Hawaii Travel Guide

8/10/2019 Hawaii Travel Guide

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HAWAII: THEBIGISLANDHawaii Island isnt just big, its still growing. The

Island of Hawaii is the youngest island in the Hawaiian

chain and is also by far the biggest, providing a vastcanvas of environments to discover a variety of unrivalednatural wonders. This is the home of one of the worldsmost active volcanoes (Kilauea, the tallest sea mountainin the world at more than !!,""" feet (#auna$ea, themost massive mountain in the world (#aunaloa and thelargest par$ in the state (Hawaii %olcanoes &ational'ar$. ll but two of the worlds climate )ones generateeverything from lush rain forests to volcanic desertssnow*capped mountaintops to beautiful blac$ sandbeaches. +hether youre loo$ing for a romantic getawayor a journey off the beaten path, youll discover it all onHawaii, the ig Island.

YOURRETURNTRIPTOTHEBIGISLAND+ith so much beauty to discover, so many historic sites to e-plore and so many adventures to

e-perience, a return visit to Hawaii Island is inevitable. &ow that youve had a taste of what HawaiiIsland has to offer, e-plore the island at a more leisurely pace or see regions you werent able to seebefore.

The first place to start is not on land, but in the water. +hether its diving with manta rays, goingon a whale watching tour, ta$ing a sunset cruise or going on a snor$eling e-pedition, youll findsome of Hawaii Islands biggest surprises out at sea. nd while you may have already seen lava meetthe sea at Hawaii %olcanoes &ational 'ar$, dont forget to loo$ towards the heavens atop #auna$eafor unparalleled starga)ing.

-plore the small towns of Hawaii Island and youre bound to discover treasures in the art andcoffee village of Holualoa, Hono$aa Town on the Hama$ua /oast, and peaceful Hawi in &orthKohala. The 'ololu %alley 0verloo$ just beyond Hawi and the +aipio %alley 0verloo$ just pastHono$aa are worth the trip alone.

nd while having e-tra time to indulge in Hawaii 1egional /uisine, golf and wellness andrejuvenation treatments in Hawaii Islands best resorts is welcome, a continued e-ploration of thehistory and culture of Hawaii can be even more rewarding. 2o on a hi$e and discover ama)ingpetroglyphs on the Kohala /oast. 3ee a hula competition or celebrate with locals at a cultural eventor festival. 0r tour the ama)ing art galleries and museums of Hawaii Island to get an even deeperinsight into Hawaiis heritage. 0n an island this si)e, there wont be time to do it all. ut with anactive volcano still changing the landscape, all this and more will be waiting for you on your ne-ttrip bac$ to Hawaii Island.

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THEKONACOASTThe sunny Kona 4istrict stretches for about 5" miles from Kona International irport to

beyond Keala$e$ua ay on Hawaii Islands lava*lined western coast. long this e-pansive area,youll find everything from coffee farms to historic Hawaiian landmar$s.

In fact, King Kamehameha actually spent his final years in Kailua*Kona. Today, Historic Kailua%illage (Kailua*Kona is a bustling, gathering place in the heart of the district, just a 67*minutedrive south of Kona International irport. Home to shops, restaurants and nightlife, you canconveniently ta$e a wal$ing tour of Konas history at places li$e Hulihee 'alace, #o$uai$aua/hurch and the huena Heiau.

0ther significant historic places include Keala$e$ua ay to the south, where /aptain 8ames/oo$ first set foot on the island in 699: and where he was eventually $illed. &earby is 'uuhonua oHonaunau &ational Historical 'ar$, a well*restored Hawaiian ;place of refuge.< &orth of Kailua*Kona is the Kalo$o*Hono$ohau &ational Historic 'ar$, a 665"*acre par$ that lets you e-plore earlyheiau (temples, fishponds and petroglyphs.

3hielded from winds by #aunaloa, south Konas calm and clear waters are perfect forsnor$eling, diving and spotting dolphins and honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles. 0ne of Konas mostmemorable e-periences is going on a manta ray boat tour to scuba or snor$el with these gentle,

graceful sea creatures. Kona is also famous for its deep*sea fishing, hosting the International illfishTournament every year. nd on land, dont forget to travel to the cooler upland slopes of towns li$eHolualoa, where you can sample the distinctive flavors of 6""= Kona coffee. 0n the versatile Konacoast, youll find the adventures are as big as the island itself.

KEAUHOUBAY short drive south of Historic Kailua

%illage, the Keauhou 1esort area has emergedas one of Hawaii Islands great culturaldestinations. The area is bordered on the north

coast by beautiful Kahaluu ay with thefamous Kona coffee country of Holualoa justup the slopes of #ount Hualalai.

>eaturing the 3heraton Kona 1esort ? 3paat Keauhou ay and the 0utrigger Kanaloa atKona, Keauhou 1esort is an area blessed withsunny weather and perfect waters for snor$eling, scuba diving and $aya$ing. These idyllicconditions made it a favorite hideaway of Hawaiian royalty, and today the area boasts

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diligently restored heiau (temples, ancient fishponds and a wealth of historical sites.Interpretive centers throughout the resort weave together the areas present and past,ma$ing a stay in Keauhou as enriching as it is rela-ing.

The Keauhou area attracts manta rays thatfeed on microscopic plan$ton near the shore.@ou can spot these manta rays in the shallowwaters off the 3heraton Kona 1esort ? 3pa at

Keauhou ay, which shoots out spotlights intothe plan$ton filled waters nightly. ut to reallysee manta rays up close and personal, go on amanta ray night dive departing regularly justnorth from Hono$ohau Harbor.

@ou can also sometimes see honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles in the shallow tide pools.Its easy to see why Hawaiian royalty, including the ;#errie #onarch< King 4avidKala$aua, adored this area.

In Keauhou youll also find golf courses, as well as spas and fine resort restaurants in aconvenient location that ma$es for a great home base during your adventures in Kona.

HISTORICKAILUA-KONAAocated just 67 minutes south of Kona

International irport, Historic Kailua %illage(Kailua*Kona is a lively seaside town in theheart of the sunny Kona /oast. 0nce a sleepyfishing village and a retreat for Hawaiianroyalty, Kailua %illage is now a destination foraffordable accommodations, great shopping,

dining and learning about Hawaiis richculture.

3troll down the main road of lii 4rive and youll find a variety of shops andrestaurants. ut loo$ closer and youll also discover some very important Hawaii Islandhistoric spots. Hulihee 'alace and the #o$uai$aua /hurch are both located right on lii4rive. King Kamehameha I spent his later

years living near the current site of KingKamehamehas Kona each 1esort until hispassing in 6:6B. The huena Heiau, located onthe grounds of the hotel, is a reconstructed

temple rebuilt by Kamehameha himself and ison the register of &ational Historic Aandmar$s.Kailua 'ier is a great place to watch the sunsetand is also the starting and finishing point ofthe Ironman +orld /hampionship (0ctober.

3tay in Historic Kailua %illage after sunset to e-perience the nightlife, Hawaii Islandstyle. Aisten to live music as you stare out into tranCuil Kailua ay, fueling up on deliciouslocal food for another day of adventure on Hawaii Island.

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HULIHEEPALACETravel bac$ to the days of the

Hawaiian monarchy at Hulihee'alace, located right on lii 4rive inthe heart of Historic Kailua %illage(Kailua*Kona. 0nce a summer

vacation home for Hawaiian royalty

built in 6:!:, today Hulihee 'alace is a museum showcasing %ictorian artifacts fromthe era of King Kala$aua and Dueen Kapiolani.

