Jennifer & Zachary
Things To Do
Diamond Head Crater Trailhead
Beautiful views of Waikiki and the Pacific Ocean from the top of this hike! You have to pay for parking and make a reservation on their website to visit this hike.
Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail
A popular paved hike that offers stunning views or the ocean! This hike also has WW2 pillboxes that you can climb inside of!
Mānoa Falls Trail
This short and leisurely hike will show you all of the tropical beauty that Hawaii's rainforests have to offer!
Byodo-In Temple
Beautiful replica of the original Byodo-In Buddhist temple in Japan, located in Kaneohe. Feed the birds and fish, ring the bell, and enjoy the beauty of the Ko'olau Mountain Range.
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Pay your respects at the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor, and learn about Hawaii's impact in WW2.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
A nature preserve- under water! Beautiful reefs to snorkel and see the local sea life. Make sure to book your reservation online ahead of time- they limit the amount of guests the nature preserve has per day. They offer snorkel & fin rentals on the beach.
Waikiki Wall
Jennifer used to swim around and jump off of the Waikiki Wall growing up, you can too!
Kiki's Tiki Bar - Night Club
Jennifer and Zac went here to celebrate their engagement with Jennifer's bestie Julia! They definitely had waaaaay too much fun (and to drink)
Buho Cocina y Cantina - Restaurant & Bar
Buho has live DJs and strong drinks!
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Zac proposed to Jennifer on the beachfront of this Waikiki hotel. They have fireworks every Friday night around 7:45pm! There is also plenty of shopping to be done here in their shopping center!
Duke's Waikiki
Beachfront restaurant with live music and a fun place for drinks at night! Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
The Pupu House
Asian-Hawaiian Fusion restaurant, great vibes, amazing food!
Nico's Pier 38
Get a fresh poke bowl while listening to live music
Moena Cafe
Great for brunch, a local favorite! Jenn recommends the Banana Chantilly Pancake, and Zac likes the Hawaiian Omelette
Assaggio Hawaii Kai
One of Jennifer's families favorite restaurants. This location showcases local art and views of Koko Marina. Great Italian food!
TANE VEGAN IZAKAYA - Restaurant
One of Zac & Jenn's favorite restaurants that they always go to when they come back to visit!
Banan Waikiki Beach Shack
One of Jennifer's favorite local snacks on a hot hawaiian day. Banan has softserve vegan yogurt (made with bananas - hence the name) and fresh pressed juices!