A - The Big Island is aptly named. It has 63% of Hawaii's combined landmass, making it larger than all of the other Hawaiian islands combined. With new volcanic eruptions the island is literally still growing. The Big Island is the biggest and youngest Hawaiian island — home to active volcanoes, black sand beaches, Mauna Kea stargazing, and 8 of the world's 13 climate zones. It is the island for coffee connoisseurs, astronomers, whale watchers, volcanologists, manta ray snorkelers, and travelers who crave a raw, dramatic, and truly unique Hawaiian experience.

A - The Big Island offers active volcano exploration at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, cascading waterfalls along the Hamakua Coast, and stargazing from the summit of Mauna Kea. Even the beaches break the rules here — green sand, black sand, and white sand all share the same coastline. Add manta ray night snorkels off Kona, Mauna Kea stargazing at nearly 14,000 feet, and an active volcano you can hike to, and you start to understand why repeat visitors call this their favorite island. Other top activities include whale watching in winter, coffee farm tours in Kona, snorkeling at Two Step and Kahaluu Beach Park, and exploring the historic Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park.

A - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the most extraordinary natural attractions in the United States — home to Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, and the massive Mauna Loa.

A - The Big Island enjoys warm, pleasant weather year-round on the leeward Kona side. While the winter months get a little more rain and might be a little cooler, the weather in Kona stays pretty sunny and warm year-round — it's a perfect spot for a winter vacation. On the Kohala Coast, you'll find even drier conditions, though expect some rough surf in winter. Winter from December through April is prime whale watching season in the waters off the Kona coast. Summer brings calmer ocean conditions ideal for snorkeling and diving. The Big Island gets a large spike in visitors during the holidays, more than the other islands.

A - Oahu is the gathering place — Waikīkī, Pearl Harbor, North Shore surf, and everything Hawaii is famous for in one island. Oahu offers a different kind of Hawaiian experience — one that blends natural beauty with energy, culture, and accessibility in a way no other island does. Here you can wake up to ocean views in a luxury hotel, spend the morning hiking a volcanic crater, explore historic landmarks in the afternoon, and end your evening at a high-end restaurant overlooking Waikiki Beach.

A - Yes — Oahu's activity list is the most diverse of any Hawaiian island. Must-do experiences include visiting Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, watching world-class surfers on the North Shore, hiking Diamond Head for panoramic views over Waikiki, snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, attending a traditional Hawaiian luau, exploring the Polynesian Cultural Center, and experiencing the vibrant dining and nightlife scene in Honolulu.

A - he weather on Oahu is warm and pleasant year-round, so there's truly no bad time to visit. The favorite months to visit are April/May and September/October — because there are fewer visitors, the weather is great, and it's a little less expensive to travel in this off-peak season. Winter from November through March brings large surf to the North Shore — a spectacular sight for spectators — and is also prime whale watching season in Hawaiian waters. Summer brings calm ocean conditions ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and water sports.

A - Ko'Olina is a resort community located on the southwest coast of Oahu, approximately 24 miles from downtown Honolulu. The main feature of Ko Olina is its four man-made lagoons, which offer protected swimming and one of the ten best beaches on Oahu.

A - Ko Olina offers activities for everyone — swimming in the lagoons, nearby hikes, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, golf, and sailing from the Ko Olina Marina. It has plenty of options for places to stay and won't leave you hungry with Ko Olina Station filled with restaurants and each of the four hotels offering top-notch dining. Ko Olina is a convenient starting point for catamaran cruises, snorkeling with marine life, dolphin watching tours, zipline adventures at Coral Crater Adventure Park, and Pearl Harbor shuttle tours.

A - Ko'Olina is arguably the best family destination on Oahu. The four protected lagoons are ideal for activities such as SUP, snorkeling, and canoeing — shallow and calm waters make them a safe and perfect place for younger children.

A - Ko'Olina is on Oahu, approximately 24 miles from downtown Honolulu and 20 miles from the Honolulu airport. Traffic on Oahu can be challenging so the trip between Ko'Olina and Honolulu can take as little as 30 minutes or over an hour depending on the time of day.