Akaka Falls, a short drive from Hilo The windward sides of the islands are packed with lush greenery and abundant waterfalls. Akaka falls on the Big Island is a can't-miss sight that's easy to get to. Today, you can put it on your desktop! Akaka Falls (2) by Kristina D.C. Hoeppner is licensed under
A gem of a beach on Maui - Big Beach What the locals call "Big Beach" at Makena holds a very special place in my heart - it was the very first Hawaiian beach I ever stepped into and it changed my life forever after. This specific shot is on a "big day" where the
Stare and this long enough and you'll feel the warmth of the Hawaiian Sunset This was taken from Ala Moana Beach park, a popular centrally located beach on Oahu just a few minutes from Waikiki. It's the kind of photo that, if you look at it long enough, will transport you there. Try it and
East Oahu’s last remaining wilderness and a treasure for all to enjoy The Kaiwi Coastline on Oahu's southeast shores has something for everyone - surfing a world-famous Sandy Beach, a great hike for the whole family at Makapuu Lighthouse, and a pristine sandy coastline that stretches for several miles. It's a great place to enjoy
Is this what heaven looks like? Kauai's Kalalau Valley I have been to this valley both from the mountains (about where this view is) and from the ocean and while there are many beautiful places in Hawaii, I still think this one is above all others. Kauai is my 2nd favorite island and this stunning
An amazing spectacle of power I vividly remember seeing a lava flow for the first time. I was staying with some friends on the Big Island and we drove to a spot in the middle of the night. I looked out and saw a long finger of the most captivating deep-orange red color I've ever
The most beautiful place on earth I spent a week kayaking and camping on Kauai's Na Pali coast in my 20s and it was the most amazing nature trip I've ever taken. For me, this is the most beautiful place on earth. I'd have to say that Kauai is my 2nd favorite island (Oahu No
Rainbow Falls on the Big Island This is one of the most accessible waterfalls in the entire state of Hawaii. It's short drive outside of Hilo town and is practically next to a local highway. It's a major tourist attraction with ample parking and wheelchair accessibility. That side of the island is very wet and
Nothing quite like a sunset, right? One of the most amazing things about sunsets besides their incredible beauty is how people line up on the beach to watch them. It's like we're all mesmerized for about a half hour until the sun falls below the horizon. A long time ago I had an office with
Right now (July 2016) there's a precious moment going on the Big Island of Hawaii: lava is flowing off a steep cliff into the ocean and it's attracting thousands of visitors. If you ever get the chance, you must go see a lava flow in Hawaii from active volcanoes! Why would you want to see lava flow
Bucket-List - A Visit to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on Big Island, Hawaii! One of my regrets after living in Hawaii for over six years is that I never made the effort to go over to Big Island for what is no-doubt the best attraction in the Hawaiian Islands - Volcanoes National Park. I have
Big Island, Hawaii: Cities - Beaches - Map - Airports - Weather All posts in Big Island Hawaii category (click). Cities Kailua-Kona Hilo Beaches Kua Bay Beach Park Hapuna State Beach Park - Eli Hart grew up on Big Island and this is his tribute to the beach he loves. Makalawena Beach Mauna Kea Beach Map
