Kona, Hawaii

 

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IF A HAWAIIAN vacation is an escape from the mainland’s perpetual hum, then this gorgeous upland property on the Big Island promises to transport you to another dimension of exquisite tranquility.

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Superlative Hawaii

By Tom Gierasimczuk and Eric Rumble

As the farthest-flung state in the Union, Hawaii’s geography, climate and history set world records of all kinds. Experience the extremes for yourself, from the awesome (the planet’s most active volcano), to the bizarre (the westernmost...

Hawaii's History

By Andrew Findlay

  The Hawaiian islands offer much more than sun, sand and surf. As a growing number of visitors demand an education with their vacation, native Islanders are increasingly sharing their rich traditions and, as Andrew Findlay discovers, their...

Hawaiian Cowboy

By Eric Rumble

This month, the 100th anniversary of the paniolo, or Hawaiian cowboy, comes to a close. But before the subculture rides off into a new century, up! traces the paniolo's proud roots

Exploring Captain Cook's Monument

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Big Island a big hit when it comes to snorkelling

Turtles, Dolphins and Calm Ocean Waves in Kona

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Kona is the best place on earth for this traveller

Turtle Fight at Sea Mountain Resort

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An area known for sunbathing turtles leads to an awesome experience

Keauhou Beach Resort

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Not a bad thing to say about Kona - or this beautiful resort