Travel

Events

 

It will be a busy week, but we’d love to hang out with you all before the wedding day. Only if you want to of course. We’ll update specifics as soon as we can.

 
 

Boat Tour, 8/30 (Tue)

North Shore 7 - 8:30 AM

See dolphins, sharks, rays, turtles, etc. Then let’s drive around the island to sightsee, beach and eat!

 

Beach picnic, 8/31 (Wed)

Waimanalo Beach (Tentative location) | 11 AM - 4 PM

Bring your beach stuff and we’ll provide the food and drinks. Let’s have some fun in the sun!
Sign-up by Aug 15th.

 

Welcome drinks, 9/1 (Thu)

The Hideout at Laylow | 7 PM

Whether you’ve flown in or you’re a local, come join us for some drinks in Waikiki.
Sign-up by Aug 15th.

 

Wedding Shuttle, 9/3 (Sat)

The Laylow (Tentative location) | 3:00 PM

Space is limited to 40 riders so sign-up if you don’t want to drive/uber to the wedding.
Sign-up by Sep 3rd. (0 seats remaining)

 

Transportation

Rideshare/taxi services can get really expensive if you’re doing some good sightseeing around the island. Let us know if you want to split the cost of a rental car with other guests and we will do our best to hook you folks up based on your travel dates and hotel location.

Hotel Blocks

 

The Laylow

 

Hyatt Centric

 
 

Things to do

Ready to plan your trip? There are so many things to do and places to eat. Below is a short list of selected favorites to get you started on your vacation planning. You can also view our curated google map.

 
 
 
 

Eat, sleep and repeat!

 

Liliha Bakery
Get all the puffs: regular, coco, green tea.

Waiola’s Shave Ice
Don’t forget to add mochi balls and condensed milk!

Leonard’s Bakery
We prefer the classic malasada.

Zippy’s
The chili chicken combo hits the spot.

The Pig and the Lady
Vietnamese fusion at its best.

Haleiwa Joe’s at Haiku Gardens
The biggest prime rib dinner you’ll ever have.

Sushi Izakaya Gaku
Marc’s favorite sushi spot. Are you brave enough to try the Omatsuri Natto? Yum!

Roy’s
A little pricey, but it’s worth it.

Tonkatsu Tamafuji
Allen said it’s the best tonkatsu he’s ever had. He’s right.

Waiahole Poi Factory
Traditional Hawaiian food. Get the Kanaka Nui combo if you’re hungry!

SALT at Kaka’ako
Trendy area for restaurants, bars and shops.

Got any questions? Check out our FAQ page.

So you wanna beach?

Waimanalo
Marc and Allen’s fave

Yokohama Bay
Serene but quite the drive out west

Waimea Bay
Who’s gonna dive off the cliff?

Is hiking your thing?

Diamond Head
Ok, not Marc’s fave, but if you’ve never been,
you should do this iconic hike.

Pillboxes
Beautiful ocean views

Rock Bridge
Great views of Hanauma Bay but must wear good shoes.

 
 

Let’s get boozy

Bar Leather Apron
Craft cocktails done right.

Kona Brewing Co.
Try one of our favorite local beers.

The Tchin Tchin Bar
A wine bar with great cocktails, too.

Skull & Crown Trading Co.
Tiki bar.

Hau Tree
Relax with a great ocean view.

Shopping and tings

Drive around the island
Take in the views and relax at iconic beaches.

Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial
Site and museum commemorating the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack.

Ala Moana Shopping Center
Arguably the best mall in the U.S.

Aloha Stadium Swap Meat
Get some souvenirs to take back. Don’t forget to get a coconut to quench your thirst.

Chinatown
Wander around, eat some food and discover cool shops.

More info about Hawai’i

 

Look but don’t touch.

You might see a Hawaiian Monk seal or a Hawaiian green sea turtle (Honu). They are super cute, but don’t be one of those tourists that tries to get close, or worse, try to pet them. We don’t want our guests going viral on social media for this or even worse, in jail.

Learn directional lingo in Hawai’i

N/S/E/W is not used by locals. If you get lost, they might use words like:

  • Makai: ocean

  • Mauka: mountain

  • Windward: north or east side of island

  • Leeward: south or west side of island

  • Ewa-bound: west bound

  • Diamond-head bound: east bound

Other Hawaiian or colloquial words:

  • Mahalo: Thank you

  • Ono: Delicious

  • Wahine (sometimes seen on restroom signs): Woman

  • Kane (sometimes seen on restroom signs): Man

  • Kokua: Help (e.g., “Mahalo for your kokua” means “Thank you for your cooperation.”)

  • Kama’aina: Local person

  • Haole: Non-native person, often a white person

  • Slippers: Anything that isn’t covered shoes. People do not say “flip-flops” here.

  • Pau: Finished