Things to Do on the Big Island’s Kona Coast for the Day: our perfect Hawaii day

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

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[@dckyle]

Just got back from an eight day delightful and rejuvenating trip with my family to the Island of Hawai'i. Thanks to your awesome itinerary, we comfortably did the North Kohala, Kohala Coast, and South Kona Beaches & Coffee days (even mentioned to Hala Tree Coffee how we found out about them and they were thrilled). Thanks again for the AMAZING recommendations. The value you added to our trip was really great. Two Step snorkeling was incredible, and we also found Honoka'ope Bay (Beach 49 off the very rugged Fishermen’s Trail) and Waialea Beach (which competes with Hideaways Beach on Kaua’i for coolest tucked away beach I’ve seen) to be a close second and third for most fun we had snorkeling. Can't wait to try out another island using your advice again!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much Kyle! Glad to hear your vacation went so well. Well done on finding some new places too and thanks for keeping us in mind for your next island!

[@bobmclennan1727]

Two-Step is an absolute, no argument, can't-miss destination if you're on the Big Island and want to go snorkeling. We made time for it after you guys recommended it in a previous video last year, and we're very grateful. We've been to (and enjoyed) Capt Cook's, Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, and other snorkel spots in Hawaii, but nothing compares to our morning at Two-Step. In addition to the massive schools of colorful fish, we saw a moray eel, convict fish, turtles, sandpipers in the tide polls, an enormous eagle ray (there's a short video of it on my channel,) and an octopus! It was like being inside a giant saltwater aquarium. Thanks again for recommending it.

[@seanwatkins6365]

Awesome video! Thank you for the very informative video, I'm going to show this to our family group that is going to the BI next month for 8 days. Can't Wait!! Mahalo.

[@poohtiggs4]

My family recently returned home from our Hawaii vacation. I watched many of your videos. They were all so helpful. Our favorite activities were all on the Big Island- Kilauea, manta ray night snorkeling, Two Steps, and The National Historical Monument. We stayed at the Outrigger and it was amazing. Thanks for all the great tips.

[@karabrimhall]

Thank you! Going to Kona soon and all your tips are very helpful.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a wonderful trip!! Kona food truck park is on Friday nights behind Tony Honda in Kailua-Kona.

[@windsongdesigns6655]

The Big Island looks beautiful. Hope to visit sometime. Henry is getting so big and Edith is so cute. Glad grandparents are able to visit and help out. Hi from Canada

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha! Hope you can visit too someday. It was great having my parents come out. We keep them on the run all day!

[@scidav87]

This video is perfect, the big island is much different than we originally expected and this would have been good to know

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

There is a lot to see and varied terrain just on the Kona Coast. It is hard to capture in just one day but we tried to show a lot. Sounds like you have another trip to plan!

[@rollercoasterfweak]

Thanks for mentioning Ola this time around! It's so awesome. Kaloko Fishpond and the Pu'ukohola Heiau are also worth seeing on the west side regarding the free national parks. The fishpond beach is awesome for easy access and less crowds. If anyone is doing the 1871 trail in the Pu'uhonua o Honaunau national park, make sure you have the correct hiking shoes. The rock paths there and some near Kaloko fish pond are rough. If anyone is also daring, hear there's a cool butcher shop in Waimea besides Big Island Brewhaus close enough to the Heiau.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing those tips! We go the national historical parks every trip. Such wonderful places to preserve and learn the history.

[@gin394ify]

Going to Kona in August Thanks for the heads up on places to visit. Mahalo nui loa 🌺

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip Virginia!

[@rabbitclos6063]

Going to Kona this month! Thank you for the tips

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great time! check out our free Big Island Guide for more info: thehawaiivacationguide.com/hawaii-big-island-travel-guide/

[@Soulman6969]

CONGRATULATIONS ON THE NEW BABY!!!!!

[@GunnerJunior]

Perfect timing! Watching this from the Tuk Tuk Food Truck in Volcano (which we found thanks to your earlier video) - on our way to Kona tonight for the rest of the week!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a great rest of your trip! Enjoy Kona!

[@colt45d]

Love the videos! loved snorkeling in both places two steps and cooks. Super great to see people out and about again.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

good to hear from you again! I hope you can come back to Hawaii soon.

[@GoBuddieGo]

Makes me smile people traveling out here to enjoy my home state. This video got me missing home, just wish it wasn’t so expensive out there but it is what it is.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching from afar! Hope you can go back soon.

[@billhobartclairvoyantmedium]

It’s so great to see the entire family, Edie is beautiful and Henry is growing sooo quick.🙏❤️🙏

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

i know, getting so big! Both of them. Edie keeps growing out of her clothes. It makes packing hard for all the upcoming summer travel.

