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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii's Big Island
Lava and rainbow at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii's Big Island (James Randklev/Digital Vision/Getty)

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Big Island Travel Tips

  • Take a helicopter ride over a volcano and Hawaii's lava-seared landscape.
  • Walk through a lava tube and see steaming sulphur banks at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
  • Swim alongside green sea turtles at Punaluu on the southeast side of the island near Naalehu.
  • Perfect your dives at Cavern Point, Place of Refuge, Kailua Pine Trees, and Red Hill.
  • Gaze at the stars through telescopes at one of the world's best places for astronomy.

Big Island Overview

The Big Island of Hawaii—the island that lends its name to the entire 1,500-mile-long Hawaiian archipelago—is where Mother Nature pulled out all the stops. Simply put, it's spectacular. Read More

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Hilton Waikoloa Village

425 Waikoloa Beach Drive
Kamuela, HI 96743 Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

75-5660 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona (Big Island), HI 96740 Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: 3 class stars
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Kona Village Resort

Queen Kaahumanu Highway
Kailua - Kona (Big Island), HI 96740 Map

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Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Attractions

Hapuna Beach

expert favorite attraction
Off Hwy. 19
Big Island, Hawaii

Distance: 28.4 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Set up base camp here. Half a mile long and almost 200 feet wide, this beach is frequently rated... Read More
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Akaka Falls

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On Hwy. 19, (8 miles north of Hilo)
Hawaii (The Big Island), Hawaii

Distance: 56.9 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Akaka Falls State Park offers a moderately difficult but well-maintained, paved loop trail,... Read More
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Crater Rim Trail

Hilo, Hawaii

Distance: 50.4 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Crater Rim Trail offers a challenging 11-mile hike that circles Kilauea Volcano's summit.... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near Big Island

Distance (mi.)
Kona/Big Island Keahole Airport 6.1 map Flight Deals to KOA
Maui Kahului Airport 91.6 map Flight Deals to OGG
Honolulu/Oahu International Airport 171.6 map Flight Deals to HNL

Other Smaller Airports near Big Island

Distance (mi.)
Hilo/Big Island Hilo International Airport 61.8 map Flight Deals to ITO
Hoolehua Molokai Airport 117.8 map

Flight Deals to Big Island

Originating From
Honolulu (HNL) to Kona (KOA) $105
Portland, OR (PDX) to Kona (KOA) $428
Phoenix (PHX) to Kona (KOA) $484
Seattle (SEA) to Kona (KOA) $486
San Francisco (SFO) to Kona (KOA) $704

Feature Articles

  • True Hawaii
    When you think of Hawaii, do you think of ukuleles, surfing and luaus? Not bad images when plotting your escape, but we’re going to expand your vision of these Pacific isles. We present you with six unexpected, themed adventures. Whether you love snorkeling, hula dancing, food, silver-screen scenery, exotic flowers or absolute privacy, we have uncovered just the Hawaiian-island activity for you.
  • Rocked in the Cradle of the Deep
    Divers from all over come to explore the north end of the Big Island
  • Aloha Midnight
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    Red-hot lava, scary pelagics, and heavenly creatures all come out after dark on Hawaii's Big Island
  • Four Seasons Hualalai, Big Island (HI)
    Hawaii's Best Family Resorts
  • Hot Spot
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    With volcanic rivers of free-flowing lava, this island's on fire
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Big Island Vacation Rentals

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Prestigious Keauhou Town Home

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishes, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Towels, Utensils
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Palm House: Surrounded By Lush Greenery

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.5
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: BBQ, Ceiling fans, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Hair Dryer, Hot Tub, Laundry, Microwave, Oceanfront, Swimming Pool, TV
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Fantastic Oceanfront! Paradise Found at Surf and Raquet Club

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Oceanfront, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils, VCR
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