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Aloha 4th of July
You'll get a bang out of watching fireworks in Hawaii. I’m excited that this Aloha Friday is leading us to a long July 4th weekend. I hope you have a fantastic July 4th wherever you are. If you happen to be in Hawaii for the Independence Day holiday, see these links to find out where to celebrate and watch fireworks: Oahu Fireworks & Celebrations Kauai Fireworks & Celebrations Hawaii’s Big Island Fireworks & Celebrations Maui Fireworks & Celebrations Happy Aloha Friday and July 4th! © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
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Friday, July 2, 2010
You'll get a bang out of watching fireworks in Hawaii. I’m excited that this Aloha Friday is leading us to a long July 4th weekend. I hope you have a fantastic July 4th wherever you are. If you happen to be in Hawaii for the Independence Day holiday, see these links to find out where to celebrate and watch fireworks: Oahu Fireworks & Celebrations Kauai Fireworks & Celebrations Hawaii’s Big Island Fireworks & Celebrations Maui Fireworks & Celebrations Happy Aloha Friday and July 4th! © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: June 17, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Today’s news features two festivals, a Big Island restaurant deal and a baby dolphin. What a winning combination! * Need a good reason to go to Maui next week? How about making plans to attend the 29th annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival ? It’s a four-day culinary extravaganza that I really, really, really want to attend someday. Since I can’t go this year, I think you should go and then tell me all about it. Here’s where to order tickets for the events. * Hawaii Island Festival – 30 Days of Aloha begins on August 28th. The festival will celebrate the Big Island’s cultural traditions and aloha spirit. See this link for the schedule of events. * The CanoeHouse restaurant at the Big Island’s Mauna Lani resort offers a very nice prix fixe menu of three courses for $49 per person. To get the deal, you need to be seated between 5:30 and 6:00pm and order from this menu . * Enter to win a 3-night vacation to Waikiki including airfare for two and some other perks from Sea Life Park Hawaii. They’re offering this giveaway to name and celebrate the arrival of a new baby dolphin. See this link to enter . © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: June 17, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Today’s news features two festivals, a Big Island restaurant deal and a baby dolphin. What a winning combination! * Need a good reason to go to Maui next week? How about making plans to attend the 29th annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival ? It’s a four-day culinary extravaganza that I really, really, really want to attend someday. Since I can’t go this year, I think you should go and then tell me all about it. Here’s where to order tickets for the events. * Hawaii Island Festival – 30 Days of Aloha begins on August 28th. The festival will celebrate the Big Island’s cultural traditions and aloha spirit. See this link for the schedule of events. * The CanoeHouse restaurant at the Big Island’s Mauna Lani resort offers a very nice prix fixe menu of three courses for $49 per person. To get the deal, you need to be seated between 5:30 and 6:00pm and order from this menu . * Enter to win a 3-night vacation to Waikiki including airfare for two and some other perks from Sea Life Park Hawaii. They’re offering this giveaway to name and celebrate the arrival of a new baby dolphin. See this link to enter . © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...What to do in Honolulu/Oahu Memorial Day 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
National Memorial Cemetary of the Pacific (Punchbowl) Whether you’re a visitor to Oahu or an island resident, you’ll find plenty to do this Memorial day in Honolulu. Here are some suggestions of how to honor the day in meaningful ways: Visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific , also known as Punchbowl. This peaceful and somber site is a must visit in my opinion. On Memorial Day, Boy Scouts place a lei on each grave. If you can time your visit for 8:30 a.m. Monday, May 31, you can catch the 61st annual Mayor’s Memorial Day Ceremony. In addition to the impressive memorial, you’ll also find an tremendous view of Honolulu.Parking will be limited during the ceremony. (See our photo set from various visits to Punchbowl.) See the Arizona Memorial – Though there aren’t any specific events, visiting this memorial is certainly a worthy way to honor Memorial Day. I highly recommend that you get there early in the morning. Be prepared for your visit by reading Visiting the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor . Tour the USS Missouri - This retired battleship is also known as the Mighty Mo and also makes a great place to visit to honor the day. See my article with advice for touring the Mighty Mo . See the Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor - This museum showcases aircraft that has been important to the US military history. See the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park in Pearl Harbor – The USS Bowfin was an attack vessel in WWII. The Bowfin was dubbed the Pearl Harbor Avenger. See the annual Lantern Floating Ceremony at Ala Moana Beach Park. “The ceremony remembers those who gave their lives in conflict, allows for reflection on the memories of loved ones and dedicates prayers for a peaceful and harmonious future. Just as the waters of the Pacific merge with each ocean, the wish for peace and happiness extends from Hawaii across the globe.” This event will be held Monday, May 31, 2010 at 6.30 p.m. on Magic Island at Ala Moana Beach Park. For more information see this link. Here’s a short YouTube video describing the significance of lantern floating. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Hawaii in High Definition with Polarized Sunglasses
Monday, February 22, 2010