[@wnmech6495]

Three years ago on our last trip to Maui we flew over to the Big Island for the day into Hilo and we had reserved a helicopter tour of the volcano then landing at a coffee plantation for a tour but Mother Nature made it rain so we drove by close to the volcano then drove to one of the coffee plantations for our own tour I don’t remember the plantation name now but it had great coffee and very informative tour. Great video.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

it is hard to go wrong with farm tours in Hawaii! we love them. Better luck with the weather next time!

[@wildcard3942]

I like that you said the mineral based sunscreen is what they believe for now that works for the reef. There’s too many people out there making absolutes and then finding out it changes.

[@adamlamberti1805]

You do a lot of videos on Maui but I am so happy to see one on the big island. The family and I are choosing to visit Kona next year. Love your channel, always hit like and share!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

More Big Island videos coming out from our March trip. See our Big Island playlist for all the action. We love our visits there for all the stuff to do and space to roam. Have a great trip to Kona and thanks for sharing!

[@mlreed328]

You all make such great videos. Love it.

[@cdez8486]

I wish I could tag along on your Hawaii adventures!

[@alisafoster2268]

this is another great guide, thank you!! Also, where is your one piece suit from? Its so pretty.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! The suit is from Rip Curl!

[@sleepandeatwell6931]

Aloha! We LOVE your videos & Erica I LOVE your bathing suit! Can you tell me who makes it? Mahalo in advance & keep up the amazing content!!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much!! It is a Rip Curl bathing suit. They should still have it in stock. Thanks for watching our videos!

[@doranlopez2998]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Agreed! Super flattering! I want to buy that suit :)

[@MikeCanuck]

Do you ever snorkel with contacts Jordan? Just wondering if it works as an option over buying a prescription mask. You guys should see if the Get Wet Store would be willing to do a video with you on how to choose snorkel gear. Always nice to see Edith make an appearance in your videos! She is so cute, and always puts a smile on my face. 😊

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I snorkeled all the time with contacts as this was my first Rx pair. Didn’t know they could make them with my vision. It is nice not having to wear my contacts for the beach all the time now. I like that idea for a video. Thanks for the comment and ideas Mike!

[@mikesherman6300]

you guys are awesome!!!!!! and you have a new member of you fam...... 🥰🥰🥰

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

E Komo Mai to the ohana

[@TropicalDestinationsChannel]

Great vlog.🌴😎🤙

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching Darlene! Vlog videos are fun to make and edit. I'm glad you liked it.

[@MrGobenaath]

I have been seeing ur videos since I planned for Hawaii vacation 9 months back. it is helpful. I am visiting with my family of 4 to Oahu and Kona in 3 weeks for 5 days each island. we don't know swimming, do u recommend good shallow snorkeling places in Oahu and Kona. I also see a nice message in this video, u got second kid😊 . Congrats!!!

[@jessicasantellanes8287]

Kikaua Point Park is a must.... Beautiful beach with no waves.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha, fully agree with Jessica, Kikaua Point is the best for kids. It is in our Big Island best beaches video. Oahu snorkeling that is shallow is shark's cove and Kuilima. Both on the north shore and good in the summer.

[@MrGobenaath]

Thankyou for ur guidance

[@jessicasantellanes8287]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide I will be at Maui vacationing with family on July 29th. I have a one night stay with a deeply discounted rate for Marriott Wailea or the Ritz for you and the fam to use. Message me for info.

[@pamelaross9930]

Thoughts are with you during this devastating time for Maui.

[@bobmclennan1727]

Here's something I wish we'd known about the Big Island, especially the Kona region as you head south: the main roads for travel are all at a decent elevation, so getting to any shoreline spots involves traveling down some very twisty, sometimes steep, always narrow side streets. We'd decided to splurge on a convertible for our time on the island, which ended up being a Mustang. It was a blast to drive on main roads and highways, but navigating those twisty side streets (with zero shoulder) was terrifying. That car's giant front end always felt like it was about to tip right over the side of every curve. I think next time we'll opt for a Jetta.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That's great about the Mustang. Those are huge cars. At least the views are good as you traverse the volcano!

[@MadMax31577]

Excellent advice 👍🏻

[@jessikahprince9639]

Hello my name is Prince I have been following your channel for the past 8mos straight and first off THANK YOU SO MUCH for the great insight you give. It's truly amazing and appreciated. Now I need you help 😃.... Please respond when you get a chance. Thanks in advance!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching for so long. Shoot us an email as it is hard to follow up on comment replies. Our email is in our about section and on our website. Mahalo!

[@eprohoda]

guy! this is well .

[@ALee-cb6zn]

I know you guys do lots of videos on the popular islands, but the big island doesn’t get enough attention for all their great dreamy spots.

[@sabrinaruiz6575]

Love your videos and they were a huge help in planning our trip last year to Maui and Oahu! We are planning our trip to the Big Island in October and want to rent a Jeep from Big Island Jeep Rental. If you have a referral code we would be happy to use it to help support your channel!

