There is no better time to be on the lookout for real estate bargains, especially for land in some of the most desriable locations like Hawaii. Many people have purchased homes for retirement or for a vacation destination in our fiftieth state. Hawaii’s Big Island provides a tremendous variety of climate zones, from arid to tropical and even mountaintop because it is so large. If you are interested in more information on Hawaii and California vacations consider the SoCal Vacation Guru.

The community of Hilo is on the wet side of the island. The nearly daily rains give this part of the island a very tropical feel. Here you will also find the government complex, although there are satellite offices in other districts on the island. Check with a Realtor in Hilo for help in locating Big Island real estate opportunities in that district.

On the west side of the island is the Kona District. As the tropical rain clouds pass over the mountains much of the moisture is squeezed out, and onto Hilo on the windward side. That is why Kona is generally much drier. Most people seem to be inclined to the dry side, since there is more sunshine on average in Kona than in Hilo.

Kona and Kohala offer a great deal of Hawaii land with terrific ocean views and coffee orchards around 1,000 feet elevation. Prices are way down from their maximum levels in 2006 and you can find some amazing discounts on beautiful estate homes. If you spend any time on the Big Island you will notice a more relaxed atmosphere than you’ll find on Maui or Oahu. This might be a good time to look at Kona real estate if you are in the market for a second home.