by Editor on September 29, 2008
With an open air view of Waikiki Beach, casual, yet romantic, elegant dining, and fantastic Island cuisine on the menu, we headed on over for a sunset dinner at the Ocean House Restaurant.
The Ocean House Restaurant is located in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach, which is in the final phase of a $110m transformation, [...]
by Editor on September 26, 2008
Incredible Waimea Canyon on the Garden Isle of Kauai Hawaii, was nicknamed by Mark Twain as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.”
But many a tourist has taken the winding 10-mile trip to the Waimea Canyon Lookout and has said the canyon in Arizona should be renamed the “Waimea Canyon of North America.”
Unlike its more famous [...]
by Editor on September 24, 2008
This elegant sushi restaurant, Sushi Sasabune in Honolulu, is tucked away among nondescript shops along a very busy street, is one of the marvels of the edible world.
Called the Sushi Nazi, chef-owner Seiji Kumagawa, handsome and impenetrable as Toshiro Mifune in “Rashomon,” runs his sushi bar as chef’s choice only. (If you sit at a [...]
by Editor on September 22, 2008
Dedicated beach-lovers head to Kauai for some of the most beautiful and scenic beaches in Hawaii. Kauai beaches comprise more than 140 miles of sandy shores, more than any island in Hawaii.
Along the coastline visitors will find more than forty Kauai beaches to choose from creating unrivaled options in the chain of islands. The peacock [...]
by Editor on September 19, 2008
Iolani Palace, located in downtown Honolulu on Ohau Hawaii, is the only royal palace in the United States. It was constructed as seat of the government in 1882 by King David Kalakaua and his wife Queen Kapiolani.
It would be quite worth your while to visit America’s only royal palace (some would even be surprised with [...]
by Editor on September 17, 2008
Kauai’s Shipwreck Beach on Keoniloa Bay is one of the largest expanses of beach in the Poipu area. The eastern portion of Poipu Kai Resort fronts Shipwreck Beach. Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa is immediately adjacent to Poipu Kai Resort and also fronts Shipwreck Beach.
Shipwreck Beach, also known as Keoniloa Beach. The first name was [...]
by Editor on September 15, 2008
It’s only fitting that such an elegant venue as the Maui Prince Hotel should have a first-rate Japanese restaurant, and in Hakone, it certainly does. Hakone offers a fine dining experience with quiet elegance, proper service and notable sushi.
Designed with Zen spareness—blond woods, lots of white, generously spaced tables and a beautifully laid-out sushi bar—Hakone [...]
by Editor on September 12, 2008
The spectacular Na Pali Coast is the rugged coastline on the north-west shore of Kauai, Hawaii’s oldest inhabited island. It is part of the Nā Pali Coast State Park which encompasses 6,175 acres (20 km2) of land and is located on the northwest side of Kauai. The park established to protect the Kalalau Valley.
Along with Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali [...]
by Editor on September 10, 2008
On the island of Kauai, there are many excellent beaches to explore from Poipu Beach. Poipu Beach encompasses several beaches lining cloistral coves, gentle waves and clear, blue skies.
Brennecke’s Beach is an extension of Poipu Beach Park offering many things to do for everyone. It has amazing sand and is fairly uncrowded.
Brennecke’s Beach is famous for their boogie boarding and [...]
by Editor on September 8, 2008
Yum Cha Asian Fusion Eatery, winner of Honolulu Magazine’s coveted Hale ‘Aina Silver Award for Best New Restaurant. Here …. East meets West.
Yum Cha translates into “drink tea” — a healthy and habitual aspect of Chinese cuisine.
Yum Cha offers a captivating mix of food and drink. Delight in a blossoming tea or sip a ginger [...]