For the second time this year, the Ellison Onizuka International Airport at Keahole had an unscheduled closure. And like the last time, it was due to runway cracking. Again. So, I don't know. Maybe avoid Kona Airport if you can? … [Read more...] about Maybe Avoid Kona Airport If You Can
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Kona Airport Had Another Unscheduled Closure
The decrepit state of the Hawai'i Island's busiest airport is becoming untenable. Not even a month after runways cracking forced the airport to close, Kona Airport had another unscheduled closure as crews worked to, ironically, make proactive repairs to avoid another unexpected closure. … [Read more...] about Kona Airport Had Another Unscheduled Closure
Large-Scale Disruptions at Kona Airport
Cracks in the sole runway are causing large-scale disruptions at Kona Airport. At this stage, little information is known, but as of this writing - 7:30 pm HST - the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport remains closed until further notice. … [Read more...] about Large-Scale Disruptions at Kona Airport
Outrigger Moves Ahead with Kona Resort Purchase
Last year, I reported that the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay would be leaving Marriott. The reason for the departure was the acquisition of the property by Hawaii-based Outrigger Hotels & Resorts. And though it seemed like the sell was off, Outrigger moves ahead with the Kona resort purchase. … [Read more...] about Outrigger Moves Ahead with Kona Resort Purchase
Southwest Flight 1470 Kona – Honolulu
For our flight back to Oahu, we flew Southwest Flight 1470. And while both flights were mostly the same, the ground experience was, well, drastically different. Not in a good way either, might I add. … [Read more...] about Southwest Flight 1470 Kona – Honolulu
Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Following our adventures at Big Island Bees, Mrs. Island Miler and I made our way back to Kona to get some Kona Cookies. Also, we got some lunch and did a little shopping at the KTA Super Store in Waikoloa. … [Read more...] about Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu – Kona
Being the aviation nut that I am, it's always fun trying new airlines. And, recently, I got to try a new-to-me airline for a quick mini-vacation. So, let's talk about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu - Kona service. … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu – Kona
Daylight Mind Coffee Company Dinner
Our Big Adventure Flight Review: Hawaiian Airlines Honolulu to Kona Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Skyline Eco Adventures Akaka Falls Akaka Falls Japanese Sweets at Two Ladies Kitchen Punalu'u Black Sand Beach Daylight Mind Coffee Company Dinner The drive back from Punalu'u Black Sand Beach to the Courtyard King Kam … [Read more...] about Daylight Mind Coffee Company Dinner
Courtyard by Marriott Kona Beach Hotel
Our Big Adventure Flight Review: Hawaiian Airlines Honolulu to Kona Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel For this short trip to the Big Island the wife and I had a busy schedule planned, so we weren't looking for a nice resort to stay at. Really, all we wanted was a comfortable, clean place to rest our heads with the creature … [Read more...] about Courtyard by Marriott Kona Beach Hotel