Lonely Planet

Particularly appealing are the villages of Dhrousia and Kritou Terra, with some splendid traditional houses.

Particularly appealing are the villages of Dhrousia and Kritou Terra, with some splendid traditional houses.

Waterproof case for passport

Teach them to snorkel in the tide pools at , just a few miles north of Kailua-Kona.

THREE RING RANCH EXOTIC ANIMAL SANCTUARY

Gain a new perspective on Kailua-Kona’s coastline, underwater reef and sea life from a 36ft glass-bottomed boat with a cheery crew and onboard naturalist.

If you want to get a taste for the feisty civic spirit of Kailua-Kona, this is a can’t-miss. Local food vendors, artists and craftspeople set up booths along Aliʻi Dr, which closes to vehicular traffic. Free Hawaiian music and hula dancing at Huliheʻe Palace start around 4pm, and despite official hours, festivities tend to last until sunset

Kokua KailuaCULTURAL

(http://historickailuavillage.com/kokua-kailua;

http://dapokeshack.com; 76-6246 Aliʻi Dr, Castle Kona Bali Kai; mains & meals $5-12

%808-327-1717; http://onealohashaveice.com; 75-5711 Kuakini Hwy; shaved ice $4-