{"id":123883,"date":"2025-07-13T06:00:47","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T16:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/?p=123883"},"modified":"2025-08-19T12:33:48","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T22:33:48","slug":"a-three-day-o%ca%bbahu-itinerary-from-halekulani-chef-concierge-david-nakamura","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/a-three-day-o%ca%bbahu-itinerary-from-halekulani-chef-concierge-david-nakamura\/","title":{"rendered":"A Three-Day O\u02bbahu Itinerary From Halekulani Chef Concierge David Nakamura"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_123893\" style=\"width: 8698px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_Spa_Lanai.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123893\" class=\"size-full wp-image-123893\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_Spa_Lanai.jpg\" alt=\"SpaHalekulani. Courtesy of Halekulani.\" width=\"8688\" height=\"5792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_Spa_Lanai.jpg 8688w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_Spa_Lanai-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_Spa_Lanai-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_Spa_Lanai-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 8688px) 100vw, 8688px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123893\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">SpaHalekulani. Courtesy of Halekulani.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the heart of every remarkable hotel experience is someone working behind the scenes to make the impossible possible. For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.halekulani.com\/\">Halekulani<\/a> Chef Concierge David Nakamura that\u2019s just another day on the job. With an unwavering commitment to service, Nakamura takes pride in going above and beyond for his guests. He and his dedicated team work diligently to ensure that each guest has a memorable experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_123890\" style=\"width: 210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123890\" class=\"wp-image-123890 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"David Nakamura. Courtesy of Halekulani.\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_david_nakamura.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123890\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">David Nakamura. Courtesy of Halekulani.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What sets Halekulani apart isn\u2019t just the stunning ocean views or luxury accommodations\u2014it\u2019s the people. \u201dWhat truly makes this hotel special is the attention and care we provide each guest,\u201d Nakamura said. \u201cThis genuine care can only come from the best staff the industry can provide. It is truly the staff that brings this hotel to life.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nakamura\u2019s roots run deep in the islands. Born and raised on Kaua\u02bbi, he brings an authentic sense of aloha to everything he does. Now based on O\u02bbahu, David balances his busy professional life with time spent with family. His favorite thing about living in Hawai\u02bbi is the people and the weather.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As Chef Concierge at Halekulani, Nakamura helps guests discover the best of O\u02bbahu. This is how he recommends spending three perfect days here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Three Perfect Days on O\u02bbahu with Halekulani as Your Hub<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Waik\u012bk\u012b Wonders &amp; Cultural Gems<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Beach Walk + Art Gallery<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check in at Halekulani and settle into your oceanfront oasis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy a light lunch at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.halekulani.com\/dining\/house-without-a-key\/\">House Without A Key<\/a>, Halekulani\u2019s poolside restaurant. Try Joy\u2019s Special \u2013 the hotel\u2019s signature crab, bacon, and avocado sandwich, paired with a refreshing Halekulani Mai Tai.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroll along Waik\u012bk\u012b Beach with Diamond Head as your backdrop.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Green Room Art Gallery at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queenkapiolani.com\/\">Queen Kapiolani Hotel<\/a>, showcasing a vibrant collection of contemporary art featuring surf and Hawaiian culture art by local and international artists.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Beach Bites and Wildlife<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab a bite at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/waikiki-beachside-bistro-honolulu\">Waik\u012bk\u012b Beachside Bistro<\/a>, a casual, walk-up eatery steps from the sand known for its pineapple slushy and garlic shrimp.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.honoluluzoo.org\/\">Honolulu Zoo<\/a>, home to over 1,200 animals and more than 120 species, such as black rhinos and komodo dragons. Across the street is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waikikiaquarium.org\/\">Waik\u012bk\u012b Aquarium<\/a>, home to Hawaiian marine life, coral reefs, and educational exhibits.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Mediterranean Dinner<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dine at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.halekulani.com\/dining\/orchids\/\">Orchids<\/a>, Halekulani\u2019s Mediterranean-inspired restaurant. Request a Diamond Head view to enjoy live music and hula from House Without A Key next door.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_123895\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123895\" class=\"wp-image-123895 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"House without a Key. Courtesy of Halekulani.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_house_without_a_key-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123895\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">House without a Key. Courtesy of Halekulani.