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Top Reasons to Go to Big Island
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Catch the lava fireworks at night and explore newly made land, lava tubes, steam vents, and giant craters.
Waipio Valley: Experience a real-life secret garden, the remote spot known as the Valley of Kings.
Kealakekua Bay Double Feature: Kayak past spinner dolphins to the Captain Cook Monument, then go snorkeling along the fabulous coral reef.
The Heavens: Stargaze through gigantic telescopes on snow-topped Mauna Kea.
Hidden Beaches: Discover one of the Kohala Coast's lesser-known gems.
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Travel Deals in Big Island
- $325-$335 -- Waikiki 4-Star Beach Resort incl. Breakfast Sheraton Waikiki
- $139 & up -- Oceanfront Hotel on Waikiki Beach, 35% Off BookIt.com
- $515 & up -- Hawaii 3-Nt. Escapes w/Air, Car Rental Pleasant Holidays
- $949 & up -- 11-Night Hawaii Cruise on Celebrity American Express Travel
- $16.85 & up -- Car Rentals across Hawaii CarRentals.com