If you don’t already have a pair of polarized sunglasses, do yourself a favor and get some to bring on your Hawaii vacation. They really do make a difference. You know the phrase, “Sometimes you don’t know what you don’t know”? Well that was the case with me until I had a chance to try polarized sunglasses for myself. Andy had a pair of polarized glasses and I noticed that sometimes he’d make comments about things he could see, but I couldn’t. Then Andy would let me try on his polarized glasses and I could see what he was seeing. Wow, what a difference! Polarized sunglasses are perfect for Hawaii because they cut down on the glare of the sun on the ocean and sand. When the glare is removed, you are able to see a greater depth of colors. Sometimes, polarized sunglasses help you see into the water, making coral and fish visible. Another advantage of polarized sunglasses is that it prevents your eyes from getting fatigued. So when you’re out driving and sightseeing, not only are you able to see more without glare, your eyes aren’t getting tired. The image below illustrates the difference between standard vision and polarized vision. (Image credit to 2020mag.com ). Quite a difference, eh? I think it’s a little bit exaggerated, but not too much. So, where do you purchase polarized sunglasses and how much do they cost? I’ve noticed that polarized sunglasses have become more widely available – even within the last year. I’ve found them at discount stores like Walmart and Target for under $20. I purchased mine from my local REI store on sale for less than $30. Designer glasses are more widely available in men’s styles. I’ve shopped for ladies designer glasses and the selection is very, very slim. When you are shopping for polarized glasses look for a sticker or tag that says they’re polarized. If it’s daytime when you are shopping, test glasses by looking though a window or around any surface that might reflect a glare. Have you tried polarized sunglasses? Are you a fan of them, too? Find more tips on what to pack for your Hawaii vacation . Please help us make Go Visit Hawaii even better by taking our quick reader survey . Your opinion matters. Mahalo! © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Kilauea sends lava through subdivision, surf’s up, lawmakers advance casinos, fireworks and legal marijuana, but snuff out cigarettes, more state news
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Fires are burning on the Big Island of Hawaii as a surge of lava pulses down slope through as many as six tubes, threatening the last remaining home in a neighborhood scorched by lava flows. Lava from Kílauea volcano once again has oozed through the mostly abandoned Royal Gardens subdivision, covering portions of the small open areas untouched by previous flows. A high surf warning is in effect for north and west facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu and Molokai as well as north facing shores of Maui and west facing shores of the island of Hawaii. The warning is posted through 6:00 PM Thursday. Marijuana could be sold legally and have its own tax under a proposal approved Tuesday by a state Senate committee. Two state House committees on Tuesday killed a bill to allow customers to smoke in certain bars. A bill that could lead to casinos on Hawaiian Home Lands passed out of the state House Judiciary Committee, while a separate measure that would allow a single casino on O'ahu also advanced yesterday. Prospects for a statewide ban on fireworks dimmed yesterday after a state Senate committee chose to give counties the ability to opt out. Natural disasters were considered "low-probability events" four years ago when planning began here on a hazard preparedness training program, observed University of Hawaii professor Karl Kim. Spending and visitor arrivals for the Honolulu Marathon have remained at a good pace, with participants spending more than $100 million for the fifth year in a row, despite the tourism industry languishing in a cool-down period. Residents hoping to visit the incredible natural wonders around the Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay will soon need to apply for a free permit from the state to land their kayaks. Statistics about infant health and mortality can be a weathervane when it comes to predicting future trends in the health of the general population, a state health official says. Honolulu real estate developer and broker Chris Lau has been appointed commissioner to sell the Makena Beach and Golf Resort, which was foreclosed last year. The auction probably will be scheduled for April. A trio of bills that could go a long way toward curtailing unintended land uses and promoting agriculture on the Garden Isle have piled up on the Kaua‘i County Council’s to-do list.
Continue reading...Hawaii Vacation In January? Don’t Miss These Local Events.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
If you are traveling to Hawaii in January, here are a few annual local events for you to consider adding to your itinerary. The Ka Moloka’i Makahiki (Ancient Hawaiian Games) is celebrated in the Kaunakakai Town Baseball Park & Mitchell Pauole Community Center on the island of Moloka’i. Every year around, January 21, you can enjoy [...]
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Maui New Year’s Eve 2009/2010
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Headed to Maui for the holidays? If you’ll be there for New Year’s Eve this year, you’ll find some special events to welcome in 2010. * Pride of Maui offers a special New Year’s Eve cruise that includes desserts, open bar, live music, and midnight champagne toast to enjoy while watching fireworks. See Pride of Maui for more information. * The Pacific Whale Foundation offers a New Years Eve premium dinner cruise. Live Hawaiian style entertainment and a four-course dinner are included on this two-hour excursion. See this link for more information. * Wailea is the place to be for fireworks. Check out the fun New Year’s Eve event Under the Stars Casino Night at the Grand Wailea. The event includes live music, dessert buffet, casino games, champagne toast and fireworks. See this link for more information. In addition to those listings, you’ll find that most every resort will offer a special New Year’s Eve menu and/or party. Check directly with the concierge of your resort for their special New Year’s Eve events. While you’re in Maui, start practicing the phrase Hau’oli Makahiki Hou , which is the Hawaiian way to say Happy New Year. It’s pronounced, “how-oh-lay ma-ka-hee-key ho”. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
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