Visiting Hawaii has always been a childhood dream of mine. Living in Australia surrounded by beautiful beaches, tropical Queensland in the north and Islands along the coast it seemed like a far away dream. Having recently relocated to my home away from home Los Angeles, Hawaii became a reality, being only a stone throw away. I spent 7 days and 7 nights in the spectacular O’ahu nicknamed ‘the gathering place’. Taking a healthy approach to life means taking a healthy approach to holidays too. Finding places to exercise whilst exploring, heating locally whilst eating healthy are always a priority when I am somewhere new. Ihope you enjoy my healthy Hawaii travel guide! Aloha!
EXPLORE
Koko Crator Trail Hike
Take the 1,408 railroad ties up to the summit Pu’u Mai. The hike in the heat can be tiring but the reward is at the top of Koko Crater which provides breathtaking view of eastern Oahu and the Pacific. Wear sturdy shoes and sunscreen and bring water! There are a few places you can hang out at the top and take in the spectacular view. From 1,208 feet, you have unobstructed 360-degree views of Diamond Head, bright blue waters of Hanauma Bay, Makapu’u Head and Hawaii Hai.
Koko Crater Trail is located in Koko Head Regional Park at 423 Kaumakani Street, Honolulu, Hawaii. Parking is free.
Sandy Beach Park
Good spot for surfing, boogie boarding, or chilling in the sand while your boyfriend surfs or boogie boards. Lots of parking available.
8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu
Chuns Reef Beach
This quiet beach is accessible by a tiny opening between the crush of houses lining the Kam Highway from Haleiwa to Sunset Beach. Explore the rock pools left of the shore. The waves break thick and to the right, great for longboarding it dumps you into a nice deep channel This reef is a great place to turtle watch. Walk along the shore, look closely and carefully and you will most likely find huge turtles chilling close to the shore.
Kaman Hwy, Haleiwa.
VISIT
Haleiwa Farmers Market
Located in the North shore this market is open Thursdays 3-7pm fresh fruit, veggies, jams, pastries, try the local veggie dish ‘lomi sea asparagus’ grab a Universe Juice from the friendly guy who whips up smoothies in his solar-powered Magic Bullet blenders or enjoy a fresh young coconut!
59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa http://haleiwafarmersmarket.com/
Ward Farmers Market
Saturday morning market at the Ward Warehouse, with local produce and live music and the sweetest papayas I have ever tasted. You can also find delicious coconut or macadamia nut butter and sample Oahu-style cooking.
1240 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu.
Haleiwa Bowls
It ain’t an island holiday with a tropical treat!
Delicious gluten and dairy free Acai bowls and smoothies can be found at Haleiwa Bowls, located in the historic Haleiwa Town – hippy – surfer central.
66-082 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa http://haleiwabowls.com/
Greens & Vine
Raw Vegan dining using high quality, local organic ingredients
Serving raw vegan favourites like Living Lasanga, Kelp Pad Thai and Raw Chocolate Tart. If you feel like a stroll after your meal, head down Ala Moana Blvd and it will take you straight to Waikiki beach!
909 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu http://greensandvines.com/
Bills Sydney
Stoked to find an Australian favourite in Hawaii. Bills offers both a casual downstairs beach bar & café, upstairs dining restaurant. Both menus are inspired by the local tropical produce and a fusion of Vietnamese, Japanese and indigenous cuisines. Breakfast lunch or dinner. Plus the venue is really pretty.
280 Beachwalk Ave, Honolulu http://www.billshawaii.com/
Downbeat Diner
American style diner. Using locally sourced produce, offering ton of vegan and vegetarian options, they can make anything on the menu vegan open late (not a lot is in Honolulu) it’s got a great vibe plus it connects to a full service bar next door which has live music on 3-4 nights a week.
42 N Hotel St, Honolulu http://downbeatdiner.com/
Enjoy & Aloha!
a·lo·ha
exclamation & noun
affection, peace, compassion and mercy
