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Iolani Palace

February 13th, 2008 by jamie a

Iolani PalaceIolani Palace Photo uploaded by Peter Webb

Visit the only official state residence of royalty in the United States at Iolani Palace in Honolulu.

Once the official home of Hawaii’s last two monarchs, the palace began to be restored in the 1970s and now welcomes tourists from all over the world. It is considered both a national treasure of Hawaii and a National Historic Landmark.

There’s everything from tours of the property to guided visits to the galleries along with free Royal Hawaiian band concerts. If you need a special souvenir for those back home, be sure to check out the Palace Shop.

To learn more about visiting the property and the history of the palace, CNN.com has an in-depth article entitled “Honolulu: Touring America’s only royal residence” which is a great read.

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2008 Panaewa Stampede Rodeo

February 12th, 2008 by jamie a

Horse in OahuHorse in Oahu Photo uploaded by tata aka T

For a taste of Hawaiian-style rodeo, head over to the Panaewa Equestrian Centre for their Stampede Rodeo on February 15 and 16!

There will be an amateur competition with cowboys, cowgirls, keiki, and kapuna. Along with all the rodeo fun, there’ll be tons of a local food vendors with delicious snacks to try, as well as entertainment and handmade crafts.

The festival will be running from 12-5 pm on both days and is free to the public.

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Honeymoon in Oahu

February 11th, 2008 by jamie a

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As if the lush tropical setting and beautiful beaches didn’t already convince you, Hawaii has been named a top honeymoon destination by thehoneymoon.com.

The article outlines the geography and environment of the island, as well as the climate and weather couples can expect for their trip. They have suggestions for activities to try during your stay, including watching the giant waves on the beach and hiking the trails in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

You should also be sure to enjoy a luau, kick back with a few Mai Tais, and spend lots of time relaxing to make the most out of your time together!

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Off the Beaten Path in Oahu

February 8th, 2008 by jamie a

Kahuku Shrimp TruckKahuku Shrimp Truck Photo uploaded by thomas pix

GoHawaii.com offers a guide to “Getting Off the Beaten Path” in Oahu if you’re up for something unique during your vacation.

From grabbing a bite to eat from a shrimp truck to visiting Oahu’s farmer’s market, there’s plenty of things to see and do. The site even offers a list of the “Top Five Ways to Get Off the Beaten Path in Oahu”, complete with a maps of the destinations when you click on the suggestions on the list.

If you’re longing for local flavor and favorite hangouts, this is the perfect guide to start planning your trip.

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Oahu Weather Report for Week of 2/8

February 7th, 2008 by susan j

Here’s the scoop on next week’s weather on Oahu, courtesy of Weather.com:

Friday, February 8
Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69

Saturday, February 9
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 70

Sunday, February 10
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 70

Monday, February 11
Sunny with with a high of 78, low of 71

Tuesday, February 12
Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69

Wednesday, February 13
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 70

Thursday, February 14 - Happy Valentine’s Day!
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 70

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United Airlines New Luggage Fees

February 6th, 2008 by susan j

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Travelers from Maine to Maui are buzzing about United Airlines’ new restrictions for checked luggage, which applies to domestic economy travelers who book after February 4, 2008 for travel after May 5, 2008. While you’ll still get to check one bag (up to 50 pounds) for free, checking a second bag will cost $25 each way and overweight bags will incur a $100 fee. Unfortunately, as CNN Money reports, several other major US airlines are likely to adopt similar policies to offset higher fuel costs. Get the facts from United’s website.

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LOST Fans Unite

February 4th, 2008 by jamie a

LOST shackSawyer’s Shack on LOST Photo uploaded by ewen and donabel

If you’re a fan of LOST and would love to meet others to watch the show with, Planet Hollywood in Waikiki is now offering viewing parties every week!

For the eight remaining weeks of shows (unless the writer’s strike ends…), get together and share your love of the show with locals and tourists alike. We’d like to thank our friends over at the Hawaii Blog for posting about this new event.

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What Type of Traveler Are You?

February 1st, 2008 by susan j

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Remember those Reese’s candy TV ads from the 1990s? “There’s more than one way [crunch] to eat a Reese’s,” said the cheerful voiceover man. Well, the same thing applies to traveling, too. There’s the business traveler, the luxury traveler, the budget traveler, the traveling family, and more. To determine your travel type, take this quiz. I’m a cross between a budget travel babe and a globe-trotting girl. What’s your travel type? Leave a comment and let us know!

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