2. Vacation in Hawaii Irene Matsumoto

3. The Big Island

4. Waikoloa

5. Places I Stayed

6. Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows Mauna Lani offers a wide variety of vacation experiences. Whether it's enjoying a game of golf or tennis, luxuriating in our Hawaiian inspired spa, or spending time with your family, we have the perfect vacation package for you. We invite you to enjoy the following facilities, activities, and services which are complimentary to guests of The Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows.

7. Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa The beauty of Hawaii's Big Island is reflected within the contemporary elegance of the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Located beachfront along the Big Island's sunny Kohala Coast, the resort features redesigned guestrooms, Mandara Spa, heated Infinity pool, two Keiki(children) pools, Ocean View dining, private lanai's, championship golf, ocean activities, spectacular sunsets and within walking distance to numerous shopping and dining options.

8. Beaches on the Big Island Anaeho'omalu Bay - A lovely family beach in the palms, comfortable and fun for young and old, "A-Bay" is considerably calm, has nice sand and excellent facilities. You can rent sailboards, a sailboat or other water gear, and play in the water, or explore the ancient fishponds. Bring your binoculars for seasonal whale watching.

10. Hapuna State Beach Landscaped beach park with swimming during clam seas, bodysurfing during periods of shore breaks, sunbathing and other beach-related activities, picnicking and shelter lodging opportunities. Dangerous rip currents and pounding shore breaks during periods of high surf! Waves over 3 feet high are for experts--all other should stay out of the water and away from the shoreline! Lifeguard services. Hiking opportunity along the coastal trail. 61.8 acres

12. Beach Life