HAWAII – THE BIG ISLAND

There are many things to consider when planning a trip to the Big Island of Hawaii.  First you must determine what part on the Big Island of Hawaii you would like to stay. 

There are 6 general areas:

• The Kona Coast
• The Kohala Coast
• Volcano (South Point)
• Hilo
• Hamakua Coast
• Waimea (Kamuela)

Each area is unique in it’s own special way and you will surely find an attractive area to stay.  The Big Island offers the best luxury hotels, resorts, cottages, condo’s, bed & breakfasts and vacation rentals with some that appeal to families, couples and singles.  Wherever you plan to stay or location you are planning to travel to; always check to make sure they have the specific attractions or amenities you want. 

The tourist attractions the Big Island of Hawaii has to offer are:

No matter where you plan to stay on the Big Island of Hawaii, there are a few issues that every person should know. 

If you are an U.S. or Canadian citizen, a passport is not required, but is highly recommended when traveling to the Big Island of Hawaii.  U.S. or Canadian citizens must present a government issued proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate, and a government issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license. 

The high peak season (most expensive) for travel to the Big Island of Hawaii is mid-December to mid-April.  The mid peak season (moderately priced) for travel is mid-June to August.  The off peak season (least expensive) for travel to the Big Island of Hawaii is mid-April to mid-June and September to mid-December. 

Hawaii technically has two seasons, dry season and wet season.  Both of them are warm because Hawaii lies at the edge of the tropical belt.  The dry season is April – October and the rainy season is November – March. 

There are warm, sunny days during the rainy season, it just rains more in the rainy season than it does in the dry season.  The year-round temperature does not vary much with average temperatures at 84 degrees during the dry season and 77 degrees during the rainy season.

The Big Island of Hawaii hosts a variety of different events throughout the year.  Here are a few of the bigger events:

• Lei Day Celebrations (May)
• Kamehameha Celebrations (June)
• Aloha Festival (September)
• Festival of the Lights (December)

I’m sure no matter where you stay, or what you do; your travel experience to the Big Island of Hawaii will be exceptionally cherished! Be sure to check out our Hawaii resource guide if your traveling to other parts of Hawaii.