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HAWAII Kona coffee country and the unique Painted Church where columns form the trunks of painted palm trees. The Big Island produces 39 percent of the world's macadamia nuts and Kona is the only place in the US where gourmet coffee is grown commercially. It also has the world's largest anthurium and orchid flower industries. There are 20 golf courses on the Big Island, many with green fairways carved from ancient lava fields. Activities include fishing for marlin, a helicopter or small plane ride over red flowing lava and diving at night with giant manta rays. Getting around the Big Island is convenient and easy. The most popular mode of transport for international visitors is to hire a car and explore the island at leisure. There are also bus tours, shuttles and taxis. There are plenty of options when it comes to accommodation on the Big Island. From charming bed and breakfasts to hotels, condominiums, lodges and fivestar resorts, there's something to suit every traveller and budget. Aston Hotels & Resorts Big Island At Aston Shores at Waikoloa (pictured top left), choose from one- and twobedroom suites, as well as two-bedroom golf villas. Accommodations offer a fully equipped kitchen, television, in-room washer/dryer and private balcony or patio. Amenities include a swimming pool, jet spa, free tennis courts, barbecue area and fitness centre. Nearby Kings' Shops and Queens' Marketplace offer dozens of oneof-a kind boutiques and restaurants. The Aston Waikoloa Colony Villas (pictured top centre) are set within the exclusive sunlit Waikoloa Resort. Spacious and luxuriously furnished one-, two- and three-bedroom villas allow guests the freedom to relax in style or enjoy the property's recreational facilities including a pool, fitness centre and tennis court. Relax in spacious living areas and private lanai offering stunning views. Each villa is equipped with a gourmet kitchen with microwave and in-room washer/dryer. Aston Kona by the Sea (pictured top right) is an intimate condominium resort. All the one- and two-bedroom deluxe suites at Aston Kona by the Sea are spacious with fully equipped kitchens, in- room washer/dryer and your own private furnished balcony or lanai where you can admire spectacular sunsets. The large oceanfront swimming pool and jet spa are ideal for relaxing with a cool drink. There is easy access to a wide range of nearby attractions such as championship golf courses, public tennis courts, and the many charming boutiques and restaurants of historic Kailua-Kona town. Meeting facilities are available at the Beach Club offering two separate meeting spaces that can accommodate groups up to 52 with theatre-style seating. Tel: +1 808 924 2924 Email: info@astonhotels.com www.astonhotels.com 112 www.paradisesonline.com