On Hawai’i Island, we’re surrounded by green year round. We even have a beach with green sand! Papakōlea Beach is only 52 miles from our vacation rentals in Volcano, HI, making it a day trip that you don’t want to miss!
The Volcano Art Center is at the heart of Volcano Village, an artist's community on Hawaii Island. Nestled within the Niaulani Rain Forest, the Center operates a thriving fine arts gallery that showcases the handcrafted artwork of more than 230 local artists. Tour the native rainforest, explore the outdoor sculpture garden, or take a class at the Center’s Hale Ho’omana!
A black sand beach lined by rows of coconut palm trees makes Punalu’u Black Sand Beach a memorable sight on Hawaii Island. Formed of volcanic materials and small lava fragments, this black sand is one of the coolest sights on the Big Island. And you just might encounter a sea turtle (honu) while snorkeling and exploring the bay! Read more about snorkeling, picnicking, and exploring this rare beach.
Dreaming of lush rainforests, tropical plants, rare flowers, sunrises, stargazing and adventure? It can all be found within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island! Ready to get off the beaten path and into nature? Here are our top 5 reasons why Volcano, Hawai’i is the nature lover’s paradise you’ve been dreaming of!
When it comes to a romantic evening, you can’t go wrong cuddling up in front of the fire at Tutu’s Place or the Ola’a House. The next time you visit the Big Island with your sweetheart, be sure to check out Lorna and Albert's other top picks for romantic destinations and unique dates in Hawai’i, including wine tasting, horseback riding, and more!
There's more to Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park then the Kīlauea Volcano and its lava lake! Here's how to view the park's ancient petroglyph fields and understand the carvings, all while staying at a charming rental just minutes away from this sacred Big Island sight!
Working remotely comes with flexibility and the freedom to work from anywhere, including Hawai’i Island. So if you have been working remotely, why not take advantage of this newfound freedom and spend a week or two working in a new setting, like Volcano's lush rainforest on the Big Island.
Nature abounds in and around Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. And we’re not just referring to the Kilauea Volcano, which is currently (and nonchalantly) erupting - Many animals call the park [...]
In March of 2020, at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the state of Hawai’i put stringent lockdown measures in place to ensure the safety of our islands, requiring that [...]
The Big Island is home to an impressive total of five volcanoes: Hualālai, Kohala, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Kīlauea, with Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park containing the latter two. Kīlauea [...]
Recently, Albert and I (Lorna) have decided to explore more of the area south of Volcano. Mainly Punalu'u and the Kahuku portion of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. We picked Sundays [...]