The 'alace features beautiful $oa woodfurniture, ornaments and artifacts fromHawaiis royal past. In fact, this entire areaof Kailua*Kona town has great historicalsignificance with #o$uai$aua /hurch(Hawaiis earliest /hristian /hurch built in6:E" right across the street and huenaHeiau (the last royal residence of King

Kamehameha I visible right across theKailua 'ier.nd on one 3unday out of the month, the Hulihee 'alace /oncert features free

music and performances from the Hulihee 'alace and and the #errie #onarchs/horale. In E""5, an earthCua$e damaged Hulihee 'alace, and a full restorationwas completed in 0ctober E""B. 'ublic tours of the 'alace are limited, but the giftshop is open.

PUUHONUAOHONAUNAUNATIONALHISTORICALPARKAocated on the coast of Honaunau

ay in south Kona, 'uuhonua oHonaunau immerses you in Hawaiianculture. This 6:"*acre national historicpar$ was once the home of royalgrounds and a place of refuge forancient Hawaiian lawbrea$ers.

Kapu, or sacred laws, were ofutmost importance to Hawaiian cultureand the brea$ing of $apu could meandeath. $apu*brea$erFs only chance forsurvival was to evade his pursuers and ma$e it to a puuhonua, or a sacred place of refuge.0nce there, a ceremony of absolution would ta$e place and the law*brea$er would be ableto return to society.

Hundreds of years old yet beautifully restored, 'uuhonua o Honaunau remains one ofHawaiiFs most sacred historic places. >ollow the par$ and map and ta$e a self*guidedwal$ing tour and e-plore the grounds including the 2reat +all, standing 6"*feet high and69*feet thic$. >ierce $ii, or wooden images of gods, guard the Hale o Keawe Heiau, asacred temple that housed the bones of E! alii (chiefs. blac$ lava roc$ shoreline hindered$apu*brea$ers from approaching by sea.

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eyond the puuhonua, e-plore the nearby 1oyal 2rounds, which were the sacred homeof alii. 3ee Keoneele /ove, the royal canoe landingG the Keoua 3tone, the favorite restingplace of the high chief of Kona, KeaouaG as well as halau (thatched wor$ house, fishpondsand a heiau (sacred temple that is one of the oldest structures in the par$. eautiful atsunset, this sacred place gives visitors an important glimpse into early Hawaiian culture.

HOLUALOA8ava is the juice that powers

Holualoa, the little village and artenclave in the heart of Kona coffeecountry. This is a great place to tastethe rich flavors of 6""= pure Konacoffee, a rare commodity e-clusivelygrown in north and south Kona.

The high elevation, constant cloud coverage, and rich volcanic soil in the upland slopesof Kona, Holualoa and Keala$e$ua create an ideal environment for harvesting the uniCueKona coffee bean. There are roughly 5"" coffee farms in the Kona area and many offer

tours to the public. %isit Holualoas thriving coffee orchards and learn about the meticulousharvesting process. Then e-plore the coffee mill and see how the beans are processed. s

you finish your tour, sip a freshly brewed cup for yourself and e-perience the rich aromaand flavor that ma$es 6""= Kona coffee so highly valued.

Tuc$ed amid the upland farms on the slopes of dormant Hualalai %olcano betweenKailua*Kona and Keauhou, Holualoa has also become art central for the Kona and theKohala /oast resort areas. 4iscover local artwor$ including paintings, ceramic sculpturesand handcrafted woodwor$. To e-perience the best of both worlds, visit during the annualHolualoa %illage /offee ? rt 3troll in &ovember. Taste e-otic Kona coffee blends while

you shop for handcrafted goods and meet local farmers and artists. Then ma$e room in

your suitcase to ta$e home a bag of Holualoas best beans for your trip home.

COFFEEPLANTATIONSONHAWAIIISLAND6""= pure Kona coffee is a rare commodity

e-clusively grown in north and south Kona. Thehigh elevation, constant cloud coverage andrich volcanic soil from Hualalai %olcano in theupland slopes of Kona create an idealenvironment for harvesting this uniCueHawaiian coffee bean.

There are hundreds of coffee farms inKona, from the small art town of Holualoa toKeala$e$ua, and many offer tours to the public. %isit thriving coffee orchards andlearn about the meticulous harvesting process. Then e-plore the coffee mills and seehow the beans are processed. 3ome of these farms with available tours include theKona /offee Aiving History >arm, #ountain Thunder /offee 'lantation,2reenwell >arms, Hilo /offee #ill (on the Hilo side and many more. The Kona/offee /ultural >estival held during &ovember in Historic Kailua %illage (Kailua*Kona is a must*see event for coffee lovers.

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t one time, coffee was grown in every district on Hawaii Island. Today,discriminating growers are reviving this rich tradition. outiCue, award*winningfarms can be found in Kau, 'una and Hilo. 3o sip a freshly brewed cup for yourselfand e-perience the rich aroma and flavorful taste that ma$es 6""= Kona coffee sohighly valued, then sample a cup from every district to see which subtle variety suits

you best.

KEALAKEKUABAYSTATEHISTORICALPARKAocated about 6E*miles south of HistoricKailua %illage (Kailua*Kona in south Kona,Keala$e$ua ay is a #arine Aife /onservation4istrict perfect for snor$eling, scuba diving, and$aya$ing. The bayFs brilliant waters are filledwith coral and schools of tropical fish. 0noccasion, you can even see spinner dolphinsswimming in the bay. If you want to stay dry,there is a picnic area to rela- and enjoy this

historic spot.Keala$e$ua ay is an important historic location because it mar$s the site where thefirst westerner, /aptain 8ames /oo$, landed on Hawaii Island. /oo$ was the first ritishe-plorer to establish contact with the Hawaiian Islands in 699: on Kauai. 0nly a year later,he was $illed in a s$irmish with native Hawaiians right here in Keala$e$ua ay. whiteobelis$ on the shore of Keala$e$ua ay 3tate Historical 'ar$ memoriali)es his death. 0nthe east side of the bay there is also the Hi$iau heiau (sacred temple dedicated to theHawaiian god, Aono.

KALOKO-HONOKOHAUNATIONALHISTORICALPARK

8ust south of Kona International irport(K0, is Kalo$o*Hono$ohau &ationalHistorical 'ar$. -plore this coastal par$ anddiscover how an early Hawaiian settlementsurvived on the rugged Kona coast.

Hi$e to see four different ahupuaa(traditional sea to mountain land divisions, aswell as heiau (sacred temples and $ii poha$u(petroglyphs. The par$ is also home to twoama)ing Hawaiian fishponds that show theengineering acuity of &ative Hawaiians. +al$out to see how the white sands of Hono$ohaueach contrast with the blac$ lava roc$coastline. 0r loo$ for local wildlife includinghonu (Hawaiian green sea turtles, native birdsand maybe even a Hawaiian mon$ seal,sunning on the shore. /hec$ the %isitor/enter to learn more about special programsand guided tours.

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KOHALACOASTs you drive E"*minutes north of Kona

International irport, youll marvel at the rugged lavafields surrounding you. @ou may not see it fromDueen Kaahumanu Highway, but the Kohala /oastalso simply $nown as ;3outh Kohala,< is where youllfind some of the islands finest resorts.

&estled amongst the jet*blac$ and rust*red lavaroc$ fields, a result of eruptions from Hualalai volcano

centuries ago, are green oases full of world*class accommodations, fine dining and some of Hawaiisbest golf courses. Aess than nine inches of rainfall annually falls on the eight outstanding resortshere, so soa$ in the sun and rela- at Hapuna each 3tate 'ar$, one of Hawaii Islands largest whitesand beaches, indulge in a taste of Hawaii 1egional /uisine or recharge at some of the islands bestspas. @oull discover cultural treasures on the Kohala /oast too, from naehoomalu 'etroglyphsfield in the +ai$oloa 1esort to those of the 'ua$o 'etroglyph rchaeological 'reserve as well as theremar$able 'uu$ohola Heiau &ational Historic 3ite, the largest restored heiau in Hawaii. 3pencereach 'ar$, just below 'uu$ohola Heiau, is another family*friendly beach popular with locals.

