See what the experts are saying about Kailua Kona. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Money
It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel b... Continue reading »
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Staying healthy
Contact the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers (IAMAT; tel. 716/754-4883 or, in Canada, 416/652-0137; www.iamat.org) for tips on travel and health concerns in the countries you're visiting, and for lists of local, E... Continue reading »
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Getting married
Hawaii is a great place for a wedding. The islands exude romance and natural beauty, and after the ceremony, you're already on your honeymoon. And the members of your wedding party will most likely be delighted, since you've given them the pe... Continue reading »
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Sustainable travel & ecotourism
Each time you take a flight or drive a car, CO2 is released into the atmosphere. You can help neutralize this danger to our planet through "carbon offsetting" -- paying someone to reduce your CO2 emissions by the same amount you've added. Car... Continue reading »
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Safety
Although tourist areas are generally safe, visitors should always stay alert, even in laid-back Hawaii (and especially in Waikiki). It's wise to ask the island tourist office if you're in doubt about which neighborhoods are safe. Avoid desert... Continue reading »
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Insurance
The cost of travel insurance varies widely, depending on the cost and length of your trip, your age and health, and the type of trip you're taking, but expect to pay between 5% and 8% of the vacation itself. You can get estimates from various... Continue reading »
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Tips on accommodations
Hawaii offers all kinds of accommodations, from simple rooms in restored plantation homes and quaint cottages on the beach to luxurious oceanview condo units and opulent suites in beachfront resorts. Each type has its pluses and minuses, so b... Continue reading »
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Tips for families
Hawaii is paradise for children: beaches to run on, water to splash in, and unusual sights to see. Be sure to check out the boxes in each island chapter for kid-friendly places to stay and family activities. The larger hotels and resorts o... Continue reading »
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Tips for gay and lesbian travelers
Hawaii is known for its acceptance of all groups. The number of gay- or lesbian-specific accommodations on the islands is limited, but most properties welcome gays and lesbians like any other travelers. The Center, mailing address P.O. Box... Continue reading »
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Tips for senior travelers
Discounts for seniors are available at almost all of Hawaii's major attractions and occasionally at hotels and restaurants. The Outrigger hotel chain, for instance, offers travelers ages 50 and older a 20% discount off regular published rates... Continue reading »
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Tips for travelers with disabilities
Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling in the U.S. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. Travelers with disabilities are made to feel very welcome in Hawaii. There are more than 2,000 ramped curbs... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
What should I do in Hawaii? This is the most common question that readers ask me. The purpose of this chapter is to give you my expert advice on the best things to see and do on each island, and how to do them in an orderly fashion so you are... Continue reading »
Kailua Kona Travel Experiences
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Diving on the Big Island
Though the Big Island doesnt have the colorful coral many sites in the Carribbean does, the fish life here is rich and many species are u... Continue reading »
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Another Sunny Day
On Friday, we were back on the big island. This time it's Kona, a nice little tourist joint on the West coast. Kona doesn’t have a dock b... Continue reading »
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Big Island adventure
Big Island, HawaiiWell, we started the second half of our Hawaiian adventure. We flew with Aloha Airlines from Oahu to Kona airport on th... Continue reading »
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Diving & Snorkeling in Kona
The DivingThough we were there for 2 weeks we only did 4 days of diving. But we also did 2 days of snorkeling that I’m including in this... Continue reading »
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The Hawaiian way of Life
Well, My first real experience abroad...It sounds just like a formidable experience, what can I say? God gave me the opportunity to start... Continue reading »
Popular Kailua Kona Hotels
- Kona Reef
- Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
- Kona Seaside Hotel
- Kona Village Resort
- Holua Resort at the Mauna Loa Village
- King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
