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Ten Exciting Things To Do During a Weekend in Honolulu

July 2, 2010March 6, 2023

Best Ways To Enjoy Your Oahu Vacation

Here are some of the most interesting, fun, and educational things to do on the beautiful island of Oahu

1. Honolulu Zoo
Established by a grant from Hawaii’s king to the people of the Hawaiian Islands, the Honolulu Zoo is now visited by three-quarters of a million people each year. The zoo is located in Kapiolani Park on the eastern end of Waikiki, and is a great way to spend an afternoon in Honolulu. Right across the street is the beach so once you are done enjoying the sights, take a swim in the ocean.

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2. Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii
Dedicated to promoting and preserving Hawaii’s Japanese culture for future generations, the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii prides itself on creating a bridge of respect and understanding among all cultures. The Japanese Cultural Center sponsors wonderful festivals as well as workshops, classes, and educational programs.

3. Pearl Harbor – USS Arizona Memorial and USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
This stunning monument to the brave soldiers of America’s armed forces who perished in the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack will leave you with a new appreciation of the sacrifices made by our military. You can also visit the intriguing USS Bowfin Submarine, which is nicknamed the Pearl Harbor Avenger. The Bowfin is one of just 15 United States WWII submarines that remain today.

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Maui Vacation Ideas

June 30, 2010November 18, 2022

Dining, Shopping, and Cultural Attractions Abound on Valley Isle

Maui is a spectacular island with beautiful beaches, great shopping, important cultural sites, and many exciting as well as educational activities and attractions. Maui has ten state parks and 94 county parks and one amazing national park called Haleakala national Park where the highest peak on the island rises to more than ten thousand feet atop Haleakala Volcano. Here are some of the most memorable things to do on the Valley Isle.

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Scuba Dive at Honolua or Molokini
Scuba diving in the Hawaiian Islands allows you to see the amazing variety of marine life in these tropical waters, and Maui has some of the best diving spots in the Islands. Dozens of reputable companies offer lessons and guided dives, and renown dive sites include the offshore sunken crater of Molokini as well as the coastal area of Honolua Bay – both of these areas are designated as marine conservation areas. Most dive excursions leave from the ports of Maalaea and Lahaina. If diving is a bit too adventurous then consider a submarine tour or a glass-bottom boat tour to get a great glimpse of Maui’s colorful aquatic life.

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Ten Fun Activities On Oahu

June 19, 2010March 6, 2023

Oahu is the most visited Hawaiian Island and there are hundreds of fun things to do. We make it easy to decide among these many choices by providing you with the top ten fun activities on Oahu.

Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center
Set over 42-acres, the Polynesian Cultural Center recreates eight different Polynesian cultures and provides a multitude of hands-on activities that make it fun as well as educational for the whole family. A canoe pageant takes place daily and there is also an IMAX theater that shows top films. A trip to the Polynesian cultural Center will enlighten you about Polynesia’s history, crafts, music, and language, and there is a fantastic evening show.

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Visit Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum
This newly remodeled world-class museum in downtown Honolulu is the repository of many of Hawaii’s most important historical cultural artifacts. The museum has an ongoing schedule of special events, plenty of activities for kids, outdoor exhibitions of Hawaii’s flora, craft making demonstrations and classes, and even a planetarium where you can learn about how the ancient Polynesians used the stars to navigate their double-hulled voyaging canoes across the sea to Hawaii. A visit to Bishop Museum will leave you with an enhanced appreciation of the natural and human history of Hawaii.

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Kauai’s New Seaside Bike Path

June 15, 2010November 18, 2022

Coastal Cruising An Exciting and Safe Family Activity

Cruising along Kauai’s coast just became a lot more fun due to a spectacular new bike path by the sea. A large section of the path was recently completed along Kauai’s east shore, and additional sections will be added in the future.

Kauai’s scenic coastline and white sand beaches are the island’s main attraction and a favorite place for vacationers. Now a new paved path called Ke Ala Hele Makalae (The Path That Goes by the Coast) makes it easy to ride or walk along the scenic eastern shore of the beautiful Garden Island.

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Kauai’s new bike path is considered a multi-use pathway, used by walkers and runners as well as bicyclists. Large sections of Kauai’s coastal path are also open to dog lovers! Dogs may be walked on the path as long as they are on a leash and the dog owners clean up after their pets.

While some new sections of the Kauai’s new bike path are still in progress, much of the path is already completed and open for use. In some areas the coastal path parallels the main highway so if you are driving along Kauai’s eastern shore you will surely see many people enjoying this wonderful new recreational resource where old and young alike enjoy healthy physical activity.

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Golfing On Kauai – Three of Hawaii’s Top Five Golf Courses

May 29, 2010March 6, 2023

Garden Island Links Provide Challenges With Ocean and Mountain Views

From Sunny Poipu on Kauai’s south shore to the majestic Prince Course on the north shore, the island of Kauai is a golf lovers dream. Virtually every one of Kauai’s many golf courses provide sweeping views of the ocean and mountains.

Poipu Bay Golf Course
The highly acclaimed Poipu Bay Golf Course at Poipu Bay Resort on Kauai’s south shore along Poipu Bay is a links-style course known for its quality grooming. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., this course at the southern tip of the island is often compared to Pebble Beach. From 1994 to 2006 the Poipu Bay Golf Course hosted the PGA Grand Slam of Golf, and the course has been rated among America’s top 18 courses by Golf Magazine.

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Kiahuna Golf Club
The Kiahuna Golf Club in Koloa on southern Kauai is known for its abundant bunkers and water hazards though it is a good course for all age levels. Designed by respected golf course architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr., the Kiahuna Golf Club has fairly direct tradewind exposure so it can be windy in the afternoons. The LPGA Worldwide Championship of Pro-Am Golf was held here.

Puakea Golf Course
Located on the east side of Kauai, the Puakea Golf Course designed by Robin Nelson is located beneath the formidable Mount Haupu. The course has nice ocean views and is laid out amongst various streams and ravines.

Kiele Golf Course
Also in Lihue is Kiele Golf Course at the Kauai Lagoons Golf and Racket Club. Set amidst freshwater lagoons, cliffs and woodsy areas, the course is one of Kauai’s most difficult. Kiele was designed by Jack Nicklaus and has great ocean views. The course was ranked among the 100 Greatest Golf Courses by Golf Digest.

Mokihana Golf Course
Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the Mokihana Course in Lihue at the Kauai Lagoons Golf and Racket Club is known for its open fairways as well as well-guarded greens. Designed in the Scottish style, the Mokihana Course is a bit less challenging than the nearby Kiele Course.

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