The Big Island with Toddlers--Help!
Sep 9th, 2005, 11:53 AM
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The Big Island with Toddlers--Help!
We will be attending a wedding in Waikoloa in October with our 2 year old and 4 year old. Beyond enjoying the beaches and pools what suggestions do you have that would be enjoyable/manageable for both them and us?
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Sep 9th, 2005, 11:16 PM
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Don't know if this info will help, but at least the reply will bring the message back to the top.
Hilo has a zoo.
Botanical gardens. Liliuokalani Gardens in Hilo is nice.
Akaka Falls Park near Hilo. Short loop trail to both Kahuna Falls and Akaka Falls.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It's managable with kids. Probably not too enjoyable for them.
This site has a section on Hawaii with kids. Pretty generic though.
http://www.alohafriendshawaii.com/
Also try these sites for things to do.
www.bigisland.org
www.gohawaii.com They will send a free guide book
www.hawaiiweb.com
www.spotlighthawaii.com
www.thisweek.com
Hilo has a zoo.
Botanical gardens. Liliuokalani Gardens in Hilo is nice.
Akaka Falls Park near Hilo. Short loop trail to both Kahuna Falls and Akaka Falls.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It's managable with kids. Probably not too enjoyable for them.
This site has a section on Hawaii with kids. Pretty generic though.
http://www.alohafriendshawaii.com/
Also try these sites for things to do.
www.bigisland.org
www.gohawaii.com They will send a free guide book
www.hawaiiweb.com
www.spotlighthawaii.com
www.thisweek.com
Sep 24th, 2005, 01:04 PM
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At age 2 & 4, your kids will love the zoo in Panaewa:
http://www.hilozoo.com/
It'll be a bit a drive from Waikoloa, but the scenery is gorgeous and there will be plenty of places to get out and let the kids romp. I'd skip the gardens...my grandkids are that age and they certainly aren't very interested in orchids and bamboo!
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You'll be close to Kona -- how about the Atlantis Submarine?
http://www.atlantissubmarines.org/
When you arrive on the island, be sure to pick up a free copy of "101 Things to Do" -- a magazine-size publication loaded with lots of useful info on activities/dining/etc., with discount coupons, too.
http://www.hilozoo.com/
It'll be a bit a drive from Waikoloa, but the scenery is gorgeous and there will be plenty of places to get out and let the kids romp. I'd skip the gardens...my grandkids are that age and they certainly aren't very interested in orchids and bamboo!
)You'll be close to Kona -- how about the Atlantis Submarine?
http://www.atlantissubmarines.org/
When you arrive on the island, be sure to pick up a free copy of "101 Things to Do" -- a magazine-size publication loaded with lots of useful info on activities/dining/etc., with discount coupons, too.
Sep 24th, 2005, 02:41 PM
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I don't have any restaurant recommendations.
Besides the sites already listed, here is one that has maps and a restaurant guide for all islands.
www.driveguidemagazines.com
You can also do a search: restaurants big island
Although I agree with auntiemaria, that kids don't like botanical gardens, Liliuokalani Gardens is great for kids. It's mostly ponds with several bridges, koi (carp).
Also in or near Hilo - Boiling Pots and Rainblow Falls.
I don't have any restaurant recommendations.
Besides the sites already listed, here is one that has maps and a restaurant guide for all islands.
www.driveguidemagazines.com
You can also do a search: restaurants big island
Although I agree with auntiemaria, that kids don't like botanical gardens, Liliuokalani Gardens is great for kids. It's mostly ponds with several bridges, koi (carp).
Also in or near Hilo - Boiling Pots and Rainblow Falls.
Sep 26th, 2005, 03:19 PM
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My tips for finding kid friendly restaurants: look for places that are loud, like microbreweries or family-style italian restaurants. Eating outside often buys you more time as your kids can wander a bit before the food comes. If you want to go to a place but aren't sure your kids are welcome, simply ask if they have high chairs available. No highchairs=kids not welcome.
