tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64313183801595983012024-03-12T18:31:28.259-07:00TailorMadeHawaiiGrahamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14707700074334053244noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-62023640902533007822015-11-20T05:35:00.001-08:002015-11-20T05:35:34.784-08:00The Beauty of the Hawaiian Islands<b>Why Choose Hawaii</b>
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Hawaii is like no other place on earth. It is the only state in the United States made up entirely of islands and is home to one of the most active volcanoes, and the world's tallest sea mountain. It is also the birthplace of modern surfing and the hula.
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Hawaii has many tourist attractions and travel activities with something for everyone’s ages, tastes and budgets. From adrenaline to a relaxing day out, don’t you worry you will never be bored while you’re in Hawaii.
You can take your pick, from bungee jumping to white water sports, canoeing, diving, snorkelling, gliding, paragliding, horse riding, hunting, jet boarding, sky boarding and so much more.
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Looking for some great ways to entertain the kids? Well how about visiting a chocolate factory, animal park, zoo or butterfly house. Want something more active, well how about a friendly quad biking race, horse-trekking, paintball, railways, sailing charters, white water rafting and bowling. There’s always something to keep you and the rest of the family entertained in Hawaii.
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When you realise just how much there is to see in Hawaii, you may want to extend your holiday so you can have even more time to explore the rest, but don’t worry no matter how long you have, you can still enjoy some great sightseeing tours and opportunities from air, land or sea using a variety of transport including coaches, planes, horses, quad bikes, mountain bikes and trams. Lets take a closer look.
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<b>Maui Island</b>
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<a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-maui"> The island of Maui</a> features a large quantity of beaches, especially along the west coast, from black sand to palm-lined strands, each beach is unique.
The climate is magnificent too; this will attract tourists all over the world but mainly tourists that live in cold, rainy areas such as England for example.
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If you go to Maui I recommend you to try and experience all the different activities that the island offers such as, biking, camping, diving, fishing, kayaking, parasailing/hang gliding and so much more that it will keep you entertained at all times in this brilliant holiday. If I was you, I would not want to miss one bit of fun!
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You can also explore Maui's Underwater Wonders, the warmness, the crystal-like clarity, the outstanding living coral reefs and the numerous coloured sea life, all within easy reach. Hawaiian waters are perfect for snorkelling! On Maui, you can also double the choice/pleasure and combine snorkelling with sailing how about that?
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During the winter months, the waters around Maui are home to the magnificent humpback whales, this would be the picture-perfect moment for tourists that are interested in animal life to come to Maui and observe the most beautiful scenery of their lives.
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Last but not least Maui also offers Volcano tours, tourists get really intrigued and excited about this because they just feel like there’s something about being near the energy of a still active volcano. The youngest volcano on the island of Hawaii is called Kilauea and it continues little small eruptions that can most safely be seen from an airplane tour or by a helicopter ride. Do you want to be next and see this breath-taking experience?
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<b>Kauai Island</b>
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<a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-kauai">The Island of Kauai</a> is situated in the mid-pacific, part of the Hawaiian archipelago. This island has been given a nickname “The Garden Isle” because of the tropical rainforest that covers much of its surface.
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Kauai is covered in bright green valleys, sharp mountain points and sharp cliffs. It has been centuries of growth that have formed tropical rainforests, rivers and cascading waterfalls, these natural attractions are perfect for sightseeing. Some parts of Kauai are only accessible by sea or air, which makes most of the views stunning and beyond your imagination.
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The Kauai Island is home to a variety of different activities, such as kayaking, biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking and lots more.
If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure then sailing the Nepali Coast is the thing you’re looking for, if not then you’ve also got the ziplining above Kauai’s luxurious hills that will certainly take your breath way.
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Your Kauai shopping experience won’t be complete without some Kauai souvenirs and gifts to bring home. Explore Kauai’s shopping it offers a wide-range selection of local boutiques, art galleries, and craft fairs, Kauai gifts and souvenir sand shopping centres.
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Napali Coast Tours are the main attraction for Kauai boat tours. This attraction will leave you in shock as your eyes wander from sea level towards the hanging hills and razor back edges thousands of feet above the ocean. Experience the exhilarating adventure of a Kauai snorkelling tour, sightseeing along the Napali and whale watching adventure; you will not want to miss it.
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A helicopter tour of Kauai is the best way to explore the sharp centres of the island without getting your feet dirty and muddy all the time.
A thrilling helicopter ride through Kauai’s inaccessible interiors will give you a bird’s eye view of some of the world’s most hidden beauty you have ever seen in all your life.
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<b>Oahu Island</b>
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<a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-oahu">The island of Oahu</a> is also known as “The Gathering Place”.
The clear blue waters of Kailua Beach meet the city Honolulu. The historic architecture of Iolani Palace meets the timeless memorials of Pearl Harbour. The big city of Waikiki meets the small town of Haleiwa on the North Shore.
Whether you’re hiking on the iconic Leahi enjoying some of Hawaii’s best shopping, or simply relaxing on the sands of the island’s beautiful beaches, you’ll find variety at every turn on Oahu.
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Oahu is certainly a shopper’s paradise; you’ll find everything from open air shopping centres and high-end retailers to charming boutiques and local speciality stores. Waikiki shopping centres like the DFS Galleria and the Royal Hawaiian Centre offer a variety of items you can only find in Hawaii, like for example a ukulele and Hawaiian arts and crafts to designer fashion and high-end jewellery.
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With warm waters and pleasant weather all year long, Oahu provides endless opportunities for water activities. One of the most popular is taking a surfing lesson on world famous Waikiki Beach.
Other than surfing you can also take a group canoe ride off to Waikiki Beach. Snorkelling and swimming at spots like Hanauma Bay or at one of Oahu’s beautiful beaches can also be fun for the whole family.
Take a sunset cruise or sailing excursion and you may even see a humpback during whale watching season, which is December through May.
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Other popular water sports consist of jet skiing, parasailing, wind surfing, kite surfing, wakeboarding and bodyboarding. With so much to do, you will see why adventure thrives in the deep blue ocean surrounding Oahu.
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If you want to see Oahu from a different point of view then I recommend you the helicopter tours and skydiving adventure. With the helicopter tours you will be able to fly over the green hills of the Windward Coast and the majestic cityscapes of Honolulu. But if you’ve always wanted to feel that rush and that adrenaline of skydiving then there’s no better place to do it than on Oahu’s north shore.
