12 Reasons to Love Kona, Hawaiʻi Island
While the west side of the Big Island is known for its famous coffee, manta rays and the Ironman World Championship, there’s so much more to do and love about this historical area.
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St. Benedict’s Painted Church in Kona is a One-of-a-Kind Artistic Wonder
Amid the coffee fields in South Kona, Hawaiʻi Island, a simple church exterior hides a cathedral covered in colorful fresco paintings.
In Town for IRONMAN? Here Are 8 Tasty Options for Healthy Meals in Kona
Find healthy places to eat in Kona with this handy guide.
This Boutique Hotel in Kona is Perfect for Adventure Travelers to Hawaiʻi Island
Located in Kailua-Kona, Pacific 19 Kona serves as a basecamp for travelers who want to explore the island.
Best Kona Hotels for Your Next Hawai‘i Island Vacation or Staycation
From historic bungalows to a family-friendly resort with the longest waterslide, here are our writers’ picks for Kailua-Kona’s best stays.
This Food Truck is a Must on Your Next Trip to Hawai‘i Island
Island Style Grindz can be hard to find, but it's worth the search.
St. Benedict’s Painted Church in Kona is a One-of-a-Kind Artistic Wonder
Amid the coffee fields in South Kona, Hawaiʻi Island, a simple church exterior hides a cathedral covered in colorful fresco paintings.
Watch: Big Adventures on the Big Island
There's so much to do and see on the biggest island in the Hawaiian Island chain.
Get Baked! Making Portuguese Sweetbread with Kona Historical Society
Learn how to make traditional Portuguese sweetbread in a lava-rock forno on Hawaiʻi Island.