Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

ALOHA! When you think of visiting Hawaii, your mind probably jumps to white sand beaches, sunny skies, tropical drinks, and all the palm trees. Mine did anyways. A trip to the Big Island will challenge all of those beliefs. The Big Island is home to the rainiest town in all of the United States, Volcano National Park, foresty views and hikes, and don’t worry, some sunny beaches! It’s truly an adventure-lovers paradise with so many diverse adventures and finds. This guide will show you how to spend ONE WEEKEND on the Big Island. This ultimate 3-day Big Island itinerary will make planning your Hawaiian adventure EASY! What's Inside? 1 Day at Volcanoes National Park: 8 Stops 1 Day in Hilo: 7 stops 1 Day in Kona: 4 Stops + Restaurant and hotel ideas and insider tips at each stop!

We've spent close to 2 months on the Big Island of Hawaii and loved every minute! All of our favorite restaurants, beaches, tours, and places to stay that we've discovered through local tips and tested ourselves. Even the best place we found to rent a Jeep and buy gas! *Also included are a few tips on visiting Pearl Harbor located on Oahu. Our recommendation is to visit Pearl Harbor, maybe stay a couple of nights on Oahu, then skip to a different island. Oahu is beautiful but very crowded, and Hawaii has so much more to offer!