Big Island

  Eco-Conscious Travel Tips + Companies Making a Difference Hawaii is a paradise unlike any other: towering waterfalls, lush jungles, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with life. But this beauty is fragile. As travelers, we have the power to help preserve Hawaii’s environment through the choices we make. Thankfully, many tour operators across the islands…

Experience hidden waterfalls, steep sea cliffs, and volcanic landscapes only accessible by air. When you think of a trip to Hawaii, you probably picture beaches, surf, and volcanoes. But some of the most unforgettable sights in the islands aren’t visible from the ground at all. They’re tucked deep in valleys, behind mountain ridges, or within…

Aloha, My name is Toshi, and I’m a staff member with LeaLea on the Big Island of Hawaii. I had the pleasure of participating in the Kona Hop-On Hop-Off tour in November 2024, which departs from Kailua Pier. I’d like to share my experience and insights from the tour. This Hop-On Hop-Off tour takes you…

  Every year between December and March over 8,500 humpback whales come to Hawaii to give birth to calves, breed, nurse their young and to generally congregate. Consequently, during this window of opportunity, why not come on a whale watching adventure with an experienced crew who know how to let you get up close and…

  The Kona coastline running north to south of the western edge of Big Island (The Island of Hawaii) is steeped in history. So, what better way to discover everything than from the sea during a three-hour historical dinner cruise. Set out from Kailua-Kona for Kealakekua Bay Your cruise begins at 4.00 p.m. as you…

  Snorkeling off any of the Hawaiian islands is a treat and memorable beyond words, while dolphin watching is one of those lifetime experiences that leave you mesmerized by the beauty and agility of these wonderful marine mammals. Set out on board your 60’ catamaran from Kailua-Kona You will set out from Kailua-Kona, located on…

  For the first time in 38 years, the Big Island’s largest volcano erupted at around 11.30 a.m. local time on Sunday November 27 and as of today, Friday December 2, the Mauna Loa volcano is still erupting. Lava flows threaten to reach the highway, also known as Saddle road which bisects the island, connecting…

  When you’re visiting the Big Island of Hawaii on a cruise ship, there is only one slight problem, and that is you can be almost too far to the fabulous and beautiful countryside and dominant volcanoes. You just can’t get a full appreciation of the stunning surroundings. However, from the shore, everything changes, and…

  When you begin your vacation on the biggest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, commonly known as “Big Island”, it is all too easy to be distracted by the two predominant eye-catching features. First, there is the sparkling blue waters of the far-reaching Pacific Ocean which surround the Big Island. There is so much to…

  In traditional Hawaiian, the correct spelling for a luau is lūʻau, and for centuries it has been a traditional party or feast, usually accompanied by entertainment. The lūʻau can specifically be dated back to 1819 and is not, as many assume, a part of (very) ancient Polynesian culture.   You can thank King Kamehameha…