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Bonnie Belshe's avatar

I've been going to the Big Island for 20+ years now! It has some of my favorite snorkeling spots but you were on the beach side of the island, not the coral snorkel side of the island.

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Marla's avatar

My husband and I went to Oahu for our 10 year anniversary last year. It was absolutely gorgeous and we are hoping to visit Kauai next year. I dream about the poke bowls we had there. Can't wait to go back!

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Alexandra Matteo's avatar

Just went to Kauai for our anniversary and it was incredible! So happy you enjoyed your trip!

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Katie Sturino's avatar

That is next on my list!!

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Alexandra Matteo's avatar

I just posted about a hike I did there, gonna do a travel guide soon. Will hit you up when I do. It’s just the best. You will love it.

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Kristen Luiso's avatar

I’ve been to Oahu and Kauai. Loved both so much. Glad you enjoyed your trip!!

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Monia's avatar

Love the laidback vibe of the Big Island- I never feel pressure to do a ton if I don’t want to. All about the R&R ☀️

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Elaine C's avatar

My dream is to hit every island. We are headed (back!) to Maui this fall for our 10th anny, and I am hoping we can do Maui and one other island this time, but we’ll see. Thank you for your recs—invaluable while we are in the planning stages. I didn’t buy turtle earrings last time, but I do still wear the plumeria earrings I bought 10 years ago 🤷‍♀️

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Katie Sturino's avatar

Omg need to see the earrings- they sound amazing!

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Malia McKee's avatar

Just returned from Kauai and the Big Island (near Hilo). I’m lucky to have family there so we get to experience all sorts of adventures. Already booking a trip back for July (Kona this time). We can’t stay away.

Check out Lilikoi and Lotus-she’s a family friend and makes gorgeous jewelry.

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Christina's avatar

The Mauna Lani is amazing💜

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Laura's avatar

Hawaii is awesome!! I totally agree about leaving pretension at the door- it is the one place where I feel I can be my true self (I also lived there u til I was six)

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