Big Island Articles
Mauna Kea
by Jeanette Foster
Wright, the first licensed guide to take people up to the top of the Mauna Kea, the world’s tallest mountain when measured from the base, and an astonishing 13,796 feet when measured from the sea, fell in love with this often-snow capped peak the first time he saw it.
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Historic Hilo
by Jeanette Foster
Archeologists can trace Hawaiian peoples to this verdant area back to 1100 A.D., especially the vicinity around Hilo Bay and the Wailuku River. When the missionaries arrived in 1824, they too settled close to the river, as Hilo began to grow in response to the number of whaling ships and other ships of com- merce arriving at Hilo’s new port.
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Waimea
By Jeanette Foster Photos courtesy of Jim Zampathas
Just say the word “Hawaii”, and most people think of white sand beaches, gentle rolling surf and waving palm trees. While the imagery for the islands is accurate, picturesque rural communi- ties are also found – such as Waimea (aka Kamuela) – which is just a short, 15 minute drive from the beautiful beaches of the Big Island’s Kohala Coast.
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A Study In Contrasts
Story and photos by Lois Whitney Bisquera
On the Big Island, diversity is everywhere. It vascillates between boiling and freezing, barren and lush, ancient and cutting-edge. It’s a sightseeing extraganza, one which rewards the persistent with a fascinating tour de force.
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Volcanoes National Park
by Jeanette Foster
Don’t leave the Big Island without seeing the “Greatest Show on Earth” the erupting Kilauea volcano, in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which has been putting on a spectacular live show of fiery red rivers of molten lava since January 3, 1983.
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Extreme Sightseeing
by Lois Whitney Bisquera Photos courtesy of: BIEA II, Dahana Ranch, Paradise Helicopters, Torpedo Tours
For some, the perfect day would entail shopping, beach bumming and a sunset dinner. But for others looking to amp up their visit with some excitement, a bit of physical challenge and perhaps getting a little wet, the list of things to do on the Big Island is endless. Here are a few enticing suggestions, as well as some practical considerations.
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Museums & Other Must-see-ums
By: Paula Thomas Photos provided by Joey Corcino and Chris Morakis
From Hawaiian hula performances to Portuguese bread- making demonstrations, the Big Island serves up culture throughout the island. The local style is casual and comfortable; sometimes a cultural experience can be simply just a conversation away.
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