We traveled to Hawaii (Oahu, Maui and the Big Island) in May 2019 for our first wedding anniversary and had the best time! Read below for my Big Island travel itinerary and recommendations!
WHERE TO STAY
Kona Seaside Hotel in Kailua-Kona, HI: We loved this hotel because of its convenient location and was budget friendly
WHERE TO EAT/DRINK
● Splashers Grill for drinks
● Island Lava Java for brunch
● Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine for lunch and drinks
● Kona Wave Cafe for acai bowls
● Big Island Brewhaus for local craft beer and occasional live music
● Paradise Brewing Co. Tap and Grill for brunch
● Huggo’s restaurant for waterfront dining
WHAT TO DO
● Kealakekua Bay and Two Step Beach for swimming, snorkeling and lava rocks
● Explore unique black sand beaches at: Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and/or Isaac Kepookalani Hale Beach
● Visit End of the World for a short hike, cliff diving and beautiful sunset views
● Hike to Narnia Falls for viewing and swimming in multiple waterfalls
● Visit Rainbow Falls
● Visit Kaumana Caves for Cave Hiking
● Uncle Robert’s Awa Bar and Farmers Market for live music and shopping local
● Hike Puu Makela and/or Kohala Forest Reserve
● Walk around downtown Kailua and Kailua Pier for beautiful views
● Mahai’ula Beach for sunbathing and swimming
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