HAWAII--Octogenarian Kenichi Horie, who aims to become the oldest solo voyager to cross the Pacific, passed Hawaii on April 17, a week ahead of schedule and apparently in good shape and spirit.

The University of Montana's Pacific Islander Club from Missoula will also be taking part, as will numerous UM Western alumni.

Getting to spend so much time on the Big Island, we've picked the best Kona tours to help YOU decide what to add to your Hawaii trip. From snorkeling and ocean safaris to our favorite luaus on the ...