Big Island

The largest Island in the Hawaiian chain, the Big Island of Hawaii is where Mother nature pulls out all the stops from fiery volcanoes,  sparkling waterfalls and black lava deserts to tropical rain forests, alpine meadows and miles of golden, black and even green sand beaches.  Inland, its heart is snow capped Mauna Kea, the world's tallest sea mountain, and the vast Volcanoes National Park.  For a respite from breathtaking views, pack a picnic and head for the black-sand beaches of Waipio Valley, where you can laze the day away in the sun.  The fruitful combination of creative chefs, good soil, and rich traditions has made this Island a culinary destination, evident in homegrown fruits, vegetables, meats and seafood that dominate the menus.