Hilo Food + Waterfalls (Akaka Falls + Rainbow Falls)

Hilo Food + Waterfalls (Akaka Falls + Rainbow Falls) | Big Island Day 4

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4 жыл бұрын

On our fourth day on the Big Island, we explored the town of Hilo! We ate tons of delicious foods, like a massive pitaya bowl, the crunchiest pork belly, and mochi, as well as visited ‘Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and a super cool lava tube called Kaumana Caves. We loved the lush scenery on this side of the island and it was one of our favorite days yet!
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@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

A couple things we wanted to mention regarding our Hawaii vlogs: 1. The “Big Island” is officially called the island of Hawaii, but we may refer to it as the “Big Island” from time to time, as it is a more commonly known term worldwide and we want to avoid any confusion by making it clear which island we were on. 2. We likely mispronounced many Hawaiian words, so we apologize in advance. We tried our hardest!

@maureenbegas2856 2 жыл бұрын

You did fine. The green sauce on the Peruvian Tamale is chimichurri sauce. I love those tamales and she sells out by early afternoon. I’m glad you got one!

@vincekimura3937 4 жыл бұрын

i live in hilo.. since 1965! you guys did a great job!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Nothing makes us happier than when a local likes our video 🥰🥰

@crusader3060 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Lived Hilo all my life. Born and raised there. Now I'm in california. Watching this video really made me miss Hilo. Love my home town. It's so chill laid back. Can't wait to go back. Keep up the great videos.

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We loved Hilo, had such a nice, local vibe!

@mimasworld1421 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a packed day! Loved the enthusiastic fruit ninja scene. 💕 So much fun.

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It was a super fun, busy day!

@joankilburn2462 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much. You both did a wonderful job. It was fun watching you, especially eating. Haha. Warm blessings from AZ.

@suzanneaydelotte801 4 жыл бұрын

LOVED IT... 😆 That was another fun, yummy and beautiful day! I can’t say it enough...you two are so much fun to watch and listen to...you truly look like you are having the time of your lives together...warms my heart! Adam, thanks for helping me with my nose! 🤣. Loved loved loved the bloopers...they really flowed well!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha I laughed when I saw he picked our noses 🤣😜 And it was such a fun day! 🥰🥰

@winnie363 4 жыл бұрын

Got to say you two are so much to watch, we love Hawaii too. We may have just missed you two we were on the Big Island the week of Aug. 22. We van camp also and RV too but there's nothing like the travel and food on the islands! We watch with Apple Tv so don't comment much but you can always count on a BIG Thumbs UP!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much!!! 🤗 There is seriously nothing like it there. People always ask why we go back so much and we can’t explain it, it’s just a special place!

@imuawarriors 4 жыл бұрын

There wouldn't be an energy shortage if it was possible to harness your positive spirit! so much happiness watching your videos... thank you....

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahah love it! you’re the sweetest! 🥰

@mckaylabee4589 4 жыл бұрын

The dragon fruit bowl looked amazing!! I am not SUPER hungry from all the delicious looking food!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha it was torturous editing this and having to relive the deliciousness!

@ericroberts7312 3 жыл бұрын

I love hilo...been there twice in past three years...and I'm going back....I wished I lived there

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

That is amazing! We loved the vibe there!

@kaitlynanderson4440 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are adorable! Thanks for sharing such beautiful videos!

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and for the kind words!!

@patriciasmith9950 3 жыл бұрын

Loved your video. My daughter lives in Hilo and when we visited her in April she took us to all of these places. I love it there. Great job guys

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

How awesome to have a daughter to visit in Hawaii! Thanks for the kind words!

@maureenbegas2856 2 жыл бұрын

Hilo is my hometown!! I still live on the island!! Thank you for taking the tour. 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

@AdventuresofAplusK 2 жыл бұрын

We loved Hilo! Thank you for watching!

@JDMSE3P 4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you’re enjoying your trip to the Big Island. Can’t wait to see your trip to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Too bad you can’t go up to Mauna Kea right now and see the snow, if it’s snowing, because of the protest going on. FYI Mauna Kea is one of the the tallest mountains in the world. If not THE tallest. That’s because much of the volcano is underwater. It beats Mt. Everest by a mile.

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

We were sooo bummed we couldn’t make it up there, especially since it’s technically the tallest! I guess that’s just a reason to go back though! 😉

@pushpanaresh3371 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for not criticizing but instead you said good things about Big Island. Love Big Island 😍.