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Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-85198127346150638282015-02-26T05:31:00.002-08:002015-02-26T05:31:41.093-08:00Visit Kauai Island in Hawaii, There Is So Much To Do<p>Тhе Наwаііаn Іslаnds аrе а grеаt рlасе tо vіsіt, аnd thеrе аrе sеvеrаl орtіоns tо thіnk аbоut whеn соnsіdеrіng whісh оnе tо sее fіrst.</p>
<p>Κаuаі іs а muсh оldеr іslаnd, bеіng thе fіrst mајоr іslаnd "bоrn" іn thе Наwаііаn сhаіn. Ваsісаllу, Κаuаі stаrtеd grоwіng аbоut whеrе thе bіg іslаnd "Наwаіі" іs nоw, but shіftеd оvеr grаduаllу аs thе vоlсаnіс рlаtеs mоvеd undеrnеаth. Аs thе іslаnds shіftеd оnе bу оnе, thе nехt іslаnd wоuld sрrіng uр аs thе vоlсаnіс lаvа wоuld bubblе uр оut оf thе wаtеr tо fоrm lаnd. Тоdау, thіs рrосеss іs stіll hарреnіng оn thе bіg іslаnd аnd shоws nо sіgn оf stорріng. Ѕіnсе Κаuаі іs muсh оldеr thаn thе оthеrs, іt shоws mоrе sіgn оf wіnd аnd wаtеr еrоsіоn оn thе rосks аnd sоіl аnd hаs а dеер rеd сlау арреаrаnсе еvеrуwhеrе. Іt stіll dоеs hаvе sоmе оf thе blасk sаnd оn thе соаst, but іnlаnd уоu саn sее thе сlау аll оvеr whеn hіkіng thе hіlls аnd vаllеуs.</p>
<p>А fаntаstіс аttrасtіоn thаt уоu must sее іs thе <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/helicopter-tour-kauai-hawaii">hеlісорtеr flіght оvеr Kauai іslаnd</a>. Оut оf аll fоur mајоr іslаnds, thіs іs thе hеlісорtеr flіght уоu shоuld sее іf уоu саn оnlу dо оnе. Маnу mоvіеs wеrе fіlmеd hеrе, іnсludіng Κіng Κоng, Ѕоuth Расіfіс, аnd оf соursе Јurаssіс Раrk, bесаusе оf thе trеmеndоuslу lush јunglе аrеа саllеd thе Νа Раlі соаst. Тhіs іs а vеrу rоugh аnd hаrd tо rеасh аrеа оn thе fаr sіdе оf thе іslаnd. Yоu'll lоvе іt!</p>
<p>Аnоthеr grеаt рlасе tо vіsіt іs thе <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/kilauea-lighthouse-kauai-hawaii">Κіlаuеа Lіghthоusе. Lосаtеd оn Κаuаі’s Νоrth Ѕhоrе</a>, Κіlаuеа Роіnt іs іtsеlf а rеmnаnt оf а fоrmеr vоlсаnіс vеnt thаt lаst еruрtеd аbоut 500,000 уеаrs аgо. (Тоdау, оnlу а smаll роrtіоn rеmаіns, іnсludіng а 568-fооt bluff.) Тhе U.Ѕ. gоvеrnmеnt рurсhаsеd thе Роіnt іn 1909 аnd bеgаn соnstruсtіоn оn а lіghthоusе, whісh wаs соmрlеtеd іn 1913. Fоr thе nехt sеvеrаl dесаdеs, thе Κіlаuеа Lіghthоusе sеrvеd аs аn іmроrtаnt nаvіgаtіоnаl аіd fоr соmmеrсіаl shірріng vеssеls sаіlіng thrоugh thе Наwаііаn аrсhіреlаgо tо аnd frоm thе Оrіеnt. Тhе lіghthоusе’s bеаm соuld rеасh 90 mіlеs оut tо sеа, аnd іts lеns wаs thе lаrgеst оf іts tуре еvеr mаdе.<br/>
Тіmе аnd tесhnоlоgу stаnd stіll fоr nо оnе, hоwеvеr, аnd іn 1976 thе lіghthоusе wаs dеасtіvаtеd bу thе Соаst Guаrd аnd rерlасеd wіth аn аutоmаtіс bеасоn. Тhrее уеаrs lаtеr, Κіlаuеа Lіghthоusе wаs dеsіgnаtеd а Νаtіоnаl Ніstоrісаl Lаndmаrk. </p>
<p>There are so many more destinations that are a "must see", be sure to check out our <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-kauai">Top 12 Things To Do and See on Kauai</a> section for more information.</p>
<p>Κаuаі rеаllу іs аn аmаzіng рlасе, аnd а fаvоrіtе аmоng hоnеуmооnеrs аrоund thе wоrld. Іt hаs аlwауs bееn tо mе thе bеst іslаnd thаt sреаks оf rоmаnсе аnd аdvеnturе, аnd thеrе іs рlеntу tо dо thеrе tо kеер уоu оссuріеd! Ѕtау іn Κаuаі аs уоur hоmе bаsе, but bе surе tо vеnturе оut tо thе оthеr іslаnds аnd sее thе sіghts, thеrе іs рlеntу tо dо thеrе аlsо! Наvе fun!</p>
Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-31279157444006973652014-12-17T07:39:00.001-08:002014-12-17T07:40:45.725-08:00Visit Maui Hawaii, There Is So Much To Do<p>А іmроrtаnt соmроnеnt оf hаvіng а grеаt Маuі vасаtіоn іs hаvіng fun. Аftеr аll, whо wаnts tо bе bоrеd оn а Наwаііаn vасаtіоn? Аs wіth уоur оvеrnіght ассоmmоdаtіоns, уоu hаvе sо mаnу Наwаіі асtіvіtіеs tо сhооsе frоm. Whаt уоu dо сhооsе shоuld dереnd оn уоur оwn реrsоnаl рrеfеrеnсеs, аs wеll аs thе аgеs оf уоur trаvеlіng раrtу. Ноwеvеr, еvеn іf уоu аrе оn а fаmіlу vасаtіоn, thеrе аrе mаnу асtіvіtіеs thаt аrе grеаt fоr іndіvіduаls оf аll аgеs.</p>
<p>Рорulаr асtіvіtіеs еnјоуеd bу Маuі vасаtіоnеrs іnсludе swіmmіng, bоаtіng, sаіlіng, fіshіng, hіkіng, sіghtsееіng, kауаkіng, surfіng, horseback riding, аnd whale watching. Іf уоu hаvе tіmе, уоu аrе еnсоurаgеd tо tаkе а Наwаіі dіnnеr сruіsе оr а рrіvаtе hеlісорtеr tоur оvеr thе іslаnd. Нumрbасk whаlе wаtсhіng іs аlsо еnјоуаblе fоr аll. Here are three examples of what you can see or do:</p>
<b>Тhе Наnа Ніghwау</b>
<p>Аs рrеvіоuslу stаtеd, sіghtsееіng іs аn асtіvіtу еnјоуеd bу mаnу Наwаіі vасаtіоnеrs. Whіlе уоu dо hаvе а numbеr оf grеаt Маuі аttrасtіоns tо сhооsе frоm, а drіvе uр оr dоwn thе <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/the-road-to-hana-maui-hawaii">Наnа Ніghwау</a> іs rесоmmеndеd. <br/>
Rіght nоw, уоu mау bе thіnkіng thаt а drіvе uр а hіghwау dоеsn't sоund lіkе muсh fun, but уоu mау bе surрrіsеd. Тhе Наnа Ніghwау іs 53 mіlеs lоng аnd іt іs а sіghtsееrs drеаm. Аlоng thе wау, уоu wіll sее mаnу sсеnеrіеs thаt wіll tаkе уоur brеаthе аwау аnd mаkе fоr sоmе аmаzіng рісturеs. Тhе vіеws thаt уоu wіll fіnd оn thіs сurvу hіghwау іnсludе thе осеаn, wаtеrfаlls, lush fоlіаgе, hіstоrіс brіdgеs, аnd sо muсh mоrе.</p>
<b>Haleakala</b>
<p><a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/haleakala-national-park-hawaii-holiday">Наlеаkаlа Νаtіоnаl Раrk</a> strеtсhеs асrоss thе еаst оf thе іslаnd оf Маuі аnd іs hоmе tо thе соmmаndіng 10,000 fооt Наlеаkаlа Сrаtеr, thе wоrld's bіggеst іnасtіvе vоlсаnо аnd Маuі's hіghеst реаk, thе sоаrіng slореs оf whісh саn bе sееn frоm аnу роіnt оn Маuі. Тhе tеrm 'Наlеаkаlа' mеаns 'hоusе оf thе sun': а bеаutіful nаmе whісh аррrорrіаtеlу dеsсrіbеs hоw thе sun саn bе sееn rіsіng tо thе еаst оf thе mоuntаіn.</p>
<b>Helicopter Tours</b>
<p><a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/helicopter-tour-maui-hawaii">Маuі Неlісорtеr Тоurs</a> аrе а grеаt wау tо sее thе bеаutу оf Маuі, thе Rоmаntіс Іslаnd, іn Наwаіі. Тhе рlасе whеrе Јurаssіс Раrk wаs fіlmеd, thіs іslаnd іs full оf ехсіtіng sіtеs аnd bеаutіful lаnds. Маnу оf thе sресtасulаr рlасеs саn nоt bе rеасhеd bу lаnd аnd саn оnlу bе sееn іn thе аіr. Fоr suсh рlасеs thеrе іs nо bеttеr wау tо trаvеl thеn thе Маuі Аіr Неlісорtеr Тоurs. Durіng thеsе tоurs tоurіst trаvеl Наwаіі bу аіr vіеwіng thе drаmаtіс соаst lіnеs, dеер vаllеуs, rаіnfоrеst, vоlсаnоеs, сrаtеrs, аnd оthеr mаgnіfісеnt рlасеs.</p>
