HELLO
i’m jenny
I’m the blogger and photographer behind The Kai Life. A hopeless beach destination lover with a passion for simple, joyful well-being – I created this space to share my love for coastal destinations and lifestyle, hoping to inspire a little more joy, balance, sunshine – and your next trip!
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The ocean has always felt like home to me. There’s something in me that shifts the moment that I step my feet onto the sand – grounding and relaxation instantly set in. I just can’t get enough!
Growing up, some of my favorite childhood memories were family trips to the beach – long days filled with sandy, splashy play, followed by evenings of ice cream and laughter.
My passion for tropical coastal destinations really started during a trip to Hawaii, where I met my mother-in-law for the first time. I was so inspired by her deep curiosity, appreciation and support for the Hawaiian culture, and the way that she honored the islands.
During later trips, my husband and I got engaged and then married at Tunnels Beach on Kauai. We named our son Kai, which means “ocean” in Hawaiian. Now we find that we seek out the coast every time we plan a getaway! It’s our dream to move to the beach someday.
As an experienced traveler, I love to share detailed guides, itineraries, photos, and blogs about the coastal destinations that I fall in love with, to inspire others to take that beach trip.
Being near the waters is so healing physically, mentally and emotionally. It’s a place where you can lean into the slow life for much needed self care time, for iconic family fun, for adventures, or for a romantic getaway.
I’ve learned that when I prioritize balanced wellness in my life, I feel my very best. Years of yoga practice & teaching, as well as a nutritionally conscious, plant-based lifestyle has taught me the importance of self-care, and I cherish sharing simple wellness inspired by and rooted in some of the places I’ve visited.
My hope is that The Kai Life makes visiting some of my favorite destinations more accessible to you. I am so glad that you’re here, and would love to hear from you if you have any questions or want to chat about beachy spots
IF YOUR SOUL FEELS INSTANTLY AT HOME WHEN YOU’RE AT THE BEACH
you’re in the right place, sister.
everything to soak up the sun
what you’ll find on the kai life
The Kai Life is a blog dedicated to inspiring coastal getaways for wellness lovers! I’ve been checking coastal destinations off my bucket list for over 15 years.
Here you will find everything you need to soak up the sun – tropicoastal itineraries, reviews, curated self care getaways, exclusive deals, expert tips, travel guides and more – with an uplifting focus on wellness.
And for those times when you can’t be near the waves, I truly hope that The Kai Life fills your feed and inbox with sunshine.
some favorite coastal destinations
hawaii
puerto rico
belize
WANDERLUST
where i’ve traveled + my bucket list
I LOVE to travel to new places and to get another stamp on my passaporto (I always picture Julia Roberts in Eat, Pray, Love saying this in an Italian accent!), return to favorite destinations over and over again, immerse myself in learning about different cultures, and take in the world.
My favorite way to travel is to stay in a destination for at least a few weeks. We homeschool Kai and love to approach the world as his classroom, learning the history, the language, different ways of life.
My family and I have goals of visiting so many places around the world. I love to keep a bucket list of the spots I dream of traveling to – checking them off is the most incredible feeling.
Below is a list of the places I’ve been and have expertise in (crossed off!) and the islands and coastal spots that are on our bucket list (it’s ever-growing!). See the map and list below ::
This map shows a list of everywhere I’ve traveled, and every spot on my bucket list!
