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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup For June 26, 2009

Friday, June 26, 2009

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Let’s take a peek at another Aloha Friday edition of Hawaii vacation news. * Guess which U.S. city is the most romantic according to TripAdvisor members? I’ll give you a clue. It starts with “Hono” and ends in “lulu.”  Wow! You’re right, it is Honolulu. How’d you guess so quickly?   I agree that Honolulu [...]

Makapuu Lighthouse Trail

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

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If you are looking for a beautiful sunrise hike on Oahu, I recommend the Makapuu Lighthouse Trail on Oahu’s southeastern most point.  In addition to the excellent views of Makapuu Lighthouse along the trail, you’ll also enjoy outstanding coast views from Koko Head on the South to Kailua on the North. You’ll also see Makapuu’s [...]

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News For June 19, 2009

Friday, June 19, 2009

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Ah, here we are again on another Aloha Friday. I hope yours is a happy one! * One of the best values on Waikiki Beach, Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel rates have been reduced to $109 for stays through December 23, 2009. In addition to the great rate for a hotel that overlooks Waikiki Beach, guests [...]

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup for June 15, 2009

Monday, June 15, 2009

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* A new lava flow map was issued late last week. Using that map along with the USGS Kilauea eruption updates, we know that there are some visible surface lava flows on the pali (cliff). I saw surface flows on the pali last year and it was truly amazing to see the red and orange [...]

2009 Fireworks & July 4th Events on Oahu

Friday, June 12, 2009

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2009 Fireworks & July 4th Events on Oahu

Have you made your July 4th plans, yet? How about heading to Oahu for some sun, fun, and amazing fireworks? You’ll find excellent fireworks displays and celebrations all over the island. Here’s how you can celebrate Independence Day with a real bang. July 3rd – Fireworks Display at Aloha Tower Marketplace This fireworks event is a [...]

Six Minutes of Oahu Beach Time

Thursday, June 11, 2009

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Do you need some relaxation time on Oahu’s beaches, but you can’t be there today? If so, you will enjoy watching this video with beach scenes around Oahu. In addition to the scenery, you also hear the sound of the waves. The only thing you’re missing is the feel of the trade winds blowing and [...]

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup for June 10, 2009

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

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Take a load off  in this hammock while we review today’s Hawaii vacation deals and news nuggets. * The big news on the Big Island is that the night-time intense orange glow from the vent at Halemaumau crater has really been spectacular in recent days. The glow is produced from molten lava some 300 feet below [...]

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup for June 3, 2009

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

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* Evelyn posted the latest Carnival of Aloha that has an exceptionally good line up of posts this month. It even includes my post on coco puffs at Liliha Bakery.  * There’s a couple of excellent Hilton deals for Waikiki at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and on the Big Island at Hilton Waikoloa Village. [...]

Arts & Culture Events Across Hawaii For June 2009

Thursday, May 28, 2009

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If you’re headed to Hawaii this June, you’ll find loads of special arts and cultural celebrations on the islands. Many of these excellent events and festivals are free. So, let’s take a look at the list of what you’ll find happening on each island. HAWAII’S BIG ISLAND Celebration of Hula – “Na ‘olelo o ka pu‘uwai”(June 6 [...]

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup for May 22, 2009

Friday, May 22, 2009

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Ah, isn’t it nice to know we have a nice long Memorial Day weekend ahead of us?  Before we take off for the weekend, let’s look at these Hawaii vacation news nuggets. * Dr. Stephen Letterman (a.k.a. Dr. Beach) issues his annual list of top US beaches before Memorial Day weekend each year. Hawaii beaches claim [...]

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