Why settle for a hotel when you can experience Hawaii the way it was meant to be enjoyed — privately, comfortably, and completely at your own pace? Peace, Quiet & Privacy Hotels come with crowded hallways, thin walls, slamming doors, and early morning noise from neighboring rooms. In a private vacation home, those distractions disappear. No elevators, no busy lobbies, and no fighting for pool chairs before breakfast. Just your...
There’s something instantly calming about arriving at Waikoloa Beach Resort—where golden sunlight, gentle ocean breezes, and swaying palms set the tone for a truly relaxing Hawaiian escape. Along the Kohala Coast, one of the driest and sunniest regions in all of Hawaiʻi, perfect weather isn’t the exception—it’s the standard. It’s the kind of place where your days naturally slow down, inviting you to unwind and fully embrace island time. Perfectly positioned...
Dear Island Dreamer, When people imagine Hawaii, they often picture a perfect stretch of sand meeting turquoise water beneath swaying palms. On the Big Island of Hawaii, that dream becomes something even more remarkable. Here, beaches are wonderfully diverse, dramatic, and constantly changing. In a single visit, you can experience brilliant white sand bays, rare green sand shores, striking black sand coastlines, and even beaches that appear and disappear with...
As the winter season comes to a close, the Kona Coast enters a quieter, more refined stretch—one that seasoned travelers know well. From November through April, demand across the resort communities—Hualālai Resort, Mauna Lani Resort, Mauna Kea Resort, Waikoloa Beach Resort, Kukio, and Kohanaiki—is at its peak. Homes are heavily booked, calendars are tight, and availability is limited. That dynamic has now shifted. A Window of Access The late spring and early summer months introduce...
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...
Short-Term Vacation Rentals in Hawaii: What You Need to Know (Part 1) By Dan Polimino, The Hawaii Team at Keller Williams Realty, Big Island Today, we’re kicking off a three-part series on short-term vacation rentals. This is a huge topic. Nearly every buyer who calls us at The Hawaii Team asks about short-term vacation rentals—specifically, whether they can rent out a property they purchase. Because the topic is so extensive,...
