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Waikiki Beach Vacation 3 Nights $755
Waikiki, Oahu Travel Deal Outrigger Reef on the Beach 3 Nights From $755 pp,do Promo Code:PLWS Waikiki, Oahu Travel Package Includes complimentary Internet access, complimentary calls to the Continental U.S. and Canada PLUS Kids 17 & younger stay FREE. Call 1-800-330-8820 to book your Waikiki, Oahu Travel Package or click here for reservations . Special subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions. Valid for travel thru 9/27/10-12/6/10 TravelWizard.com: Specialists in the Art of Travel: Call 1-800-330-8820
Continue reading...The great debate: Hannemann v Abercrombie, and other news from all the Hawaiian Islands
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Former U.S. Rep. Neil Aber- crombie and former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Han- nemann clashed last night in the last televised debate before the Democratic primary for governor, a substantive and mostly positive encounter that forced both candidates to defend their records. Star-Advertiser. Neil Abercrombie and Mufi Hannemann threw zingers at each other for 90 minutes at the final debate to be televised statewide before the Sept. 18 Democratic gubernatorial primary. Associated Press. The race for governor kicks up a notch.
Continue reading...Fat government at Honolulu Hale, gubernatorial hopefuls talk health care, Recktenwald hearing smooth, body scanner coming to Honolulu airport, …
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Honolulu's work force grew 5 percent during Mayor Mufi Hannemann's tenure, but the total spent on salaries ballooned 32 percent, according to an analysis by Civil Beat. Civil Beat. Hawaii's top Democratic gubernatorial candidates on Wednesday delved into the heavy-duty policy realm of health care, taking different approaches on how they would improve its delivery to island residents. Associated Press. Democratic candidates for governor Neil Abercrombie and Mufi Hannemann went head to head on healthcare at a forum Wednesday afternoon. KHON2. Hawaii is facing the same health care problems sweeping the rest of the United States. KITV. There were two big endorsements for Democratic gubernatorial nominee Mufi Hannemann. KITV . The Senate Judiciary Committee chairman indicated yesterday he's inclined to support chief justice nominee Mark Recktenwald, who received overwhelming praise during a hearing yesterday on his appointment to lead the state's third branch of government. Star-Advertiser Associate Justice Mark Recktenwald went before the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday to describe his judicial philosophy and explain to members of the panel why he should become Hawaii's fifth chief justice. KHON2. Candidates for public office running as nonpartisans say the system is rigged against them. Tribune-Herald. Kauai Democrats have gone to Circuit Court to try to remove a Republican state House candidate from the September primary ballot, arguing that the state GOP should not have been allowed to field the candidate as a replacement after another Republican withdrew just before the filing deadline in late July. Star-Advertiser. After 37 long years of waiting for Hawaiian homestead land, Judy Caparida still has a smile on her face. Molokai Dispatch. "When they brought us into port, they asked, 'Why did you want to enter Israel illegally," recalled Ann Wright. "We said, 'We did not want to come here. You boarded us seventy miles offshore in international waters and outside your self-declared security zone. We did not want to come to Israel. You kidnapped us and brought us here.'" Big Island Weekly. Hawaiian Airlines says its new nonstop route between Hawaii and South Korea will start Jan. 12. Associated Press. Honolulu International Airport is set to receive an all body scanner. Hawaii News Now. The Maui Planning Commission lent its support Tuesday to a two-year-old plan to expand the Hana Landfill from 29 to 74 acres and add two improvements intended to monitor and mitigate the potential pollution of the nearby ocean. Maui News. It's looking more likely Gov. Linda Lingle will run out of time before deciding whether to approve the city's planned $5.5 billion elevated commuter rail project. Star-Advertiser. Hawaii’s senior senator is imploring Governor Linda Lingle to get behind rail transit, or risk losing more than $1.5 billion in federal money. KHON2 Maui County Council Member Sol Kaho'ohalahala said Tuesday that he packed suitcases, boxes and coolers with his belongings and began moving them to Lanai when he made the decision to change his residency back to the island in July of 2008. Maui News. Puna Councilwoman Emily Naeole-Beason's attorney responded Tuesday to a criminal complaint filed against her by her estranged husband. West Hawaii Today. The Maui County Council voted 7-1 Tuesday to give initial approval to a compromise bill aimed at getting condominium owners to pay the correct property tax rate on their units. Maui News. With roughly 30 days left in his current contract, Kaua‘i Police Chief Darryl Perry said Wednesday that he wants to continue serving the county. Garden Island. The Shells Restaurant at the Sheraton Kaua‘i was sold-out as friends and parishioners of the Koloa Missionary Church filled the restaurant to wish Pastor Niles Kageyama and his wife Aileen a happy retirement, Saturday. Garden Island. If you’ve ridden your fair share of waves, then you know Duke Kahanamoku’s story: a full-blooded Hawaiian born on August 24, 1890, and raised in Waikiki, with a natural affinity for the ocean. Hawaii Reporter. Police have arrested a man authorities believe is responsible for starting the large brush fire that has closed much of Saddle Road since Sunday morning. Tribune-Herald.
