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Business owners on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi rely on ocean freight to deliver the supplies that keep their operations moving. To help add ease to your next Big Island ocean freight shipment, we put together this guide. Whether your freight is moving through Hilo Harbor or Kawaihae Harbor, we’ll show you everything you need to know. The must-knows you’ll find below will help you keep your supply chain running efficiently, avoid common Big Island ocean freight pitfalls, and keep your costs manageable. Big Island Freight Must-Know #1: The Island Has Two Ports If you live on the Big Island, you’re probably already aware of...

How many climate zones will you find on the Big Island? Some sources say eight. Other say ten, eleven, twelve—or even thirteen. While no one seems to agree on the exact number, one thing is clear: The Big Island is an incredibly diverse place. You’ll find a wide variety of climates, lifestyles, neighborhoods, and landscapes on the island. So when you’re doing a Big Island move, it pays to work with someone who knows the island inside and out. You need a mover who’s familiar with all of the different areas of the island and the unique moving challenges that come with each. On the...

The Big Island of Hawaii is the island that birthed a king—King Kamehameha the Great, the first to unite the entire archipelago into a single kingdom. The future king was born in Hawi, located in what is now called the North Kohala district of the Big Island. Legend has it that Halley’s Comet streaked across the sky the night before he was born. If its royal lineage alone doesn’t convince you, we’ve compiled a list of 11 (more) reasons why the Big Island is an awesome place to live. If you’re trying to decide which Hawaiian island to move to, these reasons will help you...

When people talk about surfing in Hawaii, the waves on Oahu are usually at the top of the list. However, it would be a mistake to overlook the surfing possibilities on the Big Island. There’s a storied history around Big Island surfing. Hawaiian royalty, including Kamehameha the Great and his wife, Queen Kaahumanu, reportedly surfed the waves that arrived at the Big Island’s leeward shores. Ancient petroglyphs on the Big Island document surfing, and heiau (sacred structures) at revered surf spots stand testament to the prominence of surfing on the Big Island. And let’s not forget: The Big Island is home to big-wave surfer Shane...

The Big Island has certainly earned its nickname. With an area of 4,028 mi2, it dwarfs all the other islands in the Hawaiian archipelago. In fact, it’s more than six times as large as Oahu! Now, when it comes to snorkeling, the size of the Big Island becomes your advantage. You’ll find 265 miles of coastline on the Big Island—2.3 times as much as Oahu. In other words, there’s plenty of shoreline to explore. To kickstart your Big Island snorkeling adventures, we’ve put together a list of the eight best spots to snorkel on the Orchid Isle. Whether you’re new to the Big Island, considering...

Last Updated: 8/9/2024 Considering a move to Hilo? You’ll find this town on the eastern coast of the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, nestled in the South Hilo district. Many people will tell you that Hilo is the rainiest city in the U.S.—but that doesn’t tell the whole story. In fact, Hilo sits in the “tropical rainforest” designation of the Köppen-Geiger Climate Classification System. In other words, there’s no dry season in Hilo. As a result, the landscape in the North and South Hilo districts is one of the most verdant on the island. Think waterfalls and plentiful plant life in vibrant shades of greens, pinks, reds, yellows, purples—almost every shade imaginable. Additionally, Hilo holds the...