Kailua-Kona
We had a relaxing three days in Kailua-Kona only slightly spoiled by bad weather but more than compensated for by some of the best snorkeling ever.
The Big Island
Chain of Craters Road
The Chain of Craters Road exceeded our expectations, and we have high expectations for scenic drives in national parks!
Lava Viewing
While in Hawaii we had the rare opportunity to see lava flowing into the sea. So we did! Do it if you get the chance. It’s mesmerizing.
Kilauea Iki Hike
The Kilauea Iki hike goes down into a crater, across the barren floor, then up the other side. It’s starkly beautiful.
Papakolea Green Sand Beach
The Big Island has a rare green sand beach that’s a nice stop on the coast road to Volcano.
Volcanoes National Park
Volcano is a small village outside Volcanoes National Park. We drove there via the coast road from Captain Cook. We spent two nights and our days were packed.
Honaunau
We enjoyed getting into the vacation spirit by visiting the Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historic Park on our first afternoon.
South Kona Coast
We spent a night in Captain Cook at the historic Manago Hotel on our first night in Hawaii. It was a great way to ease into vacation mode.