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Packing for the Big Island: What to Bring (and What to Leave at Home)
Packing for a Big Island vacation is different than packing for a typical beach getaway. Yes, you will want swimsuits, sandals, sun hats, and plenty of beach time. But Hawaiʻi Island is wonderfully varied. In one trip, you can float in warm ocean water, drive through cool ranch country, and end the day wrapped in…
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Mother-Daughter Trips & Girlfriend Getaways on the Big Island
There is something special about traveling with the women you love. A mother and daughter. Sisters. Lifelong friends. A small circle of women who have carried each other through busy seasons, family responsibilities, work, caregiving, and all the everyday demands of life. A Big Island getaway gives you something different. Space to breathe. Time to…
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Best Big Island Beaches for Every Season, and Why It Matters
A Big Island beach day is never just about choosing the closest stretch of sand. On Hawaiʻi Island, the ocean changes with the seasons, the swell, the wind, and even the time of day. A beach that feels calm in the morning can look completely different by afternoon. A shoreline that is perfect for snorkeling…
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Farmers Markets of the Big Island: What to Buy and When to Go
Life on the Big Island comes with many benefits, and one of the best is easy access to fresh local food. Farmers’ markets bring together growers, makers, bakers, artists, and neighbors in a way that feels personal and genuine. For residents, these markets are part of daily island life. For visitors, they offer a deeper…
Read MoreWhy a Vacation Rental Beats a Hotel on the Big Island
One of the first things you’ll have to decide while arranging your dream trip to Hawai‘i’s Big Island is where to stay. Hotels have always been the most popular choice, but more and more people, especially families, couples, and groups looking for a deeper experience, are choosing vacation rentals instead. We at Kohala Coast Properties…
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