The Island of Hawaii
(called The Big Island or Hawaii Island) is a volcanic island
in the Pacific Ocean and one of the eight main islands that comprise
the U.S. state of Hawaii. The Big Island is the largest island in
Hawaii. It is 4,038 square miles, and has 5 volcanoes, with one
still erupting. Hilo is the island's principal city. The Kona Coast
is the number one location to catch a Pacific Blue Marlin.
The Hawaiian Islands
stretch 1,500 miles across the central Pacific Ocean. It's comprised
of islands, islets, reefs, and rocks. Although, Oahu is the most
visited island, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island of Hawaii offers
rain forests, volcanoes, pounding surf, sandy beaches, and whale
watching opportunities.
Geography: 4,038
sq mi
Population: 158,400
Religion: Many Religions
Language: English,
Hawaiian is also spoken.
Currency: US Dollars
Time Zone: Hawaii Standard
Time Zone (HST)
Electricity: 110v
Entry Requirements:
Canadian residents must have a valid passport that is valid
for six months past the date of first entry into the United States,
and an onward or return ticket. Other countries, please check with
the U.S. Embassy or Consulate for detail entry requiremetns for
your nationality.
Getting There:
Flying Time to Honolulu (plus 49 minute flight to Hawaii) from: Los
Angeles: 5 hrs 35 min
New York: 11 hrs 30 min
Chicago: 9
hrs 10 min
Miami: 10 hr 15 min
Vancouver: 6 hrs 10 min
Toronto: 12
hrs 23 min
Major Attractions: Akaka Falls; tallest waterfall on the island. Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden . East Hawaii Cultural Center . Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park; comprising the active volcanoes Kilauea and Mauna Loa Hulihe'e Palace; a royal palace in Kailua-Kona Ka Lae, the southernmost point in the United States
Manuka State Wayside Park Mauna Kea Observatory; Mauna Kea Observatories . Nani Mau Gardens Onizuka Space Center; museum dedicated to the memory of Challenger
astronaut Ellison Onizuka . Pacific Tsunami Museum overlooking Hilo Bay . Pua Mau Place Arboretum and Botanical Garden . Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park . Sadie Seymour Botanical Gardens. University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens . World Botanical Gardens . Waipi'o Valley . Rainbow Falls State Park .
Travel
Seasons: Peak Season:
(1) December to April; (mid-Decmber - February)
(2) Accommodations are limited during Japan's 'Golden Week',
3 weeks beginning the last week in April.
(3) Mid-June to August, when a large number of families travel
during the summer, therefore the rates are less favorable Low Season: May to mid-June; September to mid-December
Climate:
Oahu experiences excellent year-round weather; The Big Island
of Hawaii is hotter, Molokai & Lanai are drier, Kauai
is wetter, and Maui is more windy.
Seasons:
Spring: Mar - May
Summer: June - August
Fall/Autumn: Sept - Nov
Winter: Dec - Feb
International
Travel Warehouse
Los Angeles, CA USA
Tel: 1.310.312.1116 info@itwusa.com
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Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
The Big Island, Hawaii, USA
Welcome to
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa!
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa, crowning an ancient lava
flow cascading into the serene waters along Hawaii's Big Island,
is a Hawaii hotel unlike any other. This oceanfront resort offers
everything from rejuvenating spa treatments in our open-air facilities
to our authentic luau that offers expansive views of the dramatic
Kona coastline.
Sheraton Keauhou
Bay Resort & Spa is perfect for your family vacation or Hawaii
honeymoon. The former playground of Hawaiian royalty, with Hawaii
Volcanoes National Park within a day's drive and diverse landscapes
at every turn, now beckons all those in search of genuinely unique
Hawaiian experiences.
Amenities
Attracts
leisure travelers and families with its recreational facilities
and proximity to golf and ocean activities.
Serenity on
Hawaiis leeward coast
Adjacent to
two golf courses
All 521 guest
rooms feature furnished lanais, wireless Internet, mini-refrigerators,
bathrobes, and Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Beds.
