Big Island Stays Blog

Dear Fellow Traveler, Imagine starting your morning on Hawaii’s Big Island surrounded by rolling green hills, tropical sunshine, and the rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee drifting through the air. Welcome to the world of 100% Kona coffee, one of the most prized coffees on earth. If you’re visiting Hawaii, exploring a Kona coffee farm is more than just a fun stop—it’s an unforgettable island experience that stays with you long...

When travelers picture Hawaiʻi, they often imagine sandy beaches, clear blue water, and warm ocean breezes moving gently through palm trees. These images have long represented the islands in travel materials, and they are certainly part of what makes Hawaiʻi special. However, visitors arriving in Kailua-Kona quickly discover something even more remarkable. Beyond the beaches and sunshine, the Island of Hawaiʻi offers one of the most diverse collections of landscapes...

There are places in the world that feel untouched by time—and then there are places where time is actively unfolding right before your eyes. On Hawaiʻi Island, the land is not still. It breathes, shifts, and evolves. And nowhere is that more evident than at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, where the earth itself tells a story of constant creation. This is not simply a destination—it is an experience that reshapes...

There’s something about the rhythm of island life that teaches patience—how everything, no matter how turbulent, eventually finds its way back to calm. Over the past few weeks, life in Kona felt a little different. The skies were heavy and unpredictable, shifting from gray to darker gray without warning. Winds swept through the coastlines, rain came and went in restless bursts, and the ocean—usually a source of peace—turned rough and...

For the past several months, travel demand to Hawai‘i Island has remained exceptionally strong. From December through March, occupancy across our portfolio at Big Island Stays has consistently ranged between 75% and 82%—a clear signal that discerning travelers continue to prioritize the Kona Coast for its lifestyle, climate, and overall experience. And as we move into spring, April is shaping up to follow that same trend. But beyond that… a...

Now Is the Moment: Your Best Opportunity to Experience Hawai‘i This Summer For many travelers, planning a Hawai‘i vacation has become more cautious in recent years. Guests are waiting longer to book, watching pricing closely, and looking for the right combination of value, availability, and quality before committing. This year, that patience is being rewarded. As we move into the early summer months of May, June, and July, an exceptional...

Choosing the right property manager in Kona or anywhere on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi is one of the most important decisions a rental property owner will make. Long-term property management directly impacts tenant quality, vacancy rates, maintenance costs, regulatory compliance, and ultimately your return on investment. If you are searching for “Kona property manager,” “Big Island long-term property management,” or “how to choose a property manager in Hawaiʻi,” the...

Owning rental property in Kailua-Kona or along the West Hawaiʻi coast should generate steady income and long-term appreciation, not constant oversight and uncertainty. Professional long-term property management requires more than collecting rent. It demands disciplined tenant screening, regulatory compliance, preventative maintenance planning, and transparent financial reporting. That is the standard Big Island Stays delivers for rental owners throughout Kona, Kohala, Waimea, and surrounding West Hawaiʻi communities. Big Island Stays specializes...

Want to know more about the history of Kona’s iconic industry? Then you definitely need to make some time to take Kona Historical Society’s Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour. Located in Captain Cook (82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy.), this award-winning, historic farm tells the story of Kona’s coffee pioneers during the early 20th century. A self-guided experience, you’re free to walk among the coffee trees, meet a “Kona Nightingale”, or watch...

Planning a Hawaii getaway in 2026 looks a little different—and for discerning travelers, a little better. With evolving travel trends, new visitor fees, and a renewed emphasis on quality over quantity, today’s guests are seeking more than just a place to stay. They want space, privacy, authenticity, and a seamless experience from arrival to departure. Along the Kona Coast, Big Island Stays continues to meet that demand with a curated...