Fun things in Oahu
Eat & Drink
- Kalapawai Cafe
- If you make it over to our side of the island, this is the best spot in Kailua for a glass of wine and the fresh fish special. Also try the wild mushroom gnocchi.
- Steak Rave
- If you've visited us here, there’s a chance we've fed you Steak Noodles from Steak Rave. Although you'd never think to order steak from inside a liquor store, the food is fantastic and a truly local experience. We also may know the owner by name….
- Nalu
- Acai bowl lovers, you'll be happy to know there are locations in Kailua and Honolulu! Try any of their juices or the Ahi tuna wrap (it's my fav!) Matt thinks this is the best acai bowl on the island.
- Boston's Pizza
- New York style pizza didn't make it across the Pacific, but Boston style Pizza did? Still can't figure this one out, but it's the best pizza on the island. Slices the size of your face.
- Island Snow
- President Obama gets his shaved ice here! Try it with macadamia nut ice cream on the bottom!
Hikes
- Lanikai Pillbox
- These two pillboxes overlook the Mokes, the twin islands just off the shore in Kailua. This hike is worth getting up early to watch the sunrise.
- Pu'u Ma'eli'eli Pillbox
- Located in Kaneohe, finding the start of this trail is the hardest part. The end of the hike offers views of the entire bay and the reefs.
- Maunawili Falls
- This one will get muddy! However, the end of the hike is worth it with a fun waterfall that you can jump off.
Swim
- Kailua Beach Park
- Our beaches, our side of the island. White sands, blue waters. Paddle out to Flat Island or the Mokes and enjoy the views.
Explore
- Kualoa Ranch
- Get Jurassic with it and take a tour of movie sets, or atv through the valleys. One of the most awe-inspiring views of the Kualoa Mountain Range.
- Kailua
- Where we live! This little town is home for a reason. Full of shops, restaurants, and right by the beach. Rent a bike and go exploring.