{"id":8198,"date":"2022-07-22T17:57:23","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T15:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/"},"modified":"2022-07-22T22:51:31","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T22:51:31","slug":"what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/","title":{"rendered":"What is it like moving to hilo hawaii"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#whats-it-like-living-in-hilo\" title=\"What&#8217;s it like living in Hilo?\">What&#8217;s it like living in Hilo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-it-expensive-to-live-in-hilo-hawaii\" title=\"Is it expensive to live in Hilo Hawaii?\">Is it expensive to live in Hilo Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-hilo-a-good-area\" title=\"Is Hilo a good area?\">Is Hilo a good area?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-it-better-to-live-in-hilo-or-kona\" title=\"Is it better to live in Hilo or Kona?\">Is it better to live in Hilo or Kona?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-moving-to-hawaii-a-good-idea\" title=\"Is moving to Hawaii a good idea?\">Is moving to Hawaii a good idea?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#what-are-the-disadvantages-of-living-in-hawaii\" title=\"What are the disadvantages of living in Hawaii?\">What are the disadvantages of living in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#where-should-you-not-live-in-hawaii\" title=\"Where should you not live in Hawaii?\">Where should you not live in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-it-unethical-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Is it unethical to move to Hawaii?\">Is it unethical to move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#what-is-the-biggest-problem-in-hawaii\" title=\"What is the biggest problem in Hawaii?\">What is the biggest problem in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-hilo-hawaii-safe-from-volcano\" title=\"Is Hilo Hawaii safe from volcano?\">Is Hilo Hawaii safe from volcano?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#what-is-hilo-hawaii-known-for\" title=\"What is Hilo Hawaii known for?\">What is Hilo Hawaii known for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#what-lava-zone-is-hilo-hawaii\" title=\"What Lava Zone is Hilo Hawaii?\">What Lava Zone is Hilo Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-hilo-volcano-active\" title=\"Is Hilo volcano active?\">Is Hilo volcano active?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#how-close-is-hilo-to-the-volcano\" title=\"How close is Hilo to the volcano?\">How close is Hilo to the volcano?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-lava-flowing-on-the-big-island\" title=\"Is lava flowing on the Big Island?\">Is lava flowing on the Big Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#which-island-has-the-most-to-do-in-hawaii\" title=\"Which island has the most to do in Hawaii?\">Which island has the most to do in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#which-hawaiian-island-is-the-most-laid-back\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island is the most laid back?\">Which Hawaiian island is the most laid back?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#which-is-the-least-touristy-island-in-hawaii\" title=\"Which is the least touristy island in Hawaii?\">Which is the least touristy island in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#where-is-the-best-place-in-hawaii-to-live\" title=\"Where is the best place in Hawaii to live?\">Where is the best place in Hawaii to live?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#which-hawaiian-island-is-cheapest-to-buy-a-house\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island is cheapest to buy a house?\">Which Hawaiian island is cheapest to buy a house?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#what-is-the-most-affordable-hawaiian-island-to-live-on\" title=\"What is the most affordable Hawaiian island to live on?\">What is the most affordable Hawaiian island to live on?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#where-do-the-wealthy-live-in-hawaii\" title=\"Where do the wealthy live in Hawaii?\">Where do the wealthy live in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#why-are-billionaires-moving-to-hawaii\" title=\"Why are billionaires moving to Hawaii?\">Why are billionaires moving to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#is-hawaii-healthcare-good\" title=\"Is Hawaii Healthcare good?\">Is Hawaii Healthcare good?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#why-rich-people-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Why rich people move to Hawaii?\">Why rich people move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#does-jeff-bezos-own-land-in-hawaii\" title=\"Does Jeff Bezos own land in Hawaii?\">Does Jeff Bezos own land in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#how-much-should-i-save-up-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"How much should I save up to move to Hawaii?\">How much should I save up to move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-is-it-like-moving-to-hilo-hawaii\/#where-is-the-best-place-to-live-on-the-big-island\" title=\"Where is the best place to live on the Big Island?\">Where is the best place to live on the Big Island?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"whats-it-like-living-in-hilo\"><\/span>What&#8217;s it like living in Hilo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Hilo side has a lot to offer including charm and amenities of Hilo town; a lush, tropical landscape; and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures in the surrounding environment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-expensive-to-live-in-hilo-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it expensive to live in Hilo Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hilo&#8217;s housing expenses are 48% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 110% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 51% higher than the national average.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hilo-a-good-area\"><\/span>Is Hilo a good area?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hilo is a very upbeat town compared to the rest of the island. There are so many good places to eat as well as many small shops that are fun to look in. Hilo is authentic as it is an older town with lots of history. I recommend visiting this part of the island.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-better-to-live-in-hilo-or-kona\"><\/span>Is it better to live in Hilo or Kona?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in seeing volcanoes, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and experiencing small-town charm, then Hilo is your place. If you prefer perfect sunny weather and want to be close to nightlife, shopping, and more touristy attractions, Kona is a great choice.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-moving-to-hawaii-a-good-idea\"><\/span>Is moving to Hawaii a good idea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although it&#8217;s a more complex transition than a relocation on the mainland, moving to Hawaii offers plentiful rewards: beautiful weather year-round, easy access to miles of gorgeous white sand beaches, abundant outdoor activities, and, of course, Hawaii&#8217;s unique aloha spirit that infuses the local culture.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-are-the-disadvantages-of-living-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What are the disadvantages of living in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In part 2 of this post I&#8217;ll detail the pros, but below I will share 18 downsides of living in Hawaii:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-should-you-not-live-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Where should you not live in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10 Most Dangerous Places in Hawaii<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-unethical-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it unethical to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Moving to Hawaii ethically is something that is difficult to accomplish. Taking up housing and driving up prices leaves natives struggling. While many realize stopping people from moving to Hawaii all together is impossible, there are still ways to be respectful and try to help the community.