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Port Guide: Hilo (Big Island), Hawaii - What We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Hilo's amazing. You guys should definitely go check it out. And if you haven't done Volcano's National Park, put it on your list. It is the thing to do.

That port is extremely industrial and the traffic is um pretty bad when it's back on board time. Just be warned.

We've got Discover Hilo, Waves, and Waterfalls if you want to discover Hilo and get some nature in.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Try the Musubi at Kokaha General Store for a perfect lunch.
Use the Guide Along app for GPS navigation in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Start your volcano tour on Crater Rim Drive West for the best experience.
Visit the Hilo Farmers Market when it's open to try various foods.

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Navigating the portYou typically dock at Pier 1; it's about a 1/4 mile walk to get out, and everything is well-signed.
Volcano tour timingIf you have 6 to 8 hours, follow the suggested itinerary for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I know before visiting Hilo on a Hawaiian cruise?
QWhat are the best things to do near the cruise port in Hilo?
QHow can I explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in a day?
QAre there free or low-cost activities near the Hilo port?

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Looking to explore Hilo and The Big Island while on a Hawaiian cruise? Welcome to our Port Guide series! Join us as we share our personal experiences, discover what to see and do close to the cruise port, showcase some ship excursions, and let you know if it's possible to have a fun day on the cheap. We'll be talking volcanoes, snorkeling, dining, history, culture, and all sorts of shenanigans in the port of Hilo and on the Big Island of Hawai'i... let's do this thing!! :D Find all our Port Guide episodes on this playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbURfqJTql-xB2VBkU3H88HmdU7W3Jk6Q Here's our how-to video for renting a vehicle with Turo! https://youtu.be/bMzQtQZWqUw Looking for our how-to guide for the Guide Along GPS app? https://youtu.be/LB71A9v_pUA 00:00 BOOM! 00:04 Welcome To The Video 00:26 Navigating The Port 01:27 Exploring On Your Own 01:59 Hawai'i Volcanoes Nat'l Park 08:29 Heading Back To Town 11:17 A Few More Things 12:12 Ship Excursions 13:11 Free & Frugal Fun 14:12 The End Here are links to our individual vlogs from this port: -NCL Pride Of America Pt.5 https://youtu.be/Ayla1DS-nN4 (Volcanoes Pt.1) -NCL Pride Of America Pt.6 https://youtu.be/cXAAtHX9whQ (Volcanoes Pt.2) -NCL Spirit Pt.4 https://youtu.be/R0nRw4yuRV0 (Volcanoes) -Emerald Princess Pt.4 https://youtu.be/7zpPQITMwRo (Beach Park & Gardens) Find the stuff & things mentioned in this video here: -Bus Information: https://www.heleonbus.hawaiicounty.gov/getting-around/bus-schedules-and-maps Give us a Like, a Subscribe, and keep an eye here for more fun!!! :) Most-Used Social Media for ParoDeeJay: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parodeejay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parodeejay Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/parodeejay Contact Dee to start planning your own exciting adventures! Dee-Lightful Destinations: https://www.parodeejay.com/travel Looking for travel goodies and tech toys? Amazon Affiliate shop: https://www.parodeejay.com/amazon We earn commission for sales via this link, at no cost to you! :) Buy All Our Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/parodeejay (Shirts & Mugs) https://www.zazzle.com/parodeejay+gifts (Hats & BIG Mugs) Send Us All The Things: ParoDeeJay • P.O. Box 117 • Grandy, NC 27939 Royalty-Free Music: Epidemic Sound (http://www.epidemicsound.com) #PortGuide #Hilo #Hawaii #BigIsland #ParoDeeJay