Jeff Gitlin

During Covid-19 a lot of parents are keeping their children home and home schooling them. Believe it or not we have a lot of guest that stay for extended period of times while they are home schooling their children, traveling around from our different resorts. Our Activities Team  wants to help you with your home-schooling

Are the little ones feeling a little lonely during bedtime? Are you in need of a present for a baby shower? Or perhaps you just want to surprise your girlfriend with a cute and thoughtful present? Well, our Cuddle Buddies are the perfect furry friend for your loved ones. Our furry friends love going on

The Kukui Nut tree or Candlenut tree was first brought over to Hawaii by the Polynesians in their canoes. Once used by Royal Chiefs and the Ali’i in Hawaii, the Kukui Nut played an important role in Hawaiian culture and lifestyle. Ancient Hawaiians used the Kukui Nuts for multi-functional purposes. The wood produced by these

Are you trying to relive the family memories of game night? Or were you to “young” to beat your older siblings? Or do you still want to show why you are considered top dog? Well come down to our Grand Room and play our classic game of Giant Jenga. The game that anyone has a

The Ukulele was first introduced in Hawaii in 1879. The early Portuguese immigrants that came to work in the sugar plantation were the first to introduce the instrument. Migrants brought to Hawaii an instrument called the “Machete” and the Hawaiians created their version of that which is now known as the Ukulele. The Ukulele in

When you visit Hawaii, you will most likely hear the name “Pele” pronounced “Peh-Le”. She is also referred to as “Madame Pele” or “Tutu Pele” for respect. She is also known as “Pelehonuamea” which means “she who shapes the sacred land” and is the goddess of fire and volcanoes. According to Hawaiian Legend, Pele is

One of our fan favorite activities is our Bean Bag Toss. It is a great activity for everyone, from the little ones who just enjoy throwing bags to teenagers who tend to spend too much time on their phones to even the dads who love to talk about the good old days at college football

Name That Tune Karaoke Name That Tune and Karaoke are two classic activities that many of our resorts put on. So many of our guest love that friendly competition of Name That Tune and they also love hearing their family members sing their hearts during our Karaoke nights. Well, our new activity, Name That Tune

 A fun souvenir to take home from Hawaii is a set of Hawaiian Soap created by You. You can choose the shape, color, and scent of the soap you want to make. Each soap set contains about 2-5 soaps depending on the size. These scents will remind you of your vacation here in Hawaii and

When we began Paradise Activity Company almost eleven years ago now, the first place we worked was at the Suites of Fall Creek. I think I spent the entire summer in Branson. It was a lot of hard work to get the first Activity Center going but it was fun, challenging, hot, humid, I was

The green sea turtle in Hawaii is called Honu in Hawaiian. The honu is frequently seen on the shores or shallow coastal waters in Hawaii. These green sea turtles are the most common indigenous species found in Hawaii. These turtles have a lifespan similar to humans and can live up to 80 years old. Sea

Sock snowmen is a craft and activity that can be enjoyed by nearly all ages. These snowmen, or snow people are a cute little addition to anyone’s holiday décor and bring a little bit of winter to our tropical area. We hold the craft in the clubhouse lobby so we can enjoy our creations in