Captain Cook, Big Island

Captain Cook is located on the western coast of Hawaii a few miles south of Kailua-Kona. The area was named after Captain James Cook, a British Explorer who landed in the Islands in 1778 and was killed by natives in 1779. A statue marking the spot of his demise sits on the shore of Kealakekua Bay.

For a quick "pick-me-up," follow in the footsteps of Mark Twain and visit the Mauna Kea Royal Kona Coffee Mill. This working coffee plantation is also a museum and details the coffee industry in Hawaii as far back as the 1830s.

Located in the heart of the Kona Coast, Captain Cook is a great spot for starting a Hawaiian vacation.