The Hilo market is every day until 4 pm with a big market on Wednesday and Saturday. This market offers a wide variety of products —opt for these local markets for fresher, cheaper, and diverse produce. Trust me, it's worth it! 🌽🍍🥭
The small store in Volcano is pricey; stock up on essentials at Safeway in Hilo (about 40 minutes away from Volcano).
Another option for stocking up on groceries, 30 min from Volcano.
This is the same as CVS/Walgreens.
Amazingly delicious green coffee, smoothies, kava, and a few food items.
Thai food *OPEN LATE* they also offer hamburgers and chicken fingers 😛
We have been informed that this is the spot for the “night life” scene in Volcano. Open late, restaurant and bar located in the national park!
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is a must-visit, showcasing Kilauea with captivating smoke pockets rising from her caldera. 🌋 Always check the website for latest updates and check for closures. Consider joining an E-Bike tour through the park for a super fun experience. 🚴♂️
Explore the stunning black sand beaches on this side of the island. Punaluʻu Beach, about a 40-minute drive from our house, is gorgeous.
Hilo is the closest proper town to Volcano and offers the comforts of Target, Safeway, and delightful restaurants, especially known for Japanese cuisine.
Go here for the BEST ube soft serve. They also have dragonfruit and açaí, as well as smoothies and açaí bowls!
For a change of pace, head to Pāhoa, an adorable hippie town by the beach. Keep in mind that Kehena Black Sand Beach is clothing-optional, so plan accordingly. 🏞️🏝️
Kava is a native ceremonial beverage that produces a calming effect, improves mood overall, and boosts sociability.