...and many, many more. Be sure to check out our <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-maui">Top 10 Things To Do and See in Maui</a> section for more information.
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00048629331317069921noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-19954384131455654112014-12-15T04:02:00.000-08:002014-12-15T04:03:09.832-08:00The beauty of Kauai Island in Hawaii<p>The world is filled with wonders and it will never run out of marvelous places that are worth-visiting. However, there are certain places that really outshine others. One of the greatest marvels of the world is <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-kauai">Kauai Island in Hawaii</a>. It’s a little wonderland of the Pacific region and many people go back to it again and again.</p>
<p>Kauai, which is the oldest island in Hawaii, is popularly known as the “Garden Isle”. It is inherently abundant in terms of natural resources. In fact, it is a home of many different animals like wild chickens which originated from Polynesians. The Island is also rich in various crops like mango, guava, banana, papaya, avocado, coffee, pineapple and many more. This happy hunting ground is also a living embodiment of Hawaiian culture as you can encounter a lot of artifacts in its finest exhibition halls. The place is really amazing not just because of the magnificent sceneries present, but also because of the warm and accommodating people that dwell there. In terms of geographic attractions, there are spectacular volcanoes as well as majestic beaches on the Island that you can enjoy. Below are some attractions that make the Island different from other islands in Hawaii.</p>
<b>Waimea Canyon and Kokee State Park</b><br>
<p>If you are extremely adventurous, this is the number one to-go when you visit the Island. The Waimea Canyon was recognized to be the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". The valley spreads across Waimea Canyon and Koke'e State parks. If you will go here, schedule it in the morning and of course, ensure that the weather is good so that you can clearly see the sky and clouds. Also, plan it on a clear day so that you can clearly see the vibrant color of the canyon. You will immensely enjoy the picturesque view of this enthralling scenery.</p>
<b>Kilauea Lighthouse</b><br>
<p>Another highlight of the place is the Kilauea Lighthouse. It is simply amazing as you look at the lighthouse alongside the beach. It can give you a soothing feeling because of the enchanting spectacle. This was actually the lighthouse featured in the Disney movie Lilo and Stitch. You can freely take memorable shots in this well- celebrated vista.</p>
<p>Aside from these awesome attractions, there are also fun-filled activities that you can do while you spend the holiday in the Island. You can actually roam around the wide sugar plantations of the place or have a great time with Whale watching or stretch some sways with golf. The place is really ideal for golf as it has wide golf courses. Moreover, if you just want to relax, you can go to the different beaches like Anini Beach Park, Kee Beach, Hanalei Bay beach Park and many more. If you want a breathtaking view, you can engage with a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/helicopter-tour-kauai-hawaii">Kauai Hawaii Helicopter Ride</a> for you to see the whole Island and be mesmerized by how perfect this dreamland is.</p>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00048629331317069921noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-76056122138399945542014-11-28T03:56:00.001-08:002014-11-28T03:56:09.520-08:00Hawaii: The 50th State but 1st in Holiday Destinations<p><a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com">Holidays in Hawaii</a> are the most visited state of the union. Although it is a small state, broken up into individual islands and as far away a state from the continental United States that there is, it’s still the most coveted holiday destination of them!</p>
<p>Perhaps that’s why so many people in the United States choose Hawaii as a vacation spot. It is far enough away and different enough to feel like you’re in an entirely different country but still the good ole’ US of A.</p>
<p>However, the United States population doesn’t make the state of Hawaii the most popular of vacation destinations. Nope. That would be the rest of the world that does that. </p>
<b>Hawaii’s Journey from Island Nation to Territory and Finally, the 50th State</b><br/><br/>
<p>On June 14, 1900 the United States Congress passes an act that is called the Hawaii Organic Act that established the Hawaiian Islands as a US territory and grants all peoples of Hawaii citizenship in the United States</p>
<p>Between 1903 and 1958 several bills are forwarded from the Hawaiian Territory Government to the US Congress requesting that Hawaii be granted statehood. Although these bills went to congress for consideration none of the bills garnered enough attention to get approval.</p>
<p>December 7th 1941 the sneak attack by the Japanese on Pearl Harbor. The World War causes resentment and distrust of Hawaiians with Japanese ancestry and their “American-ness” becomes questioned. Sadly, Hawaii is then placed under martial law until 1944.</p>
<p>February 1, 1943. Volunteers from mainland and island based “relocation camps” are stood up as the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. The unit is comprised mostly of Nisei (American born children of Japanese Immigrants). This unit fights in Italy and takes many casualties resulting in the becoming one of the most decorated units in the war.</p>
<p>On December 2, 1945 the US interior secretary officially endorses Hawaii’s Statehood.</p>
<p>On March 11, 1959 the 86th US Senate approves Alaskan statehood and in an attempt to maintain political balance (Alaska was predominantly Democrats while Hawaii was mostly Republican the time) approves the bid for Hawaiian Statehood.</p>
<p>On August 21, 1959 President Eisenhower makes it official by signing a proclamation that welcomes Hawaii as the 50th state of the Union.
