Going to Hawaii? Do it Hostel Style

Taking a trip to Hawaii doesn't have to cost you a fortune. Especially during these economic times, people are looking to save as much money as they can when they travel. Staying at a hostel is the best way to budget your next trip. Budget hotels can cost $100 USD or more per night. However hostels range in price from about $20 USD per night and around $60 USD for a private room (if available). Why pay a lot for a room in a fancy hotel when you'll be wanting to be outside for majority of your trip? Room doesn't really matter then. Here are some other reasons why you'll want to go to a hostel instead of a hotel.

• Hostel room cost a lot less so you'll have more spending money on your vacation
  
• Great way to meet other people from around the world that have the same interests as you
  
• Great information/deals on day trips, sightseeing, surf/hula lessons, etc.
  
• Most have free usage of computers, internet, and wi-fi
  
• Did I mention how much money you would be saving?
  

So the next time you plan a trip to Hawaii, try and book a room at a hostel. Here are some recommendations.

• Waikiki Beachside Hostel
  
• Hilo Bay Hostel
  
• Paumalu Hale Hostel
  
• Koa Wood Hale- Pateys Place
  
• The Northshore Hostel
  

White "Graffiti" Rocks on the Big Island

When I go to Hawaii I usually hit up Waikiki or Maui. Then a friend suggested that I check out the 'Big Island' of Hawaii and I am so glad that I did. It reminded me of old Hawaii, away from all the tourists and commercialism. I flew into Hilo and took Highway 19 to Kona. The drive to Kona is the most scenic ride that I have ever been on. You drive along the beautiful coast and through some of the most beautiful plants and trees in the world. My favorite part of the drive was the ingenious graffiti that the locals and visitors have decorated the lava fields with. There are close to 20 miles of road filled with graffiti messages spelled out in white coral on the black lava rocks. Every possible message can be seen from anniversaries, birthdays, dedications, and memorials. It's considered bad luck to touch other people's messages so be sure to bring your own white rocks.