There where a dozen tables including several outside and during Sunday night wine tasting, 2^nd & last Sunday of the month, a bunch of people are always visiting around the small bar.  Conversation can cause an excited hubbub.

Location:  One deli is located at the entrance to Kailua Beach Park and the other is in a small green building with white trim located at the Pali Hwy entrance to Kailua.  Make a left turn at the traffic light that is immediately accross the bridge and then an immediate right turn into a side street.  Their parking lot is on your right.  750 Kailua Rd & 306 S. Kalaheo Ave, Kailua.

They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and are definately worth stopping by.

This is a 1-mile hike (one-way) along the former roadway to the
Coast Guard Lighthouse Station. At various points, there are
sweeping views of the both southeastern O'ahu coastline - whales
may be visible during winter months - and the Windward coast of
Oahu. Watch for hang gliders floating on the updrafts created by the
cliffs. They can stay up all day when the trade winds are brisk.

The road climbs to 500-foot elevation under hot, dry, and windy
conditions. No drinking water or restrooms are available. Be sure to
take water. Sun protection is recommended. Climbing to the summit
will take about an hour. Less for a good hiker, but take your time and
enjoy the views. Coming down will probably take half as long. Early
morning is the best time to hike. It is cooler and the sun rising over
the ocean is spectacular. The park opens at 7am and closes at
dusk.

In developing the park the most important consideration was
resource protection, particularly for Makapu'u Head which for the
Hawaiian people is an ancient site for the cultivation of healing
herbs. The Hawaiian Nation (Ohana Council) proposes establishing
a "Healing Center" in this area to provide among other services,
counseling and activities for youths; revival of ancient Hawaiian
healing traditions; and to provide an educational facility for Visitors
about Hawaiian traditions and lore. These interpretive features of the
park await future funding.

Location: Off Kalaniana'ole Highway (Hwy. 72) from either
Waimanalo or Hawai'i Kai. This is at the summit of the pass between
Hawai`i Kai and Waimanalo

Hours: Daily During Daylight Hours

If you're driving around the island, the best restaurant on the North Shore is Ola.  It has the motif of a casual lanai, is located on the beach overlooking a small cove that provides excellent swimming and an interesting view to keep you interested while order is being prepared.  The food is excellent, and the menu is so varied you will have a hard time making your choice.

Drive into the parking lot and find a spot as close to the ocean as you can.  Then, rather than walking toward the hotel, turn to your right and walk toward the beach.  You'll find a picturesque restaurant with a great view and fine food.

If you are going for dinner they recommend you make reservations. Phone  293-0801

Even if you have fished, Florida, Belize, or Christmas Island. You'll need help to fish, effectively here. You need to know where to fish, what to look for, how to make your presentation and what equipment you use. In short, you need a guide to help you get started.

There are very few fishing guides in Hawaii and there is only one who specializes in light tackle, hook and release flyfishing and spinning. If you need help, he is an excellent teacher. If you're an expert on mainland lakes and streams, he provides the nine weight rods you need to fish Hawaii. He will teach you to handle our heavy trade winds and will provide you the local lures that are proven to work in our waters.

http://www.bonefish808.com

It's a store that no local goes past if it's anywhere near lunch time.  We all know that we'll probably have to stand in line and may have to wait for the chicken to come out of the oven, but it's worth it.

The little hut next door sells locally grown produce and specially designed tiles. It's a funny combination, but it's what they like to do.  Stop and get acquainted.  They're located at 48-377 Kamehameha Highway.  The phone is 808-239-8522 in case you get lost.

Buy some sushi and chicken at the Waikane store and a bunch of apple bananas at the hut.  Drive on up to Kualoa Regional Park, find a table and have the best picnic lunch you'll find anywhere.

It is also a great host in the Hawaiian style.  Activities include horseback riding, guided ATV tours, Ranch and Jurasic Park movie set tours, a Jungle Expedition Tour by 6×6 trucks and garden, tropical plant and fishpond tour.  The ranch also hosts groups for weddings and group meetings in spectacular settings.  It also conducts special sports activities ranging from Rodeo to off road vehicle mud bog contests.

Kualoa is one of the most historically significant destinations on Oahu, and in ancient times, one of the most sacred places on the island. Come experience the aloha and special sense of 'ohana' (family) that the Kualoa employees share.

Check out Kualoa Ranch at http://www.kualoaranch.com/index.htm