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure how anyone could criticize Hawaii!

@donstravelsandrants. 4 жыл бұрын

Loving it. Keep them coming 👍😁

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch Don!

@oliverjh1281 4 жыл бұрын

Only thing wrong with this video was it wasn’t long enough 😪 but thanks guys you crammed so much in ! I learn something new every time I watch you guys 👌👏👏👏👏

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Oliver! We were scared it was too long, but it was such a busy day!

@dylanfromflorida1619 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Rainbow falls looks so cool!

@jamiewalters4 3 жыл бұрын

"Don't go chasing waterfalls..." LOL you're funny Kathryn.

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha I seriously have to control myself from singing that song EVERY time we go to a waterfall 🤣🤣

@TheKBK2 3 жыл бұрын

You hit all the great spots in Hilo Town, we happened on the scenic route a few trips ago and make that a usual drive while we are there. Next time stop at the Low Store along the scenic route for Hawaiian shave ice. Also take the time to visit the Pacific Tsunami museum, great place with lots of history of Hilo. We are so ready to go back, we love Hilo.

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the tips! We really enjoyed Hilo and will definitely check those out next time!

@thomasreto2997 3 жыл бұрын

At the bottom of the hill of that scenic route is a botanical garden. The admission is modestly priced, but you walk down this huge suspension foot bridge and go by waterfalls and all kinds of plantings/orchids etc. I think we spent a couple hours there as we took our time.🌈😃🤙

@macm7730 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the recommendation of Shaka Tacoz… we did went there based on your recommendation and it was heavenly delicious! We tried veggie tacos and veggie bowl and those are the best we ever had so far.

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! So glad you enjoyed it!!

@geniuzg 4 жыл бұрын

Omg that looks like fun, love your videos

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Such a fun jam packed day! Thank you so much!

@hawaiiguy1 4 жыл бұрын

two ladies kitchen is famous, old school mochi store...what people buy as gifts to take home when they live off island...butter mochi is yes, very popular in HAWAII, but not anywhere else...a lot of places add coconut flakes inside the batter before baking...many variations..i would add blueberry filling from Comstock into the mochi batter......

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

We loved the butter mochi! A blueberry version sounds incredible 😋😋

@TheOriginalMarimoChan 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so excited to visit Hilo soon and Makani's Pineapple Shack! We live on Oahu but due to COVID-19 our island economy has been shut down and we can't go to the mainland without having to quarantine for 14 days. We are free to travel inter-island with $29 one way, limited time only fares so we will go! Thanks for your awesome vids, really helpful!!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Wow what an amazing fare! Is it normally that affordable? And it is probably super nice to have the islands to yourselves for a while, although we have definitely been thinking about Hawaii and know that the lack of tourism has probably been very hard for businesses.

@TheOriginalMarimoChan 4 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusKHawaii is very dependent on tourism and right now things are shutting down left and right, including long-time established businesses from far back as 1970 - so very sad. Hawaii's life blood is the tourism industry and I know a lot of local folk want to get back to work. I hope the governor comes to his senses soon. He keeps changing his mind and it's not pretty. I know we have to be safe but we also need to pay our mortgages and have health insurance. The ironic thing is trying to protect and shut down the island to tourism has caused locals to lose their health insurance from loss of work. So this very thing that's supposed be protecting us is hurting us in unimaginable ways. Regular price is $100 one way, so $29 one way is a deep discount. I believe due to economy shutting down, they want to stimulate local dollars and trust me, we locals are going stir crazy and bonkers because of Covid and inability to travel off-island without getting stuck with a 14-day mandatory quarantine! A lot of locals are traveling inter-island because we don't have the quarantine if you are traveling in-state. Your videos are inspirational and even if we can't go to the places you've both gone to, it's still a lot of fun doing this "armchair traveling". Mahalo and looking forward to your next adventures!!

@Diana-lo6cx 4 жыл бұрын

Yummy video!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

It was a very delicious day! 😋

@barberjohnnyy1546 4 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We’re so glad to hear that! 🤗

@kayingthao5072 2 жыл бұрын

Igor your energy and the video was very informative.

@AdventuresofAplusK 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@marialexandra06 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos are awesome 😊👍🏻

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mari! ❤️

@travelin4k317 Жыл бұрын

Nice!!

@emilywright5806 2 жыл бұрын

Rambutan was the first thing I bought at the farmers market too!!

