For example, moving to the Big Island is a very different undertaking if you’re headed to or leaving from Hilo (the east side of the Big Island, including Puna, Ka’u, or Hamakua) than if your destination or point-of-departure is Kona (on the west side of the Big Island). Additio...
Manoa is one of the closest valley neighborhoods next to Honolulu city center. It’s especially lush because it gets more rains than other areas nearby. At the “mouth” of the valley, you’ll find the University of Hawaii campus as well as Punahou School, where Obama was a student in h...
It is the second largest city on the island, after Hilo, and without a doubt a must-visit on any trip to Hawaii. With the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport only 15 minutes away, it is very accessible, and a splendid place to start or finish any backpacking adventure. If it is...
Ancient mariners; Green sea turtles find a safe haven near resort in Kona, Hawaii, where Big Island residents respect and obey the laws protecting marine lifeBill Wagner
When I was on the Kona side of Hawaii Island, a friend who lived there told me they go to Hilo to eat. After having visited, I can understand this. While there is some spectacular food on the Big Island – fresh, locally-sourced, and sometimes pretty pricey, there’s something to say...
GUIDEBOOK: Down in Waipio Valley Getting there: Restricted coach fares for flights from LAX to the Big Island’s Hilo airport (by way of Honolulu airport) begin at $438. For the Kona airport, also $438. The Waipio Valley is a 40-mile drive north of the Hilo airport. ...
This time my condo was smack in middle of the bars and restaurants of Kona. I preferred Kona’s more down to earth, edgy vibe than Lahaina’s pleasant twee tourist trappings. I headed straight to Sam’s Hideaway, a local’s dive bar where I’d been informed I was sure to have a ...
We went to Kona and it was ridiculous. In a good way! Sun. Coffee. Bikes. Underwear. Volunteering. A fake wedding. All things triathlon. Will we top this in 2020? It’s gonna be tough but I am willing to work for it. ALSO! Anja ran her first 10 k trail run which was both awe...
Kona, Hawaii Matt. If you do come this way I would be happy to provide you with the insiders scoop. Top that readers! GirishMay 1, 2007 at 3:14 am Yes!! Visit India… specially North India – the Himalayas… The Good, the Bad and the GoodMay 1, 2007 at 3:16 am ...
Kohanaiki, 73-2055 Ala Kohanaiki, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 +1 (808) 329-6200kohanaiki.com 3. Il Sereno, Lake Como, Italy While Lake Como inItalyitself is the perfect spot for a dip, another slightly warmer option comes at Il Sereno, which overlooks it. It’s the newest hotel and the...