HAPUNABEACHSTATEPARKTravel down the volcanic western coastline

of the Kohala /oast and follow the signs to finda spectacular oasis that has earned a reputationas one of Hawaii Islands finest beaches. Thelargest of Hawaii Islands white sand beaches,Hapuna each has consistently been rated onnumerous international Top Ten lists. Hapunaalso offers consistently good conditions for swimming, bodyboarding, sunbathing and

snor$eling.Aocated adjacent to the Hapuna each 'rince Hotel and nearby its sister hotel, the

#auna Kea each Hotel, youll find ample par$ing, along with food vendors, picnic areas,restrooms and showers. eat the 3outh Kohala heat by ta$ing a dip in the warm waters ofHapuna each.

PUAKOPETROGLYPHARCHAEOLOGICALPRESERVElong the Kohala /oast, the 'ua$o

'etroglyph rchaeological 'reservefeatures more than a thousand

petroglyphs, or $ii poha$u, lava roc$carvings etched into stone centuries agoby &ative Hawaiians. lthough the truemeanings of the petroglyphs areun$nown, it is generally thought thesecarvings are records of births and othersignificant events in the lives of the peoplewho lived on Hawaii Island long ago.

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8ust a short wal$ from the >airmont 0rchid Hawaii, Holoholo$ai each (a wellmanicured beach*par$ with facilities and the #auna Aani 1esort, you can see the carvingsof human forms, canoes, turtles and others in the captivating petroglyphs fields of 'ua$o.Ta$e the $ids on a petroglyph hunt and as$ them what they thin$ these ancient symbolscould mean.

PUUKOHOLAHEIAUNATIONALHISTORICSITE

The majestic, stone 'uu$ohola Heiaucan be seen off the road, just north of theresorts of the Kohala /oast. This &ationalHistoric 3ite is home to one of the largestrestored heiau (temple in Hawaii and ispart of the &ational 'ar$ 3ystem. Heiauwere sacred places of worship for &ativeHawaiians, and 'uu$ohola Heiau was asite built to fulfill a historic prophecy.

&orth Kohala born Kamehameha the 2reat was advised by his $ahuna (priest to build

and dedicate 'uu$ohola Heiau to the war god Ku$ailimo$u to help in his efforts to unitethe Hawaiian Islands. The fortress*li$e heiau was constructed overloo$ing the Kohala coastbetween 69B" and 69B6. King Kamehameha ultimately fulfilled the $ahunas prophecywhen he united the Hawaiian Islands in 6:6".

This massive stone temple was built without the use of mortar. It is also believed thatthe lava roc$s used to build the structure were passed hand*by*hand in a human chain allthe way from 'ololu %alley, some E7 miles away. The EE by 6"" foot structure issurrounded by 65*E" foot high walls and has been carefully preserved and restored. It isbelieved to be one of the last sacred structures built in the Hawaiian Islands before westerninfluence. new %isitor /enter features videos, fascinating e-hibits and a small museum.'uu$ohola, which means ;hill of the whale< in Hawaiian, is also a scenic spot to loo$ forhumpbac$ whales off the Kohala /oast during the winter and spring months.

Ta$e a wal$ing tour of the par$ to discover even more historic places within this site.@oull find the ruins of #aile$eini Heiau (built in the 67""s, Hale o Kapuni (a submergedheiau dedicated to the shar$ gods and the homestead of 8ohn @oung, a stranded ritishsailor who became a valuable aid to King Kamehameha I, which is also part of thegrounds. Ta$e a visit to 'uu$ohola Heiau and step bac$ in time on Hawaii Island.

NORTHKOHALAREGION@oull notice the dramatic change in your surroundings

as you travel north beyond the da))ling resorts, golfcourses and lava landscapes of the Kohala /oast to thelush, undeveloped pastoral lands of &orth Kohala. esidesbeing a beautiful area featuring the charming town ofHawi and the ama)ing 'ololu %alley 0verloo$, this is alsothe home of some of the most historically significant siteson Hawaii Island from 'uu$ohola Heiau to KingKamehamehas birthplace.

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8ust before 'uu$ohola Heiau, turn east up Kawaihae 1oad to e-plore the cool scenic fields of+aimea. In sharp contrast to the lava landscapes along the coast and having more in common withlush &orth Kohala, this upcountry area is paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy country, full of green pasturesand panoramic views. %isit Kahua 1anch to ta$e a horsebac$ riding tour or T% drive and e-plorethis lovely landscape while you learn about Hawaiis ranching past. Ta$e the scenic drive throughthe northern most tip of Hawaii Island and enjoy an unforgettable journey off the beaten path.Travel bac$ in time and learn about the culture of Hawaii Island in &orth Kohala.

LAPAKAHISTATEHISTORICALPARKs you drive between the lava fields of the

Kohala /oast and the lush surroundings of&orth Kohala ma$e a stop at Aapa$ahi 3tateHistorical 'ar$. Aocated 6E. miles north ofKawaihae Harbor and 'uu$ohola Heiau&ational Historic 3ite on $oni 'ule Highway(Highway E9", Aapa$ahi is a partially restoredfishing settlement that dates bac$ over 5""

years. This rugged coastal par$ will give you aglimpse of what it was li$e to live li$e the&ative Hawaiians of the past.

Ta$e a one mile, self*guided tour of this E5E*acre par$ and see restored hale (housesand lava stone walls, then play traditional Hawaiian games and learn more about life inearly Hawaii. The par$s roc$y shoreline also faces the Aapa$ahi #arine Aife /onservation4istrict although swimming is not encouraged. ecause the Kohala /oast can get hot, thebest time of day to visit is in the morning or later in the afternoon.

MOOKINIHEIAUSTATEMONUMENT

0ver 67"" years old, #oo$ini Heiau 3tate#onument is one of Hawaiis oldest and mostsacred historical sites. heiau is an earlyHawaiian religious temple, and #oo$ini Heiauwas also a lua$ini heiau, or a temple of humansacrifice. This hallowed site located in &orthKohala on the northernmost tip of HawaiiIsland should be treated with great reverence.

short wal$ south and youll find anotherrevered Hawaiian site. sign that reads,;Kamehameha $ahi ina Hanau,< in front of a thic$ stone wall mar$s the birthplace ofKing Kamehameha I, Hawaiis greatest $ing. 4o not wal$ on the roc$s or remove them.This is an area that Hawaiians and others consider to have great mana (spiritual power, so

visitors should treat both sites with the utmost of respect. +hile youre here, be sure to ta$ea short drive west to the small town of Kapaau to see the original King Kamehameha3tatue.

&ote The 0ctober 67, E""5 earthCua$e caused some damage to the heiau andthe Kamehameha irthplace, but both may still be visited from the outside.

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HAWI3pend a few hours browsing the

peaceful haven of Hawi, &orth Kohalasbiggest little town, best $nown as thebicycle turnaround for the annualIronman +orld /hampionship held every0ctober. This historic town, set in the

green northern tip of the island, was oncethe busy hub of &orth Kohalas nowdefunct sugar industry.

Today, Hawi is home to a handful of charming art galleries, boutiCues and restaurantsset in colorful and lively plantation buildings. @oull find everything here from handmade

jewelry and crafts to homemade fudge and 6""= Kona coffee. The amboo 1estaurant ?2allery was once voted best restaurant on Hawaii Island and is a great stop for a freshisland style meal.

eyond Hawi is the town of Kapaau, home of the original King Kamehameha I3tatue. /ontinue driving east on Highway E9" and youll literally come to the end of the

road at the stunning 'ololu %alley 0verloo$. The incredible view overloo$ing thenortheastern coastline will be the perfect way to end your journey through &orth Kohala.

