... the summit, so a summit tour would be a waste of money. Star gazing is at the Visitors Center. You can drive there but it isn't the safest drive back in the dark and you have to find a rental car agency that allows you to go up there ... more

... you do a one way rental and fly out of Hilo. Please be aware that although your daughter naturally thinks it is cool to do stargazing, she has no idea of the logistics. You have to drive up and down 9000 feet on a winding road. The Hilo section of ... more

... risk. If a large pig decides to cross the road right in front of you, you WILL have a very serious accident. (Happened to a neighbor of ours - she ended up in the hospital with major injuries. Never a good thing, and most certainly not while you're on vacation ... more

... all the islands. Really depends what you want to experience on a Hawaiian vacation - there is much to do and I am sure one of the islands would suit you well. It would help to know how much time you have and approximate daily budget - good luck with the planning ... more

... the ability to make great vacation plans. My advice would be to start with a book, to get the crucial overview, pick out what appeals to you, then make a list of your taste, budget, and wishes and ask the forum. Meanwhile, peruse the excellent topics in the general Hawai ... more

... to Kauai or Maui before returning home.You'll need a rental car everywhere but right in the city of Honolulu. Don't worry about 'seeing all of Hawaii'. Everybody returns to Hawaii! (We've been visiting every winter for 30 years -- although the Caribbean is much closer to Chicago ... more

... looking for a relaxing beach vacation, with some ... ... 10 minute walk away. Our rental car will provide for the site seeing so we want, so I think we're covered. I'm assuming any other questions/issues can be addressed by the Mauna Lani staff. Any thoughts or comments would ... more