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Charli Oct 2nd, 2001 02:40 PM

Volcano Village for 5 nights?
 
I am planning a trip to BI and was thinking of staying near the volcano park for the entire time. Am I crazy? We will have just spent a week on Kauai so I thought it would be nice to see something different. What do you think? Or should I split it up between Waimea or Kona. Thanks!

Celeste Oct 2nd, 2001 03:00 PM

Personally I think two nights are more than enough. Kona is lovely, and Hilo is nice as well.

Nan Oct 2nd, 2001 03:09 PM

Unless you are a scientist I would stay only 1 or 2 nights. If you want someplace different, try staying on the Hilo side of the island. There are some nice places to rent for a week.

M Nielsen Oct 2nd, 2001 05:38 PM

There is alot to see in Volcanoes Natl Park, however the surrounding town of Volcano Village has almost nothing to do. There is a winery nearby that makes wine out of something - not grapes - I am sorry can't remember what it is. I didn'y check it out but it could be a side trip. But I have to say that after two days of hiking in VNP my old legs were pretty tired and ready for some relaxing on the beach.

Charlotte Oct 3rd, 2001 02:44 PM

Thanks for the quick replies. This helps alot. Does anyone know about the areas called Kapoho and Wood Valley and Pahoa? I found a website that are homes that are leased by the owners. Anyone have bad experience? <BR> <BR>Thanks!


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