Majestic! This statue represents WWII combat swimmers and commemorates the birthplace of the U.S…read more Navy's Underwater Demolition Teams. If you like history, the Navy or Navy SEALS, this is worth a moment of appreciation.

This is truly one of the best holiday craft fairs on the island. From the quality of the goods, to…read morethe overall atmosphere. It's an enjoyable event every year.

Great Craft Fair! Lots of diverse vendors and food available. Parking is tight, so be prepared.read more

If you're heading there on the H3 you'll be going through the Tetsuo Harano tunnel. As kids we'd…read moreonly have access via the Pali and it was a challenge who could hold their breath the entire distance through the mountain tunnel. You will need to turn on your lights then turn them off once out of the tunnel. The view of the mountains with lush vegetation and a chance sighting of a waterfall if it's been raining is always a thrill. Proceed through part of Kaneohe and follow the signs. Some folks like to go to Lanikai Beach or have shave ice where Barack Obama gives it a thumbs up. For us we just go for a joyride and end up at a delicious breakfast place as there are several on the Windward side of the Island. Hopefully you won't be in need of one but Castle Hospital is close by. Some people dream of living in Kailua but to purchase the real estate be prepared to dish out multi millions of dollars and more.

Touristing on the Island of Oahu…read more.. Kailua is a trendy town on the Windward side of the island. Most visitors stay in Honolulu which is on the South Shore. Kailua is north of Honolulu and Waikiki... about a half hours drive away... The most direct route would be through the Pali Tunnels. Some Hawaii residents think that Kailua is a tourist town. There are many things here that would attract out-of-towners - such as Kailua Beach and its ocean activities such as Stand Up Paddie Boarding and Kayaking. (Lanikai Beach is also beautiful and secluded.) Shopping would be another positive aspect of Kailua since there are many cute boutiques, big stores like Target; and necessities such as the US Post office, Foodland, Safeway, and Times Supermarkets, and credit unions like Aloha Pacific. As a resident, I enjoy Kailua for its foodie adventures. Besides Pieology, Over Easy, Uproll, Mahaloha Burger, Mother Bakery, and Boots and Kimos, there are small businesses like Agnes' Portuguese Bakery with fresh, hot malasadas; Baci Bistro with fine Italian cuisine; and Wilson Store with yummy snacks and refreshing shave ice. The Beet Box has healthy, delicious vegetarian options while Kaohao County Store serves deli sandwiches using Boar's Head quality products. Don't forget to go to the Farmer's Market on Sunday mornings at Pali Lanes and Thursday evenings at Kailua Town! It's really fun to go to Kailua. Sometimes it reminds me of Pasadena, California - especially areas where there's metered street parking... lol! Kailua usually has sunny and warm weather with cooling trade winds. It's no wonder why President Obama enjoys vacationing in Kailua!

Waimanalo Beach is the name of both the town in eastern Honolulu as well as the stretch of…read moreshoreline along the island of Oahu. The beach itself has free parking lots throughout as well as public restrooms and picnic tables. The beach is a beautiful area with crystal clear water and white sand. It's a wonderful place to relax and spend a day at because there's a lot of beach and coastline. It's also a great place to see the sunrise as the sun rises from this side.

We did come in the middle of the week so I'm not sure how packed this beach can get...but we loved…read morethis beach! Very clean, not packed - I would say we would normally go to Lanikai or Kailua beach but I'm glad we made the switch to this beach this trip - I mean look how great the photos look! Can't go to the beach without bringing some foodland snacks!!

The perfect place to stop and take in some of the beauty of Hawaii's lush greenery and beautiful…read moreocean views. Here you will find a memorial to the woman warriors who fought in 1795, the remains were looted, then removed and studied and finally reburied here in a place fondly remembered as Halealoha Haleamau.

While driving around the island, we stopped off at the Pali Highway Scenic Lookout…read more The day was overcast and windy. But it was wonderful to read about the history of this spot. It was wonderful to see Kailua and Kaneohe! It's a nice stop to check out.

Took a morning tour of this beautiful historic oasis tucked away in a hidden neighborhood of…read moreKaneohe. Katheryn was an absolute delight who shared with us her passion and knowledge for the beauty, heart and soul of this piece of paradise. Talk about a "off the road" treasure. This was truly an unique experience. More adults and photographers need to come and capture the historic significance of this hidden gem. At one time there were 400 fishponds. Now less than 30. Im always looking for places to take guests for discovery. I was amazed it took me 30 years to visit this..yet it took a Kaneohe resident 60 years! Better late than never. Want a covid free experience in the open air, with an easy light stroll around a fishpond? Try this place. Ask for Katheryn, you wont be disappointed! Support and always respect..Native Hawaii culture and history.

FTR! Chee! Anyways, I came over to the Waikalua Loko for a service learning project that I did with…read moremy work group. Waikalua Loko is a fishpond, a much smaller one compared to the more popular Heeia fishpond further up in Kaneohe. It is located on road past Puohala Elementary School until you reach the fork in the road -go left and follow dirt road to the end. Anyways, there are many fishponds that still need some aloha and preservation in the Kaneohe area and I am glad that there are efforts being done for Waikalua Loko. If you are a school group, volunteer group, or any kind of group in general that is looking for volunteer opportunities, Waikalua Loko is definitely one that is in dire need! Before exploring the fishpond, we started with an 'oli followed by a great educational and informational session about the fishpond and even Kaneohe in general. After gaining more knowledge about the fishpond, we spend an hour or so doing some beach clean up work. You will get wet and dirt that is for sure. Make sure your bring the essential sunscreen, water, food, change of clothes, and proper footwear! If you want to just get away and serve the 'aina, the land, please consider Waikalua Loko fishpond! It is an asset to Hawaii and the island the 'Oahu in efforts to preserve Native Hawaiian cultural preservation!