Ho'ola Spa
incorporates Hawaiian traditions into massage therapy, facials,
and body treatments
22-acre oceanfront
resort
Two spa tubs
Sandy-bottomed
children's pool
Dining options
include an open-air Hawaiian restaurant, a poolside grill, a
casual coffee shop
Twice-weekly
luaus
Keauhou Bay
is home to numerous manta rays, and guests can observe the creatures
at night from the terrace of the resort's Crystal Blue bar.
Guests can explore
the history of the region with trips to the Kona Historical
Society, the Kona Coffee Living History Farm, and the historic
towns of Kainaliu and Holualoa, all within a 20-minute drive
of the resort.
Sheraton Keauhou
Bay Resort & Spa offers an array of activities, and entertainment.
Golf -
driving range
Snorkeling
Swimming
Motor
boating
Sailing
Rowing
or canoeing
Pilates
classes/instruction
Tennis
Basketball
Scooter/Moped
Rentals
Horse
riding/rental
Helicopter/airplane
sightseeing
Boat launch
Whale-watching
Scuba
diving
Volleyball
Yoga classes/instruction
Running
track/path
Bicycle
rentals
Hiking/biking
trails
Parasailing
Fishing
Surfing/boogie
boarding
Waterslide
Golf nearby
Kona Country
Club Golf Courses
For nearly 40
years, the Kona Country Club has been welcoming golfers to Kona's
south coast. Offering two 18-hole courses, the Kona Country
Club, within steps of Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa,
will challenge the expert and prove manageable for the novice.
Golf clinics along with a driving range, chipping and putting
practice greens are available. Both courses offer quality turf
conditions yet each provide a dramatically different golfing
experience.
Children
and Family Activities
At Sheraton Keauhou
Bay Resort & Spa, we have a plethora of fun activities for
every age to ensure that all of our guests depart Hawaii's Big
Island with special memories of a very special place. Within
the resort, guests may select from:
Our Game &
Entertainment Room
Keiki Club Keauhou
Activity Center
The Children's
Sandy-Bottomed Pool Area
Keiki Club Keauhou
Daily Children's Program
Two Tennis Courts
(one which can be converted into a basketball court for pick-up
games)
Sand Volleyball
Court
The Manta Ray
Super Pool & Slide, our multi-level pools with waterfalls,
hidden grottoes, bridges, bubbling whirlpool spas, interactive
children's fountains and thrilling 200-foot-long lava tube waterslide.
Kamaha'o, The
Wondrous Myths of Hawaii Luau dinner & show (Mon/Wed/Fri
evenings).
Sheraton Keauhou
Bay Resort & Spa features four restaurants:
Kai Restaurant
From taste-captivating appetizers to robust meats and exquisitely
prepared fresh island fish to a finale of delectable dessert selections,
Kai is a restaurant you'll want to return to again and again,
whether for breakfast, brunch or dinner. Dinner served 6pm-9:30pm.
Manta
Ray Bar & Grill
From late morning through the early evening hours, Manta Ray Bar
& Grill is the gathering place poolside for light cuisine
and refreshing libations. From freshly made salads to sandwiches
and wraps, the food is perfect when spending a day in the tropical
sun or just looking for something to satisfy your cravings. Cold
beverages of every sort are available at this open-air location.
Thirst-quenching smoothies, cocktails, beers and an array of non-alcoholic
choices including soft drinks and juices means everyone can enjoy
the atmosphere. Bar open 10:30am-9:30pm daily. Food service from
11am-9:30pm daily. Nightly entertainment from 5:30pm-9:30pm.
Origins Luau
Luau-goers will sample traditional Hawaiian luau fare such as
roast suckling pig, poi (mashed taro root) and haupia (coconut
pudding). Tahiti's lime juice and coconut milk marinated fish
may appear at the table. New Zealand Maori rewena pararoa (potato
bread) might contribute to the culinary adventure. Other delectable
main dishes, freshly prepared vegetables, colorful greens, and
sliced tropical fruits found throughout the Pacific will ensure
that every diner finds a favorite among the bounty of foods. The
evening culminates with a grand finale performance on stage to
match the spectacular setting.
