As Hawaiʻi gets ready for Fourth of July celebrations, Kīlauea offered a dramatic celebration of its own. On June 27, 2026, the volcano marked Episode 50 of its ongoing summit eruption inside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Lava fountaining began at 10:10 a.m. HST and ended at 5:10 p.m., after seven hours of…

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…

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…