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Waikiki has a new vibe ! Author: Apr 13

The island of OAHU is know  as The Gathering Place. The beautiful beaches and excitement of Waikiki have long been the reason visitors come to OAHU, but never has it been more true than the Waikiki of today.  Waikiki has always been known for world class hotels, scenery, exciting  nightlife, shopping and dining , but with the  replinishing of sand to Waikiki Beach nearing completion, Queen Emma’s Palm Grove restored and the Waikiki Beachwalk  there are more reasons than ever to spend more time on Oahu and enjoy all that  Waikiki has to offer. For those that love the Waikiki of yesteryear ,have no fear the iconic images of Diamond Head , Top of Waikiki and the famous Waikiki Beach Skyline are still here as well.

Queen Emma’s Palm Grove beckons you to gather with live Hawaiian Music Concerts : Once the home of Royalty, as history is told a favorite spot of  Queen Emma Kaleleonalani ,wife of King Kamehameha IV , you can feel the spirit of aloha here for sure, be sure and check out the beautiful bronze statue of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the great grand-daughter of King Kamehameha ,whose legacy is the education of children of Hawaiian decent through the Kamehameha Schools which benefit from the profits of the Royal Hawaiian Center. 

The Royal Palm Grove is located between The Royal Hawaiian Hotel and Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center on Kalakaua Ave.  For more information on the Royal Hawaiian Center  http://www.royalhawaiiancenter.com. 

 

Free concerts

Serenity in the middle of Waikiki , grab a MIXED PLATE and enjoy the beauty

Serenity found in the middle of Waikiki

A beautiful place to take in local cultural experiences

New additions to the Waikiki Dining and Nightlife Scene :

Morimoto Waikiki

RUM Fire at Sheraton Waikiki

  • Rumfire www.rumfirewaikiki.com
  • Featuring Pacific Rim of Fire menu – blending Global influences with Hawaiian Focus.
  • Philosophy of Rumfire Waikiki is that food should be shared , it is this blending of conversation and social comfort food  that ignites RumFire Waikiki the best place to live liquid aloha
  • Located at the Sheraton Waikiki.

Waikiki Beachwalk :

Outdoor entertainment plaza,Shop for Hawaiian apparel and more than a dozen restaurants .

For more info   www.waikikibeachwalk.com 

Eight acres of shopping,dining and entertainment

Eight acres of shopping,dining and entertainment

Beautiful attention to details such as fresh flowers and palm trees

At the corner of Don Ho and Lewers St - a great place to begin your day

Iconic Images can still be found as well:

Diamond Head

Skyline of Waikiki Beach

Top of Waikiki , revolving restaurant

So if you are ready to catch the new Vibe in Waikiki or just to get familiar with some of the Iconic images of yesteryear, contact me so we can get busy and plan your trip to  OAHU - Give me a call  Toll Free 1-888-811-1888  ext 331 , Direct Line 828-256-1520 or email me linda@honeymoonsinc.com

Be sure and also LIKE my facebook page to see more images of OAHU and the other islands www.facebook.com/linda.dancer.

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Relaxation Found Author: Feb 24

RELAXATION

Webster’s dictionary  defines relaxation as the act of relaxing of the body or mind; or the condition of being relaxed. Everyone has their own definiton of exactly what relaxation means to them, and exactly what it takes for them  to be relaxed. Many people need to be completely unplugged from their daily enviroment of  the office, cell phones, lap tops and other electronic devices that although they make our lives easier, in a way they also hold us hostage . I know for me, I fall into that category and  the following help me to find  rest, relaxation and peace when I go on vacation .

Incredible  Resort Pools

Hawaii is know for many things, definitely  incredible resort pools  should be on that list . Among my favorites are the  Four Seasons Wailea ,  Ritz-Carolton Kapalua  and  Fairmont Kea Lani

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Four Seasons Pool

Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui

Beautiful  Beaches   

Beautiful beaches can be found throughout  the Hawaii Islands. Three of my favorites  are beautiful white sand beaches but throughout the islands you will also find  shades of black and golden sand due to volcanic activity.

Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel

Hammocks

Hammocks beg you to unplug  and let go  for  a while, to enjoy the peaceful breeze, the sound of the wind in the palm trees, the smell of tropical flowers wafting throught the air. Close your eyes for a few moments and be carried away.

Hilton Waikoloa Village

The Modern Honolulu

The Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows

What is your idea of relaxation ?

