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Helicopters over volcanos

#grouptravel Helicopter tours are everywhere on the Big Island Hawaii. But it really can be a special experience to do this with your group or family. Our helicopter held 6 guests so not the largest available but a comfortable size for our group. Flying over the volcanoes and coastline and sharing in the excitement with my special people was something I will never forget. Getting There - Our helicopter left from Hilo airport. Next to the commuter terminal. If you stay on the Kona side of the island it’s about a 1.5 hr drive over the saddle road (one of big islands best maintained roads) Attractions - volcanoes, lava devastation, waterfalls, desert and rainforests are all items you will see in the hour long flight. After the helicopter ride you can also make your way to Volcano National Park for an up close look at the sites. Cost - $$$$ the helicopter ride was about $250AUD each and worth every cent. Or entry to Volcanoes National Park is $30 for 7 days. Food & Restaurants - Volcano House Shopping - numerous gift shops throughout the visitor centre and volcano house. #grouptravel #familytravel #gooutside #passionpassport

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Hawaii

Which island is good to go to in Hawaii? This super comprehensive guide tells you ⛰【Attractions Guide】 Hawaii State is the only island state in the United States with its capital located on Oahu Island in Honolulu (Honolulu) The main islands for tourism in Hawaii are: Oahu Island, Maui Island, Big Island, Kauai Island, Lanai Island. It's a magical place that makes you want to go again, willingly brushing it two or three times. Next Accommodation recommendation: Maui Island Weileya Four Seasons Resort, Maui Island Weileya Andaz Hotel, Montage Kapalua Bay Hotel 【Big Island Biq island ]: The largest island with the most adventure activities, you can see active volcanoes still flowing with magma, Big Island is very wild, you can climb volcanoes, tropical rainforest hiking, night diving manta rays, sunset stargazing here Accommodation recommendation: Walaile Four Seasons Resort 【Kauai Island Kauai]: The most primitive island in Hawaii, suitable for people who like nature and outdoors. It is also the filming location of Jurassic Park. The island has the most natural creatures and tropical rainforests. Because most of the places on this island are still inaccessible, helicopters have become the best way to unveil the mysterious veil of these places. If you want to see this primitive island, you must take a helicopter Accommodation recommendation: Sheraton Resort on Kauai Island, Hyatt Resort and Spa 【Lanai Island lanai]: If you are tired, come to this island to recuperate. Lanai Island is the most private and healing island in Hawaii, and many wealthy people from all over the world will come here for vacation Accommodation recommendation: Four Seasons Resort, Lanai Four Seasons Sen Shan Hotel 【Oahu Island Oahu]: Lazy people who are on vacation must go here, the capital Honolulu (Honolulu) and the famous Waikiki Beach are located here. Here you can surf, skydive, swim with sharks and manta rays. Go out to sea and dance with dolphins, and there are golf courses. It is the most modern island in Hawaii, where you can find delicious restaurants, and those who like shopping can buy and buy here. The itinerary here will not be too tiring, no need to make a strategy, suitable for going if you want to go, eating, drinking, and having fun are all very complete Accommodation recommendation: Four Seasons Resort on Oahu Island, Ritz Carlton Hotel on Waikiki Beach, Kaihelan Resort Hotel 【Maui Island Maui]: If you like to watch the sea and play in the sea, this is the right place. Maui Island really has unique scenery, enjoy the magnificent sunrise and sunset, and the brilliant starry sky at night. December to May of the following year on this island is also a good place to watch whales. The "Road to Paradise" on the east coast of the island here you can drive through the dense rainforest all the way, enjoy the magnificent coastline and the most beautiful waterfalls The itinerary of Maui Island will be more tiring because there is a lot of driving, basically going out early and returning late Accommodation recommendation: Maui Island Weileya Four Seasons Resort, Maui Island Weileya Andaz Hotel, Montage Kapalua Bay Hotel 【Big Island Biq island ]: The largest island with the most adventure activities, you can see active volcanoes still flowing with magma, Big Island is very wild, you can climb volcanoes, tropical rainforest hiking, night diving manta rays, sunset stargazing here Accommodation recommendation: Walaile Four Seasons Resort 【Kauai Island Kauai]: The most primitive island in Hawaii, suitable for people who like nature and outdoors. It is also the filming location of Jurassic Park. The island has the most natural creatures and tropical rainforests. Because most of the places on this island are still inaccessible, helicopters have become the best way to unveil the mysterious veil of these places. If you want to see this primitive island, you must take a helicopter Accommodation recommendation: Sheraton Resort on Kauai Island, Hyatt Resort and Spa 【Lanai Island lanai]: If you are tired, come to this island to recuperate. Lanai Island is the most private and healing island in Hawaii, and many wealthy people from all over the world will come here for vacation Accommodation recommendation: Four Seasons Resort, Lanai Four Seasons Sen Shan Hotel

