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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
- $269 -- Maui 4-Star Beachfront Resort & Spa, Reg. $489 BookIt.com
- $199 -- Hawaii: Waikiki 4-Star Resort in Summer, Save 50% Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa
- $785 & up -- 3-Nt. Kauai Getaways incl. Air, Upgraded Car Pleasant Holidays
- $1499 & up -- Oceanview: 7-Night Hawaii Cruise, R/T Honolulu Norwegian Cruise Line
- $13.29 & up -- Car Rentals across Hawaii CarRentals.com


