Kailua-Kona On The Big Island Of Hawaii
June 20, 2008 – 8:55 pmThe Big Island holds 11 different climate zones of the world, and if you’re looking for a lot of sun and a gentle breeze, you’d probably spend most of your Hawaiian holiday on the west side of the island. The city on the west where most people end up is called Kailua-Kona.
In and around Kona there are lots of beaches, where gentle waves are breaking softly onto the white, soft sand. The nature around Kona is amazingly beautiful and gives you opportunities to get into a peaceful state of mind.
The town is located at the bottom of the Hualalai volcano and this charming town mixes numerous historical sites with modern tourist attractions. There are plenty of hotels, vacation rentals and bed and breakfasts in the area as well as restaurants and bars. Even so, Kona keeps a relaxed and calm atmosphere and makes it a great getaway destination.
Kona is an ancient city and in the early years it was home to numerous Hawaiian kings. When the missionaries came in the 19th century, the expansion continued, with a lot of churches and houses being built. They also turned Kona into the main seaport of the Big Island. In the middle of the sea you find Kailua Pier which gives you a good view over the whole area. This is also a perfect spot to watch the sunset from.
Just at the side of the pier you find Kamakahonu Beach. Here you can spend your day, relaxing in the sun on the white sand and swimming in the calm water. The beach is not too busy, but you can still find some beach activities. The water is great for snorkelling and there are canoe rentals.
Ali’i Drive is the main street of the city and it goes along the seafront side of Kona. Here you find a lot of restaurants, shops and hotels and you’ll probably end up here at your stay in Kona.
A lot of people make Kona into their main location at their Big Island stay; it’s only a short ride from the airport and it’s easy to find daily trips and activities from here. Many boat cruising companies starts off from here and you can do hiking or horse-back riding on the surrounding area
Have fun exploring this city, with its great mixture of modern and ancient. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed yet active Hawaii vacation.
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