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If you like a casual lifestyle, full of fun and adventure, Hawaiian Shirts can help you find the look you want. Shopping Details Hawaiian Shirts carries a great range of Hawaiian shirts and cool cotton basics in sizes small to 4XL. They have all your favorites, from limited edition Reyn Spooner sport team shirts to the hottest Tori Richard styles. Phone: (800) 259-0055 Fax: (504) 523-8371 Email: info@hawaiianshirtsonline.com Visit Hawaiian Shirts Official Site Payments Accepted Be the first to write a review on Hawaiian Shirts. Rate Hawaiian Shirts Please take a few moments to rate and describe your experience at Hawaiian Shirts. Ratings are based on a 1 to 5 rating system, with 5 representing an excellent experience Overall Experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Quality: 1 2 3 4 5 Value: 1 2 3 4 5 Cleanliness: 1 2 3 4 5 Staff Efficiency: 1 2 3 4 5 Staff Friendliness: 1 2 3 4 5 Would You Return? 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Mountain Adventure Center "Ski gear and rentals." Mountain Adventure Center "Convenient ski and snowboard shop near the slopes." Mulberry Street Store "Great Dr. Seuss toys and gifts!" Nickelodeon Kiosk "Shop for your favorite Nickelodeon souvenirs after touring Nickelodeon Studios." Oakley "Pick up some new shades!" Old Town "The complex draws huge crowds on Saturday nights, when a free rock-n-roll concert and a parade of 300 vintage cars are offered." Overland Denver Colorado "We invite you to visit our beautiful store located in Writer Square on the corner of 16th and Larimer Street across from the Cheesecake Factory." Parker Ranch Center "The world famous Parker Ranch shopping center." Pepi Sports "Vail's Ski and snowboard shop." Planet Hollywood on Location "Shop for Planet Hollywood gifts." Pointe* Orlando Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "Pointe*Orlando is the only place where your shopping bag can contain everything from the hottest designer clothing to the coolest glow-in-the-dark collectibles." Port Provisions "Universal Orlando gifts and souvenirs." Quiet Flight Surf Shop "Surf gear for everyone!" Quint's Surf Shack "Pick up beachwear and souvenirs at this beach shack shop." Rainforest Cafe Shop "Great Rainforest inspired gifts and toys!" Resortwear Unlimited "If your looking for last minute items, or want to treat yourself, stop into Resortwear Limited." Rockin R Ranch "Apparel, gifts and souvenirs." Scotch on the Rockies "Clothing, gifts and more from the British Isle." Shades of Crested Butte "Stylish eyeware for the whole family." Shaiken's Souvenirs "Pick up the perfect Universal Studios gifts at Shaiken's Souvenirs." Shipwreck LTD Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "Shipwreck carries the latest in beach and evening wear, board shorts, bikinis and collectibles." Shirt Off My Back "Colorado's one-of-a-kind clothing store." Shirt Off My Back "Have your own T-shirt designed at this specialty shop." Shrek's Ye Old Souvenir Shoppe "Shop at this wonderful shop featuring everyone's favorite green ogre." Sig Zane Designs "Hand made Hawaiian fashion." Silver Screen Collectables "Shop for movie memorabilia, books and gifts at this shop inside Universal Studios Florida." Snake River Shirt Company "Keystone's Video Rental Store for the Family." Spider-Man Shop "Spider-Man merchandise for all ages." Suavecito's "Suavecito's also carries a wide range of Latino clothing for every occasion - from work to play, barrio to boardroom." Summer Sands "Summer Sands is also a great last minute item store, or if your looking for clothing and accessories." Sunset Shoes "Footwear for adults and kids including Birkenstock, other Euro-comfort name-brand shoes, sandals and more. Over 29 years giving personal, professional sit down fit." Super Walmart Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "Come in if you need groceries, clothing, or the last minute items for your trip, and remember Wal-Mart is open 24 hours a day!" Surefoot "Custom sporting footwear in Breckenridge." Surefoot "Custom sporting footwear in Copper Mountain." Surf Hit "Great beach clothing and accessories." Team Mickey Athletic Club Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "On your next Walt Disney World vacation come into Team Mickey Athletic Club in Orlando Florida." The Barney Store "All things Barney!" The Buzz Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "Has Been in the clothing business