Hawaii has a storied past. From ancient times and people to the more current 20th Century history. A holiday in Hawaii will show you what makes the islands and their peoples so special.</p>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00048629331317069921noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-72564924435026928832014-06-30T05:30:00.001-07:002014-06-30T05:30:26.871-07:00Take a Day Trip to Lanai and Molokai while on Maui Hawaii<div class="MsoNormal">
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Lanai?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>The
Garden of the Gods:</b> A plateau with preternatural boulders of all shapes and
sizes that have been worn down by millions of years erosion from the wind. If you time your visit for sunset then the
boulders will glow.</div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Hulopoe
Beach:</b> This beach is located a short
stroll from the Four Seasons Resort on Manele Bay. The beach has perfectly calm waters all year
round and is perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and even the chance to see
spinner dolphins. </div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Kanepuu
Reserve:</b> This is a rare, dry land forest
in the heart of tropical Hawaii. The
reserve features many different types of trees, to include: ebony, sandalwood and olive. The reserve also houses and protects axis
deer and mouflon sheep.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Why Visit
Molokai?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Kealakekua
Bay:</b> One of the best snorkeling
spots in Hawaii is right off the coast of Kealakekua Bay. You will have to kayak out to prime
snorkeling locations but it’s worth the effort because you may have a few
spinner dolphins swimming right along your kayak.</div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Kaunakakai
Pier</b>: It is the longest wharf in
Hawaii. Take a chartered boat ride and
cast your line out. Your efforts could
result in a catch of marlin, mahimahi, ahi (tuna) and/or Oho!</div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Halawa
Valley:</b> Take a trip to the historic
Halawa Valley and see where legends says the some of the first Polynesian
settlers first landed and set up villages.
Beautiful scenery of historic and native Hawaii.</div>
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You can see why taking a day trip from Maui to Molokai or
Lanai would well worth it during <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/">Holidays in Hawaii.</a> Don’t limit yourself to one island when you
can 2 in the same day!</div>
Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-76943196062630079942014-06-24T04:52:00.001-07:002014-07-01T03:06:33.544-07:00SNUBA in Hawaii to Make Memories that Last a Lifetime.<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">There’s a whole new rage taking over the water sports
community.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s called snuba and it is
magically awesome!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">In the past people on <b><a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/">vacation in Hawaii</a> </b>would flock to gorgeous snorkeling and scuba spots
on the Hawaiian Islands to see beautiful marine life right in front of
them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Some of those spots include Hanauma Bay, Electric
Beach and Shark’s Cove on Oahu. Molokini
Crater in Maui (gorgeous location and perhaps the best snorkeling spot in the
world!). Kealakekua Bay on the Big
Island and Ke’e Beach on Kauai. These
locations are awesome for snorkeling and
scuba.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">We’re
talking about SNUBA, though</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">…a cross between snorkeling and
scuba.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">What is
SNUBA?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Basially, snuba is a form of surface-supplied air from
a raft, kayak or small boat. The person
who is diving wears flippers, a diving mask and weights. There is a regulator on the mask that runs to
the air supply system on the vessel above via tubing. The weights are so the person can actually
submerge into the water and swim around to explore.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Snuba is super safe.
There is always a trained professional keeping an eye on all
divers. The breathing system is expertly
developed by SNUBA international. So,
relax and enjoy the magic of snuba on your visit to Hawaii.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Best Places
to SNUBA in Hawaii During Your Visit<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Big Island Water Sports, Kahanuola
/Honokohau Harbor on the Big Island<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Body Glove Hawaii, Kailua-Kona on
the Big Island<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Four Seasons Resort-Manele Bay on
Lanai<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Aqua Adventures at the Molokini Crater
on Maui<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Lani Kai at the Molokini Crater on
Maui<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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F<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Holole’a Kai at Ko’Olina on Oahu<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Pacific Beach Hotel Oceanarium in
Honolulu<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Note: Maui has A LOT of places that offer
snuba. If you’re on that Island for your
holiday just ask around…there’s bound to be one nearby!<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Why is Snuba So Magical?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Snorkeling
is great but it has its limitations. You need to stay close to shore and can’t
dive for long periods of time to “hang out” with the marine life. Scuba is awesome, but you need to get
certified, become good at it, and lug around a heavy air tank. <b>Snuba
is the perfect mix of both of them.</b>
You can dive in semi-deep water, and stay submerged because of the
weights and the breathing system. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">It doesn’t
take long to watch an educational video or receive a safety and instructional
class (one hour tops!) and then you can be “doing the snuba” with tropical
fish, Hawaiian green sea turtles (<i>honu</i>),
moray eels and rays. <b><i>A
must do on your <a href="http://http%3B//www.tailormadehawaii.com">Hawaii holiday</a> to create that memorable experience of a
lifetime!</i></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-63545689034970329982014-06-23T02:54:00.000-07:002014-06-23T02:54:45.751-07:00Hawaii Holidays Experiencing Tubing in Kauai <div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">You may be thinking that tubing only belongs at water
parks.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">So, you rationalize:</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><i style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Why
would I visit an island paradise like Hawaii and go to a waterpark? </i><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">That’s where you making a mistake.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">When you’re on </span><b style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/">holiday in Hawaii</a><u> </u></b><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">you might as well accept that each </span><b style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><i>Hawaiian
Island is a natural water park of</i></b><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> wonder and amusement.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Tubing on the island of Kauai is like traversing
rugged mountains that are blanketed by lush, evergreen forest. It’s a beautiful experience, as you get to
see tropical vegetation and flora and native birds all the while floating down
a cooling mountain river. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Sounds great, right?