KAMEHAMEHASTATUE, KAPAAU8ust beyond the lovely town of Hawi in &orth

Kohala is the small town of Kapaau. In front of the&orth Kohala /ivic /enter stands the original KingKamehameha I 3tatue, erected not far from whereHawaiis greatest $ing was born.

great warrior, diplomat and leader, King

Kamehameha I united the Hawaiian Islands into oneroyal $ingdom in 6:6" after years of conflict.Kamehameha I was destined for greatness from birth.Hawaiian legend prophesi)ed that a light in the s$y withfeathers li$e a bird would signal the birth of a greatchief. Historians believe Kamehameha was born in697:, the year Halleys /omet passed over Hawaii. @oucan visit Kamehamehas birthplace nearby #oo$iniHeiau 3tate #onument, just a short drive away.

2iven the birth name 'aiea, the future $ing was hidden from warring clans in secluded

+aipio %alley on the Hama$ua /oast after birth. fter the death threat passed, 'aieacame out of hiding and was renamed Kamehameha (The Aonely 0ne. Kamehameha wastrained as a warrior and his legendary strength was proven when he overturned the &aha3tone, which reportedly weighs between E.7 and !.7 tons. Aegend had it that whoever hadthe strength to move the &aha 3tone would rule the Hawaiian Islands. Today, the &aha3tone can still be seen in Hilo today, located in front of the Hilo 'ublic Aibrary.

4uring this time, warfare between chiefs throughout the islands was widespread. In699:, /aptain 8ames /oo$ arrived in Hawaii, dovetailing with Kamehamehas ambitions.+ith the help of western weapons and advisors, Kamehameha won fierce battles at Iao

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%alley in #aui and the &uuanu 'ali on 0ahu. The fortress*li$e 'uu$ohola Heiau on theKohala /oast was built in 69B" prophesi)ing Kamehamehas conCuest of the islands. In6:6", when King Kaumualii of Kauai agreed to become a tributary $ingdom underKamehameha, that prophecy was finally fulfilled. Kamehameha spent his final days inKailua*Kona on the western coast of his island home.

Kamehamehas unification of Hawaii was significant not only because it was anincredible feat, but also because under separate rule, the Islands may have been torn apart

by competing western interests. Today, iconic statues honor King Kamehamehas memory,the most famous King Kamehameha 3tatue stands across the street from Iolani 'alace on0ahu. However, the story of the Kapaau statue has a history thats far more intriguing.

>orged in >lorence, Italy in 6::", the ship that was ferrying it to Honolulu san$ off the>al$land Islands. elieved to have been lost at sea, a replacement statue was commissionedand was erected in 4owntown Honolulu and has become one of the most photographedlandmar$s on 0ahu. However, the original statue was miraculously found and recovered in6B6E. The restored statue was then installed near Kamehamehas birthplace at Kapaau.0n your way from Hawi to the 'ololu %alley Aoo$out, ma$e sure to stop in this small townto see this majestic tribute to the Kingdom of Hawaiis first monarch.

POLOLUVALLEYLOOKOUTs you drive north on Highway E9"

where the blac$ lava landscapes of theKohala /oast give way to the flourishing,green pastures of &orth Kohala, youll berewarded at the end of your journey withan unforgettable view from the 'ololu%alley 0verloo$.

'ar$ your car in the small par$ing lotthat is literally at the end of the road andtreat yourself to an inspiring view of the

verdant cliffs of 'ololu %alley and the dramatic northeastern coastline. Horses gra)e on thehillside as you loo$ out at the small island outcroppings sitting in the waters offshore andthe lovely blac$ sand beach at the mouth of the valley. @ou can ta$e a steep hi$e down tothe valley floor and the blac$ sand beach, although swimming is discouraged because ofstrong currents. long with the +aipio %alley 0verloo$, which also offers a view of HawaiiIslands northeastern tip but from the south side, this is one of the most spectacularpanoramic views on Hawaii Island.

WAIMEATravel east, inland from the volcanic Kohala

/oast to discover +aimea (also called Kamuela,which is unli$e any other place on Hawaii Island.Known as paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy countrythis historic area full of rolling, green pastures isstill home to cattle, cowboys and ranches.

+aimea is a place where stop signs read;+hoa,< instead of ;3top.< This is the home of

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egin your journey just north of Hilo byveering off Hawaii elt 1oad to ta$e the four*mile 0nomea 3cenic 4rive. This lush detourfeatures moss*laden bridges, coastal views of0nomea ay and the Hawaii Tropicalotanical 2arden on the way. This renownedbotanical garden features E,""" species of

tropical plants from around the world.Travel further north and turn west onto$a$a >alls road to discover $a$a >alls 3tate'ar$, home to Hawaii Islands most famous waterfall, the E*foot $a$a >alls, and the6""*foot Kahuna >alls. 2et bac$ to the coast and drive north to the +orld otanical2ardens. This jungle playground features more than 7,""" species of Hawaiian andtropical flora, a magnificent view of #auna$ea and an overloo$ that reveals the lovelyJmauma >alls, a triple*dec$er waterfall.

0n the road again, steer carefully through the hairpin turns, then pull over at the scenicAaupahoehoe 'oint. This peaceful area was once devastated by the 6B5 tsunami. Today,Aaupahoehoe 'oint is still a beautiful loo$out showcasing a roc$y shoreline, tide pools anddramatic sea cliffs. 4ont forget to stop off at the Aaupahoehoe Train #useum, whichhonors the old Hawaii /onsolidated 1ailway that hauled goods and passengers up anddown the Hama$ua /oast. 2rab a bite to eat and have a picnic at Kalopa 3tate 1ecreationrea, which offers great hi$ing through native forests.

0r save your appetite for the little town of Hono$aa. Here youll find a 3aturdaymorning farmers mar$et as well as an assortment of small restaurants and cafs includingTe-s 4rive Inn, a famous spot for malasadas. These 'ortuguese donuts are a local favoriteand Te-s is one of the Hawaii Islands top spots to find them.

1eward yourself after a long journey at the +aipio %alley Aoo$out. 0ne loo$ and youllsee why this valley was so important to early &ative Hawaiians. The stunning view reveals a

lush landscape, waterfalls and a blac$ sand beach surrounded by soaring valley walls. s achild, King Kamehameha I was hidden in this sacred place to protect him from a rivalchief who wanted to prevent his rule. This unforgettable view is the perfect way to end yourtrip along the Hama$ua Heritage /orridor.

AKAKAFALLSSTATEPARKt $a$a >alls 3tate 'ar$, located along the

northeastern Hama$ua /oast, you can see two gorgeouswaterfalls on one short hi$e. The pleasant ".*mileuphill hi$e will ta$e you through a lush rainforest filled

with wild orchids, bamboo groves and draping ferns.s you follow the paved footpath, youFll first see 6""*

foot Kahuna >alls. /ontinue to follow the loop aroundthe bend, and youFll discover towering $a$a >alls whichplummets E*feet into a stream*eroded gorge. eautiful$a$a >alls is perhaps Hawaii IslandFs most famouswaterfall. asily accessible, this hi$e ta$es less than anhour.

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WAIPIOVALLEYLOOKOUTAocated on the northern Hama$ua /oast,

the sacred +aipio %alley was the boyhoodhome of King Kamehameha I, and animportant center for political and religious lifein Hawaii. &ot only is LThe %alley of theKingsL an important site for Hawaiian history

and culture, itFs also a place of dramatictropical beauty.

