About The Big Island of Hawaii:

The Island of Hawaii (called the Big Island or Hawaii Island) in the U.S. state of Hawaii is a volcanic island in the Pacific Ocean. With an area of 4,028 square miles (10,432 km²), it is the largest island in the United States and larger than all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined.

Hawaii is said to have been named for Hawaiiloa, the legendary Polynesian navigator who first discovered it. However, other accounts attribute the name to the legendary land or realm of Hawaiki, a place from which the Polynesians originated, the place where they go in the afterlife, the realm of the gods.

The Island of Hawaii is administered under the County of Hawaii. The county seat is Hilo. It is estimated that as of the year 2003, the island had a resident population of 158,400 persons.

Driving directions from the Kona International Airport at Keahole:

Google Map directions from the Kona Airport 22.2 miles about 32 minutes

Driving directions from the Hilo International airport:

Google Map directions from the Hilo Airport 77.2 miles about 1 hour and 54 minutes

Warm With Aloha...

The Luau became a Hawaiian tradition in 1819 when the King first held a celebration where women were allowed to attend. This tradition has grown into one of the most beloved experiences of the many people who visit Hawaii. Traditional foods served at these colorful Hawaiian celebrations include poi, roasted pig, salt water and fresh water fish, sweet potatoes, mountains of fresh fruit and the favorite drink served, is of course, the Mai Tai. Every guest is given a traditional lei when they arrive. Leis are made from either flowers or shells depending upon which island the Luau is being held.

Some of the more distinctive flavors that are perceived to be expressly Hawaiian were really brought to the islands from other cultures over the course of many years. These include the pineapple, coffee and macadamia nuts.

Big Island of Hawaii Map