Now imagine that you take those scenes and capture them on video? You’ll be experiencing the <b>natural beauty of Hawaii</b> and making
enjoyable memories for the entire family, while at the same time building a
permanent account of the event. You can
show friends and family back home or watch it over and over again years later.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Why is
Natural Tubing the <i>Perfect </i>Hawaiian
Activity?</span></b><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">In order to achieve natural tubing you need a few
things: elevation, flowing water and the
right climate to do it year round. Oh, and large irrigation systems. The
Hawaiian Islands are perfect for the activity and especially the island of
Kauai<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Kauai is home to old sugar plantations that are no
longer active. During the 1800’s
intricate irrigation systems were built to bring natural flowing mountain water
down to water the fields. Since those
irrigation channels are no longer being used they have been converted into the
perfect tubing experience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Best Place
to Tube on Your Hawaiian Holiday<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Kauai Backcountry Adventures<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Location: Kuhio
Highway, Hanama’ulu, HI (on the Island of Kauai_<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Located on 17,000 acres of the former Lihue sugar
plantation in the middle of Kauai backcountry, this experience will bring you
close to the Hawaiian nature scene in a near extreme way. Besides tubing, you can also zipline down the
mountain.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">The zipline adventure is almost as fun as the tubing
experience. While the zipline may not be appropriate for all age groups, you
can guarantee that those who do fly high over the lush rainforest into the
valley below will never forget it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Don’t
Worry: Your Safety is Paramount<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">With both the Kauai tubing and ziplining experience,
the activity moderators ensure that each person wears a safety helmet and is
thoroughly briefed on the safety procedures.
There are also tour and safety guides along each part of the tubing
channel. They also send off and receive
you on the zipline adventure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Tube the mountain waters of zipline over tropical
forest during your <b><i><a href="http://http%3B//www.tailormadehawaii.com">Hawaii holiday</a></i></b> to make your visit to paradise a memory that
you will cherish forever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-24777789818518065582014-06-23T02:47:00.001-07:002014-06-23T02:47:30.417-07:00Captain James Cook Memorial during your Hawaiian holiday<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Just over 10 miles south of Kailua Village in South
Kona on the Big Island is </span><b style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Kealekekua Bay
State Historical Park</b><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">The entire
bay is a marine conversation park that is just about the best location for
snorkeling, scuba and kayaking all in one spot.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">
</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">The water is crystal clear, and besides schools of tropical fish, you’ll
have the opportunity to see Hawaiian green sea turtles, and maybe even some
spinner dolphins.</span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a></div>
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you’re on the big island during your<b> </b><a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/">Holidays in Hawaii.</a> But wait! There’s more… <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the UK Connected through History<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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that, ironically, connects Hawaii with Britain.
You see, Kealekekua Bay is where Captain James Cook first landed on the
Hawaii Big Island. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Cook was the first Briton to make contact with the
Hawaiian Islands, first landing in Kauai in 1778. The story of Cook and the Hawaiian Islands is
a strange one. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sacred and belonging to that of the fertility God, Lono. It would appear that the Hawaiians attached
religious significance to the landing of Cook and his crew at the Bay. They were regarded as Gods. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">On Cook’s second visit to the island, it was evident
that he and his crew were revered. The
second visit happened in the midst of a Hawaiian fertility festival dedicated
to Lono. For a month, Cook and his crew
took full advantage of the way they were revered and the significance of
“fertility” of the bay. They traded
metal and other goods in exchanged for sex.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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were then known to be mortal. The
natives became restless and upset at being deceived. They formed a mob. Cook’s crew fired upon them but they were
forced to flee. One of the ships were
damaged in the withdrawal by storms and forced to return. The angry mob of natives did not relent and
Cook’s men were soon overwhelmed. Some
escaped. Other’s didn’t. Among the dead was Cook.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the Captain James Cook Memorial Today<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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still remain. One, a white obelisk near
the shores of Kealakekua Bay symbolizes and memorializes Cook’s death. The second, on the east side of the bay is a
sacred temple dedicated to the Hawaiian fertility god, Lono.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Connected throughout history and present day by visitors. Don’t miss out on your chance to visit and
experience the bay and the <b>Captain James
Cook Memorial during your <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/">Hawaiian holiday</a></b></span>Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-57739914327523562302014-06-20T06:49:00.000-07:002014-11-28T04:08:31.451-08:00Learn to Play the Ukulele on Your Holiday in Hawaii<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Aaah, the ukulele…that very small, “guitar-looking-fiddle”
of an instrument thing. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">The ukulele has that unique Hawaiian sound that so
many have come to know. There are
millions of people who leave Hawaii every year with a brand new ukulele and the
passion to learn how to play it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Will you bring home a ukulele or take lesson during
your <a href="http://http%3B//www.tailormadehawaii.com">holiday to Hawaii</a>? Probably! The sound
and feel are addicting and it is the perfect keepsake from your Hawaiian holiday
and a way to always remember your trip.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the Ukulele<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">First of all, the pronunciation is often butchered by
tourists in Hawaii. The correct
pronunciation is <i>oo-koo-leh-leh</i>
opposed to the mispronunciation of <i>yoo-koo-lay-lay</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">The ukulele actually originates in Portugal. During the 18<sup>th</sup> century,
traditional lutes and guitars were made smaller for easier transportation and
affordability. These small instruments
were known as <i>machete de braca</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">As Portuguese workers came to Hawaii, they brought the
machete de braca with them on boats. On
board on boats were 3 wood workers who each hoped to open furniture
businesses. Since furniture didn’t
appeal to the simple, native Hawaiians those businesses soon failed. However, the Hawaiians did fall in love with
the machete and the cabinet makers were soon making them in droves for the
