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Getting from Kona to Hilo: What Actually Works (Not What Travel Blogs Tell You)

January 5, 2026 by Marcie Cheung

Find out how to get from Kona to Hilo by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of palm trees with a blue sky background.

Are you planning a trip to the Big Island and trying to figure out how to get from Kona to Hilo? Find out the easiest ways to get to Hilo from Kona using shuttle services, car rentals, taxis, buses, and more. Scroll for all the Big Island transportation options!

How to Book a Big Island Photographer and Actually Get Photos You’ll Love

January 5, 2026 by Marcie Cheung

Find out where to book a Big Island photographer recommended by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of a mom and 5yo boy posing on a sandy path on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Planning a trip to the Big Island and want to get awesome Big Island family photos? Keep scrolling to find out how to book affordable Big Island photographers for your vacation!

This Big Island Chocolate Farm Tour Will Make Your Kids Beg to Come Back (Only 10 Minutes from Hilo!)

January 1, 2026January 1, 2026 by Marcie Cheung

Check out this Lavaloha Chocolate Farm Tour review by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of a woman showing a little boy a Cacao pod while they hold umbrellas at a Big Island chocolate farm.

Are you looking for the best things to do in Hilo, Hawaii? Keep scrolling to see how to do a Big Island chocolate tour at Lavaloha Chocolate Farm.

Best Budget Big Island Hotels: 20 Affordable Places Under $300 (2025 Guide)

December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Hawaii on a Budget: Top 10 Cheap Big Island Hotels featured by top Hawaii travel blog, Hawaii Travel with Kids: Looking for a Kona B&B? Head to the Bears' Place Guest House in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Planning a trip to the Big Island and want to book a place to stay that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg? Find out our top budget-friendly Big Island hotels.

We Stayed at Volcano House Hotel Twice – Is Sleeping on a Crater Rim Worth It?

December 30, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Check out this honest Volcano House Review by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of a historic hotel in Hawaii.

Are you looking for the best Hawaii Volcanoes National Park hotel? Keep scrolling for my honest Hawaii Volcano House review so you can decide if it’s right for your family.

This Tiny Big Island Church Is One of the Most Beautiful You’ll Ever See

December 23, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Find out how to visit the Painted Church in Hawaii by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of the inside of a colorfully painted church.

Are you looking for the best things to do in Kona, Hawaii? Keep scrolling for my top tips and tricks for exploring the Painted Church in Hawaii, which is a top Kona activity.

What to Pack for Big Island Hawaii: The Only Checklist You Need (2026)

December 20, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Find out what to add to your Big Island packing list by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of a suitcase with brightly colored items inside.

Here you’ll find my best Big Island packing list for exploring Hilo, Kona, and everywhere in between with kids.

Best Coffee in Kona: 10 Spots Only Locals Know About

December 16, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Find out where to find the best coffee in Kona recommended by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids! Image of a cup of coffee surrounded by coffee beans and coffee berries

Are you planning a Big Island vacation and want to know where to find the best coffee in Kona? Keep scrolling to check out my list of the best Kona coffee shops worth a stop!

Is the Royal Kona Resort Worth It? My Honest Review

December 14, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Read this honest Royal Kona Resort review by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids. Image of pool chairs under a thatched umbrella near the ocean.

Are you looking for the best place to stay in Kona for families with kids of all ages? Keep scrolling to read my honest Royal Kona Resort review.

11 Best Big Island Restaurants for Families (2026 Local Guide)

December 10, 2025 by Marcie Cheung

Find out where to eat on the Big Island with kids recommended by top Hawaii blog Hawaii Travel with Kids! Image of a plate of Hawaiian chicken tacos

Are you planning a trip to the Big Island and want to know the top food spots? Find out where to eat on the Big Island with kids for families who love tasty food!