HONOLULU - The owners of the Fairmont Orchid Hawaii hotel on the Big Island's Kohala Coast have put the four diamond luxury resort up for sale. Boston-based real estate investment firm Westbrook Partners LLC bought the 540-room hotel two years ago for $250 million.
Aloha Kohala Coast lovers,Not everybody can afford an annual Hawaii visit. Trips to Hawaii don't come cheap. So, let's assume you have not been back for another vacation on the Kohala Coast for about two to three years but plan another return visit for next year.Well, you'd better be prepared for changes, big changes in the Kohala Coast scenery you have come to get used to in those past years. Hawaii Big Island was always the island, which was laid back and low key. Beautiful Kohala Coast beaches have been a big attraction to travelers who did not want lie on one of those crowded Maui beaches but rather spend some peaceful time on one of the best Big Island's beaches, like Hapuna or Mauna Kea beach.However, as we all know, the "only constant in life is change'! Finally, the building boom from Oahu and Maui has caught up with the Big Island. Kona has changed a lot but the Kohala Coast as well. Even though we are all well aware that the economy of West Hawaii, like the entir
Christmas Vacation on Kohala Coast of Hawaii Big Island.
Are you are planning a Last Minute trip to the
Kohala Coast on the Big Island for the holidays
?
Well, the motivated, committed and dedicated traveler always finds a way around obstacles, just like in 'Amazing Race'. So, be prepared that most of the Kohala Coast hotels and a lot of the vacation rentals are booked by now over the holidays and choices have become limited. Also know that flights and car rentals are another big issue when you plan your Last Minute vacation on your own. First check with the the Big Island car rental companies
http://www.kohalacoastweb.com/big_island_car_rental.htm
what is available and at what rate. You may have to dig deep into your pocket when making a late car rental reservation.
Over the holidays, car rental rates can be as triple the regular rate. Common sense tells you that this is an island with limited cars available, right?!. After your flight and car rental are reser
Aloha everybody,
Let's continue on our jouney to discover some other qualities of Hawaii and the Kohala Coast than '
just a lovely beach'
. There is so much more to find on our island. Desiree, cofounder of Kamuela Life Retreats, Big Island of Hawaii, will share her and her husband's ideas with our visitors today. We think this is a great way to combine a Kohala Coast vacation with addressing some personal issues in your life. So, if you liked what she had to say and you are interested in more information about their Hawaii retreats,
visit their website
. Enjoy Desiree's post of today. Aloha, Pua
www.kohalacoastweb.com
Are You Where You Belong In Life?
Many people come to the Big Island of Hawaii for personal renewal and reflection. The first time I came to Hawaii in 1974 I fell in love. Not with a person. I fell in love with this warm, colorful, sensuous, smiling island. I somehow felt at home, like I was where I belonged in life. However, belonging is not only
Kohala Coast Earthquake AftermathAs promised in our last post on Big Island earthquake, we are back with a short update on situation on Kohala Coast after the Kona and the Kohala Coast got hit by a big earth quake of 6.7 magnitude (epicenter about 6 miles off Puako) on Sunday morning 10/15/06 at 7:07 am and a 10-minute later aftershock of 5.8, followed by more than 20 strong aftershocks during the day. It is a miracle that 'only' broken bones and minor injuries were reported. Some houses and even Kohala Coast hotels like the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, especially older ones, had serious damage.Update on Kohala Coast Vacation Rerntal BusinessWe checked back with our Kohala Coast vacation rental hosts. They had to do a lot of cleanup of broken dishes and things fallen out of fridges and from shelves. Everybody, residents and Kohala Coast tourists (a lot are here for the Big Island Ironman), got quite rattled but most important, there were no injuries of rental owners and their guests. Lucki
Shark Sightings on Kohala Coast during past week force closure of beaches
Numerous tiger sharks have been seen swimming in coastal waters along the Kohala coast for the past week, leading to the closure of several beaches.
The most famous Kohala Coast beaches like Hapuna Beach State Park, Waialea Bay, Mauna Kea Beach Resort and Spencer Beach Park were closed for swimming and surfing, after county officials confirmed at least three tiger sharks, ranging in size from 10 to 15 feet, which were seen less than 50 yards from various Kohala Coast shorelines.
While tiger sharks are not uncommon to the Kohala Coast, experts say it is highly unusual for so many daytime sightings over a longer a period, especially with sharks traveling in packs and so close to shore.
These immediate precautions were taken by Hawaii State and County officials to ensure the safety of Kohala Coast visitors and residents alike. As soon as the danger is over, Kohala Coast beaches will be opened again. Better be
Kohala Coast Vacation Rental Specials
Aloha again,
to those visitors who come back again and again to the Kohala Coast on the Big Island and to those who want to visit the Big Island for the first time.
More and more people find our comprehensive website
Kohala Coast Vacation Guide
and this blog
Vacation on Kohala Coast of Hawaii Big Island
with lots of information about Kohala Coast vacation rentals, activities, beaches, homes for sale, hotels, resorts, restaurants, wedding and so much more. If our last blog about how to
plan a 7-day Kohala Coast vacation
, was not only of interest for you but helpful for planning your vacation, we'd appreciate to leave a short comment for other Kohala Coast travelers.
