We had been thinking of going to the Big Island for a while now. After realizing how little time we have left in Hawaii we figured we should do it now! 

Day 1- we went to Waimea Valley, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and then to see the Lava glow at night. 

Day 2- we hiked around Volcano National Park and went to the Observatory to stargaze. 

Day 3- we saw turtles sunbathing on Black Sand Beach, went to Green Sand Beach, and the City of Refuge. 

It was a very busy 3 days, everyone is exhausted, but it was a great adventure and we really enjoyed it! (And it was our first family trip with Adaline!)