Logistics

  • The Big Island has two main airports: Kona and Hilo. We recommend flying into Kona (KOA), which is about 40 minutes from Kamuela. Kona receives direct flights from several mainland cities, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Chicago, Denver, and Phoenix, with carriers such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, United, American, and Southwest. If a direct flight isn't available from your city, Honolulu (HNL) is the most common connecting hub, with short inter-island flights to Kona via Hawaiian Airlines.

  • Rental cars are highly recommended, as the island is large and public transportation is limited.

    Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty are all options at Kona International Airport (KOA). See here for their phone numbers and hours.

  • We’re reserving a block of rooms at the Westin Hapuna Beach. If you would like to book a room in the block, watch this space for a QR code that will lead you to the booking page. In the meantime, contact Jack or Mary with any questions.

    If you’re looking to stay at a different hotel, we recommend staying at one of the many resorts in Waikoloa and Mauna Lani. Waikoloa has the Marriott and the Hilton, and Mauna Lani has the Auberge and the Fairmont.

  • There are a ton of options when it comes to rental housing. Homes and condos in Mauna Lani will be the closest to the wedding venue and near the water. Waikoloa is about 10 minutes from the venue and near the water as well. Waikoloa Village is up the hill, but offers a better value than most places in Waikoloa or Mauna Lani.

    If you’re looking to group up with other wedding guests and share a rental house, let us know! We can match people up where possible.

  • Some of our favorite restaurants…

    • Meridia @ The Westin Hapuna Beach

    • Copper Bar @ Mauna Kea

    • Hau Tree @ Mauna Kea

    • Fish and the Hog

    If you’re looking for groceries, try KTA in Waikoloa Village, Foodland in Mauna Lani, or Foodland in Waimea. You can also check out Island Gourmet in Waikoloa, but it’s a bit more expensive with a limited selection.

  • In addition to the wedding festivities, there’s plenty to do on the Big Island

    • Volcanoes National Park

    • Manta Night Dive or Snorkel

    • Snorkeling @ Kealakekua Bay

    • Driving to Mauna Kea Summit (Need a 4×4!)

    • Whale Watching

  • We are not registering for gifts. In lieu of gifts, we ask that guests consider sharing their favorite recipe (food, drink, dessert) with us. Please consider handwriting – we are excited to compile these into a recipe book to keep in our home.