Continue reading...Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: August 26, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Let’s check out what the surf is serving up today. * The 2010 Duke’s Oceanfest is in action at Waikiki Beach. You can watch the live surfing action online at this link . Here’s a link to the Thursday schedule of events . (Hat tip to Nancy Daniels of Outrigger) * Quite a few Hawaii airfare sales have been popping up in the last couple of days. Here’s a sampling of what I’ve found: Portland to “All Islands” – $288 roundtrip plus taxes and fees on Hawaiian San Diego to “All Islands” – $388 roundtrip plus taxes and fees on Hawaiian San Jose, San Francisco and Oakland to “All Islands” -
Continue reading...You and Duke Surfing the Web
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
When you visit Waikiki, you’ve got to see the Duke Kahanamoku Statue honoring the memory of one of Hawaii’s greatest athletes and surfers. The handsome statue is the focus of one of Honolulu’s live webcams . Here’s a fun vacation idea for you. Email the webcam link to your friends and family. Then when you visit the statue, call them from your mobile phone and ask them to open the link. They’ll see you there enjoying the scene, but try not to make them too jealous that you’re in Waikiki Beach. See this post for more about this statue and where to find it: Duke Kahanamoku Statue in Waikiki . © 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...Aloha Friday Photo: Kuhio Beach Sunrise
Friday, August 13, 2010
Today’s photo was supplied by Go Visit Hawaii facebook community member, Hank Miller. He took this photo at sunrise at Kuhio Beach which is a section of Waikiki Beach. I think there’s a lot to appreciate in this photo. With the sky coming to light, thoughts of
Continue reading...Gubernatorial candidates spar at Waikiki forum, RIMPAC expanding, environmental laws weakening, A&B revenues strengthening, more news from all of…
Friday, July 30, 2010
As the biennial Rim of the Pacific exercise wraps up this weekend, the U.S. Navy is already preparing for expanded exercises in the future. West Hawaii Today. The state is proposing changes to the current environmental assessment law that could prevent the public from having a voice in future projects, including ones involving invasive species control and eradication. KHON2. Former U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie, in one of his sharpest critiques of his opponent in the Democratic primary for governor, described former Mayor Mufi Hannemann last night as a candidate of the status quo. Star-Advertiser. For the first time since both officially entered the race for governor, Neil Abercrombie and Mufi Hannemann shared the same stage at a candidates' forum. KHON2. Democratic rivals Neil Abercrombie and Mufi Hannemann laid out their platforms for economic development and tourism at a forum sponsored by the Waikiki Neighborhood Board. Hawaii News Now. An analysis of state House and Senate races suggests Hawaii's Republicans will remain in the wilderness following the 2010 elections. But some contests against Democrat opponents will be competitive, as will several Democratic primaries. Civil Beat. The Hawaii County Council chairman has received nearly $7,000 in taxpayers' money to spend on a re-election campaign he cannot lose. Tribune-Herald. A top state Department of Transportation official asked residents Wednesday to support the agency's proposed six-year, $4 billion highways modernization plan, aimed to target backlogged road projects. West Hawaii Today. A federal judge's order has delayed shipment of Oahu's municipal trash to a landfill in Washington state for at least a month. Star-Advertiser. The state Department of Education is laying off about 40 clerical staff workers as part of an effort to save $142 million in the coming school year. Hawaii News Now. Today and Friday public school teachers will be on their first two furlough days of the 2010-11 school year, the teachers union said. Maui News. Hawaii leaders are planning to turn next year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference into a tourism marketing opportunity, showcasing the islands' beauty and its ability to host businesses. Associated Press. The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) will be a gathering of world leaders in Honolulu next year. It will be one of Hawaii's most important conventions ever held. A new committee has been created to help with the organizational preparations. Hawaii News Now. Plans are underway to showcase Hawaii to the world during next year's APEC meeting in Honolulu. KHON2 . A jump in methamphetamine-related arrests on Oahu and a significant increase in positive results in workplace drug tests statewide suggest a surge in meth use -- even by people trying to find jobs in Hawaii's struggling economy. Star-Advertiser. Two more candidates on Thursday entered the race for Honolulu mayor. KITV. Councilman Donovan Dela Cruz on Thursday announced he is dropping out of the race for Honolulu mayor to run for the state Senate instead. KITV. The County Council approved Wednesday a controversial bill that allows owners of transient vacation rentals on agricultural lands to apply for non-conforming use permits as long as their operations meet certain criteria. Garden Island. Efforts to change how Maui County council members are elected – replacing at-large elections with nine single-member districts -- stalled this month as council members opted to delay a decision until next year. Molokai Dispatch. Evildoers beware; 40 electronic eyes are being installed in downtown Hilo, Kailua-Kona, Pahoa and at Akaka Falls State Park. Tribune-Herald. Maui County welcomed 1,068,804 visitors in the first six months of 2010. Maui News. Alexander & Baldwin Inc. is reporting net income for the second quarter of $28.9 million, compared to $12.6 million in the second quarter of 2009. Associated Press. For a limited time, SOS Metals Recycling is offering free vehicle recycling. Lahaina News. Collectively, they tallied more than 146 years with the Honolulu Star-Bulletin, long enough to outlast the newspaper that chronicled Hawaii history for 128 years. Star-Advertiser.
