Big Island Things to Do

Back in September, we blogged about the world of music on Hawai‘i Island, and our wealth of great venues for live entertainment of all kinds, from good ol’ American rock…

There’s an art to coping with stressful times, and art itself can challenge, inspire, and compel us. Especially in Hawai‘i, where we are surrounded by beauty in nature, art can…

Hawai‘i is a potluck society. Her foods, like her people, all come from somewhere else. We each bring a taste of this and that to a table where everybody shares,…

Hapuna Golf Course is a favorites of both visiting and kama‘āina golfers. Designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay in 1992, it’s a “links-style,” 18-hole, Par 72 course of 6,875…

Hawaiʻi Island is a beautiful place for people to live; its beaches magnificent places for us to play. But long before we came here, marine wildlife made their home here,…

The spectacular Kohala Coast is a natural mecca for travelers. Crystal white sand beaches stretch along black lava shores, where the sparkling blue Pacific beckons surfers, sailors, snorkelers and those…

The end of the year is exciting for Hawai‘i Island, especially along the Kona-Kohala Coast, where our biggest visitors, the humpback whales, arrive in force, after their long journey from…

Vegetarian and Vegan Dining Options on Hawai’i Island Hawai’i Island dining has never been better, and that includes options for vegetarians, vegans and other discriminating diners. Several new restaurants on…

Music is a beautiful part of the Hawai‘i Island experience, especially along the melodious Kohala Coast. Here, the soothing sounds of ‘ukulele, slack key, steel guitar and sweet singers fill…

A festive farmland feast for families, friends and foodies! Each September for the last 23 years, the community celebrates Hawaii’s farm and ranch lands at Taste ...