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-biggest-problem-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What is the biggest problem in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to the survey, conducted by Ward Research, the top issues for residents on Hawaii Island are homelessness, drugs and traffic. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/maui\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Maui\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Maui<\/a> residents&#8217; top issues were affordable housing, traffic and public education. On Kauai, traffic was first, followed by environmental concerns and crime\/public safety.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hilo-hawaii-safe-from-volcano\"><\/span>Is Hilo Hawaii safe from volcano?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most communities that are located near active volcanoes on the Big Island are not in Zones 1 or 2, but rather in the low risk or safe zones. For example, the town of Hilo is in Zone 3, a safe zone despite its proximity to a volcano.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-hilo-hawaii-known-for\"><\/span>What is Hilo Hawaii known for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The perfect place to explore local shops, a famous farmers market, beautiful beaches and dramatic waterfalls.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-lava-zone-is-hilo-hawaii\"><\/span>What Lava Zone is Hilo Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lava Zone 3<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hilo-volcano-active\"><\/span>Is Hilo volcano active?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes! The currently ongoing eruption is contained within the Halema\u02bbuma\u02bbu crater.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-close-is-hilo-to-the-volcano\"><\/span>How close is Hilo to the volcano?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Located 45 miles southwest of Hilo, the park is home to two volcanoes including Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes on earth. The chance to witness the primal process of creation and destruction makes it one of the most popular visitor attractions in Hawaii and a sacred place.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-lava-flowing-on-the-big-island\"><\/span>Is lava flowing on the Big Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are no active lava flows on the Big Island of Hawai&#8217;i at this time. K\u012blauea volcano erupted for almost 30 years, but after a particularly destructive cycle in 2018 the volcano stopped issuing lava. Hiking to flowing lava was one of the most incredible experiences on the Big Island.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-island-has-the-most-to-do-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Which island has the most to do in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Which Island in Hawaii Has the Best Things to Do?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-is-the-most-laid-back\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island is the most laid back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Molokai<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-is-the-least-touristy-island-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Which is the least touristy island in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>LANAI ISLAND &#8211; THE PLACE TO RELAX Lanai entices the sophisticated traveller with a handful of exclusive luxury resorts and championship golf courses. It&#8217;s the least visited Hawaiian Island, small in size and slow in pace those that travel to Lanai, by air or on the ferry from Maui, are forced to rest and relax.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-is-the-best-place-in-hawaii-to-live\"><\/span>Where is the best place in Hawaii to live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Best Places to Live in Hawaii<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-is-cheapest-to-buy-a-house\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island is cheapest to buy a house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, the lowest housing costs are on the Big Island, which is considered the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-most-affordable-hawaiian-island-to-live-on\"><\/span>What is the most affordable Hawaiian island to live on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Big Island<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-do-the-wealthy-live-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Where do the wealthy live in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1. Kahala &#8211; Located on the eastern end of Diamond Head, this iconic elite neighborhood has some of the most expensive real estate in the entire island&#8211;think opulent mansions and oceanfront properties with unobstructed views.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-are-billionaires-moving-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Why are billionaires moving to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u201cWe always thought people wanted authentic experiences, and we encouraged them to come and live like a local,\u201d says Chris Kam, president and COO of Omnitrak, a Honolulu-based research company. \u201cSomewhere along the line that messaging got interpreted as &#8216;Move to Hawaii and become a local. &#8216; \u201dMar 31, 2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-healthcare-good\"><\/span>Is Hawaii Healthcare good?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Aloha State stands No. 1 in overall health and public health, second in access to health care and third in quality of health care in the Best States rankings at U.. News &#038; World Report. And Hawaii is working at keeping it that way.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-rich-people-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Why rich people move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u201cHawaii has long held allure to the wealthiest people in the world,\u201d he says. \u201cHere, they find privacy, luxury, a relatively short travel time from the mainland U.. and highly skilled personal staff such as private chefs, security and nannies.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-jeff-bezos-own-land-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Does Jeff Bezos own land in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The founder of Amazon, Jeff Bezos, just added another property to his cart. The billionaire and his partner, Lauren S\u00e1nchez, recently picked up a 14-acre estate on the island of Maui.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-should-i-save-up-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>How much should I save up to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Around $50,000 would provide a good cushion for a single person in most circumstances. For a family or professional moving to the islands, around $50,000 in savings is the absolute minimum you should have.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-is-the-best-place-to-live-on-the-big-island\"><\/span>Where is the best place to live on the Big Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Waimea and Waipi\u02bbo Valley The four best places to use as home base for your Big Island adventures are: Hilo (the capital), Kailua Kona (outdoors!), Waimea (beaches and valleys) and Volcano Village (Jungle and volcanoes).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What&#8217;s it like living in Hilo? The Hilo side has a lot to offer including charm and amenities of Hilo town; a lush, tropical landscape; and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures in the surrounding environment. Is it expensive to live in Hilo Hawaii? 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