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Jada’s Big Island Adventure
We are not all so lucky as to have volcanic action while at the big island. Jada was able to see some stunning nighttime glowy crater action, and we are all a little envious.
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Hawaii – Oahu and Kona
Here’s an example of a trip where someone extended their trip beyond the one week at the Kona house. They flew to Oahu for a week and then took a short Air Hawaii flight to Kona for their week. We started off our trip in Honolulu staying at Ilikai Tower (VRBO), a hotel with a…
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Day Trips
You have boarded your plane, landed in Kona, hopped in a cab, and arrived at the Kona House. First thing’s first: Pet the dogs. Michael, Brando, and Chuck (okay Chuck will watch cautiously from a distance) Now a trip to Costco for the essentials. Now what?? Not sure what you want to see? Check out…
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House Updates
Tony has been updating things in the downtime between visitors. “How do you improve on perfection?” you may ask. How about flamingo and swan nightguards? They have solar lights inside so they glow at night. New shaded areas have been added including umbrellas over the “viewing deck” rocking chairs and one over the Baja shelf…
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The Honeymooners
Three years after getting married Jon and I finally got to go on our honeymoon in beautiful Kona! From getting our first look at the island on the plane as it landed and then driving up the hill to the house we knew we were in for a treat. We piggybacked off what others had…
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Caprice on the Big Island
All I can say is WOW! My friend and I were in absolute awe upon arrival. The house itself is beautiful, and the scenery surrounding it is the cherry on top. One of our favourite parts of the trip was taking a day to drive over to Hilo on the other side of the island.…
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Alyssa, Dave, and Blake’s Trip to Kona
Let me start of by saying …. WE HAD A GREAT TIME!! We travelled all around the island. My daughter is almost 2 and still needs her naps, so it was perfect for us to go on long drives and let her sleep in the car. Volcano National Park – Two thumbs up! I would…
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THE ROAD TO KILAUEA IS … LONG!
Jeff and Gary’s thoughts on the island – part 2 So, crack a card and do a heli tour instead! LOL No, seriously (cough). Driving to Hawaii Volcano National Park will take one about three hours per direction, barring stops along the way (if you take the perimeter highway) . It’s windy but very picturesque. …
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JUST GET ME THERE ALREADY
Jeff and Gary’s take on the Island – Part 1 Air Canada and Westjet offer non-stop services to KOA from YVR during winter season, or specifically from 12/15 to 3/31. Travel outside this period will likely mean a connection. Either way, Matt, the travel agent, is super helpful and will assist with your options. Our…
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First Impressions
Are you kidding me?!?! The first batch of travelers have come and gone,and the resounding conclusion is that we love Hawaii. The house is on the dry side of the island (Kona side), and we couldn’t be happier. I brought along the kids (Thing 1 and Thing 2), and the continual litany of wows and…