HELLO
i’m jenny
I’m the blogger and photographer behind The Kai Life. A hopeless beach 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!
if your soul feels instantly at home when you’re at the beach
you’re in the right place, sister.
The ocean has always felt like home to me … there’s just something in me that shifts the moment that I step my feet onto the sand – grounding and relaxation instantly set in.
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!
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 with others.
everything to soak up the sun
what you’ll find on the kai life
The Kai Life is a blog dedicated to inspiring your next coastal getaway! Here, you will find everything you need to soak up the sun – tropicoastal itineraries, reviews, deals 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 with sunshine.
Just A LITTLE
more about me …
Most days, when I’m not at the beach, you can find me … homeschooling my son & working next to my husband and fur babies in comfy sweats!
A favorite beach read I recommend to everyone is… Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert.
When I’m not busy blogging, you can catch me… taking walks with Kai, being a wanna-be vegan foodie, hanging with my husband, trying new teas, catching some girlfriend time and doing yoga or pilates.
My favorite breakfast is… I love a good brunch but most mornings I’m making a smoothie!
My favorite beach memory is… dipping Kai’s toes in the ocean for the first time in San Diego CA when he was 9 months old.
My favorite beach is… oh my goodness SO many but a couple top favorites are Tunnels Beach on Kauai (we got engaged and married on this beach!), and Kailua Beach on Oahu.
A surprising fact about me is… I’m also a professional EDM DJ, J|Adore. I’ve been DJing house and bass music since 2008! My husband and son are also DJs, and we have several businesses in the DJ world. I’ve also taught yoga for over a decade., my absolute favorite style to share with others is yin yoga.
The last show I binge-watched was… This Is Us – totally obsessed!