Opportunities for outdoor activities abound throughout the beautiful Kohala coast region.

Displaying a remarkable number of diverse and well-textured pieces across a variety of mediums, Harbor Gallery is a must-stop for guests on a Big Island gallery tour.

A robust and distinctive collection located within the Mauna Kea Hotel, the Mauna Kea Hotel Art Collection proudly displays important cultural touchstones of Big Island’s last 50 years.

Positioned right along Waterfront Row in Kailua-Kona, Kona Oceanfront Gallery boasts work from some of the Big Island’s most famous and celebrated artists in an oceanfront setting.

Kohala Coast Fine Art provides a wealth of original, Hawaiian-produced artwork that includes oil and watercolor paintings, ceramic and glass sculptures, and handmade jewelry.

Colors of Paradise Gallery is a family-run, Hawaiian-owned refuge for those who call the Big Island home, you’ll see some of the most remarkable artwork found anywhere in Hawaii.

Extreme Exposure Fine Art Gallery is a photography lover’s paradise. Offering unique perspectives on volcanic activity and lava flows found throughout the wonders of the Big Island.

Offering two Waikoloa Village locations, Genesis Galleries continues to be a world-renowned art gallery specializing in glass-blown works and original Hawaiian paintings and artwork.

A remarkable art gallery that happens to be the oldest artist cooperative in the State of Hawaii, the Kailua Village Artists Gallery offers a wide array of mediums in a historic environment.

Gallery at Bamboo offers a colorful flair and creative surrounding to the Big Island gallery scene, displaying handmade furniture, decor, clothing, and artwork throughout the Hawaiian islands.

Handcrafted with style using the most exotic stones, minerals and local woods shrouded in titanium, gold, and silver, these rings are designed to impress.

Featuring wonderful watercolor, oil and airbrush paintings from Shelly Maudsley White, depicting tropical themes, vibrant florals, native birds and barnyard animals.

Tai Lake carves local wood into beautiful creations, crafting studio-furniture pieces with the finest attention to detail, form and craftsmanship.

Honolii Beach is renowned for its year-round swells; with the summer months generating calmer waves perfect for intermediate surfers and body boarders.

A quaint and delicious bakery and cafe in Hilo, Moonstruck Patisserie is the perfect destination for a quick breakfast or treat.

Keauhou Bay is sanctified with sunny skies and perfect waters for snorkeling, scuba diving, paddle boarding, and kayaking.

The coastline of the Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park with petroglyphs, trails, two beaches, freshwater springs, fishponds and tide pools with green sea turtles.

A hometown watering hole and eatery, Hilo Town Tavern makes for a perfect respite from the hustle-bustle of downtown Hilo.

If you’re visiting the Kau Area, here are the state and national parks you should see to gain a taste of Hawaii’s culture and unique natural wonders.

If you’re visiting the Puna Area, here are the state and national parks you should see to gain a taste of Hawaii’s culture and unique natural wonders.

Onekahakaha is a great family beach park with a large shallow, white-sand bottomed lagoon protected by a lava rock seawall.

Travelers and locals alike enjoy the popular water activities at James Kealoha Beach Park such as swimming, snorkeling, surfing, and fishing.

Waiolena Beach Park makes for a great location to enjoy an outdoor picnic and listen to the ocean waves crash along the rocky shore.

A popular destination due to its sequence of natural lava rock pools, tide-pool coves, and fresh water springs with nice pavilion picnic areas and great views of the Pacific Ocean

Looking for something tasty and sweet? Short N Sweet Bakery and Cafe is the perfect spot for a quick, satisfying treat with delicious coffee.

Hilo’s dining scene remains a strong and vibrant community, and there’s no better establishment for a lovely dinner than Ponds.

Sometimes it’s nice to keep things simple. Oceans Sports Bar and Grill offers the experience you’d expect from a neighborhood bar with a Hawaiian twist.

Meet some playful dolphins and explore Kua Bay Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii.

The Kona Art Gallery in Holualoa features art from a variety of artists, as well as drums, rattles, stationary and jewelry capturing the Big Island’s magical allure.

The temperate and sunny climate of the Hamakua Coast allows farming communities to grow delicious produce which is sold at the Hamakua Harvest Farmers Market each Sunday.

This small shop, run by the Kimura family is known for quality woven goods made from lauhala, a traditional Hawaiian weaving material.

The Glyph Art Gallery located in Holualoa Village features a fantastic selection of work by many of the Big Island’s best local artists.

Across 36 holes of pristine Hawaiian real estate, Waikoloa Beach & King’s Courses (Public 18) is a breathtaking and unique golf experience on the Big Island.

This world-class golf course on the western side of the Big Island is the second-oldest on the island, and offers impeccable conditions nearly every day of the year.

Set along the golden coast of the Big Island, the Kona Country Club is one of the oldest and well-regarded public courses in all of Hawaii.

With one of the best and most impressive backdrops found anywhere in the golf world, the Mauna Lani North and South courses make for a remarkable golfing adventure on the Big Island.