Our author, a Hawaii resident, helps you steer clear of anything that's overpriced, touristy, or inauthentic. With Frommer's in hand, you'll know where to find secluded beaches; secret spots for snorkeling; the best outfitters to choose for everything from diving to deep-sea fishing; and where to find the top galleries and shops.
Each of our candid hotel reviews is based on a detailed personal inspection. You'll find lavish beachfront resorts, intimate rain-forest B&Bs, family-friendly condos, and much, much more.
Whether you want to watch the fiery spectacle at the Big Island's volcano, play a challenging round of golf, snorkel with sea turtles, or simply kick back with a mai tai to watch the sunset, you can design the perfect trip with Frommer's Portable Big Island of Hawaii.
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Höhe: 18.7 cm
Breite: 11.1 cm
Dicke: 11 mm
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978-1-118-02882-7 (9781118028827)
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A resident of the Big Island, Jeanette Foster has skied the slopes of Mauna Kea--during a Fourth of July ski meet, no less--and gone scuba diving with manta rays off the Kona Coast. A prolific writer widely published in travel, sports, and adventure magazines, she's also the editor of Zagat's Survey to Hawaii's Top Restaurants. In addition to writing this guide, Jeanette is the author of Frommer's Hawaii; Frommer's Maui; Frommer's Kauai; Frommer's Hawaii with Kids; Frommer's Honolulu, Waikiki & Oahu; Frommer's Maui Day by Day; and Frommer's Honolulu & Oahu Day by Day.
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1 HAWAII, THE BIG ISLAND 1
Orientation 4
The Island in Brief 5
When to Go 8
BIG ISLAND CALENDAR OF EVENTS 10
Entry Requirements 13
Getting There & Getting Around 15
Money & Costs 19
Health 20
Safety 23
Specialized Travel Resources 24
Staying Connected 27
FAST FACTS: THE BIG ISLAND 29
2 WHERE TO STAY 36
The Kona Coast 36
The Kohala Coast 48
Waimea 55
The Hamakua Coast 57
Hilo 59
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 63
South Point 66
3 WHERE TO EAT 69
The Kona Coast 70
The Kohala Coast 79
North Kohala 83
Waimea 84
The Hamakua Coast 86
Hilo 87
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 93
South Point/Naalehu 95
4 FUN ON & OFF THE BEACH 96
Beaches 96
Watersports 101
Hiking & Camping 111
Golf & Other Outdoor Activities 115
5 SEEING THE SIGHTS 123
The Kona Coast 123
6 SHOPS & GALLERIES 156
The Kona Coast 156
The Kohala Coast 161
North Kohala 163
Waimea 163
The Hamakua Coast 165
Hilo 166
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 168
7 THE BIG ISLAND AFTER DARK 171
Big Island Luau 171
Kailua-Kona 173
The Kohala Coast 173
Hilo 175
Volcano Village 176
Index 177
Accommodations Index 182
Restaurant Index 182