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Big fun on Big Island

Big Island is actually called Hawaii island, it gets its name from being the biggest island in the state of Hawaii. I arrived via a short plane ride from Honolulu to Kona. You can also fly into Hilo on the other side of the island. Kona is a lovely small town and it is quite compact to spend a morning roaming around. Its location on the sea makes it all the more picturesque. The bulk of accomodation options are also around this area. Similar to neighboring Oahu, there's plenty to do! But unlike Oahu, it's much less busy and feels more laid-back and slow, something which 'island time' really reinforces. You'll want to rent a car and a car with enough horsepower, as the winding roads can be tough for a smaller car, especially when going up steep hills. On the island, you'll find both active and inactive volcanoes. A great place to discover more would he Volcanoes National Park, where you can see fumes coming out of a crater. You'll see the massive impact the lava has had on the Hawaiian landscape, where roads and towns were completely swallowed by it. The island also hosts many black sand beaches, which is a result from the constant volcanic activity in the vicinity. One of the most famous is Punalu'u Beach. There you can also spot sea turtles! Of course you'll also find numerous other beaches doting the coast. Some of them do incur a cost for parking but otherwise are free to enter. You'll also find many hiking trails which you'll be rewarded with beautiful waterfalls. Hiilawe Falls comes to mind. It's a very steep hike so do come prepared! Finally you can't leave Kona without trying some famous Kona coffee! Try some and take some home with you. Overall, Hawaii is a wonderful island to visit where you'll be rewarded with stunning and amazing landscapes. You'll also find a host of activities that is bound to keep you occupied for the entirety of your stay! #island #travel #hawaii #usa #explore

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Black Sand Beach

Punalu'u Beach is so famous for their black colored sand. And turtles always here, and make a preserved spot for them. If you vist with kids, they will really happy with this sleeping turtles. You don't miss punaluu bakery shop near this black sand beach. This Bake Shop is famous for it's most soutest location and Malasada Donut. Malasada Donut with vavarian cream is so nice~ #passionpassport#gooutside#beachlife#foodie#summervacation#nationalpark#awesomepic#givethanks#naturalwonders#beaches

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Sunset on the Big Island of Hawaii

How to enjoy the sunset of a lifetime on the Big Island of Hawaii During my few days on the Big Island, I never had the chance to formally see the sunset. Either because I misremembered the sunset time and was rushing in the mountains, or because the clouds were so dense that I was panting to catch up. Until the last evening, at Mauna Kae, I finally witnessed a beautiful sunset that I will remember for half a lifetime😭 Before departure, I was indecisive. The guide described the difficult road up the mountain, and although I rented a four-wheel drive, the fear of the unknown made me start looking for a guided tour up the mountain. However, I was scared off by the high price of $750 for a chartered car🙂 Strictly speaking, it was money that drove me to face the fear of the unknown🙂 The road to Mauna Kae is divided into two sections: the first is to navigate to the Mauna Kae Visitor Information Station; the second is from the visitor information station to the observatory (no navigation required, there is only one road). The first section of the road leads to the visitor center, which is a normal mountain road without much difficulty. On the way, you will pass through the clouds, visibility is low, and it may rain lightly (see picture 14). Drive slowly, this road is very beautiful, with quiet rain and fog, strange plants, and a sudden drop in temperature, full of mystery and emotion. At the visitor center at an altitude of about 2000 meters, you can stop for a while to adapt to the high-altitude environment and use the restroom (the restroom is very clean, and if you continue to go up, there are basically mobile restrooms). But if it's close to sunset time, if your body allows, it's best not to stop and queue up the mountain as soon as possible. The queue will be checked one by one by the ranger, who will teach you how to shift gears when going up and down the mountain, and will also chat a few words. If the queue is long, it is likely to miss the sunset. The second section of the road is described as a terrifying mountain road in various guides, but if you have driven on more primitive mountain roads in China, this road is nothing! The first three-quarters are dirt roads covered with small stones (but it feels like they have been leveled), and the last quarter is a well-paved asphalt road. Proceed slowly in the correct gear throughout the journey, and when there are no other vehicles, try to drive close to the center of the road, and there will be no big problems! About manual shifting, we checked various materials a few days in advance, memorized various fancy skills, and found that even if you don't know anything, when you face the ranger, they will patiently teach you how to shift gears and which gear to use when going up and down the mountain. This is not complicated! You will understand it as soon as you hear it! It even seems that the same gear is used for going up and down the mountain, and the ranger teaches the safest way. In fact, we still shifted to other gears at a slower speed on some sections of the road. If you are not an old driver, you should follow the instructions! Safety first! Drive all the way to the end, and you will reach the observatory at the top of the mountain. The altitude here exceeds 4000 meters. If you are worried about altitude sickness, you can refer to my experience. Generally speaking, when the altitude exceeds 2000 meters, I will feel dizzy, and if I stay for a long time, I will have symptoms of headache and nausea; when the altitude exceeds 4000 meters, I will stay in bed and not get up🙂 We stayed at the observatory for forty minutes, and only in the last five minutes did I clearly feel dizzy, my eyes were spinning, and my ears were ringing, so as long as the time is not too long, you don't need to worry too much about altitude sickness.