This fertile valley is about one mile acrossand over five*miles deep, and surrounded by cliffs up to E"""*feet high. +aipio %alley wasonce the home of thousands of &ative Hawaiians. Today, there are less than 6"" residentsliving amongst the waterfalls, taro fields and rivers permeating the valley. Hawaii IslandFstallest waterfall, Hiilawe >alls cascades down 6,!"" feet in the bac$ of +aipio.

@ou can view the valley from the coastal +aipio %alley 0verloo$ at the end of theHama$ua Heritage /orridor drive, or you can ta$e a guided van tour, hi$e, or horsebac$ride to e-plore the hidden wonders within. Tour guides will happily share the stories and

legends of this special place. The road into the valley is e-tremely steep and reCuires a *wheel drive vehicle so driving isnFt recommended (/hec$ your rental car agreement if youplan to ma$e a trip to +aipio %alley.

KAUREGION%ast, rural and remote, Hawaii Islands

southernmost region, Kau, seems almostuntouched by civili)ation e-cept around thesmall communities of &aalehu and 'ahala. Inthis area youll discover things have moved along

at a pace all their own.Home to most of Hawaii %olcanoes &ational

'ar$ and Kilauea, one of the worlds most activevolcanoes, this is a place of natural wonderswhere you can witness the growth of the islandright before your eyes. 0ther sights in Kauinclude Ka Aae, $nown as 3outh 'oint, the

southernmost point in the Jnited 3tates. 'unaluu lac$ 3and each is one of Hawaiis most well$nown blac$ sand beaches. nd in the upcountry Kau 4esert within the boundaries of Hawaii%olcanoes &ational 'ar$ youll find footprints of long*ago warriors trapped in volcanic ash, a result

of one of Kilaueas rare e-plosive eruptions. Here ta-ing trails crisscross the land, from themountains to the sea, tempting bac$pac$ers and hi$ers.

In contrast, on the eastern slopes of Kau, there are macadamia nutorchards, coffee farms and cattle. +ood %alley, near 'ahala, is a place formeditation and respite from the outside world. &o wonder Kau is home tonot only Hawaiian families who have been here for generations, but alsowriters, artists, philosophers and others see$ing solitude. -plore beyondKilauea and get off the beaten path in Kau.

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KALAE(SOUTHPOINT)Travel to the southern cliffs of Hawaii Island in

the Kau region and ga)e out at the endless 'acific0cean. /an you believe theres nothing but deep*blue ocean between the spot youre standing onand ntarcticaM Thats because youFre at Ka Aae,also $nown as 3outh 'oint or simply ;The 'oint,or instance, youll find roc$ loops carved through the lava herethat tied off fishing canoes hundreds of years ago. Today, shoreline fishermen use toy boatsto haul their lines into deep water or large metal boat hoists and ladders to launch small

watercraft. The actual point is a short wal$ away in front of the blac$*and*white lightbeacon, where there are no cliffs.

To get to this roc$y shoreline you need to ta$e the narrow 3outh 'oint 1oad 6E*milesthrough open ranch lands lined with white windmills. There is a small heiau (sacred placeof worship near Ka Aae so visitors should treat the area with great respect. ecause of thedangerous currents here, swimming is not advised.

PUNALUUBLACKSANDBEACHHave you ever seen a beach with blac$ sandM

ecause of constant volcanic activity, youFll find

white sands, green sands and blac$ sands on HawaiiIsland. Aocated on the southeastern Kau coast,'unaluu lac$ 3and each is one of the mostfamous blac$ sand beaches in Hawaii.

Aocated between Hawaii %olcanoes &ational'ar$ and the small town of &aalehu, 'unaluu lac$3and eachFs jet blac$ shores are an unforgettable sight. /oconut palms fringe the upperedge of sand and you may also discover large honu, or Hawaiian 2reen 3ea turtles, bas$ingon the beach. lthough it may be tempting, do not touch these protected turtles and do notremove any blac$ sand from the beach.

lthough swimming isnFt ideal, there is a picnic area and restroom facilities so you canhave lunch while you e-perience the uniCue feeling of blac$ sand between your toes.

HAWAIIVOLCANOESNATIONALPARK+atch the landscape change before your very eyes at Hawaii %olcanoes &ational 'ar$.

Aocated !" miles southwest of Hilo, this is the home of Kilauea volcano, one of the mostactive volcanoes on earth. The chance to witness the primal process of creation anddestruction ma$e this par$ one of the most popular visitor attraction in Hawaii and asacred place for &ative Hawaiians.

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>ounded in 6B65, the 'ar$ encompasses !!!,""" acres from the summit of #aunaloato the sea. Here youFll find 67" miles of hi$ing trails through volcanic craters, scaldeddeserts and rainforests as well as a museum, petroglyphs, a wal$*in lava tube and two active

volcanoes #auna Aoa, which last erupted in 6B: and Kilauea which has been eruptingsince 8anuary !rd, 6B:!. The e-traordinary natural diversity of the par$ was recogni)ed in6B:" when it was named a +orld iosphere site by J&3/0 and in 6B:9 when the par$was again honored as a +orld Heritage site.

Kilauea is sometimes called Lthe worldFsonly drive*in volcano.L This prolific volcanocurrently produces E7","""*57",""" cubic

yards of lava per day, enough to resurface a E"*mile*long, two*lane road daily. s of 8anuary6BB, B6 acres of new land have been createdon Hawaii Island. The current eruption maylast another 6"" years or stop tomorrow. 'ele, the volcano goddess who lives here, is veryunpredictable. ut the chance to watch KilaueaFs blistering lava flows meet the sea is justone of the reasons to visit.

e prepared on your visit. ring food and water since there are no facilities in the par$.4ress appropriately with shoes, long pants, and a jac$et. ring binoculars and a flashlightat night. nd donFt forget your camera.

>or your safety, please stay on mar$ed routes, heed all warning signs, and stay out ofrestricted areas. There is a danger of harmful volcanic gases and unstable land in theseareas. llow plenty of time for your trip. To ma-imi)e your e-perience consider staying atthe %olcano House, in the nearby %olcano %illage, or Hilo, which is only 7 minutes away.The drive to and from Kona is about ! hours each way.

Here are other essential 'ar$ attractions

KILAUEAVISITORCENTER

egin your visit at the Kilauea %isitor /enter where you can watch an hourlyfilm from B am to pm to introduce you to the par$. 1anger tal$s are offered andranger*guided activities can be scheduled. 'ic$ up maps, learn about the par$Fs hi$esand get the latest eruption updates here. 0pen daily 97 am to 7 pm

CRATERRIMDRIVE/rater 1im 4rive is the 6".5*mile

drive that circles Kilauea /aldera.4riving around this loop will ta$e

you to the par$Fs main attractions

the Kilauea overloo$, 8aggar#useum, Halemaumau /rater,4evastation Trail, Kilauea I$i /rater 0verloo$ and the Thurston Aava Tube.

THOMASA. JAGGARMUSEUMThomas . 8aggar pioneered the study of volcanology here at Kilauea. Here you

can find geologic displays, maps and videos about the study of volcanoes. 0pendaily :!" am to 7 pm

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HALEMAUMAUCRATER3team vents plume from this massive crater, $nown as the home of 'ele, the

volcano goddess. In 6B59, this crater was filled with a la$e of lava that eventuallydrained away. 2reat respect should be paid at this sacred site.

THURSTONLAVATUBE(NAHUKU)+al$ through a 7""*year old lava cave

formed when an underground channel ofmolten lava drained from its cooled wallsforming a massive, hollow chamber. tropicalrainforest awaits you at the end of the tube.

