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The Hawaii Traveler

Archive for the ‘Museums’ Category

July 26th, 2008

The Heart of Hawai’i

If it’s happening on O’ahu, it’s happening, period. The Island of O’ahu, known as the Heart of Hawai’i, is the trendsetter of the islands, leading by example with new improvements, changes and additions on an ongoing basis. Here’s a smattering of what’s new on O’ahu:
Hotels & Resorts
From September 2 to December 18, Halekulani […]

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July 15th, 2008

Indoor Hawai’i

A few years ago I was asking my cousin about her trip to Maui. Her face fell. “It rained the entire time,” she said, “we were so disappointed.”
Although it’s possible for a rain-out during an island vacation, most of the islands are big enough that tourists can drive to a dry side in a […]

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May 25th, 2008

Remembering

It’s on Memorial Day that we take extra care and time to remember and honor those who have served our country, and those who paid the ultimate price to ensure our freedom. One of the most awe inspiring memorial on the islands is the USS Arizona Memorial, on Oahu.
Located on the Pearl Harbor Navy […]

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May 13th, 2008

I Stand Corrected

Credit: Sayers, John. “Statue of King Kamehameha I, U.S.
Capitol, 2001.” Public Affairs Office, Library of Congress

While I usually try and avoid sensationalist topics, I must admit that I’m fascinated by the action continuing over at ‘Iolani Palace on Oahu.
Since my May 1st post entitled Peaceful Protests Close Iolani Palace, I’ve learned that, according […]

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May 7th, 2008

This Just In: Art and Culture Exhibit Takes Waikiki

The view of Waikiki from Diamond Head.
Photo by Flickr–treber1

The Waikiki area is no stranger to the cultural experience, and now, culture takes to the beach. Actually, to the Outrigger. The Outrigger Reef on the Beach, actually.
For a limited time, The Outrigger Reef on the Beach has unveiled two special museum exhibits featuring Pacific island […]

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April 30th, 2008

Keiki-Friendly Hawai’i

Traveling with children to any destination can be tricky business. However, thousands of families successfully make their way to the islands–Oahu and Maui in particular–and leave with a lifetime of treasured memories. In fact, I began visiting the islands at the age of two with my parents, and carried on the tradition by […]

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