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Hawaii Vacation Tips
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Knowing that great cocktail bars are hard to find anywhere, I thought this was worth sharing: One for the Road: Honolulu http://liquor.com/liquor/articles/one-for-the-road-honolulu/ |
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Sat, Dec 11, 2010 4:49 PM
Matt the Cat & I just returned last week from Hawaii & Kauai, best time ever! We stayed in Kona at the Royal Kona Resort with Don the Beachcomber's Restaurant. Went to the City of Refuge south of Kona (Pu'uhonua o'Honaunau)and saw awesome tiki's. Took a helicopter (doors off) over the volcano and saw the lava flowing into the ocean (spectacular)!! In Kauai, we booked Kauai Back Country Excursions and inner tubed down the fresh water irrigation ditches through the plantations and mile long tunnels (awesome)! And took another helicopter over Kauai to see Na Pali coast in winter. Hit Tahiti Nui (48 year old tiki bar in Hanalei town up north). The bartenders said they are going to have one hell of a party when they turn 50, something to look for! Had an awesome time. Here's the link to my photos, and I'll post a few: Just click on the link and hit slideshow. I think it takes about 10 mins to view them all! http://www.flickr.com/photos/kenokai/sets/72157625452472311/ Here are some of my favorites:
I think Kauai is the most beautiful place I've ever been, it's so green and lush. I can't wait to go back! Mookie |
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Sat, Dec 11, 2010 8:15 PM
Fantastic photos! I love the aerial ones particularly! We were just on Kaua'i a little over a month ago (the thread is here - http://www.tikicentral.com/viewtopic.php?topic=38587&forum=16&2 - and we were at many of the same places, including "Da Nui". Really spectacular pics - makes me wish I could go back! Mahalo for posting them! |
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Sun, Jan 9, 2011 11:04 AM
I finally updated my blog with our latest trip to Oahu. This was our 2nd time in the last 2 years and we really enjoy that island, especially the food. Here is the link to day 1, we were there 8 days. http://alohatiki.blogspot.com/2010/12/oahu-2010-day-1.html Also, in February we were on our first trip to Kauai, which wasn't the best trip mainly due to being evacuated for the tsunami and spending too short of a time there. We think we need to go back to Kauai again so we can really appreciate it. We were only there 5 days (only 1 blog post). http://alohatiki.blogspot.com/2010/03/kauai-2010.html I know this thread is "hawaii vacation trips." And i have many in my blog posts, but if you don't want to slog thru those here are a few: -Go to a farmers market and bring a small cooler with you since you will want to buy everything |
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Sun, Jan 9, 2011 10:12 PM
Where in Kaua'i were the photos of the honu and the Tiki taken? |
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TikiMookie
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Sun, Nov 20, 2011 4:06 PM
I've been away too long! The Honu photo was taken in Hanalei, there's a pier and we walked out and just saw them swimming there. The tiki was at this polynesian village, along the river. We drove up a hill and to the right was a parking lot, you could walk to the lookout and see the waterfall where they shot the opening to Fantasy Island years ago. If you walk directly accross the street to the river side and look down, you'll see the village. I think we paid $5 each to walk around the self guided tour. Lots of tikis and huts and information. You can rent kayaks there too, we'll do that this year for sure! We leave on Thanksgiving for Kauai, staying up north in Hanalei this time. I can hardly wait! |
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Wed, Jan 11, 2012 12:41 PM
Heading to Hawai'i on Friday, staying at the Royal Kona resort as well. If any of the local's want to meet up for a cocktail just let me know. Definitely hooking up with the Ginardis at Okolemaluna and staying where DtB is located. First vist to the Islands so I am hela-psyched! |
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Wed, Jan 11, 2012 1:46 PM
Matt, you are gonna have SO. MUCH. FUN! I'll bet you're excited! Baz and I are hoping to take our second stay on the Big Island in the fall - also staying at the Royal Kona, probably. Enjoy! Hopefully you'll be able to post some pics when you get back! |
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Thu, Jan 12, 2012 9:58 AM
Heading to Kona on Saturday January 14th for a week and plan on visiting Okolemaluna a few times while we are there, definately on the 19th because that's wifeys birthday. See you there! |
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Alii Tiki
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Fri, Jan 13, 2012 4:11 PM