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Day 2:<\/strong> North Shore Escape<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Morning:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doleplantation.com\/\">Dole Plantation<\/a> and Hale\u02bbiwa Town<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head out early for a day on the North Shore. Stop at the Dole Plantation for a garden stroll, train ride, and maze adventure. Don\u2019t miss the original Dole Whip and pineapple-themed souvenirs. Bring cash, sunscreen, and an appetite!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore Hale\u02bbiwa Town, a charming surf village full of local shops, art galleries, and food trucks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cool off with a famous <a href=\"https:\/\/matsumotoshaveice.com\/\">Matsumoto\u2019s Shave Ice<\/a>\u2014try the Hawaiian Special or local favorite with azuki beans and condensed milk. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polugallery.com\/?srsltid=AfmBOop6JdOiHpXvuG3lEy4ss6GF41PSyBjCvP54ioIGVaX-FMWTY95i\">Polu Gallery<\/a> for surf-inspired art and gifts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Shrimp and Surf Spots<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab lunch at a shrimp truck\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/romyskahukuprawnsandshrimp?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D\">Romy\u2019s<\/a> or the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/giovannisshrimptruck.com\/\">Giovanni\u2019s<\/a> are excellent choices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wander through<a href=\"https:\/\/www.waimeavalley.net\/botanical-collection\"> Waimea Valley Botanical Gardens<\/a> and take a dip beneath the waterfall.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the way back, cruise past Sunset Beach and Banzai Pipeline, legendary surf spots that are calm and swimmable in summer but awe-inspiring in winter.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>*Or package it<\/strong> with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Honolulu\/Full-Day-Waimea-Waterfall-Hike-Including-Dole-and-Meals-Plus-Hotel-Pick-Up\/d59070-113131P2?pid=P00251274&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link&amp;medium_version=selector\">Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim &amp; Dole Plantation Tour with Lunch<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Down Time<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return to Halekulani and unwind with in-room dining\u2014a well-deserved treat after a full day of adventure.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_123904\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123904\" class=\"size-large wp-image-123904\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-1024x661.jpg\" alt=\"Waimea Falls. Courtesy of Shutterstock.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-1024x661.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-768x496.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-1536x992.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/waimea_falls_shutterstock_-2048x1322.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123904\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Waimea Falls. Courtesy of Shutterstock.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Day 3:<\/strong> Art, Architecture &amp; Leisure<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/honolulumuseum.org\/pQoxDSw\/shangri-la-tour\">Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art<\/a> (reserve in advance) for a stunning oceanfront experience of Islamic art and architecture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Local Lunch and Architecture<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy lunch and a 100% Kona coffee at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.islandvintagecoffee.com\/\">Island Vintage Coffee<\/a> at Royal Hawaiian Center. Choose from an array of a\u00e7a\u00ed bowls, poke, or garlic ahi. Or hop in line at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marugameudon.com\/locations\/#tab-hawaii\">Marugame Udon<\/a> (don\u2019t worry, it moves fast!) for fresh, handmade noodles and tempura.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.liljestrandhouse.org\/tours\/\">Liljestrand House<\/a>, a stunning mid-century modern architectural gem in the hills above Honolulu. Designed by renowned architect Vladimir Ossipoff in the 1950s, the impeccably preserved home offers sweeping views of the city and the ocean.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Spa Day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relax by the Halekulani pool or indulge in treatment at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.halekulani.com\/facilities\/spahalekulani\/\"> SpaHalekulani<\/a>. Try the Vibroacoustic Experience, Zero Gravity Pedicure, or a personalized Scalp Therapy session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Luxury Sendoff<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin your evening with a cocktail at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.halekulani.com\/dining\/laperitif-cocktail-bar\/\">L\u2019Aperitif<\/a>, Waik\u012bk\u012b\u2019s best-kept secret.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, savor a world-class dinner at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.halekulani.com\/dining\/la-mer\/\">La Mer<\/a>, Hawai\u02bbi\u2019s longest-running AAA Five Diamond and Forbes 5-Star restaurant, where French culinary artistry meets island elegance. An elegant ending to three days in paradise.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_123891\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123891\" class=\"size-large wp-image-123891\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer-1024x771.jpg\" alt=\"La Mer. Courtesy of Halekulani.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer-1536x1156.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/halekulani_La_Mer-2048x1542.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123891\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Mer. Courtesy of Halekulani.<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At the heart of every remarkable hotel experience is someone working behind the scenes to make the impossible possible. For Halekulani Chef Concierge David Nakamura that\u2019s just another day on the job. 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