Both the east and west side of the Big Island are worth visiting. It’s very easy to visit both sides of the island in a single trip, even if you decide to book a place to stay in the western town of Kailua-Kona or the eastern town of Hilo. Big Island tours, like the one […]
Looking to avoid crowds? Touring the Big Island might be the perfect way for you to spend your Hawaiian vacation! The Big Island has 100,000-175,000 visitors each month. This makes the island the third most visited out of the main Hawaiian Islands. Only Kauai receives less visitors out of the main four islands, but Kauai […]
The Big Island of Hawaii is full of great places to stay. Hilo is a good place to check out rainforests and waterfalls, and Volcano Village makes for a great home base for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park-based trips. But Kailua-Kona is where we recommend first-time Big Island visitors stay – especially if you’re planning on […]
The biggest island in Hawaii is known as Hawaii Island or the Island of Hawaii. While it might be confusing that a Hawaiian island is named Hawaii Island, Hawaii Island had its name before the state of Hawaii did. Confusing, right? You can also thankfully call Hawaii Island by its nickname, the Big Island, which […]
The Island of Hawaii is known as the Big Island for a reason. Here, you can experience temperatures in the 30s on Mauna Kea while your friends at Hilo have a warm 80 degree day. So the coldest temperatures you experience on the Big Island largely depend on what part of the island you decide […]
Hawaii’s Big Island is full of a variety of beautiful beaches, but many of the most popular ones are found on its west coast. We’ve organized a list of the island’s best that beach-lovers and casual travelers alike must-see while touring the island. Best Beaches on the Big Island Kahalu’u Beach Park The clear, calm […]
The Big Island has something to offer year around! However, April, May, September, and October are the best months to visit if you’re hoping to beat the crowds. This is very helpful when touring the Big Island as some of the island’s top destinations have limited parking. Visiting during these months is also a great […]
The Big Island is full of natural sights and fun activities. The best way to make sure you’re not missing out on some of the island’s top destinations is by taking a self-guided tour. But if you’re already wanting to make a Big Island itinerary, here’s some of the best activities that the island has […]
There is no vehicle road to drive to the top of Diamond Head on your O’ahu tour. But good news: you CAN get there if you bring your hiking boots! The steep trail from the parking area to the top takes about 45 minutes, and the view is worth every moment. From this great height, […]
The southern side of O’ahu is almost universally considered a must-see. Take an O’ahu self-guided driving tour to see why! Honolulu If you don’t believe me when I say the waters at Honolulu are perfect, then just ask its first inhabitants! Honolulu was initially settled over 800 years ago. This spot was chosen above all […]