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Fodor's Big Island of Hawaii
Paperback
Series: Full-Color Travel Guide
Publisher Price: $21.99
ISBN13: 9781640979147
Publisher: Fodor's Travel Publications
Published: Aug 18 2026
Pages: 288
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.60 Width: 5.20 Depth: 7.90
Language: English
Whether you want to view an active volcano, see the beaches of the Kohala Coast, or visit the scenic Waipio Valley, the local Fodor's travel experts in Hawaii are here to help! Fodor's Big Island of Hawaii guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.
Fodor's Big Island of Hawaii travel guide includes:
- AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
- MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
- MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently
- COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
- HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more
- PHOTO-FILLED BEST OF FEATURES on Best Big Island Beaches, Best Natural Wonders on the Big Island, What to Eat and Drink in Hawaii, and more
- TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
- HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more
- SPECIAL FEATURES on Flora and Fauna in Hawaii, What to Watch and Read Before You Visit, and Hawaiian Cultural Traditions
- LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
- UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Kailua-Kona, the Kohala Coast, Waimea, Maunakea, Hilo, Puna, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the Waipio Valley, and much more.
Planning on visiting other destinations in Hawaii? Check out Fodor's Oahu, Fodor's Kauai, and Fodor's Maui.
*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.
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