Travel
Flight
Kona International Airport
Apps like Hopper, and websites like Kayak, Priceline, and Airfare Watchdog help you find the best rates for flights! *yes, the flight from Minnesota is somewhat brutal. trust us - it's worth it *
House Or Rental
AirBnb
We love AirBnb for traveling. You have access to your own kitchen, which can save you a ton of money by cooking at home.
House Or Rental
Vacation Rental By Owner
VRBO is another good resource for finding vacation rentals. A bit more formal (and sometimes more luxury) than AirBnb, we have had great success with VRBO in the past.
Hotel
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (808) 930-4900
Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (808) 329-2911
Rental Car
Enterprise Kona
A rental car is nearly a necessity when visiting Hawai'i. There is very little public transportation, so unless you like the idea of being stuck at your hotel, a rental car is the way to go. *Word of wisdom* - Not all of Hawai'i's roads are perfectly paved. To avoid a sticky situation that Laura and her mom encountered in Maui, be sure that your rental car has a spare tire before you drive it off the lot. If interested in true off-roading, 4WD is key.