in Jamaica. Here's a recap of our fabulous weekend. Sandals Ochi in Ocho Rios, Jamaica is a lush, sprawling property. On the Sandals' website, it's described as a true Garden of Eden… Continue reading Jamaican Me Crazy
Our Alaska Adventure: Victoria + Alaska Cruise Tips
Do you know why Alaska cruises have a stop in Canada, even if its just for a few hours? It's because foreign-flagged cruise ships (registered outside the United States) need an international port of call to comply with the Passenger Vessel Services Act of 1886. Most times the ships arrive late evening and it is… Continue reading Our Alaska Adventure: Victoria + Alaska Cruise Tips
