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The Hawaiian Lei – A Celebration of Island Flowers

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Recently when I was visiting Oahu and staying in an absolutely wonderful Kailua Vacation Rental and still immersed in the wonderful fragrance of the plumeria lei I had been given at the airport, I decide I wanted to learn more about the Hawaiian lei, such a wonderful tradition that made me feel so welcome upon… Continue reading The Hawaiian Lei – A Celebration of Island Flowers

Duke Kahanamoku – One of the Most Famous People of Hawaii

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When you think about famous people of the Hawaiian Islands one of the first names that comes to mind is Duke Kahanamoku, also known as “The Duke.” I am thinking of The Duke now as I sit in my wonderful Oahu Hotel overlooking the beaches of Waikiki where the Duke once surfed the ocean waves.… Continue reading Duke Kahanamoku – One of the Most Famous People of Hawaii

The Hawaiian Flag – How Did the Hawaii State Flag Come To Be and What Does It Mean

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When you travel in Hawaii, perhaps staying at Big Island Condo or a KauaiN Vacation Rental, you will likely see the Hawaii State Flag flying over homes and buildings. The Hawaiian flag design is also seen on everything from t-shirts to bumper stickers displaying “Hawaiian pride.” Hawaiian Flag Meaning The Hawaiian flag features red, white,… Continue reading The Hawaiian Flag – How Did the Hawaii State Flag Come To Be and What Does It Mean

Movies on Kauai—John Wayne, Elvis Presley, and Frank Sinatra

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Of all the movies that have been filmed on Kauai, some of the most memorable were those starring John Wayne, Elvis Presley, and Frank Sinatra. I think of this as I sit in my Kauai Condo and gaze out over the beauty of the Garden Island. John Wayne was Hollywood’s most popular star when he… Continue reading Movies on Kauai—John Wayne, Elvis Presley, and Frank Sinatra

The U.S.S. Arizona Memorial – One of Hawaii’s Most Meaningful Visitor Attractions

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If you come to Oahu, then one of the most meaningful attractions you could possibly visit is the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor. On my recent visit to the Hawaiian Islands, just as soon as I checked into my Oahu Hotel I headed out for a visit to this revered site. The memorial honors… Continue reading The U.S.S. Arizona Memorial – One of Hawaii’s Most Meaningful Visitor Attractions

Modern Waikiki – Beaches and Historic Sites

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Waikiki has something for pretty much everyone with so many restaurants as well as dance clubs, shopping opportunities, parks, and also fast food. Gazing over the world famous resort area of Waikiki from my luxurious Oahu Hotel, I am amazed by the tropical beauty of the beaches and also the excitement of modern Waikiki. Waikiki… Continue reading Modern Waikiki – Beaches and Historic Sites

Hawaii’s Official State Flower and Official Island Emblems

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Recently I was staying in my Princeville Vacation Rental when I noticed just outside my window was a beautiful yellow hibiscus flower. I then recalled that before there was even a Hawaii State Flower, the hibiscus was named the official flower of the Territory of Hawaii by the Legislature in 1923. They didn’t specify any… Continue reading Hawaii’s Official State Flower and Official Island Emblems

Hawaiian Statehood – How Hawaii Became Part of the United States

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When I travel around the Hawaiian Islands or when I am just enjoying the scenery from the lanai of my Oahu Vacation Rental, I often appreciate the fact that even though I am in a tropical paradise I am still in the United States. This got me thinking about how Hawaii came to be a… Continue reading Hawaiian Statehood – How Hawaii Became Part of the United States