Big Island Stays Blog

When planning your Hawaiian getaway, location can make all the difference. Imagine waking up to tropical surroundings, enjoying your morning coffee with ocean views, and ending the day watching the sun disappear into the Pacific. Welcome to Kona Makai, one of Kailua-Kona’s inviting oceanfront condominium communities along the famous Alii Drive. Situated along Alii Drive, Kona Makai combines convenient access to town with the relaxed atmosphere of a tropical getaway....

Imagine trading chilly autumn mornings for warm ocean breezes, a morning swim in the Pacific, and Thanksgiving dinner with the colors of a Hawaiian sunset in the background. On the Big Island, the holiday is an opportunity to slow down, spend time together, and experience a few things you simply can’t do back home. Whether you’re planning a traditional turkey dinner or hoping to spend the day exploring the island,...

Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s are just around the corner. Imagine spending the holidays in the Hawaiian Islands—watching the sunset from your lanai, enjoying warm ocean breezes, and making memories with family and friends. Our Big Island Stays vacation rentals are booking quickly for the holiday season, so now is the time to reserve your preferred home before the best dates are gone. Whether you are planning a Thanksgiving gathering,...

Now there’s a simpler way to find out. If you’ve ever considered purchasing a vacation rental along the Kona Coast, you’ve probably asked the same question I hear more than any other: “Is this a good investment—and will it generate positive cash flow?” For years, answering that question meant building a custom spreadsheet for each property. I would gather rental data, estimate expenses, and work through the numbers by hand....

November 6–15, 2026 | Ten days of coffee, culture, and Kona community Kona is famous for its sunny beaches, spectacular sunsets, and crystal-clear waters, but some of the Big Island’s most memorable experiences are found farther inland. This November, the 55th annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival returns for ten days celebrating one of Hawaiʻi’s most treasured agricultural traditions. With coffee farm tours, local food, live entertainment, artisan markets, and cultural...

Choosing the right place to stay can make all the difference on a Big Island vacation. Aliʻi Villas offers a balance of convenience and relaxation, with an oceanfront setting just minutes from Kailua-Kona’s restaurants, shops, and local attractions. Located along scenic Aliʻi Drive, this condominium complex is ideal for travelers seeking more space and flexibility than a traditional hotel. With a variety of vacation rentals, ocean views, tropical landscaping, and...

One of the things that makes returning to the Big Island so enjoyable is that Kona continues to Evolve. The beaches and sunsets are still here. The snorkeling, manta rays, coffee farms and ocean adventures aren’t going anywhere. But new businesses and attractions continue to give visitors more reasons to explore beyond the usual itinerary. This year, that includes a new downtown White Nene coffee shop, the return of the...

Trade your daily routine for ocean breezes, volcanic landscapes, and unforgettable sunsets. If the Big Island of Hawaii is calling your name, getting here may be easier than you think. With nonstop flights from several major cities across the U.S. mainland and seasonal service from Canada, travelers have plenty of options for reaching the island. Most visitors arrive through Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA), conveniently located near Kailua-Kona and...

For travelers, the finest holiday homes on the Kona-Kohala Coast are being reserved now. For owners, this is the season that shows what your property can truly earn. For Those Planning a Kona Christmas Picture Christmas morning on a private lanai, the Pacific stretching to the horizon and the first humpback whales of the season arriving offshore. It is little wonder that the weeks from Thanksgiving through New Year’s are...

Planning a family vacation to Kona can be surprisingly easy when you know where to go. The Big Island offers something for nearly every age, from sandy beaches and snorkeling to wildlife, cultural sites, scenic drives, and adventures that older kids will remember long after the vacation is over. The key is choosing activities that match your children’s ages and interests. A toddler may be happiest playing in the sand,...