Once a barren lava field, the Waikoloa Beach Resort has turned into a popular destination for travelers around the world! In the 1960s a developer named Ronald Boedekker chose to purchase the land with the idea of developing it with an emphasis on a place where families can come and…
The Mauna Lani Hotel sits on 32 acres of the Kohala Coast, rich in Hawaiian history. Nestled between four ancient fishponds once used by Hawaiian royalty Waipuhi, Hopeaia, Manoku, and Kalahuipua’a, Mauna Lani Resort offers historical walking tours through the ponds and shares the history and significance around them. The…
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole is a major Waikoloa airport located at Keāhole. This airport serves those traveling to Hawaii to visit Waikoloa beach, other parts of Hawaii or traveling to Kailua-Kona. It is run by the Hawaii Department of Transportation and is a hub for Mokulele Airlines….
Part of the attraction and charm of visiting the Big Island of Hawaii is learning about local wildlife and customs. During your stay, you are likely to hear numerous references to the kolea. A slight, small bird that frequents Hawaii over the winter months, it is the namesake for our…
The Hula, a special dance performed in Hawaii for many centuries, has a long history and a special tie to the Hawaiian culture and people. While most people have seen a glimpse of the Hula dance, fewer people understand its cultural ties, history, and why we still celebrate Hawaiian heritage…
If you’ve ever been to a faux luau, you’ve likely worn a very modest imitation of a Hawaiian lei. It was probably made of plastic and is now in a landfill somewhere. Hawaiian lei are not made of plastic! Better still, they are biodegradable. If you take advantage of Waikoloa…
Those who are looking for vacation rentals at Kolea in Waikoloa might also be interested in knowing about some of the natural history of the islands. Hawaii, like a number of island chains, was created by volcanoes below the surface of the ocean. The earth’s crust can be described by…
One of the most sobering, memorialized events during the WWII conflict is the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. Today, Pearl Harbor stands as a symbol of sacrifice and the effects of war, making it a popular, yet sobering, tourist spot for people to pay their respects and remember…
Hawaii is rich with history, people, culture, and legends. All of these aspects have shaped the values and lifestyle of the state’s people, and understanding what makes the Hawaiian people who they are can help us all appreciate Hawaii a little bit more, whether you are planning a vacation…
