Hawaii's Big Island

Hawaii's Big Island

Diverse is the word most commonly used to describe Hawaii's Big Island. Not only does the Big Island have tremendous sun and surf appeal, it boasts Kilauea Volcano, the world's most active volcano, known as our "drive-in volcano," unique active adventures and white, black and green sand beaches. There are said to be 13 climatic regions on earth and the Big Island has all but two, the Arctic and the Saharan.

For sports enthusiasts, Hawaii's Big Island is known as the Golf Capital of Hawaii with twenty spectacular golf courses. The Big Island is home to the Senior PGA MasterCard Tournament of Champions, Hilton Waikoloa Village USTA Tennis Challenger and Ironman Triathlon World Championship. Hawaii's Big Island is also home grounds of the Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament held in Kona, the "Billfish Capital of the World."

Nearly every one of the Big Island's stunningly diverse regions from the lava fields of Puna to Kohala's lush valleys-boasts its own nationally recognized park.

A journey of discovery to the sacred places and historic sites of Hawaii's Big Island unveil an understanding of the ancient Hawaiian culture and provide the perfect backdrop for restoration and rejuvenation.

Stand in awe at Mookini Heiau (temple) where King Kamehameha the Great was born. Feel the power of Puukohola Heiau, the 224-foot long by 100-foot wide stone heiau platform, the site of King Kamehameha the Great's launch to successfully unite all the Hawaiian islands. These are just a sampling of the many cultural and historic sites that offer a the look into the rich past of Hawaii's Big Island.

Hawaii's Big Island is a must-see for travelers who wants to experience Hawaii's rich cultural history, unique natural resources and active adventures that reveal magical settings, beautiful ocean coastlines and breathtaking views.

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