Blue
Sea Cruises Eco Tours
- Come aboard the 70 ft glass bottom boat SPIRT OF KONA. Kona's
only boat designed and built for viewing marine life above and
below the surface of the ocean. Our daytime Dolphin Adventure
tours are fully narrated and focus on the marine mammals that
inhabit Kona waters year round. (Humpback Whales December through
April). Along the way, learn about the history and many points
of interest that make up the scenic Kona Coast. See the reef Eco
systems and sea life through our large glass bottom wells. On
the return trip, sit back and enjoy live entertainment performed
by local artists. Looking for dinner? Our Evening on the Reef
Sunset Dinner Cruise is sure to please. Relax to popular music
performed by local artists while taking in one of Kona”s famous
sunsets. A complete Pacific Rim style dinner is served buffet
style along with a complimentary Mai Tia from our fully stocked
bars. When the sun goes down, the under water lights go on. Watch
for sea life that often includes the famous Kona Manta Ray. Visit
our web site at www.blueseacruisesinc.com and let the adventure
begin.
Bubba
Gump Shrimp Co - Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. captures the charm
and American spirit that made “Forrest Gump” a smash hit, featuring
down-home décor reminiscent of the movie’s setting in Alabama.
Now branded as an American icon, the restaurant showcases memorabilia
and still-photos from the movie, along with reproductions of script
pages, storyboards and even some costumes. Scrawled “Gumpisms”
grace the varnished tabletops inside and guests can try on plaster
casts of Forrest’s running shoes at the famed bus bench in front
of each restaurant location. Our prime location in the historic
Kailua-Kona on the island of Hawaii sits on the Kona coastline
with a wonderful ocean view. On any given day, watch body boarders
catching waves and view fish cruising to the rhythm of the ocean.
During season, you can view the humpback whales swimming in the
deep blue ocean right from your table at the Bubba Gump Shrimp
Co.. With a lively atmosphere, ocean view dining, and an incredibly
outgoing and friendly staff, Bubba Gump’s offers a setting that
will make any island visit true paradise.
Kona
Blue Sky Coffee
- Kona Blue Sky Coffee is grown exclusively on the Twigg-Smith
Estate, which encompasses over 400 acres of Kona's prime Coffee
Belt on the slopes of Mt. Hualalai. Some of the orchards are over
100 years old. Year round care includes individual pruning for
high quality, handpicking only the ripest coffee cherry, sun drying,
and roasting just prior to shipment to ensure freshness.
At Kona Blue Sky Coffee Company we sell only our top grades of
Arabic coffee beans. Our grades of coffee provide you with a selection
to best suit your needs. Each grade is available in a medium or
dark roast.
We also offer complimentary guided walking tours and sampling
Monday through Saturday from 9:00am to 3:30pm. Visitors can learn
how Kona Coffee is grown, processed and roasted.
"Our pledge is to produce a pleasing, aesthetic coffee, cared
for with great pride and concern for quality and consistency"
Captain
Zodiac Rafting
- “Avast ye Maties! If ‘yer looking for the experience of a lifetime,
then come aboard for some high adventure on Kona’s award winning
Captain Zodiac Raft Adventures. Captain Zodiac holds the prestigious
2006-2007 C.R.U.I.S.E. Tour of the Year Award from Princess Cruises
Lines. Hoisting the skull and crossbones for over three decades,
Captain Zodiac is the original ocean rafting company in Hawai’
i. If it’s excitement that ‘yer looking for, nothing beats zipping
along the rugged coastline and exploring sea caves, exposed lava
tubes and natural blowholes. At historic Kealakekua Bay, you’ll
take to the sea and discover Kona’s magnificent underwater world
and the best snorkel spot in all of Hawai’i. Hawaiian Spinner
Dolphins, Humpback Whales (in season), Big Isle History, geology,
Captain Zodiac’s swashbucklin’ crew shares it all with you – and
has you laughing from the second you step off the dock! Ay, matey,
‘tis an adventure that any buccaneer will ne’er forget. For 36
years the pirates of Captain Zodiac have been creating lifelong
memories on their thrilling ocean raft adventure. Visit www.captainzodiac.com
and check out the pirates of Captain Zodiac - arrgghh!!
Dolphin
Discoveries - Discover the magic & beauty of the Kona Coast
with Dolphin Discoveries snorkel & whalewatch tours. Snorkel the
beautiful marine sanctuary at Cook's Monument, explore sea caves
& lava tubes, & watch for the playful spinner dolphins, pilot
whales, & (seasonally) humpback whales with out trained marine
mammal naturalist guides. For tour details & to make reservations
go to www.dolphindiscoveries.com
or call 808-322-8000. This just could be the highlight of your
entire vacation!!!
Farnham
Associates - Today Farnham Associates Marketing Solutions
is a full service advertising agency with over a dozen placement
clients and over five dozen production clients. Our client list
is increasing every day, and the Farnham Associates Marketing
Solutions staff has doubled in the last few years. Today a staff
of professional graphic designers, copywriters, editors and facilitators
stands ready to serve all your marketing needs.
