I’ve always wanted to go to Hawaii – it’s one of the many places on my bucket list. I’m determined to get there one day.  I was even more intrigued recently when I ran across information on the Hilton Waikoloa Village featuring a family friendly Ocean Explorer package.

Here’s the scoop directly from the folks at the Hilton Waikoloa Village –

Available now through Dec. 31, 2011, starting from $264 per room, per night for a four-night stay for two adults and two children, the Ocean Explorer package starts with Hilton Serenity accommodations and welcome amenity kids backpacks filled with essential exploring gear such as an underwater camera and ocean fish guide card for use in the snorkeling lagoon, coloring book & Dol-fun activity book, dolphin key chain and keepsake Rubbah Slippah magnets and more.

Two adult and two children explorers also receive a daily full breakfast buffet and a one-time Ocean Sports glass bottom boat cruise of Anaeho’omalu Bay where an underwater world is waiting to be discovered. The included “Things-To-Do” Keiki Brochure, Club Keiki Brochure and Art Tour guide provide a wealth of ideas for other ways to explore and learn about Hilton Waikoloa Village and Hawaii Island.

For each Ocean Explorer package booked between now and December 31, 2011 – the Hilton Waikoloa will donate 10,000 Hilton HHonors Bonus Points to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.  Plus, Hilton HHonors will match the donation for a grand total of 20,000 donated Points.  I love this simple way of giving back to families in need.

For more information, check out www.HiltonWaikoloaVillage.com to learn about upcoming promotions and events.

Have you ever visited Hawaii?  If so, what are some of your favorite memories from your time there?

** I received no compensation for this post.  I’m sharing this information with you because I think it sounds like a fantastic adventure for a family vacation.  Maybe one day I’ll get to Hawaii myself! **