[@jdoltd9934]

Hi, Love your vids! Im headed to the Big Island in July and I heard that Waipio valley is closed? is this true?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Waipio Valley closed in March. All tours canceled as we were planning on going in March. A civil assessment said it was unsafe but it is turning into a contentious issue on the Hamakua Coast.

[@uncoilinglist]

I went to Black Rock last week and unfortunately their patio is pretty much closed for good. The sign on the door says, "patio is closed for the unforeseeable future - needs updates" But the pepperoni rolls were so delicious we had them twice!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

oh no! thanks for letting us know! I hope they can get it repaired but glad you got to visit for the food!

[@rachelh6826]

I'm still gong through all of your content (it's great!), so I may have missed this, but: have you put together any guide videos on things to do on Hawaii with kids? Especially since you have young kids, I think it would be incredibly helpful for a lot of families, and I'm always looking for more tips for when we go with our 4 year old daughter :) Mahalo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching Rachel. We have this video on Maui: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGmahKOObM2sgM0 and this on Oahu: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZTad3Wkf7KIpZo Here is our article on Maui for more stuff to do at different ages:thehawaiivacationguide.com/things-to-do-in-maui-with-kids/ We are planning more but also, we don't get a lot of interest on such videos.

[@donjohnson1830]

Love your videos! FYI it’s Two Step, not Two steps.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks Don!

[@oozification]

Sea urchins must be mentioned at two steps , they might get you if you do not launch from correct place

[@FrenchFifi65]

Erica! I love your suit! Can you share who makes it?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That is her Rip Curl suit! thanks for asking

[@FrenchFifi65]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thanks for sharing! My husband and I returned from a trip to Maui and thanks to your tips, we had a fantastic time! Keep up the good work:)

[@stevewilkinson5497]

We are travelling to Hawaii next month. We are super excited. However, we have noticed in our travel documentation that a couple of our Hotels are going to charge us a cleaning fee locally? Ranging from $200 - $500. We have never heard of or experienced charges like this before anywhere in the world. What do you know about these charges Thanks Steve

[@kissycatkween2154]

Thanks for this! We are going to Kona soon and LOVE that we will have vegan brekky options. What was the name of that place that had vegan pop tarts?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Happy Heart Kona! It has good coffee and is a great location right before Kealakekua Town.

[@samanthahymer3018]

Would you recomend swim socks with the flippers?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

we haven't used them but some flippers fit better with them. Snorkel rental stores will fit you without swim socks

[@rosycspencer]

I saw you snorkeling deep with your gear. Does your snorkel gear allow you to breathe in the water? I didn't know you could breathe in the water with a common snorkel gear. Is there a special type of gear yo are using?

[@GODFAMILYCOUNTRY7]

Do you have a travel agency or booking agency you advise for first timers to Hawaii?

[@asiatibbs-palmer9769]

I am going to Kailua Kona area next month for a family vacation. I will also be pregnant during the time. What water activities would you suggest that are pregnant friendly. I have seen a lot of boat tours mention “no expecting mothers” which is a bummer.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha, thanks for the question. Even an outrigger canoe tour may not recommend expectant mothers. Call kayak companies or glass bottom boat tours but I'm not sure they will recommend you go either. Perhaps best to enjoy on the beach!

[@13ChroniclesOfDagger]

wow, you've lost a lot of wait! congrats 🎉

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks so much! it has been a journey

[@wizirbyman]

what are your thoughts on traveling to hawaii as of late? been seeing a lot of news articles about people demanding tourists stop coming because it's ruining the economy / contributing to gentrification =/. I really want to go sometime this summer but feel really conflicted.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

As is the right thing to do when one travels anywhere, it is important to travel with respect to the people, local culture, and the land. The majority welcome visitors to the island with the aloha spirit. There is a vocal minority that is loud on social media. Travel with kindness, and you will get that here.

[@honeal]

Erica, super cute swimsuit in this video!! Where’s it from?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks Helene! It is from Rip Curl.

[@mineblown2295]

hey yall I heard from a few people that there are an abundance of job opportunities on the big island. I plan to relocate to the big island and I'm looking for any type of full time job. What's your view on the the job market over there

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It depends on the job you're looking for but there are a good number of jobs available. The hard part is finding a place to rent or buy right now.

[@mineblown2295]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide i'm open to any job that offers full time. I'wanna apply for all type of jobs such as a housekeeper, hotel room attendant, dishwasher, warehouse worker, or a general laborer.. Any of these type of jobs. I've got some money saved up and I'm gonna stay in an Airbnb first. Meanwhile I'be looking for a room in a shared apartment which I think would be easier to find than to find my own apartment, plus it's less expensive that way.

[@jeffwillmitt5764]

To many commercials!

[@russelapalafox1314]

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[@michaelmiller2475]

what do they do to make a living ? all this cost ……..just saying