5 incredible ways to experience the island of Hawaii NOW
Photo: Island of Hawaii Visitors Bureau/Paul Zizka
There’s never been a better time to visit the island of Hawaii.
One of the most ecologically diverse places on Earth, its landscape can change in a matter of minutes, from white to black sand beaches, to acres of rolling hills and pastureland, to rainforest serenaded by the sounds of native birds. Manicured organic farms back up against the untamed wilderness, the island refusing to be defined by any single term.
And just like the island’s terrain, no two journeys here are quite alike. Whether you travel with a swimsuit or a flashlight and hiking pole, the island of Hawaii is here to surprise you.
This post is proudly produced in partnership with The Hawaiian Islands.
The Culture
Photo: Hawaii Tourism Authority/Tor Johnson
The island of Hawaii has a history as rich as its landscapes. Preserved through dance, museums, and cultural sites, its complex story is still being crafted today.
The Outdoors
Photo: Hawaii Tourism Authority/Anna Pacheco
The island of Hawaii is the youngest in the archipelago, a sprightly 500,000 or so years old. In this time, the island has managed to sprout into desert shrubland, lava fields, lush forests, and multicolored beaches. Grab your hat and water bottle — it’s time for an adventure.
The Ocean
Photo: Island of Hawaii Visitors Bureau/Tyler Schmitt
Surf, swim, paddle, or just admire. With a coastline that’s ever expanding thanks to volcanic activity, the island of Hawaii is a constantly evolving playground of ocean adventures. That is, if playgrounds had lava flows, manta rays, and sea turtles.
The Art & Museums
Photo: Hawaii Tourism Authority/Daeja Fallas
You’ve seen some of the island’s stunning natural landscapes for yourself. Now it’s time to learn a bit more about them and how the land, sky, and sea have served as muses for many creative people of Hawaii.
The Food
Photo: Hawaii Tourism Authority/Heather Goodman
The island of Hawaii’s abundance of farms and skilled chefs makes it easy to explore with your taste buds as guide. Coffee, beer, and fresh seafood: three effortless and highly rewarding ways to experience Hawaii.
This post is proudly produced in partnership with The Hawaiian Islands.