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Mon, Jan 16, 2012 10:38 AM
where u put da surfboard, brah?!?!? |
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Phillip Roberts
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Mon, Jan 16, 2012 9:00 PM
Aloha, Doing a Waikiki Tiki Walking Tour this Wednesday (1/18/12) at Noon... If anyone is in town, happy to meet up. Banyan Tree, Moana hotel. Be there by 12:05 at latest. Takes an hour and is free, plus you'll hear the VOICE of Don the Beachcomber. |
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Fri, Nov 2, 2012 10:54 AM
I want to recommend this tour. It is by far the best Pearl Harbor experience possible. It makes "pick-ups" at the major hotels, gets into secret areas on all bases active 12/07/1941, breaks for lunch at an officer’s club and has excellent prices in the Tiki bar/ museum. Here is a link to the tour details and one to their new brewing company. http://www.pearlharborhq.com/pearl_harbor_tour.html Mahalo! |
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Mon, Nov 26, 2012 7:40 PM
Just spent a week and a half on Oahu and the Big Island. Most of the places we visited have already been discussed here, so I won't duplicate, but there is one Kona location didn't see mentioned. Rays on the Bay at the Sheraton in Keauhou actually had one of the best Mai Tais we found. We're not convinced they followed their advertised recipe exactly (they were missing the mint, at least), these are a lime/rum mix with no OJ or pineapple juice. Just behind the bar/area, the hotel has spotlights that shine into the water at night, attracting plankton & Manta Rays. It's an easy way to see them without even having to get wet! |
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Alii Tiki
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Wed, Nov 28, 2012 5:05 PM
Aloha bamalamalu, |
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Wed, Dec 19, 2012 11:16 PM
Summary of Tiki in Hawaii: |
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Fri, Dec 28, 2012 8:46 AM
Sunset Magazine always has a lot of Hawaii travel tips. Top 29 dining spots of Hawaii The January 2013 issue has a big article on Hawaii. Beginner's guide to Kauai
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TikiTina
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Thu, Feb 28, 2013 1:05 PM
Going to Oahu at the end of April. SO excited! This will be the last of our big vacations for my husband and I. I am now 7 weeks pregnant with our first child :) |
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Thu, May 9, 2013 2:12 PM
Next time your on the Big Island reserve an excursion with my old high school buddy Jeff Dickinson to get up and close with Pele and the lava flow. He has alot of knowledge of Kilauea and the islands and will make sure you are safe while you get to experience mother nature at work. |
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TikiSpeer
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Sat, May 11, 2013 4:12 AM
Hi We will be at Waikiki in 9 weeks, could you please tell me about this Waikiki Tiki Walking Tour. |
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Kiwi Steve
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Sat, May 11, 2013 1:24 PM
LOOK OUT FOR THAT VAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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Mon, May 13, 2013 11:15 AM
The walking tour by Phillip Roberts is great! He does it for free, just because he likes to. You will see tikis that you would miss if you are unaware of there whereabouts. Phillip is a fun guy. He really knows the history and origins of everything in the area. He will take you through the International Marketplace and tell you all about Don the Beachcomber and Trader Vic's impact on the area. The International Marketplace has been threatened to be going away at anytime, so it might be the last time you will be able to experience it. I say that the walking tour is a must. Phillip Roberts wrote Waikiki Tiki. |
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Phillip Roberts
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Sat, Jun 15, 2013 8:03 PM
Thanks Luna, High praise. Waikiki Tiki walking tours will cease on August 15th, 2013. I will not do them after that date. Best, Phillip |
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Sun, Jun 16, 2013 3:11 PM
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Phillip Roberts
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Tue, Jun 18, 2013 12:55 AM
mahalo Nui Loa brother! Feel free to post a few pics of the tour... |
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Mon, Jun 24, 2013 8:39 PM
Sob! It's the beginning of the end....So glad we were able to get in on this last year. Definitely recommended to anyone with an upcoming trip. Thanks again for a great day, Phillip. Get in while you can! |
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Tue, Jun 25, 2013 6:48 PM
