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This is a big debate among locals and visitors alike. We say, never knock something until you try it, but here are a few observations. Kona side and its northern brother Kohala are made for tourists. All the high dollar resorts and hotels are on this side of the island because of its long stretches of sunny days. Kona is the place to be for upscale shopping and dining as well as what limited nightlife exists. Hilo on the other hand is a greater representation of the 'real Hawaii.' Many of the residents of Hilo make the pre-dawn drive to work at the resorts in Kona. Some say that Hilo isn't very friendly but we just don't believe it. Follow the golden rule and you'll discover that you get more smiles than frowns. On the downside, Hilo is the wettest city in the U.S. It also doesn't have the same pricey hotels as Kona but some nice bed and breakfasts can be found. So, you do the math. Sight-wise both sides of the island have something to offer, so you may consider splitting your time based on what you want to see. Hilo is an ideal location to visit the volcano, the Hamakua Coast and Mauna Kea. You do not want to make the late night drive back to Kona after a long day at the volcano - trust us. Kona is a prime location for all the Kohala beaches, Waimea and Place of Refuge.

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