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06/08/2026

One of our guests' favorite things about staying in Volcano Village is Sunday morning at Cooper Center. Local farmers set up tables with seasonal produce, Big Island honey, baked goods, jewelry, soap, and almost always something you didn't know you needed. It's a short drive from the lodge and a good way to start a Sunday before heading into the park. If you're with us this weekend, we're happy to point you in the right direction.

06/05/2026

Sunday, June 14, is Flag Day, and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park is waiving its $30 vehicle fee for the day. Good chance to drive Crater Rim, walk a short trail, or take in the overlooks without paying at the gate. If you're with us that weekend, ask, and we'll point you to the spots that are perfect for your trip

06/02/2026

Aloha from Volcano Village, The 'ōhi'a are blooming, the trade winds are back, and the days are long enough to fit two adventures and still make it back to the lanai for sunset. We are also excited to announce that Volcano Village Lodge was voted the #1 Best Bed & Breakfast or Inn on the Island of Hawai'i by Hawai'i Magazine readers. Mahalo to everyone who voted. We are humbled.

Inside, you will find two summer-ready blog posts, a closer look at our Mauna Kea room, a few island events worth catching, a kind word from a recent guest, and a Father's Day gift idea to wrap up with a bow.

Mahalo
John and the team in Volcano

06/01/2026

Hard to believe it's June already. If you've been thinking about a small Hawai'i wedding or vow renewal, the next few weeks are honestly some of our favorite times to host couples. We put together a guide to spring weddings on the Big Island, including which spots in the park work for a tiny ceremony, what permits you'll need, and how our Elopement and Vow Renewal package fits in.

05/29/2026

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day weekend is a good time to slow down and take a breath. Whether you are here with us in Volcano Village or planning a visit soon, we hope the long weekend brings you time to relax, reflect, and recharge. From all of us at Volcano Village Lodge, thank you to those who served.

05/22/2026

Father's Day is coming up on June 21, and a Volcano Village Lodge gift certificate is a thoughtful way to give Dad something he will actually use. Whether he loves hiking near the crater, exploring lava fields, or just having a few quiet days in the rainforest, a stay here is a gift worth giving.

05/22/2026

We seem to be down to about every 7 days now!

🌋Kīlauea volcano is expected to erupt sometime between Sunday, May 24 and Tuesday, May 26, according to the latest data from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

Here is what your park needs you to know:

✏️Even if Kīlauea is not erupting, protect yourself from tephra. Many areas, including Kilauea Military Camp, Uēkahuna and the Keanakākoʻi/Devastation side of the caldera are covered in small particles of volcanic rock, ash and glassy fragments (tephra).

👀Tephra can irritate your eyes, skin and respiratory system.

🌬️Tephra is easily transported by wind. There are currently strong, gusty tradewinds at the summit that are expected to last the next several days.

🥽What to wear: a hat, eye protection, and a dust mask. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes.

🧤Do not handle tephra without gloves. And be sure to put it back where you found it!

☑️Check out more eruption viewing info and park safety tips: https://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/eruption-viewing.htm

📸NPS Photo/J.Wei of a robust and beautiful plume cloud made up of volcanic gas and steam wafting out of the eruptive vents within Kīlauea summit and framed by the native vegetation at the Kūpinaʻi Pali overlook, one of the least crowded but best spots for eruption viewing.

05/21/2026

If you’ve spent any time reading about the Big Island, you’ve probably come across the word “vog.” Short for volcanic smog, vog is one of those local realities that visitors hear about, sometimes worry about, and usually don’t need to change their travel plans for. It changes day to day, depends largely on the wind, and rarely keeps anyone from a beautiful Big Island vacation. Read our latest blog

05/20/2026

We were so honored to be named BEST BED AND BREAKFAST OR INN on HAWAI'I ISLAND by the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards: Hawai‘i Island - Along with being home to one of the world’s most active volcanoes, Hawaiʻi Island is dotted with charming towns, coffee farms, and stunning coastlines. We were voted number 1 on the island, according to HAWAIʻI Magazine readers. Thank you to everyone who voted for us. Congratulations to all the winners. See all the awards at:https://bit.ly/4tzYDsw