Kona is the sunny, dry leeward side of the Big Island — historic Kailua village along Aliʻi Drive, world-famous Kona coffee farms on the volcanic slopes, and some of Hawaii's best snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. It's a tender port with an easygoing beach-town feel and a deep layer of Hawaiian history at the Place of Refuge.
Kona is the dry, sunny opposite of rainy Hilo — perfect for the water. Since it's a tender port, allow time getting ashore, and don't leave without a cup of coffee grown on the hills right above you.
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