Hawaii’s Big Island Food + Historical Pictures

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“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Venture out across the water or over rugged terrain to this remote monument commemorating the famous British explorer.

This serene Hilo bayfront park offers the serenity of a Japanese garden, a lush canopy of banyan trees and beautiful views from a sacred ancient Hawai’ian island.

Visit these former royal grounds and sacred refuge to learn all about ancient Hawaiian society.

Visit the oldest Christian church in Hawai\'i to admire an example of architecture unlike any other on the islands and gain insight into the local religious history.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

Visit this Kohala harbor town to enjoy excellent fresh seafood and art galleries, surf clear swells rolling into the harbor and see an ancient Hawai’ian temple.

Visit these former royal grounds and sacred refuge to learn all about ancient Hawaiian society.

Visit these former royal grounds and sacred refuge to learn all about ancient Hawaiian society.

Visit the oldest Christian church in Hawai\'i to admire an example of architecture unlike any other on the islands and gain insight into the local religious history.

Visit the original bronze tribute to Hawai’i’s most famous leader, King Kamehameha I, standing regally in North Kohala and ceremonially draped with fragrant leis.

Discover the stunning natural beauty and fascinating history of this paradise island, the largest in the United States.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

Visit the original bronze tribute to Hawai’i’s most famous leader, King Kamehameha I, standing regally in North Kohala and ceremonially draped with fragrant leis.

Visit the original bronze tribute to Hawai’i’s most famous leader, King Kamehameha I, standing regally in North Kohala and ceremonially draped with fragrant leis.

Visit these former royal grounds and sacred refuge to learn all about ancient Hawaiian society.

Discover the stunning natural beauty and fascinating history of this paradise island, the largest in the United States.