Meandering of Zane and Renee Clark LINKClick on the Around Oahu link (above) for great information on the area.
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http://www.zaneclark.net/oahu-photos.html
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Go Oahu CardHave guests coming that want to do it all? You might have them explore the "All You Can Do" Go Oahu Card.
They offer "Build Your Own" and "All Inclusive" and also have group discount cards. Costco also offers the card. LINK
Make sure you research everything included in each venue. Laie Temple
Click on the link for details. Consider taking a walk around back (left side as you face the temple) to see the amazing Banyon Tree. Laie Temple Visitor's Center. There is always somethings going on at the visitors center. Sunday night is often filled with music, and guest speakers.
Other Interests...
Sea Life Park - This is a "miniature Sea-world", with various shows including; Hawaii Ocean Theatre Show, Kolohe Kai Sea Lion Show, and Dolphin Lagoon Show. Children will thrill as they experience the Discovery Reef Touch Pool. If that's not enough, the Hale Manu Bird Aviary is sure to please, as everyone is invited to hold up a stick which is rolled in honey and seed and watch the birds land and eat!
For an additional cost you can swim with dolphins or sharks.
Punchbowl Crater - This crater near downtown Honolulu was called Puowaina by the early Hawaiians, which can be translated as either "hill of sacrifice" or "consecrated hill". LINK
Top Ten things to do on Oahu- LINKBeachesThe above link explores the beaches in this area
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If you decide to go here with kids, buy the fish food for the KOI, but instead had the kids sit (holding very still) with some of the fish food in their hands. The doves will literally eat out of their hands.
Hiking
(take along the mosquito spray)
Local Hikes
Laie PointLAIE POINT -
This is a favorite among locals for Whale Watching in February and March. It is across from Laie Foodland, and up the hill into the subdivision. Pay close attention to parking restrictions. To watch the video (right), make sure you are in full screen mode... and never try this yourself. The locals seem to know where it is safe and are strong swimmers. Waimea Valley - This is so much more than a walk to a waterfall! But if you choose to walk, the path is paved all the way to the top. You can also ride their shuttle for a small fee.
You will be wow'ed by the size and variety of flowers. Bring a swim suit along, and use the provided life jackets at the top for a swim. There are other options there as well, including summer concerts, movies, etc. Click on the above link for more details! |
Hawaiian Monk Seals
You may be fortunate to see a Hawaiian monk seal. They often come up to rest in Hauula (across from the Fire Department). Two of the favorite locals that frequent this beach are HoneyGirl and her oldest pup, Epo.
Hawaiian monk seals are on the endangered species list, and is the most endanger marine animal in the US. There are only about 1,300 of these left in the world, and 240 left in the Hawaiian Islands.
For more information explore the Environment and Critters section, below the All About Everything heading.
LAVA!!! |
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Big Island - Lava Fall! This was taken on a LavaTour to see the Kilauea Volcano Lava. It was an experience of a lifetime for all those who experienced it! No one could take their eyes off of it. The air was warm and humid like a sauna.
As the hot lava connected with the ocean, explosions and fireworks flew in a constantly changing experience that cannot be described.
- The Hawaiian name "Kīlauea" means "spewing" or "much spreading,"
- Kīlauea is the home of Pele, the Hawaiian volcano goddess.
- Kilauea is one of five volcanoes making up Hawaii.
- It's one of the most active volcanoes on the planet.
- It is the largest source of sulfur dioxide in all of the United States.
- The gas reacts with other chemicals in the air to create what we call vog.
- The long-term health effects of vog, however, are still being studied.
VOG and its effect on your eyes
The Vog will definitely affect your eyes. It is a known problem here on the island. If your eyes are itchy, mucousy, red, burning or tearing, it may be related to the vog. More Info here" ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-715210 |
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