Did you know that sailing across the ocean in a voyaging canoe isn’t just something Moana did in a Disney animated feature? And that some of Maui’s Wayfinding teachings are inspired by real-life Polynesian navigational techniques? It’s true. All of it. Welcome to true stories of Hōkūleʻa – Hawaii’s voyaging canoe – as told… Continue reading Talk Story with Women of Hokuleʻa – Real-Life Moanas Share Their Adventures
Feel the cool sea breeze brush across your face. Smell the salty mist as waves lap against your canoe. Squint into the mesmerizing glare as a thousand blazing suns reflect off the water. See the possibilities beyond the horizon, where the sky meets the sea. Be as one with the ocean, and the myriad of… Continue reading How Far We’ll Go – Wayfinding Like Moana on Hawaii’s Hokuleʻa
As we start out a new year, we reflect on the one we just wrapped up. How were your holidays? If you're like us, Disney usually plays a large role in your holiday traditions. Are you tired of the cold and the snow? Have you ever considered a Hawaiian Christmas? It's never to early to… Continue reading There’s No Place Like Aulani for the Holidays
As if I needed another reason to love the Big Island of Hawaii… I just learned about HawaiiCon. The Big Island is not just full of palm trees, beaches, and resorts. It is home to Kilauea, one of the longest-erupting volcanoes in the world. And, it is one of the few places on earth where… Continue reading 10 Amazing Reasons to Go to HawaiiCon
Moana is the first Polynesian Princess to join the Disney ohana. Director and Producer team Ron Clements and John Musker (Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Princess and the Frog) were joined by screenwriter Jared Bush (Zootopia), co-head of Animation Amy Smeed (Tangled, Frozen, Big Hero 6), and producer Osnat Shurer (Pixar shorts) on the “Moana:… Continue reading Moana Sails Into San Diego Comic Con, and Into Our Hearts (Part 1)
The Pu'uhonua o Honaunau is a wonderful National Park site located just south of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Pu'uhonua o Honaunau is the last of the remaining Pu'uhonua (Place of Refuge) in the Hawaiian islands. The rest were destroyed in the cultural and religious counter-revolution that occurred after western contact. It is remarkable because this was a… Continue reading Pu’uhonua o Honaunau, the ‘City of Refuge’ is a Cultural Gem in Kona
Come with us as we share a pictorial tour of the (much coveted) over-the-water Bora Bora Bungalows of Disney's Polynesian resort. Disney's Polynesian Hotel has been a premiere property at the Disney World resort since it opened. Located on the monorail track of the Magic Kingdom, it is a touch of the exotic wrapped in luxury at the Walt Disney World… Continue reading Pictorial Tour of the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Resort
Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows are a touch of the exotic wrapped in luxury at the Walt Disney World resort. Disney Vacation Club added Villas and the over-the-water bungalows this year, making the Polynesian one of the hottest properties at Disney World. We had the chance to stay in a studio villa at the Polynesian in June,… Continue reading Hotel Review: Disney’s Polynesian Villas, Tips and Warnings!
Smartphones have made our daily lives immeasurably more convenient. Using GPS to map a route to the closest Starbucks, using Google to research Risso’s dolphins, uploading your pictures to Instagram – sometimes we may take the ease of obtaining information for granted. Having the right smartphone apps can enhance your travel experiences. As I have… Continue reading 8 Must-Have Smartphone Communication Apps for Travel
As we prepare for our travels and family gatherings this holiday season, I wanted to remind you about dangers of the cold and flu season, and equip you with tools to stay healthy. These tips are useful year-round, and I hope they will help you fully enjoy your travels! Having weathered my fair share of… Continue reading Five Tips for Healthy Traveling
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