WARNING: Effects of the January 2010 earthquake, political tension, and high crime have resulted in travel advisories being issued by foreign governments. Infrastructure may be damaged or inadequate, and looting, intermittent roadblocks set by armed gangs, violent crime including kidnapping, car-jacking, and assault remain commonplace. In addition, a cholera pestilence threatens Port-au-Princeas of October 2010. With the notable exception of Labadee, travelers to Haiti should remain alert and aware of their surroundings.
The Big Island is simply amazing. I highly recommend a helicopter ride over the volcano and riding horses at Parker Ranch. I love that the island encompasses all climates... humid, dry, wet and cold. And if you are a coffee lover like me... Kona coffee is the real deal. I've been to all the Hawaiian Island and enjoy them all ... but the Big Island has a very big piece of my heart.