Fall in Love with Hawaii's Kohala Coast

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A Piece of Paradise - When vacationers dream up images of Hawaii, they imagine turquoise water, incredible sunrises, even better sunsets and volcanoes. And they are right. But if they don't visit the Kohala Coast, a 20-mile stretch of coastline located on the western side of the Big Island, they won't experience one of the most magical looking destinations that the state has to offer. Here, more than a dozen reasons why a visit will be more than just a fun time—it will be life-changing. By Ayana Byrd (Photo: David Alexander/Getty Images)
Endless Lava - It’s jarring that after many (many) hours on a plane, you get your rental car and head onto the highway, wondering what the Big Island has to offer and you are greeted with black rock as far as the eye can see. The miles of lava juxtaposed next to green and white plant life are eerily beautiful. The Kohala Coast is in the middle of lava fields, meaning you can hike and even golf on lava or just marvel at it each time you pass by. (Photo: Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA)/Tor Johnson)
Hawaii - Ah, Hawaii. One of the top tourism destinations in the world, it is no wonder it ranked No. 1. During the most frigid months, Hawaii has a host of fun, under the sun events, from surfing to hiking and more. For a look at what’s going on in Hawaii in December and January, visit here.(Photo: John S. Lander/LightRocket via Getty Images)Hang with the Honu - Snorkeling in Hawaii is already a must-do because of the chance to see coral reefs and enough fish to feel like you’re in Finding Nemo. But a chance to swim and even photograph honu, Hawaiian green sea turtles, means you will be the Instagram envy of everyone forever more. Mauna Kea and Hapuna are two great Kohala Coast beaches to spot them. (Photo: Joni Schrantz)

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A Piece of Paradise - When vacationers dream up images of Hawaii, they imagine turquoise water, incredible sunrises, even better sunsets and volcanoes. And they are right. But if they don't visit the Kohala Coast, a 20-mile stretch of coastline located on the western side of the Big Island, they won't experience one of the most magical looking destinations that the state has to offer. Here, more than a dozen reasons why a visit will be more than just a fun time—it will be life-changing. By Ayana Byrd (Photo: David Alexander/Getty Images)

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