PU'UO'OVENT/urrently KilaueaFs lava activity isnFt

centered in its caldera (the largedepression at the top of the volcano butat the 'uu 0o vent in the ast 1iftNone. 'uu 0oFs lava flood underground

tubes that empty dramatically into thesea. @ou can watch this spectacle at theend of /hain of /raters 1oad or get acloser loo$ from the new Kalapana

viewing site outside the par$.

CHAINOFCRATERSROAD%eering south of /rater 1im 4rive is /hain of /raters 1oad. This !,9""*foot

drive eventually ends where a lava flow has literally overta$en the road. 1angerstation open daily 6""" am to B pm

VOLCANOHOUSEThe %olcano House hotel overloo$ing Halemaumau /rater has been operating

since it was a grass shac$ in 6:5. ven #ar$ Twain once stayed here on his visit toHawaii. The hotel is currently closed for renovation, but is slated to reopen undernew management in the summer of E"6E.

PUNAREGION4riving south out of Hilo, spend a day discovering the 'una 4istrict. This area on the eastern

tip of Hawaii Island stretches from the sea to the ,"""*foot summit of Kilauea volcano. 0n the

coast youll find roiling ocean, blac$*sand beaches and a spring warmed by the volcanos steam.Towards the volcano youll find rainforests, steam vents and the rugged landscapes of Hawaii%olcanoes &ational 'ar$.

'unas most dramatic destination is Kalapana, a community that is partially covered by lava. In6BB", lava from Kilauea engulfed this historic town and the blac$ sand beach at Kaimu. Today, thefocal point is a viewing area where you can watch lava meet the sea. @ou can also e-plore the 69*acre Aava Tree 3tate 'ar$ where a path winds through the lava roc$ molds of trees from the 69""s.#any who live on Hawaii Island say that 'una is 'eles wor$shop, where the tempestuous %olcanogoddess continuously creates and recreates the very land we live on.

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3top off at 'ahoa, an old mill town that now features a row of clapboard shops and eateriesalong an inviting boardwal$. If its the wee$end, detour at the roadside #a$uu >armers #ar$et andstoc$ up on fresh apple bananas, roasted macadamia nuts, Kapoho strawberry papayas and sweetrambutan. In contrast to the fields of blac$ lava, the fertile slopes between the sea and volcanicsummit are ripe with tropical fruit, orchids, anthuriums and macadamia nuts.

@oull also find a scenic 6E*mile string of beach par$s and camp sites along the coast, eachoffering something worth e-ploring #acKen)ie 3tate 'ar$ (heiau, ironwood forest, Isaac Hale

each 'ar$, halanui 'ar$ (large seaside pond warmed by the volcano, and +aiopae Tidepools#arine Aife /onservation 4istrict (incredible snor$eling among connecting tide pools. Kehenaeach is a secluded blac$ sand beach hidden from view of the roadway.

long the easternmost point of Hawaii Island is the /ape Kumu$ahi area, which offers scenichi$ing, and what scientists insist is the worlds freshest air. %isit the /ape Kumu$ahi Aighthouse,which was spared by 'ele from lava flow in 6B5". @ou can also join the locals and hi$e a little over amile south to Kapoho ay where another coastal bath geothermally heated by Kilauea volcano canbe found. +hether youre on a day*trip or staying at a bed and brea$fast or vacation rental, visit'una to find ama)ing off the beaten path discoveries.

LAVATREESSTATEPARK0ff of 'ahoa*'ohoi$i 1oad, southeast of

'ahoa Town and in the district of 'una is AavaTrees 3tate 'ar$. Ta$e the ".9*mile loop trail inthis 69*acre 3tate #onument to view theunusual lava molds of tree trun$s. In the69""s, lava flow swept through the area,coating the trun$s of 0hia trees, leaving talllava molds of the tree trun$s in their wa$e,fro)en in time.

n easy wal$, this is your chance to see and ta$e photos of the wor$ of 'ele (thevolcano goddess and her ama)ing sculpture garden. 1estrooms and picnic tables areavailable.

KALAPANAIn the 'una 4istrict, drive beyond

'ahoa Town toward the coast and youllfind the end of the road is covered in lava.In 6BB", lava from Kilauea volcanoengulfed Kalapana, a historic Hawaiianfishing village and residential area, as wellas the famous blac$ sand beach at Kaimu.'ele, the volcano goddess, also destroyedHawaiis oldest heiau (temple, twosubdivisions and several miles of publichighway. &o lives were lost, but 6:E homes were swallowed by lava. Today theres anentirely new coastline here with a few poignant traces of the town that once thrived here.

visit to Kalapana is a sobering reminder of the raw power of 'ele.Aocated just east of Hawaii %olcanoes &ational 'ar$, Kalapana offers a good view of

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activity from Kilaueas 'uu 0o vent, the source of the volcanos most recent activity. In#arch of E""B, federal, state and Hawaii county leaders officially opened the Kalapana

viewing area to provide safe viewing of the current lava flow by foot. This was the first timelava has reached the sea since 8une E""9. &ote that conditions change from day to day, solava*viewing e-periences can vary.

The Kalapana viewing site is located at theend of Highway 6!" in 'una. The hi$e can ta$e

anywhere from E" minutes to two hoursdepending on current conditions anddemarcations so please be prepared with sturdyfootwear, proper attire, sunscreen, a flashlight aswell as food and plenty of water. The viewingarea is normally open daily from E"" to 6"""p.m., with the last car permitted into the par$ingarea at : p.m. There is no cell phone coverage inthe viewing area.

Hawaii /ounty #ayor illy Kenoi reminds visitors the viewing area passes by privatehomes and properties so proceed with respect and do not leave trash behind. 'ortablerestrooms are set up for public use.

%isitors on foot must obey all warning signs and are reCuired to stay within permittedareas for safety purposes. newly formed blac$ sand beach and land area is e-tremelyunstable, and could collapse into the ocean at any time. There is also the threat of acidicla)e, a ha)ardous chemical reaction of hydrochloric acid (H/l and seawater, that occurswhen the e-treme heat of the lava enters the sea, rapidly boils and vapori)es the seawaterinto visible white plumes. ecause of the unpredictable nature of the lava flow, the area issubject to closure at any time.

The Kalapana viewing area offers a chance of a lifetime, allowing you to see the birthof new life and to witness 'eles awesome powers of creation.

HILOREGIONThe Hilo region is blessed with dramatic waterfalls, fertile rainforests and blooming gardensG the

geographic flipside of the volcanic Kohala /oast. Home to Hilo International irport, Hilo is alsothe gateway to Hawaii %olcanoes &ational 'ar$ located 7 minutes south.

busy farming and fishing area in early times, Hilo evolved into a commercial center for thesugar industry in the 6:""s. 4owntown Hilo was built around its crescent*shaped bay and becamethe seat of county government. In 6B5 and 6B5" the town was nearly swallowed by a tsunami. utHilos waterfront was rebuilt and today Hilo is a vibrant town, home to great museums (Imiloastronomy /enter, Ayman #useum, 'acific Tsunami #useum, art galleries (ast Hawaii /ultural

/enter, uniCue shops (3ig Nane 4esigns, ig Island /andies, Hilo Hattie, #auna Aoa #acadamia&ut >actory and perennial favorites li$e the Hilo >armers #ar$et. Hilos newest world*classattraction, the Imiloa stronomy /enter, is housed beneath three stri$ing titanium conesrepresenting the three largest mountains on Hawaii Island. Interactive e-hibits include a ;wal$alls and oiling 'ots in +ailu$u 1iver 3tate 'ar$,beautiful par$s li$e Ailiuo$alani 2ardens and +ailoa 1iver 3tate 'ar$ (home to the End KingKamehameha 3tatue on Hawaii IslandG the original resides in Kapaau in &orth Kohala, as well asmany botanical gardens and orchid farms. %isit the nationFs only rainforest )oo, 'anaewa 1ainforestNoo, to see a collection of e-otic plants and animals, including &amaste, a regal white engal tiger.

