FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
Fly Chicago

Head to Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort for Fun and Festive Programming

by Aoife O'Riordan

Nov 10, 2023

© Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Destinations / North America

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort launches brand-new, festive programming for family travelers to take part in this season. The recently opened property unveils its inaugural programming, complete with a myriad of activities to get all into the holiday spirit.

 

Celebrations begin this month, encouraging guests to embrace the spirit of family through an exciting list of experiences for visitors of all ages.

 

accommodations

© Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

This season, expect:

  • Traditional Hawaiian Lūʻau, enchanting guests with music, dance and storytelling
  • A Paniolo Night (Dec. 21), paying homage to the unique Hawaii’an cowboy heritage and barbecue heritage of the Big Island
  • Special Thanksgiving Day feasts designed by the property’s world-class culinary team
  • Daily experiences beginning each morning by honoring traditional Hawai’ian practices with a canoe paddle or traditional Hawai’ian sunrise chant
  • Family-friendly classes both educating and celebrating the vibrant Hawai’ian spirit through hula, lei making, ukulele workshops and more
  • Christmas market where guests can explore handcrafted treasures from local vendors
  • Santa appearing on Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Eve celebrations ushering in 2024

 

The Thanksgiving Day feasts at Kahuwai Cookhouse and Moana focus on family and community, with family-style dishes and three carving stations slated for the dinner. 

 

guestroom

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Holiday festivities at the property continue Dec. 21–Jan. 1, 2024, with a daily menu of immersive experiences spanning wellness, culinary experiences and cultural activities. Even the resort’s Keiki Club for children will include daily Christmas carols, storytelling hours and a gingerbread house contest. 

 

New Year’s Eve celebrations culminate with fireworks, traditional Hawai’ian fire knife dances and music.

#WhereverFamily

Insta Feed
Slideshow
Nov 23, 2023

6 Pies from Around the World to Try on Family Travels

It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through these pies from around the world, and maybe you’ll be inspired to take that next trip for a delicious slice.

Unearth Seoul’s Hidden Gems

Filled with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, Seoul invites travelers to unearth its many gems, and Seoul Tourism Organization is here to help travelers do just that. Through thoughtfully created initiatives like the Theme Tourism County Competition, Seoul Tourism Organization works closely with local districts to identify and showcase what makes each district unique and charming in all seasons.

Travel Tips
Nov 22, 2023

New Hilton Report Shows What All Ages Want from Travel

Trying to plan a multigen trip? You may anticipate trouble finding a travel destination, activities and more to appeal to every member of your crew. However, a new report from Hilton found there are certain experiences all travelers want right now, regardless of generation.

Multigenerational
Nov 21, 2023

10 Resorts & Hotels Around the World with Festive Celebrations 2023, Part 2

With the holiday season upon us, resorts all over the world pull out all the stops to bring the joy of the holidays to family travelers of all ages. Here are five more resorts to check out this holiday season:

Interior Upgrades Begin Rolling Out Across United Fleet

United Airlines is in the midst of a major initiative to modernize its fleet over the next several years. After first announcing the plan in 2021, planes fitted with United’s signature interior are finally beginning to appear across the airline’s narrowbody fleet of Boeing and Airbus planes. United flyers are sure to notice these enhancements from the moment they step on board: Each new or updated plane sports remodeled seats, seatback entertainment screens for everyone, Bluetooth connectivity and more, all adding up to a better experience on every journey.

Multigenerational
Nov 17, 2023

Perfect Holiday Gifts for Travelers on Etsy

When searching for unique gifts for family travelers, Etsy is a good place to begin. A marketplace of online shops owned by craftspeople and collectors, Etsy is filled with handcrafted works in all mediums, often one-of-a-kind or custom-made. It’s like an open studio, a place to share the latest creations directly to people who appreciate handcrafted things.