Just got back from a fabulous trip to Maui with Greg and all the kids -- one week in Paradise! Got a great package on Expedia including round-trip airfare from Oakland, a minivan, and deluxe ocean view rooms at the Westin Resort & Spa @ Ka'anapali. Hadn't been there since 1976, and it was just as beautiful as I remembered.
The weather was a bit cool & breezy but still oh-so tolerable! I started every morning with a brisk walk along the beach followed by a quick workout in the gym & 1/2 a papaya. Joe swam in the ocean every day, I think Charlie made it to the gym every day -- Laurel & Greg made no major plans and just enjoyed! We did all t
he tourist things: the great little aquarium, a drive to Hana, snorkeling @ Napili, the Old Lahaina Luau, Iao Needle, strolling under the giant banyan in Lahaina Town, plus lot
s of nice dinners & just plain relaxing. The week flew by -- too bad the zip-line was 
booked solid, but we'll save something for next time. Once again, I'm so thankful all the kids were willing & available, and I hope they had as much fun as I did! We even had fun doing Joe's crosswords marathon. Even with the cooler weather & meticulous SPF application, there was a little sunburning, but we found a great "Maui Secret" aloe potion that was a miracle.Also found a great sushi restaurant, "Sansei", that was unassuming from the outside & absolutely fresh and delish (worth the 1 hour wait -- call ahead if you go).
I can think of no better way to spend time & money than traveling with family -- it just doesn't get any better!