1oughly E hours and !" minutes from Historic Kailua %illage (Kailua*Kona and on the polar

opposite side of the island, Hilo is also a convenient place to stay if youre planning a trip to Hawaii%olcanoes &ational 'ar$. visit to Hilo is worth the trip to e-perience an authentic taste of HawaiiIsland.

WAILUKURIVERSTATEPARKIf youre loo$ing for a waterfall near

4owntown Hilo, ta$e a short drive west on+aianuene venue to +ailu$u 1iver 3tate'ar$. Here youll discover the easily accessible1ainbow >alls, which has an :"*foot drop and

is $nown for the rainbows that are formed inthe surrounding mist.Travel further upland along the +ailu$u

1iver and youll find 'eepee >alls (pronounced'eh*H 'eh*H, which feeds the famous pools $nown as oiling 'ots. These terracedpools bubble as if they were boiling, connected by a series of cascading water flowsalongside he-agonal columns formed by the slow cooling of basalt lava. s beautiful as1ainbow >alls and oiling 'ots are, note that there are no lifeguards here and these areasare not safe for swimming. Instead, ta$e a moment and simply enjoy the natural beautyfound in +ailu$u 1iver 3tate 'ar$.

LILIUOKALANIGARDENSlin$ and you may thin$ youre in 8apan

as you stroll through peaceful Ailiuo$alani2ardens, named after HawaiiFs last reigningmonarch, Dueen Ailiuo$alani. Aocated onHiloFs anyan 4rive, this authentic, !"*acre

8apanese garden was dedicated in 6B69 as atribute to HawaiiFs first 8apanese immigrantswho wor$ed in the Hawaii Island sugar canefields.

This beautifully landscaped par$ features arching red bridges over fishponds, roc$gardens, pagodas, 8apanese stone lanterns and a teahouse. %iews of Hilo ay and #o$u0la (/oconut Island enhance this peaceful setting. +ith so much to see, this is a popularpar$ for families to e-plore while theyre visiting the Hilo area.

DOWNTOWNHILO4owntown Hilo is Hawaii Islands biggest small town featuring centuries*old wooden

storefronts P many of which are on the &ational 1egister of Historic 'laces P housing a

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variety of sophisticated galleries, shops, restaurants and cultural sites.3tart your visit with a stroll down Kamehameha venue facing beautiful Hilo ay and

discover a variety of local shops, restaurants and attractions including the modern alohawear at 3ig Nane 4esigns, the neo*classical 'alace Theatre built in 6BE7, and the bustlingHilo >armers #ar$et. @oull also find a variety of art galleries featuring paintings,woodwor$, glasswor$ and jewelry from artists with a uniCue island point of view. %isit theast Hawaii /ultural /enter, the central hub of the Hilo art scene, dedicated to preserving

and sharing cultural, creative and traditional arts on the island.Historic Hilo also has notable museums, some loo$ing into Hilos past and othersloo$ing toward the future. The 'acific Tsunami #useum chronicles the cataclysmic naturaldisasters of 6B5 and 6B5" forcing Hilo to rebuild further inland using par$land as a buffer.The Ayman #ission House ? #useum features a historic house built in 6:!B by merican/hristian missionaries. The #o$upapapa 4iscovery /enter brings to life the culture,history, natural science and virtually untouched environment of the &orthwest HawaiianIslands.

3pend a day in 4owntown Hilo and e-perience the local culture and aloha spirit of thepeople of Hawaii Island.

HILOFARMERSMARKETAocated in 4owntown Hilo, the festive Hilos >armers #ar$et is $nown as one

of the best open mar$ets in Hawaii. @ou can never tell what youll find at thiscolorful mar$et, but its safe to say youll probably spot things youve never seenbefore.

The Hilo >armers #ar$et lures both locals and visitors with Hilos freshest findsat affordable prices. @oull find a colorful selection of locally grown e-otic fruit,

vegetables, herbs, island jams and jellies, macadamia nuts and delectable ba$edgoods. lso note that B7 percent of Hawaiian papayas are grown on the east side ofHawaii Island, so loo$ for these fresh fruits when theyre in season. 3trawberry

papayas, a local delicacy, loo$ li$e regular papayas, but their beautiful pin$ish*orange flesh is sweeter and juicier.

>ood is only part of the fun at the Hilo >armers #ar$et. ig buc$ets of orchidsand anthuriums line the stalls. +ind chimes, etched glass and $oa wood treasures fillthe craft section. @ou can even find local t*shirts, tropical fashions and handmade

jewelry. nd dont forget to buy a lei for that someone special. 2et there early toshop for the best choices from the mar$ets more than E"" vendors. The full*fledgedmar$et is open year round every +ednesday and 3aturday, but some vendors arethere almost every day.

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KAILUA-KONATOWNFARMERSMARKETcross from Hale Halawai cultural pavilion

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Hawaiian merchandise, including tourist t*shirts, and hawaiian aloha shirts. lso, they have a greatselection of clothing for $ids.

%endors from all over the ig Island gather in their stalls with fresh vegetables, fruits and flowers,

ca$es, coo$ies and preserves, ceramics, photographs and paintings. Aoo$ing for souvenirsM This iswhere you can save on a variety of clothing, handicrafts, presents for friends and family, and more.@ou will find local handicrafts such as wood wor$, framing, weaving, pottery, jewelry, and more.

s you e-plore this mar$etplace, the scents of fresh papayas, pineapples, coconuts, mangoes, andmore e-otic rambutan fruits tease your sense of smell. 4o you li$e fresh flowers, orchids and leisM#ail order your fresh Hawaiian >lowers.

>rom the end of 1te 66 3outh (Kanoelehua, turn left onto Kamehameha. The mar$et will beon your left at the intersection of #amo and Kamehameha. 'ar$ing here is sparse, and if you donot arrive early, you may have to wal$ a little bit.

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stroll through this tiny community (population 76 wilcall to mind remnants of its past. +ooden boardwal$s, railingsand buildings with false fronts can still be seen housing antiCue

and craft shops, eateries and IshigoFs 2rocery and a$ery. IshigoFs was established in 6B6" andserves an enticing array of ba$ed goods from recipes passed down for generations. 0f note is the

fact that Honomu has public restrooms, which are not plentiful on the Hama$ua /oast. ut itdoesnFt have a gas station.

DISCOVERTHEELEGANTMACNUT#ore than a century ago, a ig Island sugar

plantation manager introduced macadamia nuts to theisland. lthough native to the ustralian rainforests, macnuts thrived in Hawaii, and the state became the site ofthe worldFs first commercial plantations. Today thesedelicious, hard*shelled nuts, which are high in the LgoodLfat that helps reduce cholesterol levels, are one of the igIslandFs largest crops.

3ome 5" million pounds of mac nuts were producedon the ig Island in E""7E""5. +ith the e-ception of a

small farm on #olo$ai, all the stateFs mac nuts are grown on the ig Island.#acadamia nuts are not pic$ed from the tree. They fall to the ground fully ripened. 4onFt pic$

one up e-pecting to shell it and pop it in your mouth. It reCuires !"" pounds of pressure per sCuareinch to crac$ a mac nut shell. (Hint To avoid smashing body parts, try wrapping the nut in an oldsoc$ or newspaper before hitting it with a hammer. /ommercially, the job gets done with high techcrac$ing machines, after which the nuts are roasted.

#auna Aoa #acadamia &ut /orp., si- miles south of Hilo on #acadamia 1oad, and Hama$ua#acadamia &ut /o., on #aluo$alani 3treet in Kawaihae, welcome visits from people who want to$now more about mac nut processing. t #auna Aoa, youFll find a E,7""*acre orchard, a nutprocessing plant and chocolate factory. Hama$ua offers a visitor center, self*guided tours and freesamples.