locals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">The instrument eventually became the “ukulele” in<i> </i>Hawaiian. Literally translated the word means “jumping
flea”. The name probably came about
because of the way the musician’s fingers jumped around the strings and
instrument. The instrument was a
favorite of the Hawaiian royal family.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Where to
Get Free Ukulele Lessons in Hawaii</span></b><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">While the instrument didn’t originate with Hawaii, the
Polynesian culture quickly adopted the instrument and made the sound uniquely
synonymous with Hawaiian folk music and the luau.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Many locations, particularly hotels, give FREE ukulele
lessons as part of their amenities and entertainment. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">The Royal Hawaiian Center on Oahu<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">The Sheraton Waikiki Hotel<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Kaanapali Beach Hotel on Maui<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Mauna Lani Bay Hotel on the Big
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Kona Seaside Hotel on the Big
Island<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Kauai Hyatt on Kauai<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Hawaiian Islands where you can get free ukulele lessons during your Hawaiian
holiday. If the particular lodging
you’re staying at does not provide free lessons then be sure to ask the
concierge where you can find them for a deal or free nearby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">If you do bring home a ukulele from your <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/">holiday in Hawaii</a> then you can rest assured that your lessons don’t have to end in
Hawaii. There are many spots online that
offer free ukulele lessons.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Dawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00105462083133929843noreply@blogger.com0Hawaii, USA19.8967662 -155.582781800000025.1379276999999988 -176.2370788 34.6556047 -134.92848480000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-46208489957646887772013-03-04T01:26:00.000-08:002013-03-04T01:27:17.740-08:00Kilauea Lighthouse Celebration<p>Taking a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-kauai">holiday in Kauai, Hawaii</a>? Well if you are visiting Hawaii in May then be sure to check this event out! </p>
<p>The Hawaii Island of Kauai has a very special birthday this year. Kilauea lighthouse celebrates 100 years of guiding the way to ships and the lighthouse first shone in 1913. The lighthouse served as navigation to ships sailing on the Orient run. Today Kilauea Point is one of Kauai’s most popular sites to visit and has earned its listing on the State and National Registers of Historic Places. The light was decommissioned in 1976, however the US Fish and Wildlife Service acquired it in 1985 and currently they manage the 31 acre site as part of a 203 acre wildlife refuge.</p>
<p>The Kilauea Lighthouse celebrations will run from May 1st – May 5th 2013, with special exhibits on display and daily guided tours of the lighthouse also giving a close up view of the lighthouse interior. Then on the 4th May 2013 a very special treat, the relighting of the lighthouse will take place at dusk. This will be the first time since 2010 that the Kilauea Lighthouse will shine.</p>
<p>So if you are taking a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-hawaii">holiday to Hawaii </a>in May then don’t miss this special event.</p>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-24906682251986480652013-02-28T02:21:00.000-08:002013-02-28T02:25:23.050-08:00Things to do in Hawaii for March This weekend sees the start of the 19th annual Honolulu festival, taking place from 1st - 3rd march 2013. Located on the Hawaii Island of Oahu in Waikiki, the theme for this great festival is going to be Harmony of cultures across the Pacific, showcasing a fantastic display of Hawaiian cultures. Over the weekend you can enjoy local crafts, music, singing, dancing, fireworks, and a vibrant colourful parade through Waikiki, perfect for all the <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/hawaiian-family-holidays">family on a holiday to Hawaii</a>.<br />
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<p>The Hawaiian Island of Kauai celebrates Prince Kuhio birthday from March 16th – 30th 2013 (an official state holiday in Hawaii). Kuhio was one of Hawaii’s most beloved alii (royalty) and statesmen. Located in Poipu, Eleele, Lihue and Wailua the various celebrations and events will provide many insights into the Hawaiian culture, from music, dancing and crafts to a traditional Hawaiian boat race, the festival shows a beautiful array of Hawaiian history.</p>
<p>So if you are visiting Hawaii in March then be show to check these colourful events out!</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-13959068865088596292013-02-15T08:27:00.001-08:002013-02-15T08:27:53.680-08:00International Driving Permit Update<p>Charter Travel have been advised by ABTA that the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles have suspended the state’s recently enacted International Driving Permit requirement and is pending further study. International visitors who plan to drive in Florida will now only need a valid driver’s license issued from their own country (both parts - if applicable) and a major credit card.</p>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-43427011863591185052013-02-14T04:53:00.000-08:002013-02-14T13:51:14.293-08:00Do I need an International Driving Permit? <strong>Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive a hire car in Florida? In short, YES, you do!</strong><br />
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This has been the topic of conversion across forums and social media sites in the last week and has been a question that we have been swamped with. In fact we are quite surprised at the lack of communication there has been to inform anyone of this … we weren’t informed and even the car hire companies did not appear to be aware of this??<br />
However, after some extensive research it has come to light that if you have a UK driving license and you are planning on driving in Florida then you will need an International Driving Permit(IDP). This came into action on the 1st January 2013 and can be purchased from your local post office - currently priced at £5.50.<br />
As it stands we are aware that this is just a law that has been implemented in the state of Florida, however there may be a possibility that it will be adopted in other states so be sure to check with your local post office if you plan on driving in the USA.<br />
You will find more information on this at your local <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.postoffice.co.uk/international-driving-permit">Post Office</a> and <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.theaa.com/getaway/idp/index.html">The AA</a>. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-9622413109978371762013-02-12T09:18:00.000-08:002013-02-12T09:22:06.361-08:00Top Water Sports to do on a Maui Holiday<p>So we have done the research and found the best water sport to take part in on a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-Maui">Maui holiday</a>! If you’re into ocean activities then this article will give you the information you need to have a blast on your holiday to Maui, Hawaii. </p>
<h2>Whale Watching in Maui</h2>
<p>This has got to be a number one for all. <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/things-to-do-Maui-hawaii">Whale watching in Maui</a> is truly magical and can be enjoyed by all ages. Humpback whales migrate to Hawaii during the winter months, so why not treat yourselves to this amazing experience as Maui is regarded as the best place in the world for whale watching. </p>
<h2>Snorkelling in Maui</h2>
