Hawaii's Big Island region of Kona offers travelers a place of scenic beauty and relaxation during their Hawaiian vacation. With its exotic beach resorts and bays, fishing villages, rainforests, and plantations, Kona invites visitors from around the world to settle in and soak up the charm of this quaint Hawaiian paradise.
The main town in north Kona is Kailua-Kona, which is a busy fishing village with a popular harbor that attracts charter boats, tourists, and commercial fishermen from all around. The village's waterfront has a popular shopping strip which includes restaurants, shops, hotels, and historical sites. One can also tour the Hulihe'e Palace, which was built in 1838 as a resort for Hawaiian royalty.
The town hosts two major sporting events each year - the Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament and the Ironman Triathalon.
Other Regions in North Kona
Also in north Kona are the coffee regions such as Honalo, Holualoa, and Kainaliu. The Holualoa Village is a popular arts and crafts center. To the south is the Magic Sands Beach, also called the Disappearing Sands Beach, which disappears when the waves come in winter. You can go swimming and bodysurfing in summer. Or, you can hand-feed reef fish or go snorkeling in Kahalu'u.
Other Places to Visit in Kona
The Kealakekua Bay is another popular place for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. This is where the famous British Captain James Cook died in 1779.
There's a little town called Captain Cook, located on the bay, where visitors can see a monument for the captain and explore other historic sites. Further south in Kona are the scenic rainforests and another fishing village called Miloli'i.
Activities in Kona
Visitors can enjoy a number of activities in Kona such as deep sea fishing, watching dolphins and whales, hiking on mountain trails, and more. Kona offers a variety of shops and restaurants as well as delicious coffee varieties that are grown and harvested right on the island! For the outdoor lover, there are hiking or biking trails to gorgeous waterfalls and volcanoes. Those who want to stay dry while relaxing at sea can take a Kona boat cruise or glass-bottom boat cruise.
Kona Accommodations
Kona offers a variety of lodging options to fit anyone's budget. Here are just a few hotels in the area: Kona Seaside Hotel, King Kamehameha's Beach Hotel, Royal Kona Resort, Castle Kona Bali Kai (Condominium Resort), Kona Coast Resort, Luana Inn, and Holua Resort at the Mauna Loa Village.
If you're looking for slow-paced fun and relaxation, be sure to book your next trip to Hawaii on the Big Island's beautiful region of Kona!. by Jim Dornfeld
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