The stylish and modern Royal Sea Cliff Kona by Outrigger creates a laidback atmosphere for a family vacation. Choose from two outdoor pools: there’s a freshwater pool or a saltwater pool. Lounge for hours while kids play every pool game in their repertoire. When it’s time for lunch, have a family cookout thanks to the bbq grills. Sink into pure relaxation with a cleansing sit in the sauna. Check out the resort’s organized activities for adults such as lei making and hula dancing. If you’re into tennis, bring your racquet for a game or casual rally on the resort’s court. Or challenge the kids to a game of foosball or ping pong. Sometimes it’s nice to take a contemplative walk through the beautiful grounds with tropical gardens to the gazebo overlooking the blue sea from the atop a jet black lava rock cliff.

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by Outrigger features air-conditioned studio, one- and two-bedroom condo rentals that sleep two to six guests. The resort is just a short drive to Safeway, take a family field trip to stock up on groceries for your full kitchen. Back at the resort, bake up a batch of your famous fudge brownies and let the little ones assist. In-suite washer/dryers will definitely come in handy for post-chocolate cleanup. Throw in a load of laundry and enjoy the brownies while you catch a show on the Cable TV. Private lanais are perfect for enjoying a morning cup of coffee, or for watching the sunset at the end of the night.

You’re just one mile from shopping and dining in Kona and a quick trip to adventures at Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Visit Keauhou Shopping Village for unique shopping. Find new and used books for readers of all ages at Kona Stories. For contemporary casual apparel, check out Jams World. See the selection of Hawaiian Heritage Jewelry made by local artists at In the Tropics - Jewelry of the Pacific. Clint Sloan Galleries is known for their “works of heart.” The Farmers Market features more than forty vendors offering everything from fresh produce, Kona Coffee, locally made honey and flowers. You’ll also find tropical apparel and Aloha shirts. If you are visiting from Tuesday through Sunday, stop by the Kalona Salon & Spa for a relaxing massage, facial, nail treatment or even a haircut. The spa offers reflexology, Swedish, Reiki and deep tissue massages. Try a healing stone, hydration or purifying facial. Nail treatments include manicures and pedicures.