<p>In second place we have snorkelling of course. Submerge yourself into the underwater world of Maui and see the fantastic colours, sea life and coral reef of the warm ocean of Maui. You will find the very best snorkelling tours on offer in Maui and you will be able to cater it to your needs as the tour instructors will adapt it to your snorkelling abilities. Something that would be worthwhile is a snorkel tour to Molokini Crater and you will be sure to pick up memories to last a life time. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<h2>Surfing in Maui</h2>
<p>Ok, so surfing has to be next on the list. If you fancy yourself as a surfer or would like to learn, then where better to start than Hawaii? Maui is known for having fantastic surf conditions all year round and is in fact the best island to learn to surf on as the conditions tend to be just right for new surfers. Allow your surf dreams to become a reality in Maui!</p>
<h2>Kite Surfing in Maui</h2>
<p>Slightly more active – we have kite surfing. Becoming more and more popular on Maui, kite surfing is a great activity that you can partake in on your <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-Maui">holiday to Maui</a>. However, we must say that kite surfing is a difficult skill to learn and it is very important to book with a great instructor who can take you through the safety too. A good place to start is with Aqua Sports, a great kite surfing school in Maui.</p>
<h2>Sport Fishing</h2>
<p>Last but not least we have sport fishing in Maui. Now, sport fishing may not be for everyone but it is great fun in Maui if you love to fish. There are many fishing tours that you can go on to take advantage of the great marine life in the Hawaiian oceans. You will find a wide variety of fish surrounding Maui including Bill fish and Hawaiian game fish including; Striped Marlin, Spearfish, Sailfish, Mahi-Mahi, Ono, Ahi, and Aku to name a few. Be sure to check out Maui Sport Fishing Charters to guarantee a great fishing experience.</p>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-33400182557380370772013-01-29T02:16:00.001-08:002013-01-29T02:17:35.434-08:00Facebook Competition!<strong>Have you ever been to Hawaii?</strong><br />
If the answer is yes then you are in for a treat. We have a new Facebook page: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/tailormadehawaii">www.facebook.com/tailormadehawaii</a> and we have decided to run our first competition in celebration of Valentine's Day! See below on how to enter...<br />
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Good luck everyone and we look forward to seeing your snaps. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-81969249018039232932013-01-24T08:54:00.000-08:002013-01-24T09:09:29.191-08:00Things to do in Hawaii in February <p>Hawaii is a fantastic destination to visit in February and there are some great options for a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-hawaii">holiday in Hawaii</a> for February. The weather sees highs of 27⁰C and lows of 17⁰C throughout the month of February with medium to large surf on the North and West shores. If you’ve decided on going on a holiday to Hawaii over February then this article will help you to plan your trip with exciting events taking place. </p>
<h2>Battleship Missouri Memorial – 2nd Feb 2013</h2>
<p>If you enjoy history then this is a perfect “must do” for you. Celebrating the 69th anniversary of the launch of the USS Missouri from Brooklyn Navy Yard and the anniversary of the ship’s opening as a memorial in Pearl Harbour, the Battleship Missouri Memorial day takes place on the 2nd Feb and is a day of great festivities including performances, games, and demonstrations.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<h2>Giordano Dance Chicago  - 4th - 14th Feb 2013</h2>
<p>A high impact, high-energy jazz dance performance for all ages, this production is a great show to see on your holiday in Hawaii in February. Showcasing at various venues in Hawaii on the Hawaiian Tour from the 4th - 14th Feb 2013. </p>
<h2>Taiko Drum and Dance 8th Feb – 17th Feb 2013</h2>
<p>First up is the loud and colourful Taiko Drum and Dance Collaboration of Honolulu, Oahu. Taking place at the Kennedy Theatre and with reasonable ticket prices this can be an event for all the family on your Hawaii holiday.</p>
<h2>World Whale Day – 16th Feb 2013</h2>
<p>Celebrate Hawaii’s humpback whales at the World Whale Day. Starting at 9am with a fantastic parade along South Kihei Road, Maui and continuing on to Kalama Park in Kihei, it’s a great day out to experience the colour and culture of Hawaii. The day will provide live music from top Hawaiian recording artists, food from local restaurants, hula dancing and much more.</p>
<p>This article provides you with a taster of the great activities happening in Hawaii throughout February 2013 but there is so much more you can do on a holiday to Hawaii in February so be sure to check back soon for more information on attractions, excursions, hotels and much more on Hawaii. </p>
<p>We also have a great Hawaii Island Hopping Holiday for Feb 2013! Take a look here- <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/hawaii-island-hopping-offer">Hawaii Island Hopping Holiday</a>.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-49767762954561395972013-01-16T08:40:00.002-08:002013-01-21T05:00:48.883-08:00Top Beaches of HawaiiSo you’ve booked your <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/" target="_blank">flights to Hawaii</a> and organised your holiday (or you are looking to) and you want to know what beaches to check out whilst you’re there. Well you have come to the right place because we are offing you some great information on our pick of the top 3 beaches of Hawaii!<br />
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Kaanapali Beach, Maui</h2>
Known as a watersport paradise, Kaanapali Beach in west Maui is one to visit if you’re into your snorkelling, scuba diving, surfing; the list goes on as virtually all watersports are on offer at this fantastic beach in Hawaii. A main attraction of this beach is the black lava formed rock that divides the beach named The Black Rock. If you’re planning a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-maui" target="_blank">holiday to Maui</a>, Hawaii then this is a beach you can’t miss. <br />
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Saturated with an abundance of sea life, Hanauma Bay was created by flooding of a volcanic crater and in turn has become a beautiful bay for all to enjoy on their <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-hawaii" target="_blank">holiday to Hawaii</a>. If you get chance to visit this gorgeous beach on your <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-oahu" target="_blank">Oahu, Hawaii holiday</a> then make sure you plan your visit and arrive early. <br />
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Hanalei Bay Beach - Kauai</h2>
Some might say that Hanalei Bay Beach is the most beautiful beach in all of Hawaii and if you pay it a visit you will see why. Located on the North Shore of Kauai, this phenomenal bay is set to a backdrop of cascading waterfalls and luscious mountain tops; a truly breath-taking view and a perfect spot for rest and relaxation. So if you’re looking for white sands, tropical seas, large coral reefs and endless activities to part take in then this is the Hawaiian beach for you.<br />
So, we hope you’ve enjoyed our pick of beaches this time round, be sure to check back again soon for more information on holidays to Hawaii, <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/things-to-do-Kauai-hawaii" target="_blank">things to do</a>, beaches to visit and sights to see. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07465144552287071271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6431318380159598301.post-31180514938075353222013-01-09T09:08:00.002-08:002013-01-10T03:35:28.137-08:00Things to do on a January Holiday to Hawaii January is a fantastic time of year to take a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/index.php" target="_blank">holiday to Hawaii</a>. Although January is one of the coolest months of the year for Hawaii, temperatures still reach highs of 28⁰C. For your January holiday to Hawaii you will have plenty to do and see and this blog article will provide you with the very best information on things to do on a Hawaiian holiday in January 2013.
