That shave ice is going to have to wait: Oahu is one of Hawaii’s biggest and most bustling islands, so when you touch down in Honolulu, proceed directly to Waikiki to find a good spot on the sand. Our friends at the excellent travel website Fathom, along with hometown girl and pro surfer Kelia Moniz, gave us their top picks for living aloha, plus an island-worthy collection filled with our favorites on Roxy.com.

Warm Up

Check into the Moana Surfrider and book a lomi lomi ola massage at the  Moana Lani Spa.

Cool Down

Recover from your lesson at Faith Surf School (run by Kelia’s parents!) with a Green Machine juice or ‘Awa Coconut smoothie at Diamond Head Cove Health Bar.

Take It In

Post up at Duke’s on the beach for the fish tacos at best sunset.

“I always come back for my family, friends, yummy food, happy faces, and lots of laughter.”  - Kelia Moniz

Carry On

Score chocolate-covered mac nuts and Hawaiian heirloom gold bangles at International Market Place.

Don’t Miss Out

Share giant plates of kalbi beef and bulgogi at Me’s Bar-B-Que (151 Uluniu Ave, Honolulu; +1-808-926-9717).

“I bring all my friends here for the best Korean food.” - Kelia Moniz

Get more of Kelia’s Waikiki picks – best beach, best surf break, best coffee – on Fathom.

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