@AdventuresofAplusK 2 жыл бұрын

They were so tasty!

@avanoahslittleadventures 2 жыл бұрын

😍

@johnhaxby306 4 жыл бұрын

Great videos guys! Im checking out flights right now

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Ooo nice! We hope you find a good deal and get to enjoy the island! 🌴☀️

@walmeamidala2585 4 жыл бұрын

we went to a rainforest zoo just outside hilo that was free to get in and it was beautiful, so if you ever go to the big island again you should definitely check it out, edit, i went to the rainbow falls and on our way out in the parking lot there were two roosters fighting, then my friend and i made the mistake of chanting fight then they started walking towards us, they did not hurt us but low key it was scary

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha that is absolutely hilarious 🤣

@TheKBK2 3 жыл бұрын

We stumbled on that zoo this past March while visiting, it’s an awesome free zoo and a great place to spend a couple of hours.

@sheafan1971 4 жыл бұрын

Very Cool Video, Would be fun to eat and explore with you guys

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

We’d love that! Maybe one day! 😉🤗

@imuawarriors 4 жыл бұрын

Hilo is home to the 'Merry Monarch Hula Festival', which (as you may know already) is like the Superbowl/Olympics of hula.... hula halau (hula schools) from all over the world go there to compete and showcase their love for the Hawaiian culture...

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh we would’ve loved to see that!

@imuawarriors 4 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK if you google it, I'm sure you would love it! When the men do the kahiko style (pre-missionary), is the 'old-school' type dancing... the 'auwana (modern or post-missionary) can be elegant, regal and feminine, or even silly/comedic....kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r7x2m8yAq9TLgn0.html

@imuawarriors 4 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gLGndLWYrJzMmas.html

@ricardocanelon2291 4 жыл бұрын

Love your channel! I just got back from big island nov 9. I’ve been traveling in my van since June on a mission to visit every national park in the country. So many cool things on the road that I wish I could share besides a couple Instagram photos. So as of Xmas I will be starting my channel! You guys are awesome keep it up! Maybe we can do a hike one of these days! 🤙🏼

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Ah no way! Sounds like we have a ton in common! What parks have you been to already? That would be fun if our paths cross 🙌🏼

@ricardocanelon2291 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed we do! I’ve been to 20 so far if I remember correctly. I have magnets from all off them gotta take a look lol. My journey started in Minneapolis. Currently hanging in Arizona before I fly back there in a few days for the holidays. I hear there’s a big yearly van gathering here for the winter. I’d like to check that out. You guys should too. thousands of nomads and valife ppl come in for the winter. just added you guys on Instagram if you want to take a look :).

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

We’ve been to about 20 too! That’s awesome! We’re heading to Florida right after the holidays with some van friends. We’re so excited for some sunshine and beaches and warm weather! We have been in Arizona this week seeing friends, but I just flew out to Chicago to see family and am definitely missing the warmth!

@ricardocanelon2291 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! I was born and raised in Florida. Lived there till 2016. This is the best time to visit it’s normally very hot and humid. Are you checking out all the parks there? I’ve seen the Everglades but I never went to tortuga or biscayne. Hopefully around March!

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes we will! Definitely Everglades and Biscayne but hopefully Dry Tortugas too! Trying to work on a dog sitting trade with friends so we can both go to that one 😃

@haunaniriley1894 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u for sharing my HOMETOWN. Tree is called Banyan

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

We loved your town!

@raymondbarry4196 4 жыл бұрын

One thing I will mention, we missed out on Akaka Falls and Rainbow falls because we cut it too close and and it was closed (I think it closes around 6pm) so plan accordingly

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Good thing to mention! They do both have hours, unlike some other falls in Hawaii. We heard you can walk into Akaka falls before it opens at 8:30 AM, but we can’t speak from experience!

@joshuabenoit3744 4 жыл бұрын

Damn you, A plus K! You are making my anticipation to go back to Hawaii so much worse, but great video! We did the lava tubes in Maui on the road to Hana.

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Hahah we’re so sorry to torture you! And I don’t think we did those lava tubes on Maui, do you remember the name? Would love to do that next time we’re there!

@joshuabenoit3744 4 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK Hana Lava Tube and it was just before you get to the black sand beach park. There was a charge and they provide flash lights to go down in the tube.

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Ooo yes! I kind of remember hearing about that now! We love the Road to Hana 😍

@haunaniriley1894 3 жыл бұрын

When u hungry farmers market hilo the best.

