Skip the same-old and rally the crew for 60 minutes of clue-chasing at 808 Escape, where you can hunt for missing Tiki in Tiki’s Shack or…
77-6425 Kuakini Hwy C-104 (Kailua-Kona)
“Skip the same-old and rally the crew for 60 minutes of clue-chasing at 808 Escape, where you can hunt for missing Tiki in Tiki’s Shack or play hero with Mahalo Airlines: Flight 808 at Kona Airport. Smart, locally flavored puzzles that hit just the right challenge level, perfect for a midweek reset.”
From the Big Island newsletter, September 10, 2026
Locals-only reminder: Kona Country Club keeps it classic in Keauhou with 18 holes riding sunny skies and gentle ocean breezes, plus a grass…
78-7000 Ali‘i Dr (Kailua-Kona)
“Locals-only reminder: Kona Country Club keeps it classic in Keauhou with 18 holes riding sunny skies and gentle ocean breezes, plus a grass range and short-game area to tune up, and it’s a former Golf Digest Top 100 Public pick. Sneak in a round this week and let the views reset you.”
Trade the usual pau hana for a legit imu ceremony, live hula and a jaw-drop Samoan fire knife finale at Voyagers of the Pacific Lū‘au. Come…
75-5852 Ali‘i Dr (Kailua-Kona)
“Trade the usual pau hana for a legit imu ceremony, live hula and a jaw-drop Samoan fire knife finale at Voyagers of the Pacific Lū‘au. Come hungry for tender imu-roasted pork and classic island plates, sip a Mai Tai, watch Kailua Bay glow at sunset.”
From the Big Island newsletter, September 18, 2026
If you call Kūkio, Maniniʻowali, or Kaʻūpūlehu home, Kukio Golf and Beach Club is basically your paradise playbook: an 18-hole Tom Fazio…
87 Queen Ka'ahumanu Hwy (Kailua-Kona)
“If you call Kūkio, Maniniʻowali, or Kaʻūpūlehu home, Kukio Golf and Beach Club is basically your paradise playbook: an 18-hole Tom Fazio course up mauka by Hualālai, a 10-hole short course, beach club dining and spa, and the Outdoor Pursuits ocean program, plus an exclusive brokerage for the community.”
Flight of Aloha delivers helicopter views without leaving the ground, using a massive curved screen, 8K projection, motion seats, and a…
75-5660 Palani Rd (Kailua-Kona)
“Flight of Aloha delivers helicopter views without leaving the ground, using a massive curved screen, 8K projection, motion seats, and a hint of waterfall mist for real goosebumps. Native Hawaiian-owned, their films like Naupaka and Lahaina are created with cultural advisors so the ride feels pono and powerful.”
From the Big Island newsletter, September 13, 2026
Whether you’ve done it ten times or keep saying you will, Manta Ray Night Snorkel sets you up with lights, a snorkel board, and…
74-5583 Luhia St A20 (Kailua-Kona)
“Whether you’ve done it ten times or keep saying you will, Manta Ray Night Snorkel sets you up with lights, a snorkel board, and lifeguard-certified guides while Kona’s gentle giants swoop inches away. Go snorkel or opt for a two-tank dive if you’re certified and finally cross it off this week, local-style.”
Craving some swings without baking in the sun? Kona Golf Hale has full-bay simulators with advanced shot data and video replay so you can…
74-5606 Pawai Pl Bay 6 (Kailua-Kona)
“Craving some swings without baking in the sun? Kona Golf Hale has full-bay simulators with advanced shot data and video replay so you can actually groove that driver, then flip to real 18s, mini putt, and wild fantasy courses, plus a keiki-friendly multi-sport arcade.”
Sea Quest Hawaii runs intimate, small-group raft and snorkel adventures led by savvy local captains who mix marine know-how with real Kona…
78-7138 Kaleiopapa St (Kailua-Kona)
“Sea Quest Hawaii runs intimate, small-group raft and snorkel adventures led by savvy local captains who mix marine know-how with real Kona stories. This week, slip into sea caves, cruise lava tubes, and float above Kealakekua’s reefs… or glide at night while manta rays barrel roll below.”
From the Big Island newsletter, September 20, 2026
Rally the crew this week and hit KBXtreme for lanes that play like a party, an arcade that hits the nostalgia button, and a karaoke lounge…
75-5591 Palani Rd (Kailua-Kona)
“Rally the crew this week and hit KBXtreme for lanes that play like a party, an arcade that hits the nostalgia button, and a karaoke lounge with a deep songbook. Grab Hawaii-style comfort plates from Chubby’s Diner, then catch live shows or just settle into pure Big Island fun.”
HI Score is Kona's unlimited-play arcade fix, where you pay once and every machine is set to free play, no time limits, no card nonsense.…
77-6425 Kuakini Hwy Unit C-103 (Kailua-Kona)
“HI Score is Kona's unlimited-play arcade fix, where you pay once and every machine is set to free play, no time limits, no card nonsense. Bring friends, grab a mic in their HI Note Karaoke rooms, or plan a private party when you just need pure, screen-lit nostalgia.”
Friendly Activities is run by Michael, a Kona concierge with 22 years of vetting the island’s best adventures, from manta ray night…
75-5744 Ali‘i Dr #183 (Kailua-Kona)
“Friendly Activities is run by Michael, a Kona concierge with 22 years of vetting the island’s best adventures, from manta ray night snorkels and actual sailing at sunset to zip lines, fishing, and volcano tours. Got a free day this week, or visitors to entertain? Let him line it up.”
From the Big Island newsletter, September 12, 2026
Whether you’re dodging the coastal heat or just craving forest vibes, Makalei Golf Club delivers bentgrass greens, elevation from 1,800 to…
72-3890 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd (Kailua-Kona)
“Whether you’re dodging the coastal heat or just craving forest vibes, Makalei Golf Club delivers bentgrass greens, elevation from 1,800 to 2,850 feet, and scenic holes weaving past lava tubes, cinder cones, and a century-old stone wall. A legit local reset with real shot-making.”
From the Big Island newsletter, September 15, 2026
Rokoff Studio & Art Gallery has Alexander Rokoff’s original oils in Kona, one of a kind works collected worldwide and featured in American…
75-5744 Ali‘i Dr Suite 51 (Kailua-Kona)
“Rokoff Studio & Art Gallery has Alexander Rokoff’s original oils in Kona, one of a kind works collected worldwide and featured in American Art Collector and the Huffington Post. Think animals, landscapes, and the human form, plus custom commissions when that blank wall at home won’t quit staring.”
