Molokai
Molokai
Activities
On Molokai, you can do as much as you want or nothing at all. Perhaps a little of both? Snorkeling, scuba, fishing, whale watching, golf, hikes, tours? Or maybe try to complete that book you’ve been reading. Or a nap at the beach under a palm tree. Molokai embraces the true Hawaiian spirit but without the typical Hawaiian fanfare. The pace is slower here, the nightlife and megaresorts are practically nonexistent (no buildings taller than a coconut tree are allowed), you won't even find a traffic light on this small island (38 miles long and 10 miles wide). You will find tranquility and nature - waterfalls, beaches, coves, coral reefs and rainforests, all best explored by foot, horse or boat. Molokai is also known for its fabulous mountain biking.
Transportation
Getting to Molokai can be a challenge, but well worth the effort. There are no direct flights from anywhere outside Hawaii, so you’ll have to connect in either Honolulu or Maui.
Food & Drink
Those looking for fine dining on Molokai will be disappointed, but if you just want something fresh and hearty to eat, Kaunakakai has more than a week’s worth of options, all inexpensive. When people on Molokai mention “hot bread,” they’re talking about the signature item of Kanemitsu’s Bakery an iconic island experience. First you have to find the bakery’s back door: Head up the Hotel Street alley past the bakery and turn left at the white awning; walk 10 yards past a few benches and turn left again; the window counter is just ahead. You can order loaves of hot (or warm) white bread and a few select pastries from 8 to about 11pm. Ask for butter, jelly, cinnamon, or cream cheese ($7 for two fillings, $8 for the works), and the bakers will cut the hot loaves down the middle and slather on fillings so they melt in the bread—perfect for dessert, breakfast, and several snacks, if you don’t mind the carbs.
Unfortunately there are no self-catering offers at this location at the moment.