After hosting the Bachelor for 19 seasons, Chris Harrison knows a thing or two about good TV. In fact, the 43-year-old star, who announced his split from wife Gwen Jones in May 2012 after 18 years and two children together, has even entertained the notion of having his ex-wife star as the next Bachelorette.
Manta Snorkel. 1  Major airports are in Kailua-Kona (KOA) and Hilo (ITO) â¦ Kona is where most tourists stay, but Hilo is the county seat. 2  Population â 186,700. 3  It is the by far the largest island in the Hawaiian chain.  Honolulu isnât on the Big Island â¦ itâs on Oahu.
The west side of the island, Kailua-Kona, is home to the larger resorts and world-class golf courses. Hilo, located on the east side of the island is home to a rainforest, waterfalls, and red-hot flowing lava. Head to Volcano Village, located around the corner from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. If youâre feeling adventurous, you can participate in the famous Kona Manta Ray Night Dive, a once-in-a-lifetime experience.