by Luxe Living on July 10, 2011
Duke’s Waikiki restaurant
Duke’s Waikiki on Oahu was named after legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Duke’s is a fun restaurant and lively bar, ideally located on Waikiki Beach.
The views from Duke’s Waikiki are amazing. Enjoy seeing surfers and the rolling waves of the Pacific Ocean, plus possibly the best views of world-famous Diamond Head.
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku was born in 1890 and died in 1968. To this day, the legendary surfer and swimmer, Duke Kahanamoku, is still considered as the greatest athlete in the history of the Hawaiian islands.
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by Luxe Living on July 2, 2011
Courtesy of: worldisround.com
On the Hawaiian island of Molokai, there is a wonderful coconut grove that was planted in the 1860′s by King Kamehameha V. King Kamehameha V. was nicknamed Kapuaiwa, and selected this particular site due to the seven sacred ponds located here.
The King ordered 1,000 tall, royal coconut palm trees to be planted on Molokai to represent each individual warrior in his mighty army, in addition to shading his sacred bathing pools of the ali’i (royalty).
The Kapuaiwa coconut grove is located on the south shore of Molokai, approximately 1.5 miles west of the town of Kaunakakai.
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by Luxe Living on June 27, 2011
Senator Fong’s Plantation & Gardens
Located on Oahu, plan a visit to the beautiful Senator Fong’s Plantation & Gardens.
Senator Fong’s Plantation & Gardens is a 700 acre, tropical garden that’s family owned. The lush gardens can be found at the base of Ko’olau mountain range in Kahaluu, Oahu.
Hiram L. Fong was proud to be the first Asian American elected to the U.S. Senate. Mr. Fong purchased the 700 acre plantation back in 1950.
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by Luxe Living on June 20, 2011
Polihua Beach – Lania, Hawaii
The Hawaiian island of Lanai is the smallest of Hawaii’s inhabited islands. Lanai measures approximately only 140 square miles, with a coastline of about 47 miles.
On the remote northern shore of Lanai, you will find scenic Polihua Beach.
About a mile and a half long, Polihua Beach is the longest white sand beach on the island of Lanai.
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by Luxe Living on June 13, 2011
Bernini Honolulu – Photo: We Heart Hawaii
I heard about this cute little restaurant from a friend, so four of us gave it a try one evening. We finally located it, and I must say, the exterior lighting and appearance of the eatery was very classy and attractive, (reminiscent of Taormina Sicilian Restaurant in Waikiki).
The interior is tastefully decorated as well, very upscale, and attractive. My only criticism of its interior decor and lighting would be to either get rid of the refrigerated display case and its bright fluorescent lighting immediately inside the entrance.
Or, if this display case is necessary, install some cool temp. incandescent lighting inside to highlight whatever you want to emphasize. The fluorescent lighting in the case wages a battle with the rest of the very classy lighting throughout the restaurant.
Now for the important topic — the food:
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by Luxe Living on June 12, 2011
Barack & Michelle Obama in Hawaii – AP
We are so happy you are thinking about visiting Hawaii. As you can see from the rest of this wonderful and informative site, Hawaii is a really beautiful place.
The Hawaiian islands, located in the Pacific Ocean are full of exciting things to do, plus beautiful and and breathtaking sites to see.
When many people think of Hawaii they obviously think of Hawaiian island’s natural beauty, its warm tropical climate, its warm waters and excellent ocean waves for both surfing and swimming.
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by Luxe Living on June 6, 2011
Duke Kahanamoku Beach
On Oahu, Kahanamoku Beach is located in front of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Fort Derussy.
Although everyone has heard of Waikiki Beach, it’s actually a two-mile stretch of white sand on Oahu’s southern coast and is comprised of nine individually named beaches.
Kahanamoku Beach can be found on the north end, adjacent to the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor and the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon.
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by Luxe Living on May 30, 2011
Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa
The Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa is a luxury condominium resort located on the eastern shore of Kauai, Hawaii.
Featuring a magnificent pristine oceanfront setting, the Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa is found on 12.6 acres between the historic Kauai towns of Kapa’a and Wailua.
Opened in late 2006, the Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa is an ideal choice for an ultimate home-away-from-home environment. This luxury property is perfect for both couples and families who are looking for a sophisticated, yet relaxing Hawaii escape.
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by Luxe Living on May 23, 2011
Kukui’s Restaurant – Kauai Marriott Resort
Kukui’s Restaurant is a relaxed, open-air restaurant that overlooks the lush poolside setting at the luxurious Kauai Marriott Resort on Kalapaki Beach.
Both resort guests as well as locals and other visitors can enjoy a casual meal while dining in a tropical setting.
Kukui’s Restaurant serves both breakfast and dinner. Breakfast is served between 6:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Monday to Saturday and from 6:30 am – 10:00 a.m. on Sunday.
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by Luxe Living on May 16, 2011
One of the best ways to see the lush Hawaiian island of Kauai is by sailing along its picturesque shores. Captain Andy’s offers one of the most popular Kauai Dinner Cruises – the Na Pali Sunset Dinner sail.
Captain Andy’s has been operational since 1980, and the company has rightfully earned a stellar reputation, offering a premier sailing service.
We had the pleasure of enjoying Captain Andy’s Na Pali Sunset Dinner sail. It’s an amazing, four hour tour on a luxury catamaran, that explores Kauai’s magnificent Na Pali Coast.
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