The Hawaii Traveler

Q: Can one wear white after Labor Day in Hawai’i?
The short answer is: Who cares?
While I’m not sure whether or not that’s still a rule that’s even still applicable to today’s wardrobe, the longer answer is: Even if it were a hard-and-fast fashion rule, nobody will care what you’re wearing.  And also: Don’t wear it if you want to bring it home as white and bright as when you brought it.  The red and black sands, as well as the reddish mud and dirt that seems to cover most surfaces on the islands, are bound to stain your nice, bright …read more

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Oh the island of Oahu is a place popular with locals and tourists alike, called Magic Island. You won’t David Copperfield groping a supermodel there, nor will you find a supermodel trying to grope Chris Angel.  What you will find is a park situated on a scenic peninsula near Ala Moana Beach Park
What’s There: Concerts, Fourth of July fireworks, theatrical performances, family gatherings, picnics, swimming, and the like. There is no overnight camping allowed.
Getting There: 1201 Ala Moana Bouldevard, between the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor and Ala Moana Beach. Arrive early, as parking is competitive on weekends.

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Here’s a question for you: What’s one of Waikiki Beach’s biggest problems? It’s not topless sunbathing. It’s not sharks. It’s not even the void left behind with the passing of Don Ho.Erosion of Waikiki Beach is one of the biggest problems facing the No. 1 tourist destination in the islands, such a problem that there’s no beach at the Sheraton except during times of extremely low tide. But the Sheraton Waikiki has a plan.
The Sheraton Waikiki will proceed with plans to restore a stretch of beach fronting its property and install groins in the water …read more

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If you don’t know Baby Loves Disco, it’s just about the most fun you can have with your baby…at a disco. Before you wonder if you should call Child Protective Services on people who take their children to nightclubs, hold the phone.
Baby Loves Disco is a nationwide movement at which the hippest clubs in town transform themselves into child-friendly hotspots for kids and adults to boogie to tunes from the ’70s and ’80s. It’s real music, spun by real DJs, for people who are real sick of listening to Barney and The Wiggles all the time. (No …read more

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Here at The Hawai’i Traveler, we primarily talk about the eight main Hawaiian islands of interest to tourists and armchair travelers, but thinking outside the box brings us, strangely, to a triangle–The Polynesian Triangle, that is.
Hawai’i is actually comprised of a chain of 137 islands, islets, and shoals. Only seven of these islands are inhabited year round and four are the main attractions: The Big Island, O’ahu, Maui, and Kaua’i.
At first glance, Hawai’i is a lot like a little piece of Americana wrapped in ti leaves and served with poi. The atmosphere is unlike what most of us travelers …read more

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Best beach for keeping up with the Joneses (whoever they are) and maintaining your hip, in-the-know image: (That’s a no-brainer) Waikiki Beach on Oahu.
Best hike across what looks like a moonscape before finding yourself on a deserted black and white beach with a terrific array of tidepools:   Kiholo Bay  on the Northwest side of the Big Island.
Best beach for swimming with turtles and the occasional school of spinner dolphins: Tunnels Beach on Kauai.
Best giant-sized bathtub: Queen’s Bath on Kauai. (Pictured)
Best beach that requires four-wheeling first:  Mo’omomi Beach on Molokai. (Visit during the summer months for best results.)
Best beach that’s totally …read more

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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 will begin an extensive renovation of its public area.
The 81-room Aqua Coconut Waikiki opened on June 1 after completing a $2.6 million renovation.
The Wyland Waikiki Hotel recently welcomed a new restaurant and spa to its 403-room property. Spada Bar and Restaurant features Northern Italian-inspired …read more

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If you’re a podiatrist looking for an excuse to vising Oahu, Hawaii, take heart.  Some 3,500 of the nation’s foot doctors, support staff and family members are stepping foot on Hawai’i Convention Center’s grounds for the American Podiatric Medical Association’s 96th Annual Scientific Meeting July 24-27.
The conference will kick off with APMA and Prevention magazine’s Best Walking City Award to Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann for Honolulu’s ranking as the seventh-best walking city in the nation.
Also present, for all you football fetishists: L.A. Galaxy’s midfielder David Beckham will make an appearance for his outstanding contributions to children and sports.

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From the Free Trip to Hawai’i Files: Girlfriend Getaways is giving away a trip for two to Hawaii, courtesy of Ala Moana Center in Waikiki.What you have to do to get it: “Tell us about your girlfriend getaway secret, and the one that Girlfriend Getaways editors deem the best will win a trip for two to Honolulu, Hawaii.”
What you get if you get it:

Two round-trip coach air tickets from any major U.S. gateway to Hawaii
Five nights’ accommodations at a deluxe Waikiki hotel with ocean-view rooms
$250 Ala Moana Center shopping spree
Five-day unlimited Waikiki Trolley pass, providing free transportation between Ala Moana …read more

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Get ready for PodCamp plus Wordcamp in Hawaii this fall.

What (taken from http://podcamp.pbwiki.com/): “A PodCamp is a usually free BarCamp-style community UnConference for new media enthusiasts and professionals including bloggers, podcasters, YouTubers, social networkers, and anyone curious about new media. The first PodCamp was held September 8-10, 2006 in Boston, Massachusetts. PodCamps are now being held worldwide.
Where: Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, Hawai’i
When: Friday, October 24, 2008 – Saturday, October 25, 2008
How: any way you can.

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