The Big Island of Hawaii

This is a guide to the largest and least-tamed island of the Hawaiian archipelago. Features include: reviews of accommodation options - from the luxurious Kona coast resorts to the characterful inns of the island's historic towns; critical coverage of the best in Pacific-Rim cuisine; information on sun, sea and surf - steering you to the beaches of white, black and even green sand; activity holiday ideas - and how to make them reality, whether you fancy a helicopter flight, horse riding, deep-sea diving, or trekking the lush interior; information on Hawaiian history, culture and tradition, and on the natural forces that have shaped Big Island's landscape, flora and fauna; and a survival guide to Honolulu on Oahu Island, where most Hawaiian flights arrive.