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Surfing Big Island East

Just off these beautiful black-sand beaches, prime surfing spots are waiting.

Hotels catch a new wave

The Naniloa's ambitious room renovations are among the big changes at the Hilo Bay hotel.

Weddings like a dream

Let the lucky couple's love burn as bright as the molten lava, the locals say.

World’s best volcano park

The fire goddess Pele's lands are shaped by fire, ash, lava and earthquakes.

Hiking, cycling: Good to go

Wear comfortable shoes: There are over 150 miles of trails in the Volcanoes National Park.

What to Do

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One of the world’s natural wonders, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park dates back to... 

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Hilo is one of the Big Island’s few shopping destinations. Visitors won’t... 

alt text Lush life, in the gardens

Rain forests, waterfalls, lush landscaped gardens, paradises for bird watchers: Whatever’s... 

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Dining & Entertainment

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In Hilo, the local chefs always think big Whether it’s the rib-sticking local... 

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Observing the observatories Call it big sky country. The Big Island volcano region... 

alt text Nightlife at a breezy pace

Tropical drinks, extra umbrellas? Straight no chaser? Corona with a lime? No problem.... 

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Hotels & Vacation Packages

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The hotels of Hilo are clustered around the Bay, providing guests with cooling breezes,... 

alt text Lodging: Paradise for less

The Hilo and Volcano areas offer some surprisingly good values for those not in the... 

alt text Weddings like a dream

For drama, nothing beats a wedding ceremony at the edge of a volcano. Let the lucky... 

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Sports & Adventures

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Surfers headed to the Hilo area will find dozens of spots worth exploring. Some of... 

alt text Golf: Greenest greens ever

Big hitters and fairway runners alike will enjoy the Hilo area’s 18- and 9-hole... 

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The hiking trails in Volcanoes National Park could keep a visitor occupied for an... 

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