Natasha Bourlin

Freelance Writer · Hawaiʻi Island

Natasha Bourlin is a freelance writer who lives in Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island and grew up between Nevada and Oʻahu. Her father immigrated with his family to Honolulu in the 1950s where he eventually met her mother, a flight attendant based there for United Airlines. With a fervor for travel, culture and food, Natasha's spent time on six of the Hawaiian Islands, appreciating each for their diversity. She loves relaxing on the beaches of the Kohala Coast, hiking through the islands' rainforests and visiting her grandmother at the exquisite Valley of the Temples.

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Kalaupapa Tours on Moloka'i: A Story of Tragic Isolation

The Kalaupapa Saints Tour, conceptualized and founded by Kalaupapa resident Meli Watanuki and operated by Seawind Tours and Travel, was created to ensure that visitors hear the story of Kalaupapa by someone who lived it.

Kamuela Inn: Your Waimea Base Camp on Hawaiʻi Island

Family-owned and operated Kamuela Inn is a two-story, 24-room hotel with enough options to accommodate solo travelers, couples, families and large groups. Located in Waimea, an hour from the Kona International airport and 15 minutes from the Kohala Coast, there is lots to see and do.

Black Sand Beaches in Hawaiʻi

Explore Hawaiʻi’s famous black sand beaches with our expert tips on where to go, accessibility, ocean conditions, and important safety considerations.

Hiking Hawaiʻi Island

Aptly dubbed the Big Island, Hawai‘i Island’s vast, diverse terrain offers a variety of trails for both avid and fair-weather hikers. With multiple microclimates and secluded sites, you’ll see and experience things possible only on foot.

Where to Stay on a Budget: Kona

Hawaiʻi Island certainly has its share of high-priced accommodations, especially on the Kona side of the island, however you can also find several options under $300 a night, allowing you to spend more on island adventures. Here are some ideas to get your planning started.