Fish
Hopper Seafood & Steak Restaurant - Experience the beauty
of the Pacific Ocean at The Fish Hopper Seafood and Steak restaurant,
overlooking Kailua Bay on the Big Island Hawaii. Enjoy fresh seafood
from Hawaii and fresh seafood flown in weekly from California,
plus our signature Bucket of Fire and Volcano flaming drinks,
all within walking distance to shops and historic sites. A landmark
(formerly the Ocean View Inn) and a local’s favorite Kona restaurant
since 1934, the building housing The Fish Hopper has been beautifully
restored to expand upon its spectacular ocean views. We proudly
serve seafood from sustainable sources, harvested by methods that
do not harm the environment. Come enjoy a little bit of paradise!
Hawaii
Forest and Trail
- Hawaii Forest and Trail provides Nature Adventures & Outfitting,
natural history tours, birding, birdwatching and eco tours on
the Big Island of Hawaii.
Kama'aina
Diamond Co. - (KDC) is currently the full service, "go-to
jewelry store" in Kailua-Kona. Located on the Big Island
of Hawaii, we are a family owned business and have been open since
1996,. Our store is conveniently located within the Crossroads
Shopping Center in Kailua-Kona. On-site, contracted Master Goldsmith
services are readily available.
Specializing
In:
* Certificated
Loose Diamonds (at NY wholesale rates)
* Engagement rings
* Wedding bands
* Diamond accessories
* Tahitian pearls
* Hawaiian jewelry
* Estate jewelry
Services Offered:
* Custom
jewelry design & repair
* Purchase your gold & diamonds
* Engraving
* Watch battery replacement
* Pearl stringing
* Appraisals (written or verbal)
* Free Inspection & Cleaning
Keauhou
Shopping Center - Experience world-class shopping from the
many local and Mainland shops throughout Keauhou. At the Keauhou
Shopping Center you'll find shops, restaurants, a theater and
other amenities for you and your family to enjoy.
Kona
Brothers Coffee Roasting Company, Inc.
- Kona Brothers Coffee Roasting Company, Inc. is a family owned
and operated enterprise, roaster/retailer, with a full service
coffee shop. We specialize in "roast to order" with custom labeling.
Kona
Coast Customs Motor cycle Rental - Rent a motorcycle and tour
the Big Island for an unforgettable experience. The best way to
see it all is up close and personal on a touring bike. Rent by
the day or for the whole weekend. All bikes have saddlebags, windshields
and comfortable dual seats. All rentals include insurance, unlimited
mileage, helmets, 24-hour roadside assistance and short-term luggage
storage. Tour from the beaches to the mountains and experience
all the variety of the Big Island. Call us at 808-325-2500 to
get more details. We're located on the low road on the way to
Costco at 73-4776 Kanalani St. Kailua-Kona.
Kona-Kohala
Chamber of Commerce
- is the leading business advocacy organization on the west side
of the Big Island of Hawaii. Here you will find information on
products and services offered by our members, a directory of member
businesses, information for those planning to visit or thinking
of relocating here, island history and more.
Lanihau
Center - NESTLED IN THE HEART of the retail district of Kailua-Kona
on the Big Island of Hawaii, Lanihau Center is the link between
Kona's visitors and residents. Lanihau (pronounced "Law-nee-how"),
meaning heavenly cool in Hawaiian, is just mauka (toward the mountain)
from Alii Drive on Palani Road, one block from beautiful Kailua
Bay.
Oceanrider
Seahorse Farm - Come see the magical seahorses at the seahorse
farm. The seahorse farm is a unique farm that does R & D on seahorses,
maintains a living gene bank, provides farm-raised seahorses for
aquariums and educational tours for the public. The non-profit
foundation was established to preserve and protect this endangered
species and ensure future seahorse population in coastal areas
that have become extinct. We are the only seahorse farm in the
United States.
Pinzgauer
Trekking Tours
- Combine incredible natural beauty with our one of a kind six-wheeled
Pinzgauer vehicles and you have the best off-road adventures in
Hawaii!
Property
Management Hawaii - dba SunQuest Vacations
- SunQuest Vacations offers guests everything they need to have
a truly memorable vacation experience. We offer Kona's largest
selection of vacation condo and home rentals, along with air,
car and activities. Let our knowledgeable reservation staff find
just the right accommodation for you, or if traveling outside
of Kona our full service travel agency can assist you in planning
your next vacation.
Regency
at Hualalai - Hawaii retirement community and senior living
by Regency at Hualalai. Quality senior retirement communities,
assisted living, senior living options. Adult day health services,
senior activities, respite care, ADA accessible assisted living
and retirement facilities.
Splasher's
Grill - Open breakfast, lunch, & dinner, from 7am - 9pm. Famous
for our delicious cheeseburgers, fish and chips & frozen Mai Tais!
Come watch the sunset!
Thriilseekers
Hawaii
- Join us on our half-day or full day motorcycle rides cruising
Kona's scenic country roads. Savor the Big Islands year round
riding season with those who share your passion for motorcycling.
Talk story & soak up paradise as we stop at various destinations
along the way. Stunning views & local food await as you experience
a ride you won't soon forget. Call or visit our website & see
what's offered today! 808-640-3639 or www.thrillseekershawaii.com
