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2026 Hawaii Island Highlights: Adventure, Events, Laws, & Hidden Gems! 🌴🌺
2026 Hawaii Island Highlights: Adventure, Events, Laws, & Hidden Gems! 🌴🌺
2026 Hawaii Island Highlights: Adventure, Events, Laws, & Hidden Gems! 🌴🌺
Explore the best of Kona with upcoming events, new state laws, and a spotlight on Da Whip! Plus, don't miss our Photo of the Week!
Kona Beat
Jan 5, 2026
Trivia Question❓Kailua-Kona, Hawaii is home to an annual event called the Ironman World Championship. What is the traditional big dance that competitors perform during the race? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Discovering Kona on Hawaii's Big Island is like entering a vibrant paradise, blending volcanic landscapes with crystal-clear seas.
Thanks to ongoing coral restoration initiatives in 2025, snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay now offers even richer marine encounters.
Picture yourself swimming with vibrant fish and sea turtles, enhanced by these eco-friendly advancements. Read More... |
Upcoming Events |
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Hawaii Island launches into 2026 with an exciting lineup of events in Kailua-Kona and Hilo, embracing community spirit and aloha.
Locals and tourists can join activities that strengthen bonds and celebrate island life.
In Kailua-Kona, residents address parking woes via community forums, aiming to reduce traffic and improve access downtown. Read More... |
Kimberly JuneDate: Jan 6
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As 2026 begins, Hawaii introduces new state laws aimed at enhancing environmental safeguards and daily living across the islands.
A key measure in Hawaii County prohibits feeding feral animals on public land to protect native species, such as the endangered nēnē goose.
Supporters highlight how this prevents disease transmission from stray cats to vulnerable birds, though it stirs controversy among animal enthusiasts. Read More... |
Business Spotlight |
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In the lively core of North Kona, Da Whip Sandos Bar shines as a top destination for exceptional sandwiches and breathtaking island vistas.
Nestled on the upper floor of a vibrant plaza close to key shopping areas like Costco, this beloved spot attracts patrons with its dedication to superior quality and community engagement.
Against the backdrop of ongoing initiatives such as coral reef restoration on the Kona coast, Da Whip enhances local allure by emphasizing health-focused meals. Read More... |
Photo of the Week |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: The traditional "big dance" that Ironman World Championship competitors perform during the race is the Hula. |