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Relax beneath the palm trees, enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving or surfing, and discover ancient Hawaiian sites at one of the most idyllic beaches on the island.

Uncover Hawai’i’s cowboy heritage in this picturesque ranching town, featuring historic estates, cultural venues and rolling green pastures with a mountain backdrop.

A stunning and tranquil waterside haven, particularly popular with snorkelers and divers.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

The largest island in the US offers plenty of swimming and hiking as well as some impressive volcanic scenery.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

This serene Hilo bayfront park offers the serenity of a Japanese garden, a lush canopy of banyan trees and beautiful views from a sacred ancient Hawai’ian island.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Rise early to come to this scenic waterfall for the best chance of seeing the beautiful rainbows that give it its name.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Relax beneath the palm trees, enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving or surfing, and discover ancient Hawaiian sites at one of the most idyllic beaches on the island.

Visit the original bronze tribute to Hawai’i’s most famous leader, King Kamehameha I, standing regally in North Kohala and ceremonially draped with fragrant leis.

Visit this Kohala harbor town to enjoy excellent fresh seafood and art galleries, surf clear swells rolling into the harbor and see an ancient Hawai’ian temple.

Explore a heritage village and a magnificent bay at this protected cove on the Kona Coast, where tropical fish and spinner dolphins swim among the coral.

Explore a heritage village and a magnificent bay at this protected cove on the Kona Coast, where tropical fish and spinner dolphins swim among the coral.

Visit the original bronze tribute to Hawai’i’s most famous leader, King Kamehameha I, standing regally in North Kohala and ceremonially draped with fragrant leis.

Step back in time at this historic cattle ranch and magnificent homestead in Waimea, where Hawai’i’s first cowboys worked the land and a family left a legacy.

Visit the original bronze tribute to Hawai’i’s most famous leader, King Kamehameha I, standing regally in North Kohala and ceremonially draped with fragrant leis.

Scenic drives and picturesque lookouts, local art galleries, golf and theater welcome travelers to the northeast coast of Hawai’i, the state’s scenic Big Island.

Explore a heritage village and a magnificent bay at this protected cove on the Kona Coast, where tropical fish and spinner dolphins swim among the coral.

A stunningly beautiful, 135-metre-high waterfall on Hawaii’s Big Island, surrounded by a captivating rainforest park.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

Discover over 2,000 species of tropical plants at this conservation area set in a fertile valley, where dense rainforest offers a home to diverse animal life.