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2016 Travels -- Hilton Waikoloa - Big Island, Hawaii

Travel Journal

A Return to the Big Island

Nostalgia meets new perspectives at the Hilton Waikoloa Resort

3
Days
1
Resort
15
Minutes Walk-time
2
Hurricanes (avoided)
Section I

A Return to the Big Island

This weekend took me back to the Hilton Waikoloa Resort on the Big Island, a place I hadn’t visited since childhood. Walking through the resort stirred up memories of running around as a kid, although now, I’m picking up on details I hadn’t noticed before. While the place hasn’t changed much, experiencing it as an adult offered a new perspective.

 

Section II

Practical Tips for Your Stay

The Big Island offers a slower pace, with limited activities after dark. After sunset, the main options are winding down in your hotel room or catching a movie.

Tip: Since the island quiets down significantly once the sun goes down, plan your evenings for relaxation or low-key entertainment within the resort grounds.
Section III

Accommodations: Makai Lagoon Tower

I stayed in the Makai Lagoon Tower, which I’d recommend for its convenience. This resort is quite expansive, with a 15-minute walk from one end to the other, so staying in the Lagoon Tower cuts down on travel time to the main attractions within the resort.

FeatureBenefit
LocationCentral access
Scale15-min end-to-end
RecommendationHigh for convenience
Section IV

Gear Highlight: Casio G-Shock GLX5600

For this trip, I went with my Casio G-Shock GLX5600 in Red.

  • →Casio G-Shock GLX5600 (Red) — Handled water exposure flawlessly and stayed comfortable on the wrist even in the high heat and humidity. With two hurricanes tracking nearby, it was a relief that neither caused issues during the weekend.
 
Section V

Final Thoughts

Overall, while I enjoyed the nostalgia, this resort caters best to families with young kids who can make full use of the pools and water slides. For a more activity-filled vacation, I might look elsewhere next time, but it was still a worthwhile experience for a relaxing weekend.

Happy travels!

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