Continue reading...Moana Surfrider 3 nights with air $955
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Hawaii Travel Deals - Waikiki Beach Hotel Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa 3 nights from $955 pp,do Promo Code:TIWS Hawaii Vacation Package Prices are Per Person and Include: • Roundtrip non-stop airfare from LAX on United • Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers • 4-night hotel accommodations • Hotel tax and service charges Call 1-800-330-8820 to book your Waikiki Beach Vacation or click here for reservations . Special subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions. TravelWizard.com: Specialists in the Art of Travel: Call 1-800-330-8820
Continue reading...Aloha Phriday Photo: Waikiki Shore Break Edition
Friday, July 16, 2010
Let me tell you, my friend, Dave, from Oahu captures some amazing shots with his iPhone. He’s sharing this panorama beauty with us for what he’s calling “Aloha Phriday Photo” Dave took this photo from “The Wall” across the street from the Honolulu Zoo. (See this Google Map . “The Wall” is at the end of Kapahulu Avenue.) Dave tells me that this section of Waikiki Beach is the best place in Waikiki for body-surfing and body-boarding. Per Dave, the waves are great for kids. If you don’t have a body-board, you can rent one right there. If you are driving into Waikiki, Dave tells me that you can park nearby at the zoo for fairly cheap. Each 15 minutes cost $0.25 with a four-hour meter capacity before you need to load up with more quarters. (See this post for more Waikiki cheap parking advice.) Mahalo nui loa to Dave for sharing his excellent photo and local advice! © 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...New High Definition Waikiki Webcam
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Watch outrigger canoe paddlers muscle through the Waikiki surf. Whether you’re heading to Waikiki, just got back, or day-dreaming of watching that blue surf gently roll to the golden sand beaches of Waikiki – you’ll be captured by this new high definition Waikiki webcam provided by the nice folks at Ohana Beach Rentals Hawaii . What sets this Waikiki webcam apart from others is that it’s in high definition and offers a unique perspective from atop the fifteen-story, oceanfront Diamond Head Beach Hotel & Residence . From that position, the webcam offers 180-degree vantage point for the HD Surf & Sunset Camera that has been pre-set with 18 top surf spots, swimming locales and coastal view planes for viewers to choose. Use of the HD Surf & Sunset Camera and viewing of its images over the web is free to the general public. One of the most impressive features however is the ability for the web user to take control of the HD Surf & Sunset Camera to freely pan, zoom-in and zoom-out, and change viewing points of the device. Due to the HD surf camera’s high-quality 1080p video capturing capabilities, images are crisp, colorful and quite impressive when viewed on a personal computer – especially with a high-speed internet connection. To take control of the camera, viewers are put into waiting queues. Once a user receives control, they have a two-minute time span to control the device via the on-screen control tabs. What’s cool is that an advanced zooming feature has been added to the control panel allowing a user to use their mouse pointer to draw a box around a particular object or image area to immediately zoom into a desired location on the screen. As a user waits in a queue, they can view the live video stream as it takes place. At some nearby locales to the Diamond Head Beach Hotel & Residences, you can zoom directly into the water to see close-up and amazing surfing action, ocean events and beach activity. At other long-distance locations, you can see impressive crescent views of Waikiki Beach (as far as the Hilton Hawaiian Village) and coastal images as far as Honolulu Harbor to Ewa. Some of the popular pre-set viewing points include: B one Yards Surf Spot Castles Surf Spot Old Mans Surf Spot Publics Surf Spot Rice Bowls Surf Spot Suicides Surf Spot Tonggs Surf Spot Diamond Head Ocean Vista Hawaiian Sunset Coastal View Waikiki Beach Close-Up Waikiki Beach Wide Shot Fireworks Waikiki (evening fireworks on Friday nights and special holidays) Aside from all of the surf and ocean activity, web viewers can also see some impressive evening activities when the camera goes into its evening grayscale mode – especially on Friday nights as the Hilton Hawaiian Village presents its evening fireworks extravaganza . On New Years Eve and July 4th holidays, you’ll be able to watch the fireworks from the convenience of your computer. For more information and to view Ohana Beach Rentals Hawaii’s HD Surf & Sunset Camera, visit www.OBRHI.com . © 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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