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Nickname: Hawaii"s Island of Adventure
Size: 4,028 square miles
Population: 148,677.The most heavily populated areas are Hilo on the east side and Kailua-Kona on
the west.
Temperature: Averages between 71°F and 77°F year around .
Beaches: 47 ; Golf Courses: 20 ; Highest Peak: Mauna Kea, 13,796 feet.
Agriculture: The bulk (主体) of Hawaii"s farming products are grown and processed on the Big Island,
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cluding coffee, macadamia nuts and papaya.Hotels: 9,655 rooms total; Nightly rates range from $ 35-$ 5,000.
Airports: Hilo International Airport on the east side and Kona International Airport on the west side.
Rental Cars: All of the nationally known rental car companies have locations at Hilo International and
Kona International Airports as well as many resorts.In addition, Hilo, Kona and the major resort areas
are serviced by taxi.
Resources: Call (800) 648-2441 to order a video, poster, brochures and maps from the Big Island
Visitors Bureau.See www.bigisland.org for updated information.
Shopping: The large shopping centers are in Hilo, Kona, Waimea and the Kohala Coast.
B. businessmen
C. tourists
D. immigrants
B. 32
C. 37
D. 44
B. By air.
C. By rental car.
D. By taxi.
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