Author: Big Island Guide

The 2024 Ironman World Championship Men’s Race will be held in Kailua Kona, Hawaii on Saturday, October 26th, 2024.

Home to some of the best sweet bread, treats and malasadas, no visit to the Big Island is complete without stopping by this Hawaiian bakery.

If you’re visiting Kau and want to treat yourself to a good meal or delicious treat after a day of adventuring, check out these dining establishments.

For those seeking a delicious meal while in the southern end of the Big Island, Aloha Mix Food Truck is a must-visit.

Among the best sushi establishments on the Big Island, Shiono Restaurant offers an incredible selection of Japanese dishes.

Set against the backdrop of seaside cliffs and incredible ocean views, Mauna Kea Golf Course offers pristine golfing conditions year-round in a remarkable tropical setting.

Offering unique and memorable ocean cruises and snorkel tours that are sure to be the highlight of your vacation.

An award-winning aerial tour that takes you throughout the Hawaiian Islands, Blue Hawaiian is a reliable and exciting air tour for the whole family.

Action-packed and iconic, UFO Parasail makes for the perfect adventure tour above the tropical waters of Kona.

Fly high on a parasail and enjoy an awe inspiring bird’s eye view hundreds of feet above the Big Island’s Kona Coast.

The Thomas A. Jaggar Museum is permanently closed due to damage from the 2018 Kilauea Eruption. It will be deconstructed starting in 2024. Read about the museum’s history here.

The Big Island experienced an eruption of Kilauea during the summer of 2018, marking some of the most significant seismic activity in decades.

Hookena Beach Park is regarded as one of the Big Island’s best beaches for camping, swimming, and snorkeling.

A friendly and warm beachside establishment, Lava Lava Beach Club keeps it consistent and tasty no matter the time of day.

Enjoy our Recap of the 2023 Ironman World Championship Women’s Race, held in Kailua Kona Hawaii on Saturday October 14th, 2023.

The Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation offers a fun and tasty visitor center experience for guests to the Big Island.

The Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden is a 40-acre natural garden of tropical plants and a nature lover’s paradise located in the Onomea Valley.

The 2022 Ironman World Championship was another one for the record books!

Home to the annual Magic Sands Bodysurfing Championship, White Sands Beach Park is a versatile Hawaiian beach with easy access to surfing, swimming, and snorkeling opportunities.

Enjoy some footage from the 2021 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival in Kailua Kona Hawaii.

Teeming with protected and endangered species, Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm allows you and your family to see and interact with these unique animals.

The 2021 Ironman World Championship was held in St. George, Utah on May 7, 2022.

No visit to the Big Island is complete without heading out to see molten lava. There are many ways to see the flows but a Lava Boat tour is a real treat.

The Waipio Valley Shuttle is an easy and safe way to explore the wondrous “Valley of the Kings” along the northeastern end of the Big Island, the tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime sightseeing experience.

The Waipio Valley black sand beach on the Northern coast of the Big Island is a beautiful scenic destination with fine black sand and crashing waves.

The Waipio Valley is a stunning scenic destination with a black sand beach, beautiful waterfalls and Hawaiian historical & cultural significance.

One of the finest beaches in Hawaii, stretching over a quarter of a mile with sandy shores perfect for swimming and playing in the crystal clear water.

Puna is host to several large Farmers Markets offering up some of the island’s best produce, delicious cuisine and handmade crafts.

The premier dining establishment in the Mauna Lani Resort, CanoeHouse offers fine dining in a breathtaking Big Island setting.

If you’re looking for a sophisticated dining experience be sure to check out these delicious fine dining restaurants.

With an unmatched location on the Big Island’s Kona Coast, Outrigger Kona Resort delivers a unique combination of relaxation, adventure, and authentic Hawaiian aloha.

Kona’s Farmers Markets give you the opportunity to find the freshest produce, give straight back to the community and enjoy one of Hawaii’s favorite shopping experiences.

Set against one of the most iconic sunset locations on the Big Island, the Outrigger Kona Resort’s wedding services are among the best in Hawaii.

The Big Island is world-famous for its pristine multi-colored beaches, explore more with our comprehensive beach guide.

One of the best snorkeling areas in the world resides at Honaunau Bay, better known to locals as Two Step for the natural rock formation that provides easy access to the water – even if you’re wearing flippers

One of the most memorable and fascinating activities to seek out on your Big Island adventure is diving or snorkeling with the manta rays at night.