Hawaii Travel and Weather

The Kona Inn has been around for many decades. Its once cozy rooms are now offices and shops, but the restaurant is still in business, and the views from the grounds are still unsurpassed. On this windy day with pounding surf it was fun to sit on the seawall and watch the roaring waves.

Kona Inn

It was windy and the surf was noisy and pounding, and the waves were crashing over the main road through the town of Kailua Kona on the Big Island. This water is usually gentle and quiet, but not this time around.

Kona Surf

Many years ago Kona was a sleepy little place, but it has grown in recent years and is now a favorite destination for those seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. The Big Island of Hawaii is, well, big, and offers a great variety of sights and adventures. I took this photo at the Sheraton.

Kona Sunset