The Hawaiian islands are known for Oahu\u2019s North Shore,\u00a0Kauai\u2019s picturesque gardens and Maui\u2019s golf. Big Island\u00a0sometimes gets a visit from travelers returning to the islands, but\u00a0not always the first time guests. Maybe it\u2019s the overwhelming\u00a0factor or because it\u2019s the largest (and still expanding) of the\u00a0islands. Lonely Planet recently recognized the Top 10 US Travel\u00a0Destinations for 2012 and Big Island was among the locations\u00a0considered new, interesting and possibly overlooked.<\/p>\n
Exploration of the ecosystems, multiple national landmarks, lava\u00a0formations throughout the island and plentiful waterfalls greet guests\u00a0daily upon venturing outside. Gardens, Hawaiian heritage, regional\u00a0cuisine and scenic hiking trails are additional items to add to the\u00a0itinerary. Find time to spend a full day at Hawai\u2019i Volcanoes\u00a0National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage and World Biosphere Site.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/strong>Kona coffee farms, orchids, Hawai\u2019i Volcanoes National Park and\u00a0seemingly endless fresh local food are top features of Big\u00a0Island\u2019s expansive offerings. Pahoa offers excellent proximity\u00a0to venture to Hawai\u2019i Volcanoes National Park and the Pohoiki\u00a0Bay Villa is an idyllic stay in Pahoa for a group of eight. Garden\u00a0views, ocean views, nearby beaches for sunning or surfing and as many\u00a0activities as you\u2019d like are part of the package in a stay here.\u00a0The fully equipped gourmet kitchen may entice you to cook or you can\u00a0opt to request a gourmet chef during your stay (additional fee). A\u00a0spacious multi-story home, grand windows and doors streaming in light\u00a0and wondrous lush beauty, a greenhouse and a balcony will give a feel\u00a0of your own private estate, at least for a while.<\/p>\n
\nLocated in Hilo is an unbelievably great find and bargain\u00a0on Big Island. When you can vacation on a 20-acre estate and see green\u00a0valleys and fields meeting a perfect blue sky for miles, you\u2019ll\u00a0know you\u2019ve found the retreat. A lanai overlooks the land where\u00a0you can easily spend hours. The gourmet kitchen has an ocean view so\u00a0you won\u2019t mind creating meals from the fresh catch and other\u00a0good local eats from the farmers\u2019 market. The living and\u00a0sleeping areas are spacious and everyone gets a spot to sit and enjoy\u00a0the views. The hot tub is in the midst of nature and you can retreat\u00a0indoors by the fireplace when you\u2019re ready. Kolekole Beach Park\u00a0and Akaka Falls State Park are nearby so celebrate the splendor of\u00a0nature at this retreat.<\/p>\n