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Over a century ago, my maternal great-grandparents farmed rice and raised their 12 children in Huleia Valley. My grandmother often reminisced about those happy days in that verdant rural region of Kauai. Popo told me her family’s rice mill and unpainted wooden house stood on a hill overlooking a sweeping view […]
My father flew and fought in the Pacific during World War II. So when I heard about the Pacific Aviation Museum (PAM), I was eager to see how Hawaii’s newest tribute would chronicle our military’s aerial efforts. I wasn’t disappointed.
Located on Ford Island, a National Historic Landmark and site of our nation’s first aviation […]
As the renovation and reinvention of Waikiki continues into 2007, travel agents should watch for the debut of the Outrigger Regency on Beach Walk, a head-turning newcomer that may just redefine the condominium concept in Waikiki.
Part of Outrigger’s Waikiki Beach Walk — a $460 million redevelopment along Lewers Street, Beach […]
An East African crown crane called Spike stood on the far side of his Hyatt Regency Maui habitat.
“Come over to your rock, Spike,” said Hyatt Maui wildlife guide Terry Delapinia.
Like a well-trained dog, the long-legged bird strolled toward us and stepped on a nearby stone. On cue, we yelled “Hi […]
The Kohala Sports Club & Spa at Hilton Waikoloa Village on the Big Island has introduced a new menu of treatments, created especially to cater to its youngest guests. The new spa program invites keiki (children) and teens ages 6-15 to enjoy therapeutic and fun treatments that will help enrich their […]
Ala Moana Center, the world’s largest outdoor shopping center and Hawaii’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination, has added 17 new storefronts to its collection of world-class attractions. Altogether, the venue boasts 260 stores, including nearly 70 dining options, and features a diverse and distinctive selection of locally-owned boutiques right alongside […]
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa on the Kona Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island partnered with nearby Kona Country Club late in 2006 on a first-ever Keauhou golf package, creating what is being referred to as Hawaii’s newest golf destination. The program proved so successful that Sheraton Keauhou Bay recently announced the continuation of […]
Located at the very edge of pristine Kahuwai Bay on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, the iconic Kona Village Resort announces an “Ocean Promotion” theme for 2007. Each month, the resort will highlight a different aspect of coastal and marine life. This closer look at the elements of the ocean will extend to […]