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As COVID-19 restrictions began to lessen at the beginning of 2022, travel trends were predicted to skyrocket this year. Air travel did spike; however, many outside factors hindered trips, such as flight cancellations/delays, price increases, cost of fuel, and the repercussions of the pandemic. As we know, the pandemic caused…
Hawai’i thrives during peak holiday and travel times throughout the year and depends on tourism to generate its economy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hawai’i slowed tourism with strict regulations to enter the state in order to protect its residents from the virus; however, it negatively impacted Hawai’i’s economy and caused…
The humpback whale is a migratory species commonly known to make one of the longest migration trips of any animal. Humpback whales migrate twice a year during mating and feeding seasons. During feeding seasons, they can be found in cooler waters near the upper and lower hemisphere to stock up…
Here is everything you need to know about the fun activities and events happening at the Waikoloa Beach Resort this month whether you are staying with us or at one of the resorts. Lei Making Workshop Friday, August 5 | 6:00-7:00 pm | Coronation Pavilion, Queen’s Marketplace This event is…
Travel insurance can be a real life saver when booking a vacation! When booking a vacation, there can be so many unknown factors that can cause major headaches, such as flight delays and cancellations, sickness, injuries, overbooked car rentals, and so much more. Travel insurance can be a real lifesaver…
In 1977 Judy and John Collins dreamed of creating an event to push the limits of endurance athletes; as a result, they created the IRONMAN Triathlon. The first IRONMAN was held on the island of Oahu in 1978 with three legs; swimming, biking, and running non-stop for 140.6 miles. Since…
With COVID-19 restrictions loosening up all over the world, summer travel is at an all-time high. According to the U.S. Travel Association, an estimated 60% of the nation will be traveling this summer for vacation. It is also expected that Americans will travel the most in the next six months…
For over three decades, the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows served as a centerpiece on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island due to its secluded and peaceful location. Although, after more than three decades of operation, the quality of the hotel began to deplete. After several different owners…
Hawaii is home to a number of tropical birds. Isolated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, it is the perfect place to stop for migrating birds. While staying at a Kolea vacation rental you are sure to see many of these birds and the property itself was named after…
Aloha, Finding a place to stay on the Big Island of Hawaii is just one of the steps to assuring yourself a great Hawaiian vacation especially in this post COVID19 era. A vacation to the Big Island of Hawaii typically is a “once in a lifetime vacation” so you want to…
