Location, Location, Location

I choose the Big Island for many reasons, but mostly because it has such diverse scenery that we can do so much.

At Volcanoes National Park, we can drive or hike through lava rock covered terrain and see some active Volcanoes.

Waipi'o Valley is called the Valley of the Kings. It has black sand beaches and cliffs with some of the most amazing waterfalls on the island.

I have a feeling driving through this area will be like driving the Pacific Coast Highway in California.... but even more amazing!

Hilo is on the opposite side of the island from where we'll be staying. They say it's about a 2 hour drive. Hilo appears to be the rainforest-y side of the island.

And Finally... Kona. This is where we'll be staying. Kona is sort of the Cancun of the big island. It's a resort area, but is still less of a resort area than the other islands.

I've been hearing that the snorkeling is amazing!