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and we are going to be camping at Mackenzie State Recreation Area...so we will be on (the west side?) about 30 miles south of Hilo...Anyways, we plan to see Akaka Falls, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Red Road, Lava Tree State Monument and Rainbow Falls. What else is there to do on that side of the island? Will it be worth the drive (and money) to visit Kona? Also, where should we go to see a good Luau?
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First of all, Mackenzie State Rec Area is located on the east side of the Big Island. Not many tourists go down that far and you will find mostly locals in the area. That's good and bad, in that not all locals in that part of the island are "visitor friendly", so keep that in mind. There can also be incidences of vandalism, car break-ins, etc. because it is fairly isolated. There is no water there.
The other problem of staying "at the end of the road" so to speak is that for you to visit any of the places you've mentioned, with the exception of the Lava Tree State Monument, you're looking at a minimum of an hour's drive. May not seem like much, but after a day or two of back and forth driving, gas at $5/gal, you'll rethink that.
You might consider camping at one of the campsites located in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for part of your visit, instead. Not only is it more convenient to the HVNP, but they are kept up better. I will add that if you do choose to do so, you'll want to bring fairly warm clothing and rain gear as it does tend to get "cool" at night and misty/drizzling conditions are common as well.
Namakanipaio Campground is off the main road (Hwy 11) and has water, restrooms, picnic tables, etc. and is a first-come, first-serve campground. It only has 8 campsites, so can be tricky finding one open at times. http://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm
Contrary to the other response left, it is called the Big Island because it is fairly big, unless you just plan on driving around the island on a windshield-tour, there is a lot of driving to get from point to point. Kona is the western side of the island and where most of the tourist activities and hotels are to be found because it is the sunny, dry side of the island.
So, if you're wanting to go to a luau, Kona will be your destination. Kona is about 3.5/4-hrs drive from Mackenzie State Park. Its about a 2/2.5-hr drive from HVNP Unless you're a member of Costco, fill your vehicle with gas in Hilo when possible, gas runs 15-20 cents/gal more elsewhere on the island.
I invite you to visit my blog at www.myhawaiifoodfun.com, click on the Big Island under the Categories section to get a better idea of what kind of activities are available.
First of all, Mackenzie State Rec Area is located on the east side of the Big Island. Not many tourists go down that far and you will find mostly locals in the area. That's good and bad, in that not all locals in that part of the island are "visitor friendly", so keep that in mind. There can also be incidences of vandalism, car break-ins, etc. because it is fairly isolated. There is no water there.
The other problem of staying "at the end of the road" so to speak is that for you to visit any of the places you've mentioned, with the exception of the Lava Tree State Monument, you're looking at a minimum of an hour's drive. May not seem like much, but after a day or two of back and forth driving, gas at $5/gal, you'll rethink that.
You might consider camping at one of the campsites located in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for part of your visit, instead. Not only is it more convenient to the HVNP, but they are kept up better. I will add that if you do choose to do so, you'll want to bring fairly warm clothing and rain gear as it does tend to get "cool" at night and misty/drizzling conditions are common as well.
Namakanipaio Campground is off the main road (Hwy 11) and has water, restrooms, picnic tables, etc. and is a first-come, first-serve campground. It only has 8 campsites, so can be tricky finding one open at times. http://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm
Contrary to the other response left, it is called the Big Island because it is fairly big, unless you just plan on driving around the island on a windshield-tour, there is a lot of driving to get from point to point. Kona is the western side of the island and where most of the tourist activities and hotels are to be found because it is the sunny, dry side of the island.
So, if you're wanting to go to a luau, Kona will be your destination. Kona is about 3.5/4-hrs drive from Mackenzie State Park. Its about a 2/2.5-hr drive from HVNP Unless you're a member of Costco, fill your vehicle with gas in Hilo when possible, gas runs 15-20 cents/gal more elsewhere on the island.
I invite you to visit my blog at www.myhawaiifoodfun.com, click on the Big Island under the Categories section to get a better idea of what kind of activities are available.
Julia Quinn the Bridgerton Series: which book is the best?
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I only read the fourth book because it's how i found out about Julia Quinn in the first place and I heard that the whole series is good. I was just wondering which book is the best out of the eight :)
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I like:
- The Duke And I (1st book)
- Once Upon A Wedding (8th &last book)
Some other historical romance books I like are:
- Compromised Hearts by Hannah Howell
- If He's Wicked by Hannah Howell
- If He's Wild by Hannah Howell
- My Lady Captor by Hannah Howell
- Suddenly by Candace Camp
- Seduction by Amanda Quick
- The Pursuit by Johanna Lindsey
- Marriage Most Scandalous by Johanna Lindsey
- The Accidental Bride by Jane Feather
- Marry Christmas by Jane Goodger
- To Catch A Bride by Anne Gracie
- His Captive Lady by Anne Gracie
- Naughty By Nature by Barbara Pierce
- Never Romance A Rake by Liz Carlyle
- Always A Scoundrel by Suzanne Enoch
- The Duke Next Door by Celeste Bradley
- The Earl Claims His Wife by Cathy Maxwell
- A Notorious Love by Sabrina Jeffries
- Prisoner Of My Desire by Johanna Lindsey
- England's Perfect Hero by Suzanne Enoch
- The Madness Of Lord Ian MacKenzie by Jennifer Ashley
I like:
- The Duke And I (1st book)
- Once Upon A Wedding (8th &last book)
Some other historical romance books I like are:
- Compromised Hearts by Hannah Howell
- If He's Wicked by Hannah Howell
- If He's Wild by Hannah Howell
- My Lady Captor by Hannah Howell
- Suddenly by Candace Camp
- Seduction by Amanda Quick
- The Pursuit by Johanna Lindsey
- Marriage Most Scandalous by Johanna Lindsey
- The Accidental Bride by Jane Feather
- Marry Christmas by Jane Goodger
- To Catch A Bride by Anne Gracie
- His Captive Lady by Anne Gracie
- Naughty By Nature by Barbara Pierce
- Never Romance A Rake by Liz Carlyle
- Always A Scoundrel by Suzanne Enoch
- The Duke Next Door by Celeste Bradley
- The Earl Claims His Wife by Cathy Maxwell
- A Notorious Love by Sabrina Jeffries
- Prisoner Of My Desire by Johanna Lindsey
- England's Perfect Hero by Suzanne Enoch
- The Madness Of Lord Ian MacKenzie by Jennifer Ashley
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