Impressive view of windward Oʻahu from brink of pali (cliffs) at 1200 feet elevation in the Ko'olau…read moreRange. Winds are usually so strong that one can lean against the wall of wind.( bring a jacket because it's chilly ) There is an entry park fee is going without a group tour and park hours range from 5am-6pm daily. No pets are allowed because this is a Historic site marking a 1795 battle, featuring sweeping coastal cliff & mountain peak views. It is a short drive from Waikiki and definitely worth it. I Highly recommend making this a stop!!!

It's a beautiful lookout point that's quick to check out. There are signs describing the history of…read morethe area. It's always quite windy but you get wonderful views of the windward side of the island. Free parking for Hawai'i residents and pay-to-park stations nearby for visitors who are not residents. I do always love stopping by when I'm in the area to gaze down on the views below.

Lots of fun tasting all the different flavors of chocolate! 10/10 would go again! one of my…read morefavorite activities in Oahu. service was amazing and so cool to see the factory

Tour guide was very kind and informative! Loved the chocolate fountain samples and the spoon as a…read morekeepsake was cute. Worth a visit, would have loved to see more of the factory closed up. Overall worth the money!

We took the Ala Moana area Segways tour in Oahu in January 2023, nearing sunset time. It was super…read morefun and the sights were fantastic! Timo is an awesome guide and he trained us how to operate our Segways with patience and professionalism. We were riding like pros in minutes. Highly recommended!

A great way to fit in a lot of Waikiki and surrounding areas in a short amount of time. First time…read moreon a Segway, but it was simple to learn how to ride and a ton of fun. We noticed that this company was much cheaper than Segway of Hawaii and offered a longer tour. The guide Timo was really knowledgeable and has a fun personality.

This review is long overdue. I thought about not posting it as cannot comment on the food but only…read moreon the poor experience that was solely based on the manager, who said his name is Brandon, for his disgusting behavior and unprofessionalism. However it needs to be shared as I was not able to get in touch with the owner to handle this matter directly. From drafts to published, even if it is 11 months later. When Leila first opened I was very excited to check it out. So for my birthday this year, had a reservation made to celebrate. Unfortunately that day there was a tragic fatality on H3 and I got stuck in it, which would have caused me to miss our initial reservation. My friend called the restaurant to update and the manager let us push it back. He had to call back again as I was still stuck and the road was closed with no where to be able to turn around. He called the restaurant again and told me the manager gave him some attitude but that they'd "keep the kitchen open for us" and seat us late. He also mentioned the manager had some attitude as if he thought we were just trying to bounce on our reservation, strange. By the time I arrived at my friend's house, I was tired from being in traffic for 3ish hours but it was my birthday after all, so we drove to town. As we are about to walk into the restaurant, the door opens and a man shoulder checks me. I thought nothing of it, assuming a customer had one too many and was on his way out. We were sat and ordered a round of cocktails. The restaurant had a few open tables and some dinners in the midst of their meals. I noticed Leila's menu is a fixed price coursed menu not à la carte and I realized that given how late it now was (around 9:30pm) that I could not eat multiple courses as I normally don't eat a large amount so late in the evening. We told our server who until this point had been very friendly. The manager came over after and I was shocked to realized it was the same person who shoulder checked me upon entry. He starts angrily speaking at us about lost profits and revenue because we won't dine and that our table could have gone to someone else. I could not believe being spoken to like this as he continued on and raised his voice so others dining took notice. I've worked at restaurants in my younger years and such unprofessionalism from a manager toward a customer is unimaginable. After I firmly told him multiple times why were were late again, he dismissed the traffic and accident as if I'm lying to which I even tried showing him my cars gps tracking from the traffic. He continued to speak of his lost profits, which as a dinning customer is not my business or concern, found that very tacky behavior. I firmly told him I do not eat large meals so late so would only want one one entree not 4 but given his rude behavior I've lost all appetite and would like to pay for the drinks and leave. He comped our drinks, mostly so he could charge the no show fee I bet, because the charge showed up a few days later on the credit card. However even the customer service agent at the credit card company was in disbelief that when we called to explain she immediately reversed it. I tried to get a business card for the owner but failed and the manager hid like a coward in the open kitchen while we finished our drinks despite me asking the server for him to please give me the managers contact info. Because of this experience, I have zero desire to go back to Leila or frankly other establishments by the same owner, which is unfortunate as Miro was one of my favorites. At least until I know this so called manager is no longer affiliated.

Leila continues to impress with a new menu every month, and this visit was nothing short of…read moreexceptional -- every bite was delicious, creative, and beautifully executed. We started with the endive and grapes with burrata, which was refreshing, cold, and perfectly balanced in flavor. The highlight for me was their take on Carbonara -- not a pasta dish, but just as indulgent, with slow-cooked egg, pancetta, and peas. Rich, comforting, and absolutely fabulous. The "extras" are not to be missed. The oysters were pristine, the Hokkaido uni brioche lived up to its reputation (a must-order!), and the focaccia was simply to die for -- crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and perfectly timed to arrive alongside the carbonara. The beef cheek with homemade cavatelli was hearty, tender, and packed with flavor, while the meal ended on a perfect note with a classic crème brûlée. Leila's bar program deserves its own spotlight. Their cocktails are always among the best in town -- inventive, balanced, and downright fun. Even the mocktails are crafted with the same creativity; my mango lassi came topped with a thick, airy mango foam that turned a simple drink into a delightful surprise. Between the rotating menu, consistently excellent food, and inventive drinks, Leila is the kind of restaurant you want to return to again and again. Highly recommend making this a regular stop -- especially if you love being surprised by what's next.