Family beach vacations are the perfect time to gather your loved ones. Most families with kiddos will plan a quiet day, so the little ones are rested and able to stay up for the Magic Hour of light, the hour before sunset. On portrait day practice less sun and more AC. And if there is an incentive aka bribe, especially with sugar; please plan for it after the session rather than before or during, it is much appreciated. On Kiawah, we start in the green spaces and then make our way to the beach when the light is just right.