Crystal Blue
The destination of choice for adults from late afternoon to late
evening. The bar serves pupus (hors d'oeuvres) along with exotic
and traditional cocktails, premium wines by the bottle and by
the glass, and an international selection of beers. An array of
fruit juices, nonalcoholic tropical drinks, soft drinks and fruit
smoothies will add to the extensive list of refreshments.
Sheraton Keauhou
Bay Resort & Spa features 521 Guest Rooms, and Suites. Maximum
Occupancy includes four guests for each accommodation.
Deluxe
Mountain View Guest Room
One king or two double beds. Private, furnished lanai with views
of Hualalai Mountain. Contemporary island-style decor with light
woods and Hawaiian art. High-speed wireless Internet access (surcharge),
mini-refrigerator, video-game console (surcharge), in-room safe,
complimentary premium channels, and coffeemaker. Tiled bathroom
with granite vanity and bathrobes. Approximately 420 square feet
in size.
Deluxe Partial Ocean View Guest Room
One king or two double beds. Private, furnished lanai with partial
or angled ocean views. Contemporary island-style decor with light
woods and Hawaiian art. High-speed wireless Internet access (surcharge),
mini-refrigerator, video-game console (surcharge), in-room safe,
complimentary premium channels, and coffeemaker. Tiled bathroom
with granite vanity and bathrobes. Approximately 420 square feet
in size.
Deluxe
Ocean View Guest Room
One king or two double beds with plush-top mattresses and triple
sheeting. Private, furnished lanai with partial ocean views. Contemporary
island-style decor with light woods and Hawaiian art. High-speed
wireless Internet access (surcharge), mini-refrigerator, video-game
console (surcharge), in-room safe, complimentary premium channels,
and coffeemaker. Tiled bathroom with granite vanity and bathrobes.
Approximately 420 square feet in size.
Deluxe Ocean Front Guest Room
One king or two double beds. Private, furnished lanai with full
ocean views. Contemporary island-style decor with light woods
and Hawaiian art. High-speed wireless Internet access (surcharge),
mini-refrigerator, video-game console (surcharge), in-room safe,
complimentary premium channels, and coffeemaker. Tiled bathroom
with granite vanity and bathrobes. Approximately 420 square feet
in size.
Suites A
variety of Suites offer spacious, elegant accommodations with
all the amenities expected of a luxury resort. 10 suites range
in size from 600-900 square feet. Large open-air lanai with comfortable
outdoor seating ensure views of the Pacific Ocean's
azure waters can be fully enjoyed.
Presidential
Suite Deluxe Executive Suite Executive Suite
Room Amenities
Room amenities include Sheraton "Sweet Sleeper" Beds,
coffee maker & 100% Kona Coffee, cable channels, in-room safe,
iron/ironing board, bath robes (Kona Wing rooms), data port, wireless
high speed internet. Rollaways can be requested for a fee. Cribs
are complimentary.
As the historical
playground of Hawaiis royalty, Keauhou has long been known
as a place to rejuvenate and revitalize the spirit. This tradition
of healing is nurtured at Ho'ola Spa. The Hawaiian word, ho'ola,
means to heal. The design of the new facility makes use of the
resorts natural surroundings and tranquil environment overlooking
the sea. Hawaiis unique cultural and healing traditions
are incorporated into services such as massage, facial and other
body treatments.
There
is no other perfect paradise for your ideal wedding than here
at the beautiful Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort where we unite memories
with Aloha.
Keauhou, which
means a new beginning, is the name of a very special
place here in paradise we call home. A picture perfect inlet reaches
out into the cobalt blue of the Pacific Ocean to form the location
of the world famous Keauhou Bay.
Start your new
lives together in Keauhou at a spectacular ocean side chapel with
an emerald green velvet lawn, and shining white gazebo.