Big Island

Back in 2018, we shared some of Hawaii Island's best restaurants in or near Hilo, on the windward or east side of Hawaii Island. But the restaurant scene has changed since then. Here’s an update...

Most visitors to Hawai'i Island come to enjoy our beautiful outdoors, whether they enjoy playing in the ocean, riding horses at one of our many ranches, or simply sunbathing on Hawaii Island's pristine beaches. Sometimes,...

Where to Find Lava Tubes on Big Island A large part of what makes Hawaii special is its unique geography. Volcanoes, plateaus, rainforest, beaches , and more all come together to make Hawaii such a...

Explore the best pizza spots in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii, including Big Island Pizza Napoletana, Kona Brewing Company, Get Sum Pizza, Bianelli's Gourmet Pizza and Pasta, and Longboard Legends Pizza.

The Big Island of Hawaii has a history of volcanic activity. Read a local's account of eruptions over the last several decades and understand the impact of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.

We continue to raise funds and accept donations through our non-profit arm to benefit Hawaii Island residents displaced by the volcanic activity in recent months. Please read on for more details about how you can help members of our community!

As we continue the journey of Hawaiian language history, we will leave Puna and head to Ka’ū. From there, we will explore the origins of the following place names: Kona, Waimea, Kohala, and Hāmākua.

The names of areas around the Big Island of Hawaii have significant meanings. We put together the history behind some of the recognizable town names and districts on the island: Hilo and Puna.

Rounding out TripAdvisor's Top 25 United States Destinations in No. 10 is none other than Hawai‘i Island. Covering 4,028 square miles, Hawai'i Island (the “Big Island”) is the youngest and the largest of the Hawaiian Islands.