Polynesian Cultural Center
Posted on February 29, 2008 - Filed Under Oahu, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
The Polynesian Cultural Center, which attracts 1 million visitors a year, is the state’s top paid visitor attraction. It has earned its reputation many times over.
Spread over 42 acres in La’ie on Oahu’s northeastern shore, the Cultural Center is a full-day experience with plenty to do and see for the entire family. For nearly 50 […]
Ala Moana Center’s Major Expansion
Posted on February 28, 2008 - Filed Under Oahu, Shopping | Leave a Comment
Five hundred lucky shoppers will enjoy delicious cocktails and desserts, as well as exclusive shopping at 16 new mall retailers before the rest of the state!
Ala Moana Center will celebrate the unveiling of its highly-anticipated 100,000 square-foot, two-level retail wing with Ala Moana Center’s Preview Shopping Night&Fundraiser hosted by HONOLULU Magazine. The event invites 500 […]
Guided Kayak Trips - Kailua Bay, Oahu
Posted on February 27, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Oahu | Leave a Comment
Enjoy a guided paddling tour that takes place on the calm-reef protected waters on Kailua Bay, Oahu. A trained Naturalist will guide you along this beautiful coastal area to several close offshore islets. Along the way, you will see our most important resident, the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle. Your guide, well-versed in Hawaiian history, marine life, and […]
Read More..>>Cruise Ship, Hawaii Island Hopping
Posted on February 26, 2008 - Filed Under Transportation | Leave a Comment
It’s hard to beat the Hawaiian Islands for a vacation. There’s plenty of sandy beaches, of course, at such a destination. But how about visits to Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial, the magnificent Punchbowl veterans’ cemetery, the surfing paradise of Oahu’s North Shore, the volcanoes of the Big Island of Hawaii, the gardens on […]
Read More..>>1959 Kilauea Volcano Eruption Video
Posted on February 25, 2008 - Filed Under Big Island, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
Hawaii is a tropical paradise, well known for the many beautiful beaches, palm trees and warm Pacific Ocean waters. But its active volcanoes captivates us all and 1959 was memorable.
On Hawaii’s Big Island, the Kilauea Iki eruption began on the morning of November 14, 1959, three months after a rapid increase in inflation of the ground surface and […]
The Plantation House Restaurant - Kapalua, Maui
Posted on February 21, 2008 - Filed Under Maui, Restaurants | Leave a Comment
I’ve had the pleasure of dining at The Plantation House Restaurant in Maui several times over the years. I always look forward to going there because the views are outstanding and the food is always wonderful. In my opinion, this is one of the best restaurants if not the best restaurant on Maui. When asked […]
Read More..>>Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort and Spa - Na Ho’Ola
Posted on February 20, 2008 - Filed Under Oahu, Spas | Leave a Comment
As they say right inside their brochure:
“From the crown of the head to the soles of the feet, and the four corners of the body”. It is an expression used in prayers of healing. The four corners of the body are the shoulders, hips and between them are the vital organs of the body.
As you […]
Buzz’s Wharf Restaurant - Ma’alaea Bay Harbor Delight
Posted on February 19, 2008 - Filed Under Maui, Restaurants | Leave a Comment
Looking for great food and a great view? Buzz’s Wharf Restaurant recently celebrated 40 years of operation, and is one of Maui’s oldest restaurants. As a landmark in Ma’alaea Bay Harbor, Buzz’s continues to greet and extend their ho’okipa (hospitality) to both newcomers and their loyal local and visitor clientele.
In 1967, Jerry & Eileen MacDonald […]
Kauai By Air - Jack Harter Helicopters
Posted on February 18, 2008 - Filed Under Kauai, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
If you ever take a helicopter ride in Hawaii, do so on Kauai. The majority of the most beautiful places, waterfalls, sea cliffs, and Mountain Waialeale itself can only be seen from the air. I recommend Jack Harter Helicopters but there are many other good choices.
Jack brought his first helicopter to Kauai in 1962. He […]
Kona Nigari - World’s Most Expensive Water
Posted on February 16, 2008 - Filed Under General | 1 Comment
Water is no more just water. People pay money for water every day, even though it’s free in the majority of places on Earth. So if we’re already paying for it and shelling out big bucks in some cases, why not pay a lot for it, right? Well that’s apparently the philosophy of the Japanese, […]
