Here is an interesting photo gallery set of photos showing lava getting closer to a house and finally consuming it.  Kilauea has been erupting lava since 1983.

to see the photos use this link…

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (True Books, National Parks)

Just read a new article with information on going for a volcano vacation in Hawaii.   Some facts given in the article:

• the worlds most active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea, are at Volcanoes National Park
• view the live lava flows and be sure to hike the lava tube in the rain forest
• Mauna Kea, the highest point in Hawaii at 13,796 ft. has been dormant for 3,500 years

The article talks about many other Big Island attractions, but one that caught my curiosity are the Puu Loa Petroglyphs.

check the article out with this link…

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Traveling is one of the best pastimes in the world today.  It is the fervent wish of the travelers all over the world that they should have no difficulty in exploring the unknown territory on their own.  This is where maps come into play.  Maps are available on any country in the world.  Now that the Internet has come to stay, it too stores a great many of various types of maps of the countries in the world.  To find a map of Hawaii, just type ‘Hawaii map’ and Google it.

Hawaii is a group of islands in the Pacific Ocean with Honolulu, the largest city, as its capital.  Having become a US territory in 1900, it was added as the 50th state of the USA in 1959.  Oahu, Niihau, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, Maui, and Hawaii are the major islands of the state.  In addition, it has 124 islets.  Oahu is the most populated out of these islands.  You can find all these on a comprehensive Hawaii map.
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Maps have been known to exist from time immemorial.  We find many types of maps such as road maps, geological maps, digital maps, etc., ranging from the very simplest to the most complex catering to the needs of the average tourist as well as the research worker.  However, with the advance of technology, maps have become ever so precise down to the minutest detail, thus being of immense benefit to users, i.e. scientists, engineers, consultants and tourists, etc.  Hawaii map is no exception.

Hawaii is a world famous tourist destination.  Magnificent beaches, lush forests, famous volcanoes are some of the chief tourist attractions.  Therefore, to the average tourist, a Hawaii map is a must to find these scenic locations.  Many a Hawaii map carries information on roadways, national parks, all islands and reefs, cities, towns and other historical notes of interest.  You can purchase these maps on newsstands and on the Internet too.

Since Hawaii is primarily a tourist attraction, there are maps to be found on each island, aptly named Hawaii map, Molokai map, Maui map, and so on.  These are available either separately or in a pack.  Beautifully written and printed, some of these maps come in laminated and foldable forms.  It is no wonder that many tourists fall back on these valuable maps to plan their itinerary in order to make their vacation a memorable and eventful once- in-a-lifetime experience.

Open Road’s Hawaii Guide
Price: $3.98
Each of Hawaii’s main islands – Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii, Molokai, and Lanai – is covered thoroughly, along with two other islands rarely discussed in guides: once-forbidden Niihau, where Hawaiian is still spoken and where travelers have to rough it; and Kahoolawe, peppered with ancient temples. Glittering Honolulu is fully covered: readers will have ample choice, from glitzy beachfront resorts to budget B&B’s away from the hustle and bustle; from lavish oceanview restaurants to a variety of great, cheap Asian cuisines; and from the main tourist attractions on Oahu like Pearl Harbor, Waikiki Beach, and Diamondhead – but Hawaii Guide goes much further and reveals Oahu’s off the beaten path sights and activities.Each island is covered in full: explore Maui’s lush foliage and gorgeous beaches; the Big Island’s active volcanoes and coffee plantations; Kauai’s beautiful waterfalls and jagged mountains; Molokai’s wildlife preserves; and Lanai’s new resorts set amidst pineapple fields and pristine beaches. Readers are introduced to native Hawaiian, Japanese, Chinese, and Filipino cultural festivals and practices throughout the islands.Whether readers prefer to stay in a cozy Bed-and-Breakfast or a splashy resort; hike to a secluded green sand beach (yes, green!) or laze on a palm-edged white sand beach; fly in a glider plane or kiss under a waterfall; sample a casual Hawaiian plate lunch or an oceanside gourmet meal; watch a volcano spew fiery lava at Volcano National Park on the Big Island or ride a mule down a snaking cliffside trail; snorkel in a fish-filled crater, take a plunge in a submarine, or go waterskiing one day and snow skiing the next (yes, snow!).

Hawaii. The country of sun, sand, beach and volcanoes. Just as much as Hawaii is famous for its sandy beaches, so is it famous for its volcanoes. And what better place to see these volcanoes than at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park! Comprising of two of the most active volcanoes in the world and offering insight into the life and culture of this unique set of islands, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the most sought after attractions on the islands.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is open twenty-four hours a day and every day, and has a whole range of exciting activities planned every day at its many attraction sites. The Kilauea visiting centre has information about the park and also shows a movie throughout the day about the park. The Jaggar Museum at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a museum on volcanology and also has some spectacular views of the summit. There is also camping allowed in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for free, and only an entrance fee to the park is charged. Although the park is open all year round it is important to do your own research into the place before visiting to find out more about when certain places are open or not. Also finding information about hiking trials at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is easy as all the information is available online. It is important to know the safety tips when hiking in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as it is a site of two active volcanoes and the risk of an eruption is constantly present. Therefore always stay on the marked trails, take and drink plenty of water and wear the appropriate clothing and shoes. Also be careful when walking near thin or cracked surfaces.

Visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park don?t have to go far to find places to stay when they visit the park. There are many places within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park that offer comfortable and luxurious lodging for a fair price. There is the Volcano House that dates back to 1846, which has offered both locals and tourists and ideal and cozy place to stay. The Volcano house has 42 rooms, a gift shop, a dining room, lounge and a snack bar. There are also ten camper cabins run by Volcano House within the premises of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park that are available for lodging.

All in all, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a must see for all those planning a trip to the beautiful isles of Hawaii!

Hawaii is an island of many dreams? This is where people want to go to unwind, relax and enjoy the feeling of the sun, sand and beach on their bodies while they sip on a cocktail made most probably out of pineapple juice. Hawaii is also well known for something else, something a bit more serious than everything else. Those are the Hawaii volcanoes.

The Hawaii volcanoes are probably some of the most well known volcanoes in the world. As the place with some of the few remaining active volcanoes, it is a site of much research and tourists. After all, not many of us can say we went and visited an actual live volcano can we? Each Hawaiian island has at least one volcano on it, and many of these islands still have active Hawaii volcanoes. It is believed that the Hawaiian Islands are at the end of a chain of volcanoes that started forming more than 70 million years ago, and it is no wonder then that these islands are also a place of great history. The lava that is found around the Hawaii volcanoes probably dates back millions of years, and the amount of information researchers can gain form just one of these islands about the way the world was back then is immense. As old Hawaii volcanoes erupt and go silent, newer one are formed as well, which means this is a continuing process.

The threat posed by Hawaii volcanoes has grown over the years. As the active volcanoes continue spouting lava, the height of land in the ?Big Island? of Hawaii has grown to 4,000 m and the threat these Hawaii volcanoes pose to humans are quite high as well. Over the years, land development has expanded towards the more hazardous parts of the island, meaning that more and more people are being put at risk due to eruption of the Hawaii volcanoes. Another kind of risk posed by Hawaii volcanoes is the airborne lava fragments that can be harmful to humans and animals alike. Then there is the worry of volcanic gases that escape during eruption of Hawaii volcanoes and the threat of ground cracks and settling. A large threat is also posed by lava that will flow directly into the sea. Since large quantities of lava could flow directly into the sea, where they are suddenly cooled, new land masses can form at seemingly short timing, and scalding water could be pushed put towards the beaches as well. All these can pose great harm to those nearby.

Kilauea volcano has been erupting simultaneously in two places for over a year, something that’s unprecedented in 200 years of its recorded history.  The first of these eruptions has been spilling lava across the southern part of the Big Island since 1983.

Kilauea is also erupting from Halemaumau crater at the summit. That’s where a large explosion opened a vent in March 2008.

You can watch the summit eruption from a lookout point inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Get the latest information from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: http://www.nps.gov/havo/.

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Hawaii weather can vary depending on the place where you?re staying at. Even over a short distance, Hawaii weather can be different. For instance, on the same day you would find sunny beaches on Oahu and a few miles away in Manoa valley, you would find it rainy.

Hawaii weather is such that, the islands receive enough of both sunshine and rain. However, by observing the trends of the Hawaii weather, rain is more likely to be on the island?s north and east sides as they are the windward sides of the island, as well as the valleys and mountain peaks. Also, according to these observations on Hawaii weather, it is less likely to rain on the coastal areas of the south and west sides of the islands.

Unlike the weather in the rest of the United States, Hawaii weather does not go through true seasons, but the climate varies according to an annual cycle of rainfall.
In Hawaii weather, the wet season has the cooler temperatures with more rainfall and would last approximately from October to March. The dry season in Hawaii weather is much warmer with less rainfall and will last from April to September.

There is also another important season in Hawaii weather that should be given consideration to. This is the hurricane season in the Hawaii islands. This season is from June to November.
There is a rare chance of having bad Hawaii weather of being affected by tropical cyclones. However, hurricanes that are destructive can hit the islands as well.
Yet, the usual Hawaii weather is such that the air is soft and humid and you are bound to notice this as soon as you step out of the plane- it is balmy and warm. The trade winds occurring during the summer also provides a pleasant breeze.

Usually, in Hawaii weather, the day time temperatures can have a range of 27°C during the ?winter? time, 31°C in the summer time. The temperatures of the ocean can vary from 25°C during winter to 28°C in the summer time. Hence, in Hawaii weather, there is only a minute difference like 12°C between the highest daytime and lowest night-time temperatures.

In conclusion, besides the necessities such as credit cards, cameras, and other essentials, as a tourist, it is best to keep clothes to a minimum ? with walking shoes, sandals and swim gear being a must (if you intend to have a enjoyable Hawaii experience in the good Hawaii weather that is).