Summary
Frommer2s Portable Guides offer all the detailed information and insider advice of a Frommer2s Complete Guide--but in a concise, pocket-sized format. Perfect for the short-term traveler who insists on value and doesn2t want to wade through or carry a full-size guidebook, this series selects the very best choices in all price categories and takes you straight to the top sights. Get the latest on hotels, restaurants, sightseeing, sports, shopping, and nightlife in a nutshell in these lightweight, inexpensive guides. An exciting addition to our series, this brand-new guide captures the very best of Hawaii2s most fascinating and diverse island. Frommer2s Portable Hawaii: The Big Island, written and personally researched by two of Hawaii2s most noted journalists, is a concise, candid guide to the best places to stay and dine in all price categories. We2ll take you on all kinds of adventures, from an erupting volcano to rain-forest waterfalls, from world-class golf courses to secret snorkeling spots, from deep-sea fishing to scuba diving. The perfect tropical getaway is yours with Frommer2s!
Table of Contents
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Planning Your Trip to the Big Island |
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4 | (1) |
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The Big Island Calendar of Events |
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Getting Married on the Big Island |
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Tips For Travelers with Special Needs |
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11 | (2) |
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Getting There & Getting Around |
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17 | (3) |
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Money-Saving Package Deals |
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For International Visitors |
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22 | (4) |
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Getting to & Around the United States |
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Fast Facts: For the International Traveler |
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28 | (5) |
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Getting to Know the Big Island |
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33 | (5) |
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38 | (2) |
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Fast Facts: The Big Island |
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52 | (4) |
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park |
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61 | (5) |
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66 | (2) |
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69 | (11) |
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park |
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Fun in the Surf & Sun: Beaches & Active Pursuits |
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100 | (28) |
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106 | (9) |
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115 | (4) |
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Golf & Other Outdoor Pursuits |
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119 | (9) |
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Exploring the Island: Sightseeing, Shopping & Nightlife |
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The Big Island After Dark |
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Index |
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