Waikiki Beach

Hawaii Oahu October 22, 2015 0 Comments

A Few Tips about Waikiki Beach Even though it may look crowded, there is a place for you along this beach. This is one of the most iconic areas of Hawaii and the United States, and you have the right to be a part of it.   Most of the people just walk along the beach sidewalk admiring Duke Kahanamoku’s…

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Dole Plantation–Oahu, HI

Hawaii Oahu September 20, 2015 0 Comments

Tips in Visiting the Dole Plantation Having visited Oahu five times, we always by-passed this “tourist” destination. In our most recent trip we were in a gallery in Lahaina, Maui, when we were amazed at a photo of these surreal looking trees, known as the Rainbow Eucalyptus. They are also nicknamed the “painted trees.” There are several groves in Hawaii:…

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Saturday Farmer’s Market KCC–Honolulu, HI

Hawaii Oahu September 17, 2015 0 Comments

Tips on visiting this Farmers Market near Diamond Head Located on the road to Diamond Head by the Kapi’olani Community College, is the “Farmers Market,” more like an International Bazaar these days. Accommodating to several cultures, it is a fun time to people watch and grab some good food. There is free parking at the college. It does fill up,…

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Gordon Biersch Brewery–Honolulu

Hawaii Oahu September 14, 2015 0 Comments

A Special Place Located by the harbor point of the Aloha Tower complex, Gordon Biersch Restaurant has an incredible view of the harbor. We went on Sunday and were able to snag “free” parking. Aloha Tower complex is going through some major changes.   By contract, Gordon Biersch is allowed to stay where they are. It is an exceptional place…

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Cheesecake Factory–Waikiki, Oahu

Hawaii Oahu August 30, 2015 0 Comments

 One of the Most Popular Restaurants in Waikiki If you walk by this restaurant on a nightly basis, you will see why this Cheesecake is the busiest in their long list of restaurants. There is always a crowd of people waiting to be seated. We like to eat at lunch where there is a cheaper “lunch menu.” Also, we go…

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“Tips on Hiking Diamond Head”

Hawaii Oahu June 5, 2015 0 Comments

Hiking Diamond Head is not a walk in the woods. I recommend getting to Diamond Head real early in the morning. Our first experience hiking Diamond Head was in 1998. The crowds were far less. There was a guy selling Diamond Head Tee-shirts with a certificate that read “Diamond Head Summit Club Member.” They delivered the shirts later to your…

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