Go Hawaii
Official tourism site for the islands. Links to more information on each of the islands, including the Big Island. Learn more about Hawaii's history. Make the most of your visit and go local by getting off the beaten path and seeing sites that most tourists don't get to experience.

All Big Island Tours
Large list of tours available on Hawaii's Big Island. Find out about different types of outings such as helicopter trips, interisland tours and parasailing tours. Or find out about tours around the island via bus, walking and hiking or off road expeditions. Lists a monthly special and general prices so you can budget your trip.

Hawaii's Big Island
In addition to information about the history, heritage and features of each island, this site lists activities and attractions. Get maps of the area, find out where to stay, where to eat and where to play. Specific information on upcoming festivals, museums on the big island and Hawaii arts.

Virtual Field Trip of the Big Island
If you can't make it to the Big Island for some reason or you want to give your child a taste of the culture and beauty of Hawaii, this site offers some wonderful details. Check out the Kilauea Volcano erupting virtually. Also offers a flight around the Big Island and a kids' virtual tour.

KonaWeb
Online resource offering big island travel guides, photo of the day and resources for relocating to the Big Island. Find lava flow hazard zone maps and a moving to the Big Island forum. Get details about building a home, real estate service and farmer's markets on the island.

Amazon: Hawaii's Big Island
Amazing collection of books about the Big Island. For big island travel planning, you'll want to check out Hawaii the Big Island Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook. If you plan to take your children, then you'll want big island travel with Kids Hawaii: The Big Island. Many other guides covering a trip to the Big Island.

Let's Go Hawaii
In addition to information such as big island travel guides, local features and attractions and places to stay, find out what to pack, where to snorkel and a hiking guide. Also shop for books offering additional information on the Big Island, buy  maps and even purchase souvenirs.

Beach and Condo Rentals: Big Island
For an extended stay, many people rent a condo to save money and gain the convenience of more comfortable living quarters.  Many of these condos are located directly on the beach or within a few blocks. Some condos are featured on the first page but there are many more condo rentals inside the pages of this site.

Big Island Festival
Planning is going on now for the 2008 Festival, but you can email the committee with questions or check out the photos from the 2006 Festival. The festival includes a cook off, wine tasting, top chefs preparing tasty regional cuisine, a spa luncheon and seminars.

Big Island Shopping
Alii Drive is known for dining, upscale shopping and the open air Keauhou Shopping Center. Site also offers information on where to view live hula performances, musical performances, and other cultural activities. Also get information on the petroglyph fields and plants native to Hawaii.

County of Hawaii
Local website for Hawaii County. Check out a message from the Mayor, bus schedules and a detailed calendar. Be sure to check out information on how to obtain a camping permit and sign up for the weekly online newsletter. Also includes possible employment opportunities on the island.

Big Island Shopping big island travel Directory
Find the perfect souvenir at this site. Choose from Hawaiian inspired clothing, books and many miscellaneous items such as jewelry, local art, music, beachwear, flowers, island edibles, photos, videos, sports equipment and specialty stores.

Hawaii State Parks
More than a dozen state parks are listed on this site, many featuring photographs.  Each listing offers a detailed synopsis of what visitors will find at that particular park. Be sure to download your free 31-page guide to Hawaii's State Parks. Also includes details about fees and permits.

101 Things To Do: Big Island
In addition to top shopping, this site lists top things to do. Check out the "Hot Clicks" box on the left side, which lists items such as where to find the Best Fish and Seafood on the island, where to book diving trips, best barbeque and where to find the restaurant in the southern tip of the United States.

Big Island: Wikipedia
Online Wiki encyclopedia offers details about the Big Island. From the population to the geography to history and economy. Also gives links to information on places of interest such as Akaka Falls, Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethno botanical Garden and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

This Week Magazine
Magazine details activities and events on the Big Island. Also offers details on the surrounding islands of Oahu, Maui and Kauai. Site offers maps, details on shows and attractions and information about luaus. The beautiful Hawaiian women featured on the cover are listed at the site as well.

Fly fishing Hawaii
Site details fly fishing experiences off the coasts of Hawaii's Big Island. Links to sites that detail the types of fish that can be caught and includes photographs of fish such as the trevally, ulua, papio, barracuda and the bonefish. Also includes details on some of the best fishing spots and where to find them.

Fodor's big island travel Guide: Hawaii
Gives details on shopping on the Big Island, times the stores open and where they are located.  Also links to information about local restaurants, hotels, and nightlife and the arts. Offers smart big island travel tips to help you plan your time on the Big Island. Many other articles on a wide variety of topics.

Big Island Beaches
No visit to Hawaii would be complete without walking to soft sand beaches and viewing at least on spectacular sunset. Site lists the beaches that can found on the island along with photographs of many of them. Get more info on popular beaches such as the Crystal Cove or Kiholo Bay.