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Best Dining in Lanai

After three visits to Lanai, we’ve had a chance to dine at almost every restaurant on the entire island. For such a small island, Lanai’s chefs sure do cook up some great food. From local ono grindz to haute cuisine, Lanai has it all. I’ll share our favorite places to dine in Lanai organized by meal. BREAKFAST Hulopoe Court at Four Seasons Manele What a beautiful place to start the day with a yummy breakfast. We usually opt for the bountiful breakfast buffet, but their al a carte menu is a good option, too.

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Your Take: Favorite Songs of Hawaii

A few weeks ago, I asked you for your favorite songs from Hawaii to create the perfect playlist. Well, you really came up with some good ones! Your recommendations ranged from classic Elvis Presley and Don Ho tunes to artists with a Jawaiian-sound (mix of Reggae and Hawaiian styles). The most frequently mentioned artists were Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole, Hawaiian Style Band, John Cruz and Hapa . Whether you’re already a fan of Hawaii’s music or you’re looking for songs to set the mood for your upcoming Hawaii vacation, you’ll find a great collection is this list. Maui Chimes (Here”s a video of Jerry Byrd & Marty Robbins) Little Grass Shack (Here’s a video with the Don Ho version) Hukilau Song by Don Ho Pearly Shells/Tiny Bubbles by Don Ho Hawaiian Wedding Song by Elvis Presley ( YouTube video ) Ku’uipo by Elvis Presley ( YouTube video ) Blue Hawaii by Elvis Presley Rock-a-Hula Baby by Elvis Presley Aloha Oe by Don Ho Honolulu City Lights by Keola & Kapono Beamer ( YouTube video ) I Miss You, My Hawaii (Here’s the Na Leo Pilimehana version ) Kailua-Kona by Ho’aikane E Ala E by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole. Hawaii ’78 by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole Over the Rainbow/Wonderful World by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole White Sandy Beach by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole In This Life by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole Rambler by Ginger Baker Trio ( listen here ) Island Style by John Cruz – ( YouTube video ) Windward Skies by Ten Feet ( YouTube video ) Any song from master slack key guitarist Ledward Ka’apana. Patricia recommended the album Grandmaster Slack Key Guitar I Love Hawaii by Danny Couch Lanikai by Darren Beneitz Hanalei Moon by Dennis Pavao Blue Hawaiian Moonlight by Gabby Pahinui Welina Mai by Blaine Kai Kikau by Blaine Kai Ka Uluwehi O Ke Kai by Hapa He’eia by Hapa Manoa In The Rain by Hapa Hawaii 5-O theme by Hapa Live A Little by Hawaiian Style Band Rhythm of the Ocean by Hawaiian Style Band He Po Lani Makamae by Makaha Sons with Robi Kahakalau Ke Ali’i O Na Lani by Robi Kahakalua Ke Kali Nei Au (The Hawaiian Wedding Song) – Makaha Sons Live Aloha by Imua Hawaii Calls ( YouTube ) Let’s Go Around The Island by Elua Kane Aloha by Manao Company This is the Life by Kolohe Kai Tropical Baby by Brothers Cazimero Pokai Bay by Sean Na’auao Fish and Poi by Sean Na’auao Thanks for all your recommendations! I randomly selected winners of the two IZ CDs. Nikki Brown was our facebook winner and Desmond was our blog comment winner. © 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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Anuhea jams “Big Deal” acoustic style

“Big Deal” by Anuhea Lyrics: Daddy always told me Not to give my heart away To boys too soon, lay back and cruise Play the mouse and let the cat pursue So I never really do this But boy you seem so shy Let me make it easy To help you break the ice tonight [...]

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Ukulele Tutorial – Is This Love (Guting Style)

3 years overdue.

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Dim Sum: cantonese style

www.hawaii-aloha.com – Dim Sum -in hawai’i has a strong tradition and it’s not surprising since the custom originated in Canton, the region from which many Hawai’i immigrants came.These drawn-out meals — consisting of dumplings, baked treats, savories, snacks and, invariably, tea — are not taken alone.The name speaks to the connection between dim sum and [...]

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Listening to Hawaii Radio Stations Online

Whether you’re planning a trip to Hawaii or you’ve just returned from the islands, you’ll enjoy staying connected to Hawaii with Hawaiian music. Fortunately, these days, we have options to listen to Hawaiian music stations online. Here are some of my favorite Hawaii radio stations that play classic and contemporary Hawaiian music online. - Oahu: Hawaiian 105 KINE - Big Island: KAPA Hawaiian FM - Maui: KPOA 93.5 FM Hawaiian Music, Maui Style

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