Low key and affordable, Hilo has recently raised its coolness factor with a swanky new speakeasy and local chefs gaining ...

From witnessing the fiery eruption at Kīlauea to hiking through tropical forests, nature lovers have plenty to do on the east ...

and breathtaking waterfalls are certainly something worth exploring as well. Especially those at the Hamakua Coast, an almost unknown region along the northeastern shore of Hawaii's Big Island ...

To reach the free state park and access Rainbow Falls from downtown Hilo, take Waianuenue Avenue to Rainbow Drive. There is ample free parking, as well as restrooms and a water fountain.

A visit to Hilo's 'Akaka Falls State Park requires a short (0.4 ... travelers say it's worth the trip. Many of the best Hawaii tours also stop here, if you don't want to venture to the area ...

If you're going to the Hawaiian islands and planning on a stay on Big Island, you should head to the east coast to see this ...