Nickname:  Hawaii's Island of Adventure Size:        4,028 square miles Population:  148,677.The most heavily populated areas are Hilo on the east side and Kailua-Kona on the west. Temperature: Averages between 71degF and 77degF year around . Beaches:     47 ; Golf Courses: 20 ; Highest Peak: Mauna Kea, 13,796 feet. Agriculture:  The bulk   of Hawaii's farming products are grown and processed on the Big Island, including coffee, macadamia nuts and papaya. Hotels:     9,655 rooms total; Nightly rates range from $ 35--$ 5,000. Airports:    Hilo International Airport on the east side and Kona International Airport on the west side. Rental Cars: All of the nationally known rental car companies have locations at Hilo International and Kona International Airports as well as many resorts.In addition, Hilo, Kona and the major resort areas are serviced by taxi. Resources:  Call (800) 648--2441 to order a video, poster, brochures and maps from the Big Island Visitors Bureau.See www.bigisland.org for updated information. Shopping:  The large shopping centers are in Hilo, Kona, Waimea and the Kohala Coast. The average population per square mile on the island is about   _  .
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