In Kona, the spectrum of activities stretches as far as the eye can see, from the sun-soaked beaches to the towering mountains. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie seeking thrilling adventures or a soul in search of serene landscapes, Kona ensures an unforgettable experience in every corner of its tropical embrace.

Nestled on the western coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, Kona stands as a captivating haven for adventure enthusiasts and relaxation seekers alike. Renowned as one of the top travel destinations in the United States, this tropical paradise boasts an abundance of activities that cater to diverse interests.

Whether you love basking in the sun on a beach, snorkeling, surfing, whale watching, hiking, exploring local festivals or just enjoying a delicious cup of Kona coffee we will let you know all there is to enjoy on our beautiful island.

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Kona Fall Orchid Show & Sale!

Kona Orchid Society’s Fall Show!

Get ready for the Kona Orchid Society’s Fall Show and Sale!

This event is a lovely celebration of the flowers and all in all a fun time. It takes place Saturday September 27th from 9am to 2pm. The events includes crafts and vendors too and is fun for children. There will also be a little place provided where everyone can store the orchids they’ve purchased so they don’t have to carry them around while enjoying the rest of the event. The event will be located at the Old Airport Pavilion.

General admission is $2.

There are early bird tickets available if you want something a little more private. This event did sell out for Mother’s Day so you may want to snap up tickets.

You can check out more information at the Kona Orchid Society page provided.

 

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IRONMAN 2025 is Right Around the Corner!

Aloha everyone! With the end of summer upon us that means IronMan 2025 is right around the corner! This year Kona is playing host to the Women’s World Championship Event. The race is slated for October 11th, 2025. If you aren’t aware IronMan is the world famous 140.6 mile triathlon that plays host to some of the top competitors in the world. They swim, they bike, they run and we can all watch content from the sidelines cheering them on.

All competitors have pre-qualified through a series of races held throughout the world all year. These are the best of the best!

Plus it’s just a fun event to experience on the Big Island! Whether you’re a competitor or a spectator we have some great accommodations available for all and great proximity to the event course. Even the finish line! Check out our website here or call if you have any questions. There’s still plenty of time to get a great spot!

Ironman Kona Bike Course

And while the event has been split up into Men’s/Women’s races the past couple of years next year it will return to a single day race in Kona!

Safe travels and best of luck to the competitors!

 

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Welcome to Our New Tropical Hideaway by Keauhou Bay!

Welcome to Our New Tropical Hideaway by Keauhou Bay!

 

 

Keauhou Palena 901 is a brand new property for us! It’s a peaceful secluded condo village nestled between Keauhou Bay and the Kona Country Club Golf Course. But you’re only seven miles from downtown Kona. So on top of being a great location you get great views and ocean breezes and free parking right outside the condo door!

Keauhou Palena is a modern condo that sleeps 4. With one bedroom, two baths and a Murphy bed area it’s great for a family or friends trip. The condo is open concept and there’s a large lanai perfect for your morning coffee or watching golfers amidst the backdrop of the famous Kona Sunsets.

Palena Bedroom

You also have access to the on-site gym and lovely saltwater swimming pool.

Plus just a short time away, you’ll find:
• Keauhou Shopping Center – with a movie theater, grocery store, restaurants, shops, salon, bookshop, and health clinic.
• Kona Country Club – visit the pro shop or dine at the restaurant with sweeping views of the ocean and bay.
• Keauhou Bay – book boat or snorkel tours, or simply relax by the water.
• Kahalu’u Beach Park – one of the best snorkel beaches on the Big Island.
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A lovely place to enjoy a homemade meal!

You can find more information on this lovely condo as well as booking availability: Here!
If you have any further questions or would like to discuss your stay please contact us directly at: 808-334-1199!

 

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Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival This Weekend!

Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival This Weekend!

 

Fireworks in Kailua Kona

 

The 12th Annual Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival takes place this weekend. With the main festival event on Saturday, May 31st from 5-9 p.m.

You can attend the ocean front jazz and blues festival at the Mauna Kea Beach Resort. It’s a beautiful event every year but it is a ticketed event and does sell out annually so you may want to hurry up and make your plans. Some announced acts include; Donald Harrison, Wayne Toups and The Iguanas.

If you can’t attend the main event on Saturday however there is a JazzFest Dinner Teaser Friday night at the Copper Bar from 6pm-9pm. And a Sunday breakfast on June 1st 9-11 at Manta. So all in all there is plenty of chance for some great music!

Call direct for reservations at: 808-882-5707

You can also book through the Mauna Kea Website.

Check it out if you’re able to and enjoy the beautiful music and scenery of the Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival! Have a wonderful week!

 

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Cirque de Chocolate: The Big Island Chocolate Festival is almost Here!

Cirque de Chocolate: The Big Island Chocolate Festival is Almost Here!

 The 12th Annual Big Island Chocolate Festival– Cirque de Chocolate will take place on April 10-12 bringing us plenty of delicious chocolate filled entertainment. I like to think of the Chocolate Festival as the greatest festivals of them all just because… chocolate. But its also a great chance to experience quite literally local flavor while having a fun time and potentially learning something new!

The event includes booths of all kinds of chocolate, taste-testing, growing lessons, seminars from experts in the field, culinary demonstrations so you can give it a go at home, farm tours and plenty of entertainment. There’s even a college culinary competition so we can meet the up and comers in the field.

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It’s always a ton of fun. Even for people who aren’t that big on chocolate there’s plenty to learn and do.

There’s a Saturday night gala with unlimited drinks including special Ola Brew Chocolate Seltzer and Beer to try.