Images from Phillip Roberts walking tiki tour. Only happening for another month and a half. Go now if you haven't and do not pass up the chance if you will be on Oahu! |
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Thu, Jul 11, 2013 9:03 AM
I'm so disappointed to hear that Phillip! I'm flying into Honolulu late on the 15th of August! |
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Phillip Roberts
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Sat, Jul 13, 2013 9:49 AM
Well ok, I am actually doing one more tour on the 16th for some TC members... I had previously booked it. You can come along... Email me for details... |
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LoriLovesTiki
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Wed, Jul 17, 2013 7:06 AM
PM sent! Thanks for the personal invite, Phillip! |
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Phillip Roberts
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Fri, Jul 19, 2013 11:01 PM
Aloha, Of course, Lori. The August 16th tour will be not only the last but most probably will be an extended one... Walk as long as you can. It is going to start LATE. 3P hawaii time. Meet at the Entrance at King's Village... I will be back in Hawaii to get hitched to my girl in December and wiill do a tour 12/7 for the wedding party and anyone else who might be in Waikiki. So if coming, let me know! Phillip |
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Sat, Jul 20, 2013 2:42 PM
Congrats Phillip!!!!! That is awesome news! Em and I are super happy to hear that!!!! |
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Phillip Roberts
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Mon, Aug 5, 2013 9:57 PM
Mahalo. So yeah, last waikiki tik tour is set for 8/16/2013.. 3P at King's Village entrance on Kaiulani.. If like come, please let me know. Will be pleased to have you. If here before that day and like to meet up shoot over an email PR Waikiki Tiki; Art, History, and Photographs. [ Edited by: Phillip Roberts 2013-08-05 22:00 ] |
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Wed, Aug 7, 2013 7:05 PM
Next Week! I'll be in Hawai'i next week! |
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Wed, Aug 7, 2013 8:08 PM
Which island? |
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Pittsburgh pauly
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Sat, Aug 10, 2013 10:23 AM
O'ahu Aug 16-20
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LoriLovesTiki
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Sat, Aug 10, 2013 7:53 PM
Pauly, I'm so confused too! And I have 4 islands to be confused about. The thing that's bugging me is that I have no idea how long it will take me to get places. I might not get to half of what's on my list. Looking forward to our tour together! |
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Phillip Roberts
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Mon, Aug 12, 2013 1:48 AM
No worriez. Can help. Gonna be a great tour. I'm even gonna tell my really dirty joke. It is filthy. PHillip
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TikiSpeer
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Tue, Aug 13, 2013 2:40 AM
Thanks for the fantastic time Phillip. The Mia Tai's were a killer. Peter & Karyn |
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Alii Tiki
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Tue, Aug 13, 2013 11:29 AM
I've been living in Kona on the Big Island since 1999 and welcome the opportunity to meet the visiting Tiki family. |
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Pittsburgh pauly
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Tue, Aug 13, 2013 1:49 PM
FOUR ISLANDS?! I hope you're there for a few weeks :wink:
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Pittsburgh pauly
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Wed, Aug 14, 2013 2:54 PM
Would be great to meet up. I'll be staying at the Royal Kona Aug 20-23
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LoriLovesTiki
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Wed, Aug 14, 2013 4:49 PM
We're leaving on jet plane... My husband and I leave Newark, NJ tomorrow after lunch and land in Honolulu 7pm local time. We will spend Friday and most of Saturday on Oahu and will be getting a walking tour from Phillip after we visit Pearl Harbor on Friday (with Pittsburgh Pauly). Then on Saturday we board the Pride of America to visit Maui (where I'll meet Scott & Rob, Beachbumz & MauiTiki), The Big Island (both sides) and Kauai before heading back to Oahu to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center and maybe meet Gecko. I'm gonna come home LOADED with tiki stuff!!!!!! If you lived in a place as devoid of tiki as New Jersey you'd understand my enthusiasm for the shopping part. |
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Wed, Aug 14, 2013 6:24 PM
Sent ya a PM Pauly ... |