Today, a short note for those visitors who can take off short notice and take advantage of all kinds of specials...Cancellation Specials, Last Minute Specials, Hot Deals, Low Season Specials. If you are interested in our vacation rental SPECIALS for the month of S
Kohala Coast Vacation Plan - Ideas for your StayAloha Kohala Coast lovers. Today we are back with some great ideas for everybody's first visit on the Kohala Coast, after we had some detailed Kohala Coast golf information last time. we recommend at least a weekly stay using your Kohala Coast vacation rental or your Kohala Coast vacation home as your 'base camp'. The Kohala Coast is centrally located for exploring not only South and North Kohala Coast areas but the Hilo and Kona areas as well. Staying at one place eliminates having to pack and unpack plus saves you the hassle of several check-in and check-out procedures. After a day of Big Island adventures, you are always coming 'home' and can relax and feel comfortable in your familiar surroundings at your Kohala Coast vacation rental or even take the short drive to one of the white sand Kohala Coast beaches for a refreshing dip in the ocean at sunset.When planning your vacation on the Hawaiian Islands rather focus on two islands
Kohala Coast Activities in HawaiiLet's pick up where we left you with our last post about the best Kohala Coast beaches. Who wants to just lie on the beach, especially on the Big Island?! So, what is there to do on the Kohala Coast? Believe me there are no limits to your Kohala Coast activities. Within short driving distances of your vacation home or hotel on the Kohala Coast, you can play golf at 9 championship courses, play tennis, go horseback riding, take a hike into spectacular valleys, explore the Pacific waters snorkeling & meeting tropical fish, rays, dolphins and turtles, go deep sea fishing or scuba diving or go boogie boarding…the Kohala Coast has something for everybody! Our frequently updated page about Kohala Coast events tells our vistors all about ongoing events from Farmer's markets to Hawaiian music and what's going on during the present month. Kings's Shops at Waikoloa Beach ResortThe Kings' Shops are located in Waikoloa Beach Resort on the Kohala Coast of Haw
Where are the beaches?Aloha again everybody. Since you know from our previous post where to stay on the Kohala Coast, we want to answer the most asked question by Kohala Coast visitors is 'Where are the beaches?'. Depending on your preferences, you can choose from: Spencer Beach Park (perfect for families with small children) and Kauna'oa (Mauna Kea Beach w/public part - never crowded and separate from hotel part, so you don't need to mingle with the hotel crowd) and Hapuna Beach State Park. All three beaches feature shower and restroom facilities. Mauna Kea and Hapuna beach have both been ranked among the best beaches in the world by Conde Nast Magazine. Other great options are Wailea Bay in Puako or Anaeho'omalu Beach (called 'A Bay' by the locals) in Waikoloa Beach Resort. Just to name the most well-known and most gorgeous white sand beaches in our area on the Kohala Coast. Locate beaches on our Kohala Coast map.Mauna Kea BeachKauna'oa Beach (Mauna Kea beach), 2 miles sout
Kohala Coast Vacation HomesIn our recent post, we talked about Kohala Coast Resorts and Hotels. This article will provide the Big Island visitor with some 'insider' knowledge about vacation rentals on the Kohala Coast, from affordable to luxury. Kohala Coast vacation rentals are near the best Kohala Coast beaches, such as Mauna Kea Beach and Hapuna Beach, and adventurous Big Island attractions, many beyond the ordinary. Kohala Vacation Guide also offers luxury Kohala Coast vacation homes or affordable Kohala Coast vacation condos, which provide privacy and comfort at your own vacation home. Discover the unique beauty of the Kohala Coast for your next Big Island vacation on the Kohala Coast. If you missed our first Kohala Coast post, here is a little summary again. The Kohala Coast, also referred to as the Gold Coast has sunshine all year round and stretches of beautiful white sand beaches and spectacular championship golf courses. It is located on the west coast of the Big Island...n
Kohala Coast Resorts and HotelsAloha Hawaii friends,After we gave you in our first blog about the Kohala Coast lots of good reasons why to vacation on the Big Island's Kohala Coast, we would to give you some ideas about places to stay. The Kohala Coast features a select number of 5-star ocean front Kohala Coast resorts & hotels starting with the fairly recently built Hualalai Beach Resort and the traditional Hawaiian old-fashioned Kona Village resort.Waikoloa Beach Resort HotelsGoing further north, visitors will find Waikoloa Beach Resort with Marriott Hotel (former Outrigger), Hilton Waikoloa and with beautiful ocean view Kohala Coast vacation condos like 'The Bay Club', 'The Vistas' and 'The Fairways', which are located on beautiful Waikoloa Beach Golf Course, which golf players love. It's a short drive from these golfcourse condos to A-Bay Beach. Golfcondo rates are in the medium price range. The budget traveler will not find private Kohala Coast vacation rentals in the Waik
