Paddle with majestic manta rays at this exclusive Pacific island hideaway
The property has just emerged from a renovation.
If you're looking for a hideaway that offers the best of Hawaii, it's hard to look past Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa.
Located on the Big Island, with sweeping ocean views, the nine-hectare property has just emerged from a $US60 million ($89 million) renovation.
Kids will love the resort's ocean-facing lagoon-style pool, complete with 60-metre-long winding waterslides, while adults will delight in the property's signature experiences, which range from a cultural tour of local villages to a Polynesian dance and fire ceremony that can be enjoyed over dinner.
Adventure-lovers will be in seventh heaven, too. Swim, dive, fish or kayak to explore the coastline, or sign up for the a night-time snorkelling session which will have you swimming next to majestic manta rays.
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Oh, and did we mention 511 beautiful rooms and suites? Our pick would be the Club Oceanfront room, which gives you access to the Voyager 47 Club Lounge, with complimentary breakfast, and evening drinks and snacks.
Explore more: outrigger.com
Akash is the Deputy Travel Editor for Australian Community Media. He has lived and worked in four cities around the world – Sydney, London, New Delhi and New York – and, at last count, travelled to 42 countries.
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