Monument Valley, the iconic, edifice-strewn northwestern corner of the Navajo Nation, is a place of such stunning beauty and serenity that it has an effect on even the most undiscerning visitor.

Traveling with kids to Hawaii is full of adventures – from flying in a plane to exploring the islands and Pacific Ocean – there is plenty to keep them engaged and entertained. As usual, my list was longer than the amount of time we had so this list is filled with some tried and true excursions and some that sound like a blast but we couldn’t find the time for.

A trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu is a bit like getting the Disney version of Hawaii, it is a very polished and perfectly manicured look at island life in the South Pacific. Which isn’t to say its not worth a visit, just be prepared for