For all those of you who are planning a Hawaii visit for the fall season 2008, here is my answer to Yahoo Hawaii travel question: Is November a good time to go to Kona Hawaii? Hey, it got chosen as best answer and I got 10 points for it. What a deal!
I guess 'When is the best weather for visiting Hawaii?' is one of the most asked question. Well, compared to the rainy cold mainland weather in winter, starting with late November, any time is good escaping to Hawaii. Of course, snow birds prefer the winter months for their Hawaii visit. Why visit Hawaii in summer when it's nice and warm weather even in Canada or Alaska?
I guess 'When is the best weather for visiting Hawaii?' is one of the most asked question. Well, compared to the rainy cold mainland weather in winter, starting with late November, any time is good escaping to Hawaii. Of course, snow birds prefer the winter months for their Hawaii visit. Why visit Hawaii in summer when it's nice and warm weather even in Canada or Alaska?
What can you expect for visiting Kona Hawaii in November? Kona and Kohala Coast are located on the west coast of the Big Island and are blessed with sunny, dry, warm weather all year round. Kona can be extremely hot during summer month. November weather will be very pleasant, provided no winter storm is passing through. It can happen though. All Hawaiian Islands are more prone to those during the winter months December - February.
Hey, guys believe it or not, Hawaii needs to get some rain from time to time, even though Hawaii vacation rental hosts feel sorry for those unlucky visitors who get hit by the rare rain.
I also tell Big Island visitors how else can they experience those most impressive pictures of Mauna Kea (White Mountain) and Mauna Loa (Flat Mountain) volcanoes covered in snow and sparkling in the tropical sun??!!! So, have fun in Kona in November and also go north to the Kohala Coast too...great white sand beaches, easy access to Mauna Kea summit with stargazing and visit spectacular Waipio and Pololu Valley.
Well, one amendment needs to be made: If you are on a budget for your Hawaii vacation, best stay away from Thanksgiving week 11/24 - 11/30/08. No airline, car rental company, Hawaii hotel or vacation rental host will make you special offer then. Over the years, Hawaii hotels, Kona and Kohala Coast vacation rentals are booked 100% during Thanksgiving. If you want to book a hotel or Kona vacation rental for Thanksgiving 2008, you'd better book your vacation NOW.
Please, share your Hawaii vacation experience with our Best Hawaii vacation blog visitors. If you ever spend a vacation in November or for Thanksgiving in Hawaii, we would love to hear from you. Mahalo and aloha, Pua Hawaii Vacations
Please, share your Hawaii vacation experience with our Best Hawaii vacation blog visitors. If you ever spend a vacation in November or for Thanksgiving in Hawaii, we would love to hear from you. Mahalo and aloha, Pua Hawaii Vacations
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2 comments:
Hi ...
I noticed your blog and details that I enjoyed reading on the articles. I think you would be able to best answer my questions and ease my nervousness.
Do you have a reference list of reputable companies that do tours in various locations? Volcano, waterfalls, possible helicopter ride? Suggestions for must see places? Cruise excursions can be expensive....so want to choose wisely
Also, a friend told me that there are boat and beach restrictions to Hawaii because of the Whales in December. My husband and I are coming in on a holiday cruise and be in Hawaii end of december. I think it is an amazing opportunity to experience this and a friend made me all nervous about it.
I would appreciate any guidance you could give.
Celeste
Aloha Celeste,
Much mahalo for your trust and confidence in our knowledge about visiting Hawaii and especially the Big Island.
Visiting the Hawaiian Islands through a Hawaii cruise is actually a great way to get a first glimpse of most of the islands and maybe fall in love with one for a return visit and a longer Hawaii vacation. Be aware though that your time for doing things on one island is rather limited during land time when on a cruise. So, it's most important to set some priorities what things you really want to do on this first visit to the islands.
Watch the humpback whales coming back to Hawaii each December for giving birth to their babies, is definitely on top of the list of most everybody who visits the islands during winter. You can watch the whales on boat trips or just from shore. We wrote quite a number of articles about the humpback whales. Please, read Whale Watch in HawaiiBTW, there are no beach restrictions during whale season December- March.
Believe me, any Hawaii visitor who visits the Big Island has a visit to Hawaii Visit Volcanoes National Park on top of his list of things to do in Hawaii. You don't necessarily need a guide. Stop at the Visitor's Center, watch the Kilauea movie (very impressive, no fee, you can enter theater at any time), get all the information about the Park, talk to rangers. You will have many things to do and to see right then and there. This is very safe. Whether you make it down to ocean to see the lava flow, depends totally on your time schedule.
Last but not least, all the Hawaii cruise ships offer their passengers Hawaii island activities with experienced local companies which you can book on the ship. Check what they offer and make your choice. No need for you to rent a car and do all the research which company is best and offers the best rates! And even if it costs a bit more money than when you had booked the Hawaii tour on your own, this way you saved lots of time and efforts.
Easiest way to find more answers about your Hawaii vacation and activities like Helicopter tours, luaus etc. immediately, use my google search bar in the footer (very bottom of the blog) and type in what you are looking for, or check all our Best Hawaii Vacation Categories on the bottom of side bar. Click category to see all articles. Please, come back more often to visit our Hawaii blog.
Hope this will help planning your Hawaii visit. Have a great Hawaii cruise in December. And Celeste, it would be really wonderful if you'd come back after your visit and leave a comment or even a guest post about your Hawaii cruise. Mahalo and aloha, Pua
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