The Arrival
After flying over the azure waters of the Pacific Ocean lapping at the seemingly untouched western shore, a sense of harmony between man and nature begins the moment you touch down on the Big Island of Hawai’i. The Kona International Airport, with its locally inspired, open-air structures, immediately lifts the spirits. The scenic drive to Pali Kai further soothes the mind, as a lush, tropical landscape—an uncommon scene on the western shore—is revealed. Fresh plumerias bloom, filling the air with an indescribable, captivating aroma. Kona sunsets mesmerize, creating a special moment each day when all who visit stop to honor the beauty of the island, gazing toward the sea.
The road to Pali Kai continues past the Kona coffee plantations, beloved cafés, eclectic local markets and plentiful fruit and flower stands. Vistas of green begin to blend with horizons of blue as the coast reveals itself, beckoning one to explore. Separate from the island’s more developed, populated resort areas lies an untouched land; one steeped in mystique and tradition, where Hawaiian royalty once thrived, enjoying the most perfect, year-round climate on earth. The 45-minute journey sets the scene for life at Pali Kai, where a warm, inviting arrival experience awaits.