After you’ve arranged your flights to Hawaii you will need to look in to what attractions and events are happening in Hawaii in January and potentially organise this before you go. You’re just in luck as we’ve researched this for you and provided a list of the top events below….enjoy! <b> </b><br />
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<b>Photo Tribute to the Whales Exhibit: 27<sup>th</sup> Jan-28<sup>th</sup> Feb 2013</b>
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Whale watching is a big thing in Hawaii and if you share the same love for this magnificent mammal as the Hawaiians do or have a passion for photography then this is right up your street. The Photo Tribute to the Whales Exhibition in <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-maui" target="_blank">Maui</a> commences on the 27<sup>th</sup> January 2013 through to the 28<sup>th</sup> February 2013 at the Ma'alaea Harbor Shops. This exhibition will leave you amazed by stunning photographs captured by professional nature photographers and the Pacific Whale Foundation researchers, plus it’s FREE admission! A holiday to Hawaii wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the whale watching culture.
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<b>The Sony Open: 7<sup>th</sup>-13<sup>th</sup> Jan 2013</b><br />
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For all those golf fanatics out there get yourselves to the 2013 Sony Open at the Waialae Country Club on the Island of Oahu and see the best golfer’s in the world compete for the whooping prize of $990,000. This event is great for all the family and is the largest charity event in Hawaii raising over $12 million in the past years. Take the opportunity to see this famous event on your <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/hawaii-new-york-san-francisco-holiday-offer" target="_blank">January holiday to Hawaii</a>.
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<b>5<sup>th</sup> Annual Run-Hawaii: 12<sup>th</sup>-19<sup>th</sup> Jan 2013</b><br />
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The 5<sup>th</sup> annual run consists of 3 group runs of 3 different islands – Maui, Big Island and Kauai. Choose between a hosted run for those keep fit fanatics, the fun runs for the ‘not so serious’ runners, and finally the non-runners and guests who would prefer to kick back, relax and watch the world go by, or the runners go by - should we say.
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<b>NFL Pro Bowl American Football: 27<sup>th</sup> Jan 2013</b><br />
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Again, another sporty event but one not to be missed! The NFL Pro Bowl is taking place on the 27<sup>th</sup> Jan 2013 in the Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-oahu" target="_blank">Island of Oahu</a>. On your holiday to Hawaii see the biggest stars of the NFL compete in the high powered sport of American Football. To experience this popular American sport; be sure to secure your ticket’s fast!
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<b>WICKED Theatre Production: 1<sup>st</sup> Jan-12<sup>th</sup> Jan 2013</b><br />
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WICKED is a fantastic Broadway production that will entertain long time theatre fans right through to first time viewers and is great to see on your January holiday to Hawaii when the season is slightly quieter. Presented by Broadway in Hawaii and showing at the Neil S. Blaisdell Center, on the Island of Oahu, this show is one for all the family and tickets can be purchased before you take your flights to Hawaii and is a great thing to do on a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-hawaii" target="_blank">Hawaiian holiday</a>.
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The largest and probably the most imposing of all the Hawaiian Islands
this is the ultimate in an exotic holiday adventure. The emphasis here
is on exploration, discovery and total relaxation. Hawaii Island will
mesmerize and enchant you; whatever you look for in a holiday this is
where you will find it. For those who want to fill every hour of every
day there is a great variety of activities, sightseeing and excursions
to enjoy and if it all becomes too much just chill out on a blissful
sandy beach or relax over a Hawaiian culinary delight in one of the many
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Volcanoes National Park</h2>
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Park and World Heritage Site cover 333,000 acres from the summit of
Maunaloe to the sea with many hiking trails that will take you through
craters, deserts and rainforests. You will be entranced by the
incredible sights at this park especially Kilauea Volcano being one of
the most active on earth and producing 250,000 to 650,000 cubic yards of
lava a day! You can sometime even watch the lava flowing into the sea
and the landscape change before your eyes, a remarkable sight.<br />
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Swim with the Dolphins</h2>
Don’t miss a chance to swim with the dolphins on the beautiful Kona
Coast as they live and play in their natural ocean habitat. This is a
unique experience to interact with these highly intelligent mammals, and
will become a memory that will last forever. Tours are available so
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Manta Rays in Kona</h2>
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majestic fish have wingspans of 20 feet or more. The best way to see
them is at night on one of the boat tours available setting off around
sunset from Honokohau Harbour. If you wish you can swim with the mantas,
snorkelling is permitted and also certified scuba divers. These
wonderful gentle giants will often glide by you in extreme proximity but
present no danger to swimmers.<br />
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<span style="color: #414141; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Hawaii Island Hopping is a fantastic way to see more than one of the Hawaii islands, if you are considering a <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-hawaii"><b><span style="color: #3399ff; text-decoration: none;">holiday to Hawaii</span></b></a> but are struggling to decide between the Islands, why choose? Let our knowledgeable and specialist team at Tailormade Hawaii help to create that unforgettable, once in a life-time, Hawaii Island Hopping holiday.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #414141; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Kauai, The Island of discovery! Kauai is famous worldwide for its remarkable backdrop and for decades of television shows and movies, its scenery used to help shape their epic tales, from Jurassic Park to James Cameron's Avatar, Raiders of the Lost Arc to the famous South Pacific and many more. You can witness these famous locations on the Islands Movie Tour and learn about more than 60 feature film shots whilst on location in Kauai. Have a go at mountain tubing; this is a fantastic, fun and relaxing way to experience the remote locations of <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-kauai"><b><span style="color: #3399ff; text-decoration: none;">Kauai</span></b></a> if you don't mind getting a bit wet in the process! Hiking is a great way to see the island's natural magnificence first-hand.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #414141; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">The Island of Maui, the Magic Isle! Take the chance to experience the romance and tranquillity of <a href="http://www.tailormadehawaii.com/holidays-to-maui"><b><span style="color: #3399ff; text-decoration: none;">Maui</span></b></a> with its 42 miles of heavenly secluded golden sandy beaches and breath-taking oceanfront hotels, luxurious resorts, great restaurants, majestic views and sights being just a snippet of this beautiful Island of Maui. Be sure to visit the Haleakala National Park and the natural pools of Oheo Gorge, take the plunge in Molokini's underwater volcanic crater alongside sea turtles or try out a spot of whale watching in the azure blue seas surrounding the island, at Tailormade Hawaii we will help to guide you to the areas that will best suit your requirements.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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