Backpacking Boyd Devines

Sunshine, salty air, and a scoop (or three) of pure island happiness 🍦🌺

🍨 Gypsea Gelato – Big Island Bliss in a Cup

If you’re exploring the Big Island and find yourself strolling through Kailua-Kona, do yourself a favor and follow the sweet scent of freshly made waffle cones. That’s where you’ll find Gypsea Gelato — a vibrant little scoop shop serving up some of the creamiest, dreamiest gelato in Hawai‘i.

✨ Why we love it:
* House-made gelato with ultra-smooth texture
* Gluten-free and dairy-free options available 🙌
* Tropical flavors inspired by the islands
* Rotating specials (hello, ube + lilikoi!)
* The perfect cool-down after a day in the Kona sun

From classic chocolate and pistachio to island-inspired flavors bursting with local flair, every scoop tastes like vacation. Grab a cup or cone and wander toward the ocean — sunset + gelato = Big Island magic. 🌅

📍 Pro tip: Stop by after dinner in Kona town and take your dessert for a sunset walk along the waterfront. It’s the kind of simple travel moment you’ll remember long after the trip ends.

Have you tried Gypsea Gelato yet? Tell us your favorite flavor below! 👇🍦

Freshly baked paradise on the Big Island 🍞🌺

Punaluʻu Bake Shop — the southernmost bakery in the U.S., family-owned, locally loved, and a true Big Island classic. Whether you’re road-tripping the island or chasing fresh lava views, this is one stop you don’t want to skip.

✨ Why we love it:
• Famous Hawaiian Sweet Bread — a generations-old secret recipe, baked fresh daily
• Multiple flavors + loaves perfect to take home
• Must-try malasadas (hot tip: get them warm 😍)
• Full menu with sandwiches, coffee, snacks & pastries
• Great place to refuel and relax between adventures

🌋 Super easy stop after visiting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park — come hungry, leave happy ☕🥐

fun in the sun

One month on the Big Island and we’re just getting started.

We’re here for the season, living slow, and chasing the whale migration. 🐋✨

If Hawaiʻi’s on your mind, stick around—recommendations, favorite spots, and local gems coming soon 🤍