@lydiatorrence9644 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative and precise. I’m a local from living in Austin, tx

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lydia! We are from Austin!

@lydiatorrence9644 3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK seriously? Cool!! Well I live in cedar Park

@lydiatorrence9644 3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK 🥰

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

I (Kathryn) actually went to Cedar Park High School! Small world!

@jameswulzen590 Жыл бұрын

not bad, I've been here from Calif for 55 years.

@davidfierro3650 Жыл бұрын

Great video....what time did your day start and what time did you finish... approximately? Also how much time do you need to complete the each of the falls experience? Thank you kindly

@pattihernandez7203 2 жыл бұрын

Best video of Hilo I’ve seen so far!! 👌🏼🌸🌸🌸. What place do You guys recommend staying at near downtown???? Going in October thanks!!!!

@AdventuresofAplusK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Patti! We stayed in an air bnb which was a really old home and it was super awesome! There are some really nice airbnbs in Hilo

@ThulasCakeLab 2 жыл бұрын

thanks, enjoyed watching your video!(1)how much did that pineapple bowl cost at the pineapple shack? (2) what is the recommended time for the rainbow falls?

@AdventuresofAplusK 2 жыл бұрын

We don’t remember the cost unfortunately, but there may be a photo of the menu with recent prices on their Google page. We’d suggest visiting the falls early for less crowds and we hear on a sunny morning you can see rainbows!

@ThulasCakeLab 2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK appreciate it, thank you!

@paulgillies1655 3 жыл бұрын

The left side is where you can go all the way back, but you have to find where to go!!

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

The lava tubes were wild!

@jaydeeahr5842 3 жыл бұрын

what brand/ kind of sandals you guys are wearing??? tnx

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! We have Chacos! They are hiking sandals and great for water activities or non crazy hikes!

@sunilshewram916 3 жыл бұрын

Out of topic but can you tell me about cell phone carrier works on the big island please?

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

We didn’t have any issues that I recall with AT&T!

@sunilshewram916 3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK Thank you love your vid.

@vincekimura3937 4 жыл бұрын

dunno about the sucker fishes. did you visit waipio valley?

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

We did! I believe that was in the vlog before this one (the day before)! 🤗

@sadidiker 4 жыл бұрын

🖒🖒🙌🙌😚😚

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@eyeballs306 2 жыл бұрын

Hey just wanted to recognize u guys respectfully trying new foods!!

@AdventuresofAplusK 2 жыл бұрын

We love trying new foods and of course always want to do our best to be respectful! Thanks!

@jameswulzen590 Жыл бұрын

they are at Banyan tree road, they should have said more about it and why it's there.

@macm7730 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome guys... we love your all videos! in the cave, is there a chances of snake or some scary animals? Just curious... in one of the Netflix Show they showed a snake

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

There could be a chance of snakes! But since it was so rocky, our eyes were glued to the ground so we would've hopefully spotted them!

@anthonybush554 Жыл бұрын

What company did y'all use for the Airbnb in Hilo?

@AdventuresofAplusK Жыл бұрын

We booked our Airbnb on Airbnb

@mariahwilliams9530 3 жыл бұрын

You missed the Poke Market across from Makani’s......next time!

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely will try it next time!

@haunaniriley1894 3 жыл бұрын

Lychee

@napili5470 3 жыл бұрын

Gobi Fish.

@jameswulzen590 Жыл бұрын

Hamakua coast, very rocky and you should not try to get in the water.

@brookD1980 3 жыл бұрын

Would you say you need to rent a car in Hilo ? Are there any Hawaiian islands you have visited you wouldn’t really need to rent a car? Thank you!

@AdventuresofAplusK 3 жыл бұрын

Oahu would be best if you just want to Uber around or even take a bus. There is a lot to do there concentrated near Honolulu. You could Uber in Hilo as well to many of the spots we visited in this video, but if you want to explore the rest of the island (which is amazing!), you'll definitely need a car.

@cathywarriner 4 жыл бұрын

Hi my name is Cathy (do you think it could have something to do with the name😉 I have the same issue with white clothing hence the reason I own no white clothes.

@AdventuresofAplusK 4 жыл бұрын

Lol! We are cursed! 🤣🤣 My family teases me so much for being so messy. I just get excited about food!

@jameswulzen590 Жыл бұрын

Akaka falls is in Honomu not Hilo.

@haunaniriley1894 3 жыл бұрын

Michi is JAPANESE made with rice