If you’re planning to escape winter’s chill in Hawaii, you’ve probably heard that overtourism concerns have also been heating up there. Here are some lesser-known activities to add to your next Hawaii itinerary. The influence of early 19th-century missionaries from New England is easier to spot in the quaint buildings of the Waimea Hawaiian Church and Waimea Mission Church. About eight kilometres uphill from Waikoloa Beach Resort, the rugged terrain of the 275-acre Waikoloa Dry Forest may look unpromising as you enter its gates for the free monthly huaka‘i (guided hike) or twice-monthly, three-hour tree-planting sessions. Held the first Friday of each month, for up to 25 people, the 90-minute guided hikes in the Waikoloa Dry Forest end at sunset with complimentary drinks in an oceanview pavilion.

Source: thestar November 13, 2021 15:11 UTC