The Big Island Chocolate Festival takes place at the Waikola Beach Marriot and is presented by the Kona Cocoa Association. The tickets range in price depending on what you want to do, see and attend. The Saturday Gala is $109 for general admission and $179 for VIP. They do have to be purchased on line. You can find more information at the website: Big Island Chocolate Festival.

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5 Things to Do in Kona for Spring

Sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea

5 Things to Do in Hawaii in Spring

While it’s always beautiful in Hawaii, Kona in Spring is a particularly lovely time to visit the Big Island. There’s less people overall, the weather is perfect, and the island is in bloom all over so you get plenty of fresh produce and lush foliage.

Below are 5 things to do on Kona in the Spring time. Most you can, of course, do year round but there’s something about the air in Spring that makes it especially perfect this time of year.

 

The Merrie Monarch Festival. This one is one thing that you definitely have to do in Spring as the dates are April 20-26th. You an find more information: here

 

Mauna Kea Summit – there are plenty of chances to take guided tours to the summit year round. But because Spring tends to be quieter on the Island this time of year feels especially peaceful. If you go before April you may even see snow! You can get some excellent ideas from Trip Advisor about tours.

*You can get there on your own as well but it requires off-roading so make sure you look into vehicle features and your rental agreement.

Biker during the Ironman World Championship

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E-bike tour–  You can find an e-bike tour pretty much for anything on the Big Island. And Kona in Spring is a particularly lovely time to tour.

 

Big Island Zip Lining-  Want to take in the beauty of the Big Island while soaring through the air? Zip lining might be for you! And there’s actually plenty of options to give it a try! All for a good price for the beauty and adrenaline rush! Just don’t do like I did the first time—- keep your eyes open for the whole thing!

 

Beach Yoga Classes They say the sound of the ocean and just being near it is calming and meditative and helps improve your health. And Kona is already known for its beautiful beaches. Well just add some daily yoga to that for a great way to start your day. Classes are usually around 8 a.m. so you can always have a nice healthy breakfast afterward!

 

And even if you want to enjoy a relaxing vacation of doing nothing strenuous Spring is a great time to do that too! Contact us for Spring discounts and more information about any of these activities!

 

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Mark Your Calendars! 2025 Big Island Event Dates!

Biker during the Ironman World Championship

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It’s a brand New Year! Mark your calendar for some 2025 Big Island event dates so you can come help us celebrate!

The Ironman Championship will be held on October 11, 2025. This year the women will take their turn competing in Kona.

Coming up much faster is the:

Waimae Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival on February 1st

The Merrie Monarch Festival runs April 20-26

The Hawaii Kuauli Pacific and Asia Cultural Festival runs June 6-8th

& in my humble opinion the best festival of any festival anywhere:

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The Big Island Chocolate Festival running April 10-12

What could be better than chocolate and Hawaii?

Make sure to stay tuned for updated information and new events all year…

Mahalo!

 

*These dates are subject to change in the event of an emergency or unforeseen circumstances. Feel free to email or contact us for further information where available!

 

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The Big Island Holiday Market

Fireworks in Kailua Kona

 

It’s the Holiday Season in Hawaii! Join us this Saturday, November 23rd from 3- 9 pm for the Big Island Holiday Market.

A great chance to get all your holiday (or just plain any) shopping done in one shot while supporting local vendors, artists and small businesses. Admission to the festival is free.

The Holiday Market takes place at Kona Brewing Hawaii and includes food and lovely live music! Even better it’s family and pet friendly so you can feel free to bring the little ones!

 

 

The Big Island Holiday Market

Kona Brewing Hawaii

74-5588 Pawai Place

 

Checkout availability at nearby Kona Islander Inn where we have several properties available!

 

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The 53rd Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Begins Today!

Headed out for some coffee!

 

The 53rd Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins today and runs through November 10th! The event celebrates nearly 200 years of Kona Coffee making traditions with lots of fun and and varied activties.

You can purchase a $5.00 Kona Coffee button that will act as your ticket to events throughout the whole Festival. (Children under five are free.)

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern parade is tonight (November 1st) at 6 pm and over the next several days you can take part in many varied events. These include markets, art events, farm tours, plenty of tastings (of course), brewing workshops, contests, a scholarship competition and perhaps most interesting barista training! (Always helpful to be able to make a good drink!)

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is a lot of fun, even if you aren’t all that interested in coffee, there’s lots to enjoy. Plus over ten days there’s plenty of time to get a visit (and a drink) on your schedule!

You can check out more information at the Festival Website including ways to purchase the ticket button. Hopefully you get a chance to check out the Coffee Festival its a great time to be in Kona!

 

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The 2024 Ironman World Championship is in Kona this Weekend!

Ironman Kona Finish Line

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This Saturday October 26 is the 2024 Ironman World Championship in Kona!

This year Kona hosts the men. (They switch off yearly now- the women’s race is in Nice, France for 2024!)

You have to qualify for this race which is world famous as a ‘test of strength, resilience and endurance.’ Which it truly is! The race lasts all day and consists of a 2.4 mile swim in Kailua Bay to begin. This is followed by a swift 112 mile bike race and ends with a light 26.2 mile run! If you are interested in watching the opening of the race it’s suggested you snag a spot early. The race begins at 6:25 and, if you want a good spot, you may want to be there around 4:30 or so in the morning.

If you are out and about in Kona this weekend expect some delays and crowds. Please be mindful of traffic detours as well! Let’s keep everyone safe!

 

We wish all the competitors the very best of luck!

 

 

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