>or more information, pic$ up the L2reat Hawaiian #ac &ut Trail,L a self*guided tour of theig IslandFs macadamia nut industry. @ouFll find everything from processing plants to small family*owned farms and a bed*and*brea$fast stop where visitors can pic$ mac nuts.

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POKEAROUNDATRENDYCOWBOYTOWN+aimea is and always has been the 'ar$er 1anch. The

67","""*acre cattle ranch, one of the largest in the nation,dominates life in the community, but +aimea certainly isnFt adusty replica of the 6Bth century cowboy town it once was. ItFsa trendy destination with a lot more to do than sit on a rail andwatch a cowboy rope cattle. There are a number of visitor

attractions, plenty of high*end shops and e-cellent restaurants.+aimea is li$e spen without the snow or 3onoma without thegrapes. /entrally located in a gorgeous surround, +aimea isthe place to go if youFre loo$ing for cowboy chic.

There is some confusion about what to call this town. Is it +aimea or KamuelaM There are twoother towns in Hawaii called +aimea, so the postal service and many others call it Kamuela. #aybeit should have been called 'ar$er after 8ohn 'almer 'ar$er, who in the mid 6:""s established the'ar$er 1anch.

+aimea is home to some of the finest restaurants on theisland. There are boutiCues, art galleries, wonderful little cafes,

paniolo*inspired collections, as well as some of the most beautifulhomes and neighborhoods in Hawaii.

'ar$er 1anch /enter, on #amalahoa Hwy. 6B in the heart of+aimea, offers a mi-ture of uniCue specialty shops, restaurantsand activities. 4elve into Hawaiian history at the 'ar$er 1anch#useum ? %isitor /enter, ride the range aboard a 'aniolo+agon Tour and sit a spell at the co)y >ireside >ood /ourt.

'ar$er 1anch /enter not only offers made*in*Hawaii products, but also gifts and souvenirs thathave an upcountry, rural style. 'ar$er 3Cuare, a collection of shops with eclectic appeal, is anothergood stop.

GLIMPSETHEHISTORYOFPARKERRANCH'ar$er 1anchFs long and colorful history can be traced to

6:"B when 8ohn 'almer 'ar$er, a sailor from #assachusetts,first landed on the islands. 'ar$er was befriended by KingKamehameha I and eventually married the daughter of a high*ran$ing Hawaiian chief. The sailor*turned*cowboy set out todomesticate herds of wild cattle that roamed the broad slopesof #auna Kea.

In 6:9, he purchased lands that were to become $nown as 'ar$er 1anch. The ranch, morethan 65" years old, continues to raise cattle and has e-panded to include a number of visitoractivities. &ow a charitable trust, 'ar$er 1anch helps support schools, hospitals and otherorgani)ations in +aimea.

>or a glimpse into the history of the ranch, visit the 'ar$er 1anch %isitor /enter and theHistoric 'ar$er 1anch Homes. The %isitor /enter, located in the 'ar$er 1anch /enter at thejunction of highways 6B and 6B", displays a variety of artifacts and memorabilia from more than67" years and si- generations of ranching operations, and also presents a E!*minute video of thehistory and present day operation of the ranch.

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The historic homes are V of a mile south of the %isitor /enter on the Lupper road to Kona,Lwhich is the #amalahoa Hwy. #ana Hale was built in 6:9 by 8ohn 'almer 'ar$er in the pasturelands of +aimea. Aater rebuilt, it contains the original $oa wood floors, walls and ceilings. Thecurrent estate, 'uFuopelo, which meansL folding hills,L was built in 6:5E and purchased by 8ohn'almer 'ar$er II in 6:9B. &early :,""" sCuare feet with lofty ceilings and a >rench provinciainterior, it is a perfect setting for the >rench impressionist paintings and /hinese art collected by theranchFs si-th*generation owner, the late 1ichard 3mart. tour of the %isitor /enter and the historic

homes will ta$e about B" minutes.

GETTOTHEHEARTOFPARKERRANCH#ost people with an urge to ta$e in the wild beauty of

the islandFs upcountry ranch land boo$ a horsebac$ rideand cowboy up. 'ar$er 1anch, HawaiiFs oldest and one ofits largest cattle ranches, is ta$ing a different approach. TheranchFs new cattle country tour will be conducted in a -3J% and on foot.

This tour is not for cowboys. ItFs for people interested in

the long and colorful saga of this more than 65"*year*old wor$ing cattle operation. It will ta$e smalgroups to the heart of the ranch where they will see the 'ar$er 1anch family estate, the originalhomestead, historical sites, ranch land, stables, the cowboyFs heiau and some wor$ing operations.

The ranch rolls over 67",""" acres of scenic upcountry terrain. It is the home of the firstHawaiian paniolo (cowboys and the race trac$ where record*holding thoroughbreds were trained.1ich in Hawaiian history, 'ar$er 1anch is an original.

The four*hour tour is available Tuesday through 3aturday and leaves the 'ar$er 1anch 3tore atB!" a.m. The tour includes some moderate hi$ing and lunch.

GO

KONA

COFFEE

TASTING

Ta$e 5"" specialty coffee farms, a spattering of mills,roasters, retail outlets and museums, then cluster them inE" miles of scenic country roads, and youFve got theperfect e-cuse for a self*guided coffee tasting tour.

$in to &orthern /aliforniaFs popular wine tastingtours, here the brew of the day is Kona coffee. 2rownon the mountain slopes above Kailua*Kona, this is theonly place in the world where certified Kona coffee isproduced.

#uch of the coffee grown in the coffee belt is cultivated on small tracts leased fromKamehameha 3chools ishop state, a large landowner dedicated to Hawaiian interests. The tractsaverage seven acres each. #ore than 6,E"" acres are in cultivation.

#ost people begin the tour from Kailua*Kona and head north on 'alani 1oad (Hwy. 6B". If#ountain Thunder Kona /offee 'lantation is the first stop on your tour, drive 'alani for about .7miles and turn right on Kalo$o 4rive. Then go three miles to the third sign for Hao 3treet. Turnright again and follow Hao for about 6 mile. #ountain Thunder will be on the right side of thestreet. To continue the tour, return to 'alani 1oad, then bac$ to the junction of Highways 6:"6B"and south to the old #amalahoa Highway toward Holualoa Town.

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efore you reach the tiny mountain village of Holualoa, youFll find the Jeshima /offee/ompanyFs Kona /offee state. The pretty roadside $ios$ overloo$s its coffee trees and offers astunning view of the ocean.

/ontinuing south into Holualoa, watch for the >errari /offee %isitor /enter. @ou canFt miss theplace. ItFs across the street from the Kona Hotel, a hot pin$ establishment that is faithful to its 6BE"Fsorigins. Aess than a mile down the road, youFll come to Kona lue 3$y /offee /ompany, a large7""*acre estate that offers tours without the need for reservations. Holualoa /offee /ompany is

farther south on Hwy.6:".

THEKONACOFFEELIVINGHISTORYFARMThe Kona /offee Aiving History >arm, on

#amalahoa Highway in /aptain /oo$, provides awealth of information about the uniCue lifestyle ofKona coffee pioneers. n authentic coffee andmacadamia nut farm, the museum washomesteaded in 6B"" by 8apanese immigrants.

It has been preserved through the efforts of the

Kona Historical 3ociety, and is listed on both 3tateand &ational 1egisters for Historic 'laces.Interpretive guides in period costumes greet

visitors and lead hands*on tours of the farmFshistoric farmhouse, the processing mill, dryingroofs, and traditional 8apanese bathhouse. 3mallgroup tours are available by advance reservation.

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