There’s something special about a night market. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the Volcano Evening Market, keep reading to find out why this market just might be our favorite place for live music, delicious meals, unique souvenirs, and more.
Even if you live in Hawai’i, you just need a vacation sometimes! If you need a getaway but don’t want to travel far, want to beat the heat of October, or escape the crowds of Ironman, we suggest a Volcano staycation. Keeping reading to find out more!
Get the most recent updates from Hawai’i County and the Hawai’i State Department of Health on COVID-19, and all the info you need to plan your upcoming Volcano vacation on the Big Island!
Here's some fun information on the humpback whales that travel from Alaska to Hawai'i every year... And a few helpful tips for seeing these gentle giants while visiting the Big Island yourself!
Not all volcanoes are created equal! Here, we look at the key differences that make the Big Island's volcanoes much safer than Krakatoa, Hunga Tonga, and some of the more dangerous volcanoes around the world
With a deeper understanding of Hawaii’s volcanoes, we can all safely explore and enjoy Kīlauea, Mauna Loa, and beyond! And since January is Volcano Awareness Month, it’s the best time of year to learn more about the 6 (yes, six!) volcanoes on the Big Island!
Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Find the best gifts on the Big Island right here in Volcano Village! Keep reading for Volcano Heritage Cottages’ top gift ideas inspired by the talented individuals and businesses that call Volcano, Hawai’i home!
The ‘alalā, or Hawaiian crow, arrived in Hawai'i before humans settled here. And now they're relying on us to help them survive and thrive. Read more about how the ʻAlalā Project is restoring these native crows to the wild and how we can all be part of their recovery story!
Madam Pele has taken up residence in Kīlauea Volcano once more, and Halemaʻumaʻu crater’s lava lake isn’t the only proof of her presence. For over a century, many claim to have encountered her white dog days before an eruption. You can read more about some of our favorite tales of Pele’s dog in today’s blog!
Kīlauea is erupting again and the plumes of steam and glow of the lava lake can once more be seen in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park! Witnessing the volcano’s eruption is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you can enjoy safely. Here we share our favorite viewpoints for seeing the eruption, how to stay safe while visiting the park and more!
If you’re on Hawai’i Island and want to reconnect with nature, schedule a petting zoo tour at the Lili House Farm, a family farm in the agricultural area of Volcano. With over 100 animals - cows, turkeys, chickens, tortoises, bunnies, cute baby dwarf goats, sheep, a donkey named Arthur, a Peking duck flock, Kune Kune pigs, and more - there is an abundance of opportunity to feed animals, pet them, and learn during your visit to Lili House!
Hawai'i has a rich plantation history and our very own Ola’a House has deep ties to what was once Hawai’i Island’s largest sugar plantation. Read more about how the home of the Ola'a Sugar Company's manager became Volcano's Ola’a House, and discover how one man's vision for creating a place for showcasing historic artifacts and highlighting Hawai’i’s multicultural heritage became the Hawaii Plantation Museum.
