Hula Planet:What To Do In Hawaii

Let me start with the Big Island, Hawaii.  Rolled into one pretty package, this island takes the best aspects of all the Hawaiian Islands, where only here you can go from the beach to a volcano and to the rain forest, all in one day.   It’s hard to top an island that offers all that.

But did you know that there are the many festivities and activities found on the island that will fill your vacation with memories to last a lifetime?

Something special for the film enthusiast , you don’t want to miss the Big Island Film Festival May 14-17. This festival features films for families as well as for mature audiences.   The festival will be screening independent narrative short and feature films.  And when it’s over, the Audience Choice for both the short and feature films are shown after a two-hour concert.

Next, you should make plans to visit Hilo for the 4th Annual Hilo Inter-Tribal Powwow, May 24-25.  The whole family will enjoy partaking in the festivities which include Native American singing, dancing, food and storytelling.

If you are a fan of the Triathlon, the 2009 Honu Triathlon on May 20,  is a qualifying event for the Ford Ironman World Championship which will bring fierce competition to the Big Island on May 30.  You can cheer your favorite athletes on at the Kohala Coast.  Then there is the Kona Marathon taking  place on June 28 and is open to everyone.

On May 23 & 24 the spotlight is on the Waimea Bonyu Kai Bonsai Clubs Annual Exhibition.  This is the island’s oldest bonsai club and they are proud to share more than 50 trees for your enjoyment.  If a bonsai garden is your passion, you could find some incredible information at this event.

What a treat to celebrate the 4th of July at the Annual Parker Ranch Rodeo.  Rodeo competition starts at 9a.m. and lasts until noon.  There are also children’s activities and traditional Hawaiian fare.  A 4th of July that the whole family will enjoy and remember for years to come.

The Big Island has over 30 national, state and county parks where you can spend your days hiking and exploring.  Getting back to the beauty of nature is a sure way to release stress and relax on your vacation to Hawaii.

If you have never been to the islands, I hope these helpful tips on special events and places to explore will help you decide that now is the time to go.