pdcsgirl Posted March 7, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 7, 2018 We are just starting our research for about 2 weeks in Hawaii in the Summer of 2019. In addition to DH and me, we have DS who will be 12 then, and DD, who will be 9 then. So we are tied to school schedules, and, coming from the East Coast, want to spend around 2 weeks to make it worth the flight. So, any reason to choose June (we could leave as early as the 12th), July or August (we'd want to be home by Sept 1st at the latest to let the jag lag wear off before school starts)? Weather doesn't look that much different. We are looking at the 7 night cruise on POA, followed by some time in Waikiki and then at Disney's Aulani. Cruise prices do look a tad bit cheaper in August. Aulani is going to be expensive regardless. Too early to check flight differences. Crowd issues might be a factor? Would appreciate any thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted March 7, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 7, 2018 The weather is pretty much the same year round. I found the jet lag to affect me more on the trip TO Hawaii...not so much coming back to the E. Coast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted March 7, 2018 #3 Share Posted March 7, 2018 As commonly discussed here, the weather changes little in Hawaii...but it can be hotter and more humid as the summer progresses. Summer is high season. In fact most of the year is high season. It will be busy and crowded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted March 8, 2018 #4 Share Posted March 8, 2018 The most expensive airfares are during summer & Christmas vacations. From about the first week in June until mid-August from the West Coast airfares are about $700-$800. Airfares before or after school summer vacation are around $500-ish. Since summer 2019 airfares won’t be available until this summer, you could view summer 2018 airfares to get a preview of average airfares from your home. Summer weather wouldn’t be a factor with upper 80 to mid 90 degree temperatures during that time. It’ll be busy in Hawaii during all of summer vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Sweethearts Posted March 8, 2018 #5 Share Posted March 8, 2018 We are looking at the 7 night cruise on POA, followed by some time in Waikiki and then at Disney's Aulani. If you haven't thought about it already, consider spending some time on Oahu pre-cruise to help with the jet lag when you arrive here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted March 8, 2018 #6 Share Posted March 8, 2018 I would go when the dates are convenient for you. Pricing will vary throughout the year on hotels far more then the weather. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruckerDave Posted March 8, 2018 #7 Share Posted March 8, 2018 If you are going to spend time in the islands other than cruising maybe consider other islands besides Oahu. Inter-island flights are cheap and numerous. Going to the top of Mauna Kea (when there is no moon) and seeing the stars is amazing. Being a Volcanos national park at sunset is an experience as well. Just a couple examples on the big island and the crowds won't be nearly as bad as on Oahu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cccole Posted March 8, 2018 #8 Share Posted March 8, 2018 What a great family trip. My preference is August because the water is a few degrees warmer, and I like to keep the best of summer until the last. A trip to Hawaii would be a great way to end summer. The Aulani will be busy all summer, especially weekends but they do a pretty good job of accommodating everyone. I agree with Silver Sweethearts that doing Oahu before your cruise would be nice. Let us know what you decide. Cherie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted March 8, 2018 #9 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Our family loved going in June! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdcsgirl Posted March 9, 2018 Author #10 Share Posted March 9, 2018 If you haven't thought about it already, consider spending some time on Oahu pre-cruise to help with the jet lag when you arrive here. Is being on land going to ease the jet lag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted March 9, 2018 #11 Share Posted March 9, 2018 Our older daughter's family is leaving for a cruise to Hawaii tomorrow. I'll let you know about March when they return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted March 9, 2018 #12 Share Posted March 9, 2018 Is being on land going to ease the jet lag? Silver Sweethearts was suggesting you get there early, stay somewhere to get over the jetlag before your cruise. Staying on land or sea doesn't affect how you deal with jetlag. But I don't think you will get the most out of your cruise if you get on the ship jetlagged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted March 9, 2018 #13 Share Posted March 9, 2018 Our older daughter's family is leaving for a cruise to Hawaii tomorrow. I'll let you know about March when they return. Am finishing an 11 day stay on Maui tomorrow. Hawaii is always great, and it is far better than cold at home, but have to say it was the coolest of our 25+ visits. Very little rain, but more than normal wind, and temps in the middle 70s. Even the locals are bundled up. They also had a pretty wet...above average February. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orffwego Posted April 8, 2018 #14 Share Posted April 8, 2018 We went in early August last year and had no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerelmx Posted April 14, 2018 #15 Share Posted April 14, 2018 We are on a B2B2B Vancouver-Hawaii-Vancouver-Los Angeles Sept/Oct 2019, have a friend at Honolulu, I asked about the weather, she tell me it's the best time to come I'm waiting for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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