Get a glimpse of how pineapples are grown at the Dole Plantation! You’ll definitely want to bring money for the cute, stuffed pineapple plushies, and the delicious Dole Whip.
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Hitting up Electric Beach and a beautiful lu’au at Paradise Cove
We wanted to experience a lu’au at least once, so we chose Paradise Cove on the west coast of Oahu where we would be able to view a sunset also in the evening. Before the lu’au however, we stopped by Electric Beach, and drove up and down Highway 93.
Byodo-In Temple, a Japanese Buddhist temple located on Oahu in Hawaii
The Byodo-In Temple in Oahu is actually just a replica of the Byodoin in Japan. Situated in the Valley of Temples, it’s tucked in all the way near the back with the Ko’olau Range in the background.
Getting to know the plant life at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden
Built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer and spanning over 400 acres, the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden is a picturesque area to get lost in while learning about the tropical plant life.
From here to eternity, Halona Blowhole & Beach Cove!
There wasn’t much of a blowhole to checkout, but the beach cove was gorgeous! As seen in the James Bond movie, “From Here to Eternity”, the beach cove is also known as “Eternity Beach”.
Early morning snorkeling at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve!
Woke up early to beat the crowds to Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and snorkel for a few hours under the hot Hawaiian sun. Gets even better when admission and parking is free!
Hiking up to Makapu’u Point on the Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail
Enjoyed an early morning hike up to Makapu’u Point using the Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail. Unfortunately, the part of the trail that leads to the lighthouse was closed off. Still a great hike with wonderful views!
One of the best beaches in Hawaii, Waimanalo Beach!
For the remainder of our vacation, we decided to stay at an Airbnb that went right up against Waimanalo Beach. It was finally time to start experiencing the real Hawaii!
Catching glimpses of white sand beaches from Makapu’u Lookout!
Making our way to Waimanalo with a stop at Makapu’u Lookout. Breathtaking views of Makapu’u Beach Park, Waimanalo Beach in the distance, and a couple of islands out in the ocean waters!
Stopping at Sandy Beach on our way to Waimanalo!
Windy day as we headed off to Waimanalo as you see waves after waves crashing unto land. We decided to check things out closer so we took a short break at Sandy Beach after rounding out Koko Crater to the south.