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Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Treat yourself to a bird’s-eye view of the verdant stretch of land nicknamed The Valley of the Kings, a place of striking beauty and historical importance.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

The biggest island in the United States is a tropical paradise where you can swim , hike and explore volcanoes.

Snorkel in the clear waters at this beautiful spot, where gaps in the volcanic ocean floor hide a wealth of marine life.

The biggest island in the United States is a tropical paradise where you can swim , hike and explore volcanoes.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

Treat yourself to a bird’s-eye view of the verdant stretch of land nicknamed The Valley of the Kings, a place of striking beauty and historical importance.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

The biggest island in the United States is a tropical paradise where you can swim , hike and explore volcanoes.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Discover ancient Hawaii at this historic settlement.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Snorkel in the clear waters at this beautiful spot, where gaps in the volcanic ocean floor hide a wealth of marine life.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Marvel at the wonders of the natural world and discover traditional Hawaiian cultures, America’s colonial past and modern science all in one place.

“E komo mai Kona!” That means “Welcome to Kona!” in the native Hawaiian language, and you’ll hear it a lot when you escape to this fabulous tropical rock in the Pacific Ocean. Where is Kona, anyway? It’s on the eastern side of the island of Hawaii, and it’s a perfect destination for your next trip. Why? Because Kona holidays will get you lei’d the second you walk off the plane.

The biggest island in the United States is a tropical paradise where you can swim , hike and explore volcanoes.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.