Archive for the Activities category
October 18th, 2007 by amy c
Thursday, October 18- Saturday, October 17
Louis Vuitton Hawaii International Film Festival: This year the famed film festival will showcase a special focus on new Asia and Pacific rim cinema.
Saturday, October 20 and Sunday, October 21
Sunset on the Beach: Enjoy a picnic of some of Oahu’s leading restaurants on Waikiki beach as the sun sets. As the moon rises, Queen’s Surf Beach will feature live music and showcase classic films. Every Saturday and Sunday during October. Call (808) 523-4811 for more information.
Sunday, October 21
Na Mele Nei: The Music of Hawaii Today: Some of the best contemporary Hawaiian music will take to the Ward Warehouse Stage every Sunday in October, starting at 1 pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear the unique sounds of Hawaii! Call (808) 596-8885 for more information.
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October 16th, 2007 by shannon b
It seems like everyone in the travel community is gaining a little green-awareness this year. Delta in April, Wells Fargo and other credit card companies announced the arrival of “Green” credit cards and big name car rental companies like Hertz and Avis have been busy all summer long filling up their lots with fuel-efficient hybrid cars.
Many Oahu travelers have already begun seeing the world through green-colored glasses. For this reason, we’ve prepared a check-list of eco-friendly things to do so you feel even better about the way you travel.
- Fly Green. Before you travel, purchase a TerraPass, an affordable way to balance out your environmental impact of the carbon emissions produced by flying and driving.
- Book an Eco-Friendly Hotel. Being eco-friendly is now hipper than ever before thanks to upscale boutique hotels like The Equus which is not only a part of the Green Hotels Association but is also the elder sister to the newest addition to the eco-family, Hotel Renew (opens January 2008). Hotel Renew will not only feature water-saving fixtures, earth-friendly cleaning methods, and an In-Room Guest Recycling Program but the gorgeous limestone and sand-blasted oak woods will make any tree-hugger swoon.
- Purchase Biodegradable Sunscreen. Protect the earth while you protect the skin you’re in! A wide variety of natural, non-toxic sunscreens are available for purchase on the net. If you’re not sure which one to choose, the recommends Dr T’s Supergloop as the best eco-friendly protection for parents and their kids.
- Enjoy Eco-Education. Hawaii does its part in educating the public about Oahu’s most pristine marine ecosystem, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve. Not only is every visitor to the bay required to watch a 9-minute film explaining the importance of marine preservation, the video really hits home when visitors take a life-changing look at the reef’s thriving community of fish and coral as they snorkel.
- Reduce Driving Time. When traveling to Oahu’s favorite activities such as Sea Life Park, Diamond Head Lookout, and `Iolani Palace it’s easy to hop on the Waikiki Trolley to reduce the environmental impact of driving a single car around the island. Not only will you take in beautiful island views without checking a map, but you’ll be saving money on gas, too! Kayaking and taking an Oahu bike ride are also fantastic ways to see the islands without setting foot in a car.
For other great ideas on how to travel Green, visit EcoTravelogue, a great resource on all things eco-travel.
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October 10th, 2007 by susan j
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Sometimes the best things in life are free and we here at Go Oahu Card are all about helping you get more bang for your travel buck. That’s why we wanted to share a link to an article called 10 Best Free Activities and Sites in Oahu. Sheila at Go Visit Hawaii has some great ideas, including going snorkeling, visiting the USS National Arizona Memorial, and admiring a beautiful Hawaiian sunset. Happy travels!
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October 8th, 2007 by susan j
As if Oahu’s gorgeous beaches weren’t enough of a reason to visit, the Associated Press reports that . The opening of the as yet unnamed resort is set for 2011. So, what do you think the new resort should be called? Here are a few of the (totally off the cuff) ideas we came up with:
- The Magic Island
- Disney’s Oahu Oasis
- Pluto’s Tropical Paradise
- Neverland (if only Michael Jackson hadn’t already appropriated that one!)
Just for fun, leave a comment with your own predictions!
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October 5th, 2007 by susan j
Here at the Go Card USA headquarters, we’re constantly working on adding new attractions and finding other ways to improve your travel experience. That’s why we’re so excited about the newest addition to the Go Oahu Card, which is… drum roll, please…
Four hour kayak rental!
This new attraction lets you spend a full four hours floating around Kailua and Lanikai Beach, which are two of the most idyllic spots in Oahu. This package includes everything you need (paddles, life jackets, and kayak) for a relaxed morning or afternoon of kayaking, so it’s sure to be a popular addition. If there’s another attraction that you would like to see added to the Go Oahu Card, leave a comment and let us know!
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