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Teshima’s Restaurant, Kona Eats Hawaii

I was smitten from the moment we walked into this old school Japanese eatery. Many Japanese people immigrated to Hawaii and brought their wonderful culture with them, fusing it with Hawaiian traditions, making a unique blend. Dining at Teshima’s [79-7251 … Continue reading

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Waialea Beach, Big Island Hawaii

Many people choose to split their time on Big Island between the Hilo and Kona sides. Our itinerary was already crazy because we would be visiting three different islands so we wanted to keep everything as simple as possible, just … Continue reading

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‘Akaka Falls, Big Island Hawaii

See a stunning waterfall and brilliantly beautiful natural scenes while walking comfortably on a smooth path? Yes please. A visit to ‘Akaka Falls [875 Akaka Falls Road, Honomu, HI 96728] is what I call a seriously fancy nature walk. Even … Continue reading

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Moon and Turtle, Hilo

One faithful night we had what was easily our best meal on Big Island, and quite possibly one of the best on Hawaii, or anywhere else for that matter! Moon and Turtle [51 Kalakaua St Hilo, HI 96720] is a … Continue reading

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Hilo Parks: Liliuokalani Gardens, Coconut Island, & Wailoa River

Want to take an early morning stroll, have some extra time before dinner? There are some lovely little parks right in the city of Hilo for your enjoyment. If you have some extra time between your big events of the … Continue reading

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Suisan Fish Market, Hilo

Poke is quite possibly my favorite food on earth. I first discovered its wonder on Oahu last year at Tanioka’s, and have been addicted ever since. Raw cubes of fresh fish marinated in all sorts of goodies served on a … Continue reading

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Shop at Big Island Candies, Hilo

From the minute you walk in the door, the friendly staff at Big Island Candies [585 Hinano St Hilo, HI 96720] will offer you samples and you are free to discover them down the aisles as well. Taste test around … Continue reading

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Rainbow Falls, Boiling Pots, & Pe’epe’e Falls in Hilo

Waterfalls are one of those magical Hawaiian elements, along with rainbows and poke, but let’s stay focused. There are so many waterfalls on the islands, you could spend your whole vacation chasing them and never run out! Even if you don’t … Continue reading

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Hilo Farmers Market, Big Island

I almost didn’t go thinking ‘oh, it’s just another farmers market.” I was only on Big Island for five days and there is so much to do, so much to see, and I’ve been to farmers markets before. I am … Continue reading

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