Can you see yourself laying by one of these resort pools , on one of these beautiful beaches  or stealing a few private moments in one of these hammocks ?

Contact me to help you find relaxation  Email :   linda@honeymoonsinc.com  or by phone   828-256-1520

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Hawaii Magazine: Hawaii’s Best Swimming Beaches! Author: Nov 03

What are the best “swimming” beaches in Hawaii?

Here are the results, according to Hawaii Magazine beach expert John R.K. Clark. Clark knows more about Hawaii beaches than anyone in the state. He’s walked the shorelines and swum the waters of every stretch of sand in Hawaii—more than 500 beaches in all.

Top swimming beaches in Hawaii (from Hawaii Magazine):

MAUI
Kapalua Beach Park
(Kapalua, West Maui)

“Kapalua is a nice little pocket of curved white sand beach. During winter, when surf kicks up on Maui’s west side, its two lava-rock points block the surf so the beach stays calm. It’s a great beach for swimming and snorkeling—you’ll see fish and other marine life. The beach is a focal point of the Kapalua Resort. But there’s public parking, restrooms and a right of way to the beach.”

KAUAI
Salt Pond Beach Park
(Hanapepe, West Kauai)

“It’s a beautiful setting—a wide white sand beach, nice and clear water, and a lagoon created by a rock barrier offshore. Even when surf is big outside the barrier, the lagoon inside remains protected and safe for swimming. There are tidal pools with lots of marine life for kids to explore. During the summer, you can watch the caretakers of the beach’s salt ponds make paakai—Hawaiian sea salt.”

OAHU
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
(Hawaii Kai, East Honolulu)

“This is one of the most beautiful beach settings in all of the Hawaiian Islands. For snorkelers, marine life is plentiful. The bay has a large sand pocket in the middle of the reef, called ‘The Keyhole’ that is perfect for swimming. The horseshoe-shaped bay was created when ocean water broke into the outside wall of a volcanic crater. So when you’re in Hanauma Bay, you’re swimming inside a flooded volcano, a unique setting.”

BIG ISLAND
Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area
(South Kohala Coast)

Contact me today to book your trip to one of Hawaii’s most beautiful beaches! linda@honeymoonsinc.com!

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The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel, Waikiki, Unveils $1.5 Million Renovations Author: Sep 08
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

THE NEW OTANI KAIMANA BEACH HOTEL UNVEILS ITS RENOVATED OCEAN ROOMS, OFFERING FREE INTERNET ACCESS FOR ALL HOTEL GUESTS.


Known as the “quiet escape from Waikiki”, The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel unveils its 1.5 million dollar renovations, completing full upgrades to its Ocean View Superior and Ocean Front Superior categories.   Local architect, Pacific Asia Design Group (Honolulu, Hawaii) collaborated with designer, Studio M (Kyoto, Japan), and construction by Pankow, transformed the existing casual contemporary rooms to an upscale, chic, interior design that reflect a stylish fresh feel, with granite tops, deep brown textures, with cool blue and green accents.


Yoshio Shibata and Masoyo Maeda of Studio M, recently designed all newly renovated rooms in Hotel New Otani Tokyo, Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong in Beijing, along with reconstruction of the banquet rooms for the Hotel New Otani Hotel Osaka.


Hotel guests will be treated to magnificent picturesque views of Pacific Ocean and the Waikiki skyline, private lanais, COMPLIMENTARY high speed wireless internet access, L’Occitane toiletries, flat screen high definition television, upscale furnishings, and much more.  The hotel is also implementing eco friendly initiatives, such as LED bulbs for all recessed lighting, and energy efficient sliding lanai doors, with sensors that automatically shut off the AC unit in the room when the doors are opened.


This boutique property is proud to be home to two wonderful, oceanfront restaurants; our award winning, open air Hau Tree Lanai restaurant, and our authentic and traditional, Miyako Japanese restaurant.


Over the next few years, the hotel is committed to make continuous investments and improvements to its facilities, aimed to maximize the quality and ambiance for our valued guests.  Please visit www.kaimana.com for more information.


Contact me today to book a reservation at this unique and elegant Hawaii destination! linda@honeymoonsinc.com!

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Waikiki 2010 Specials from $333 Per Person Author: Aug 18

Don’t miss these great specials for 2010 travel to Waikiki!!

Contact me today to plan your Hawaiian getaway! Linda@honeymoonsinc.com!

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