by Lux Living on March 13, 2010
Hulopoe Beach Park on Lanai is a wonderful part of this little island. Hulupoe is located on the south east coast of Lanai and is not too far from the Manele Bay boat landing, which is just below the luxurious Manele Bay Hotel Lanai Hawaii.
The Hulopoe Beach Park has a relatively steep shoreline, making it an ideal swimming spot. This lovely beach is also carpeted in beautiful golden sand.
Body boarding and surfing are several of the popular activities, along with snorkeling. Snorkeling is especially popular, due to the high number and variety of tropical fish that live in the area’s coral filled crystal waters. Of course for those who are a bit more adventurous, off-shore diving excursions are available.
The warm Pacific waters surrounding the park are also home to a thriving marine reserve. Because of this, fishing is restricted to only a simple hook and line from the shore. Due to the presence of this marine safe house.
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by Lux Living on March 8, 2010
You can find Malaekahana Bay on the northeastern coast of Oahu between Laie and Kahuku.
Malaekahana Beach is fairly secluded but offers visitors a long white-sand beach to enjoy.
Due to small crowds, Malaekahana Beach is perfect for beach walks, playing in the water, sports activities, and simply relaxing.
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by Lux Living on February 27, 2010
Here, at the Poipu Bay Resort Golf Course on Kauai, nature renown designer Robert Trent Jones Jr. have conspired to create a stunning venue for the star studded PGA Grand Slam of Golf.
A unique and unforgettable golfing experience awaits you – one that will bring every aspect of your game into fresh and thrilling focus.
Even the Golf Shop at Poipu Bay is rated as one of the finest in America… with a full line of Grand Slam and resort logo wear featured. The PGA Grand Slam is one of Golf’s most exclusive events.
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by Lux Living on February 15, 2010
The Hawaiian Lei is an image that most people associate directly to Hawaii. It’s a wonderful island greeting for arriving tourists as well as used by locals for many special occasions.
Be sure to treat yourself to one of the traditional single-strand leis, featuring beautiful, fresh local orchids. But what’s the history of the Hawaiian Lei?
The history of the lei dates way back to the time of ancient Hawaiians. They wore a variety of braided leaves, shells, native flowers, stones, feathers, and even bones to beautify themselves.
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by Lux Living on February 8, 2010
Photo by: Kristian Dowling/Getty Images – AsiaPac
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa will be returning to his Hawaii flagship restaurant, Nobu Waikiki at Waikiki Parc Hotel (Oahu, HI – www.waikikiparc.com) next week for a series of exclusive events that will provide individuals with rare insight on how he became a master chef.
The incredibly talented Chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, is known to the world simply as “Nobu”. Chef Nobu is the acclaimed and highly influential chef proprietor of Nobu, Matsuhisa and Ubon restaurants all over the globe.
During his visit he will be conducting an exclusive Art of Sushi & Sake Tasting Class on Thusday, February 11th. The class will provide participants a rare and unique glimpse into how Nobu creates his famed dishes. Students will be able to directly interact with Nobu in the kitchen for a truly memorable hands-on experience followed by lunch with the famous chef.
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by Lux Living on February 1, 2010
The luxury Shops at Wailea has become some of the most popular attractions in all of Maui.
This upscale shopping and dining complex is quickly becoming a flourishing tourism site. The Shops at Wailea opened for business in 2001 and has become a popular destination for Maui vacationers and locals.
The impressive, tropical complex boasts sixteen acres and more than fifty shops and restaurants for visitors to enjoy. There is a generous mix of local retailers as well as larger conglomerates that are well-known worldwide.
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by Lux Living on January 25, 2010
There’s a new venue in Honolulu that presents a unique experience for both visitors and locals.
The King’s Village Shopping Center and the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa recently invite the public to the new Friday evening Farmers’ Market and Changing of the Guard Ceremony at King’s Village Shopping Center.
King’s Village is located at 131 Kaiulani Avenue in Honolulu, Oahu. The exciting new event runs from 4 to 9 p.m. and includes the nightly Changing of the Guard Ceremony at 6:15 p.m. Admission is free.
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by Lux Living on January 18, 2010
Courtesy of: Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii
The luxury Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii – a AAA Four Diamond resort located on the Kohala Coast of the Island of Hawaii is delighted to announce the opening of Hale Kai Restaurant.
The Hale Kai Restaurant offers a family friendly, toes-in-the sand dining experience located just steps from the shoreline.
With a menu featuring ‘Ohana’ (Family) Plates of Grilled Shoyu Flank Steak, Kona Brew Battered Fresh Fish, and Jumbo Crab Cake served with Family Style Edamame and Green Papaya Slaw; this new beachside dining experience is perfect for value-seeking families.
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by Lux Living on January 11, 2010
Ciao Mein and The Colony restaurants in Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, located at 2424 Kalkaua Avenue, are offering a new signature series of wines available from Friday, January 15 through Thursday, April 15, 2010.
The classic varietals from the acclaimed Kenwood Vineyards in Sonoma County, California include the Jack London Vineyard 2005 Merlot ($56 per bottle, $14 per glass), the Jack London Vineyard 30th Anniversary 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon ($72 per bottle, $18 per glass), and the Yulupa Vineyard 2008 Chardonnay ($40 per bottle, $10 per glass).
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by Lux Living on January 4, 2010
Mahaulepu Beach is one of the best beaches found on Kauai. If you are looking to get away from the crowds, there’s no place better than the unspoiled and rugged beauty of Mahaulepu beach.
Located on the south side of Kauai, Mahaulepu Beach is one of the best-undeveloped coastal regions anywhere on the Hawaiian Islands.
Mahaulepu is a place of beautiful heritage. The undeveloped coast is a habitat for rare and endangered plants and animals.
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