gordylad Posted January 3, 2023 #1 Share Posted January 3, 2023 For anyone who has been/cruised to Hawaii we believe the casino is closed for the nights the ship is in Hawaii ports? We have booked a cruise that stops for overnights in Hilo, Kona and Maui so wondering if there are any recommendations for evening activity while off the ship? Tx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cw2go Posted January 3, 2023 #2 Share Posted January 3, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, gordylad said: For anyone who has been/cruised to Hawaii we believe the casino is closed for the nights the ship is in Hawaii ports? We have booked a cruise that stops for overnights in Hilo, Kona and Maui so wondering if there are any recommendations for evening activity while off the ship? Tx Dinner at Mama's Fish House in Maui. Its' a true Hawaiian experience. Or Fleetwood's super sunset views! Or maybe look for a Luau? If doing the Road To Hana, you'll get back late. On Big Island, the volcano is beautiful at night, the lava is cool to see. Parking can be limited so plan to arrive early. Patty Edited January 3, 2023 by cw2go 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cw2go Posted January 3, 2023 #3 Share Posted January 3, 2023 (edited) Also if you're into a more lively vibe, Down the Hatch in Lahaina is fun. The Food is good and they have music nightly. It's an open air dining area with a koi pond and bar. Super casual. Look them up, great fish tacos. Edited January 3, 2023 by cw2go 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordylad Posted January 3, 2023 Author #4 Share Posted January 3, 2023 Thanks..it seems Maui will keep us occupied but not sure about Hilo and Kona. Do you recommend hiring a car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cw2go Posted January 3, 2023 #5 Share Posted January 3, 2023 5 minutes ago, gordylad said: Thanks..it seems Maui will keep us occupied but not sure about Hilo and Kona. Do you recommend hiring a car? Where are you from? USA? I'd rent a car. The roads are super easy! Kona is full of higher end hotels and dining. Hilo is more locals. VNP is pretty centered. The beaches are nice on Kona side, I did a dolphins swim/snorkel trip. MIND BLOWN! Swam with about 200 dolphins near Cape Cook So for you ports, I'd suggest VNP out Hilo and beach activity out of Kona side. Patty 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted January 4, 2023 #6 Share Posted January 4, 2023 1 hour ago, gordylad said: Thanks..it seems Maui will keep us occupied but not sure about Hilo and Kona. Do you recommend hiring a car? On our last trip we booked a car in both Hilo and Kona. Had a great time. Drove to the top of Haleakala out of Hilo and in Kona we drove to Volcanic National Park. Great outing at much more comfortable pace and cost than a ships excursion. Cars were available at the pier. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbenboys Posted January 4, 2023 #7 Share Posted January 4, 2023 Hilo is the wet side and there is not much in town. I rented a car and drove to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted January 4, 2023 #8 Share Posted January 4, 2023 2 minutes ago, Jim_Iain said: Drove to the top of Haleakala out of Hilo and in Kona we drove to Volcanic National Park. Haleakala is on Maui :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted January 4, 2023 #9 Share Posted January 4, 2023 Neither Hilo nor Kona is noted for great nightlife. I'd make reservations for a nice dinner in each spot and then partake in activities on the ship. Whether you eat late or make reservations for sunset is a personal call. You could do a luau in Kona, Voyagers of the Pacific Luau is well regarded, but that would be doing something just to be doing something. Which ship are you on? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princeton123211 Posted January 4, 2023 #10 Share Posted January 4, 2023 35 minutes ago, scottca075 said: Neither Hilo nor Kona is noted for great nightlife. If we're bring honest nowhere in Hawaii has really great nightlife except maybe some spots in Honolulu. Even restaurants in Lahaina are closing kitchens by 10 and the bars not much longer behind that in tourist areas/resorts. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordylad Posted January 4, 2023 Author #11 Share Posted January 4, 2023 4 hours ago, scottca075 said: Neither Hilo nor Kona is noted for great nightlife. I'd make reservations for a nice dinner in each spot and then partake in activities on the ship. Whether you eat late or make reservations for sunset is a personal call. You could do a luau in Kona, Voyagers of the Pacific Luau is well regarded, but that would be doing something just to be doing something. Which ship are you on? Edge 2024 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordylad Posted January 4, 2023 Author #12 Share Posted January 4, 2023 my wife keeps saying why are we doing Hawaii when we like the caribbean.......lol she might have a point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted January 4, 2023 #13 Share Posted January 4, 2023 11 minutes ago, gordylad said: Edge 2024 10 minutes ago, gordylad said: my wife keeps saying why are we doing Hawaii when we like the caribbean.......lol she might have a point This is the strangest Hawaii itinerary I've ever seen. It seems like they are just trying to burn time until it's time for the Sydney portion of the ship's schedule. That said, you will certainly not want for nighttime activities on The Edge. Saturday, September 21 Vancouver, BC, Canada 5:00pm Sunday, September 22 At Sea Monday, September 23 At Sea Tuesday, September 24 At Sea Wednesday, September 25 At Sea Thursday, September 26 At Sea Friday, September 27 Hilo, Hawaii, HI 8:00am Saturday, September 28 Hilo, Hawaii, HI 5:00pm Sunday, September 29 Kona, Hawaii, HI 8:00am Monday, September 30 Kona, Hawaii, HI 5:00pm Tuesday, October 1 Lahaina, Maui, HI 8:00am Wednesday, October 2 Lahaina, Maui, HI 5:00pm Thursday, October 3 Honolulu, Oahu, HI 7:00am Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordylad Posted January 4, 2023 Author #14 Share Posted January 4, 2023 yes its pretty different this schedule.....we will be on the edge for the first time in October doing Rome to Dubai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saving Up To Be Eccentric Posted January 9, 2023 #15 Share Posted January 9, 2023 My $0.02: the best night life you'll find on the Kona side of the island is a night snorkel (or dive, depending on your skills) with the manta rays. This was an amazing included excursion on my cruise, but it's offered by a bunch of 3rd parties. The only warning is that, even if they include food, you will probably become hungry again once you're no longer on the small boat, so plan on finding late night snacks or room service aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinMSN Posted January 19, 2023 #16 Share Posted January 19, 2023 My husband, son and I are certified divers. I really want to do this on our Quantum OTS sailing (April 2023). RCCL has only a couple of excursions listed and this certainly isn't one. Do you recommend any particular tour company? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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