Hilton Waikoloa is the largest of several world class resort on the Kona coast – www.kohalacoastresorts.com
Hawaii Island (aka Big Island) is the largest island in the Hawaii Chain. It boasts World class facilities in Astronomy atop Mauna Kea, 2 national parks, USGS’s Volcano observatory, UH Hilo, and NELHA in Kona.
Hawaii Island has 11 of the planet’s 13 climate zones.
In the visitor industry, Hawaii Island is home to a diverse collection of world class resorts and hotels including some ranked as best in world.
Hilo is home to Merry Monarch Hula Festival – one of Hawaii’s most important culture events – www.merriemonarch.com
Photo credit: Hamakua Agricultural Cooperative; photo of Paauilo Forest Farm.
Hawaii Island has 1 million acres of land for great diversified agriculture – http://alternativehawaii.com/agriculture/index.htm