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Secret Beach_Green Sand Beach

When you visit at Big Island, you must go to Green Sand Beach. It's near South Point Park that famous for cliff diving spot. After parking your own car, then you have to get in Local's Pickup truck by paying about 20$ for roundtrip. You can stay at Green Sand Beach around 1-2 hours if you want. Please keep some snack and water. #staycation#gooutside#beachlife#summervacation#nationalpark#awesomepic#naturalwonders#beaches

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Big Island_Kona Downtown

If you have a plan to Big Island at Hawaii near winter season, you must choose Kona then Hilo. Because kona has always great weather and suuny beach even though winter raining season. Also, Big island's most sand beach also locats at west side at Kona, so it's so important reason to keep choosing Kona. Finally, At kona, you can see beautiful sunset every day because it is west :) #passionpassport#gooutside#beachlife#foodie#summervacation#awesomepic#wintergetaway#naturalwonders#beaches

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Big Island_ Westin Hapuna Resort

I always have stayed here Westin Hapuna Resort when I visit at Big Island. This hotel is really amazing. Great view, Beutiful Step Pools, and Buffet breakfast. Especially hotel guests can use freely walkin down to famous Hapuna beach. #staycation#beachlife#foodie#summervacation#awesomepic#beaches

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My second visit to the Big Island

First trip was way too short so my wife and I went in March of 2022. We stayed at the Hilton Waikoloa. So beautiful and picturesque.

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🍍 10 Fascinating Facts About Hawaii🏝️

#alohaspirit 1. Made up of 137 Islands Hawaii is an archipelago consisting of 137 islands, though only 8 are major islands. These include well-known ones like Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island. 2. Home to Active Volcanoes Hawaii is the only U.S. state with active volcanoes. Kilauea, on the Big Island, is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. 3. The Birthplace of Surfing Surfing was first practiced in Hawaii over 1,000 years ago by Polynesians. Today, it’s a central part of Hawaiian culture and an iconic sport worldwide. 4. A State of Superlatives Hawaii boasts the world’s tallest sea mountain, Mauna Kea, which rises more than 33,500 feet when measured from the ocean floor, taller than Mount Everest! 5. No Snakes Hawaii is one of the few places on earth where you won’t find any native snake species, thanks to strict regulations to prevent them from entering. 6. The Aloha Spirit The concept of “Aloha” extends beyond a simple greeting. It’s a way of life, symbolizing love, compassion, and mutual respect. 7. Home to Unique Wildlife Hawaii is home to some of the rarest species in the world, including the Hawaiian monk seal and the Hawaiian hoary bat. 8. The Only U.S. State Made Up Entirely of Islands Unlike other states that are part of a landmass, Hawaii is the only U.S. state composed solely of islands in the Pacific Ocean. 9. Different Climates in One State Hawaii features an incredibly diverse range of climates, from tropical rainforests to arid deserts, all within a few hours’ drive. 10. Hawaiian Language and English Though Hawaiian was once the primary language, today both Hawaiian and English are official languages, with English being more commonly spoken.

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#beachvacation has everything in one place~ couple of swimming pools, great beach, dolphin lagoon & snorkelling lagoon. big enough to have tram inside!

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🏖️ Sun & Sea at Mauna Lani

#beachlife Mauna Lani on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii's Big Island is set amidst lush gardens and overlooks the Pacific Ocean. It has exquisite rooms with ocean views - perfect watching the majestic sunset. Stay here & indulge in world-class dining, championship golf courses and a don't forget to check out the spa! It's an unforgettable Hawaiian retreat with unparalleled hospitality and breathtaking natural beauty.

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2025Hawaii Volcano Viewing|trip.com

Introduction Hawaii Volcano Viewing

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Helicopters over volcanos

Hawaii

Big fun on Big Island

Black Sand Beach

Sunset on the Big Island of Hawaii

Secret Beach_Green Sand Beach

Big Island_Kona Downtown

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My second visit to the Big Island

🍍 10 Fascinating Facts About Hawaii🏝️

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🏖️ Sun & Sea at Mauna Lani

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