for over 25 years and now have over 50 employees in 15 stores to help you with all of your needs." The Endangered Species Store "Items for the animal lover in all of us." The Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace "The Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace offer a unique atmosphere that simulates ancient Roman streets has no visual rival in the world." The Jane Shop "The only Mary Jane ski shop." The Marvel Alterverse Store "A comic book fan's store!" The Outpost Shop "On your Orlando Vacation stop into The Outpost Shop, where you will find unique items to remember your vacation by." The Shops at Wailea "Hawaii's Best Shopping in Hawaii's Most Beautiful Shopping Center" Thimbles & Threads "Clothing styles for the whole family." Trashy Diva "Don't expect trash at Trashy Diva! Find one of a kind, timeless Dresses, Sweaters, Blouses, Jackets, Coats, Lingerie, Jewelry, Handbags, Hats, Accessories, and items for the home and body." Twisted Pine Fur & Leather "Fur and leather coats and accessories." Two Skirts "Two Skirts is a women's boutique located in downtown Telluride, Colorado." Universal City Walk Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "Bring the whole famil to enjoy the Universal Park or just the exitement of all the shopping." Universal Studios Store "Find all your Universal Studios souvenirs at this convenient shop." Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando "Universal Studios goods and gifts." Vail Ski Tech "For the last 15 years Ski Tech has been Vail's leader in quality, price and service. They are locally owned and operated with special emphasis on friendly and helpful service." West Portal Outfitters "Find the latest mountain fashion wear." Where the Buffalo Roam Overall Clothing Shopping Rating: "We are committed to providing our customers total satisfaction. Every time. Guaranteed." Winter Park Junior "Outerwear and clothing for the little ones." Wonders of the Wild "Thid is a great place to stop in and see some of the best that Disney has too offer." World Of Disney "The biggest Disney Character store!" 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Maui Snorkeling

Lahaina Molokini Snorkel Adventure Cruise Home Hotel Directory About Us Directory: Home > North America > United States of America > Hawaii > Maui > Tours & Sightseeing > Water Activity > Product Information Why book ahead? Popular tours sell out well in advance! Don't be disappointed! Reduce stress! Don't waste time haggling with the hotel concierge. Lock in your price! Currency dips & price hikes won't effect you. Save vacation time! Plan & book now, not when you're there. Balance your vacation budget! Charge tours on this month's credit card bill. Our 5 Best Sellers in Maui Lahaina Beach Luau Kayak and Snorkel -... Lahaina Molokini Snorkel... Round-trip Kahului Airport... Lahaina Kaanapali Railroad... Advanced Search Searching for something specific? Click here -- Lahaina Molokini Snorkel Adventure Cruise Starting from USD $94.00 per person -- Lahaina Molokini Snorkel Adventure Cruise Starting from USD $94.00 per person Duration: 6 hours Commences: Maui-Lahaina, Hawaii Introduction: "Turtle Town" © Hawaiian Adventures This is Maui's only Molokini Snorkel cruise with a convenient west side departure from Lahaina. On your adventure you will explore Mauis colorful undersea world at two scenic locations aboard a spacious 65-foot motor yacht. First, travel to Molokini Crater, snorkel or dive in the marine sanctuary, take a jump on our new trampoline and enjoy a buffet-style lunch at your leisure. Then visit Olowalu Turtle Reef at Kalaeloa (Turtle Town) for more great underwater adventures before heading back to Lahaina. A popular dive spot, Molokini is a partially submerged, inactive volcano and nature preserve off the Maui coast. One of Hawaiis best snorkel spots, Molokini's underwater life is home to Kikakapu (Lemon Butterfly Fish), Puhi (Eel), Honu (Sea Turtle), Hahalua (Manta Ray), Orange Cup Coral and other marine life. During winter months, you may hear the haunting songs of Humpback Whales. For your convenience, this spacious yacht is equipped with an air-conditioned main cabin, large sun deck, fresh water showers and extra-large swim step. Snorkel equipment and instructions, flotation equipment such as water noodles, boogie boards, and ski belts are all provided and you will also enjoy a continental breakfast, a delicious BBQ lunch and an open bar! Schedule Details Maui Snorkel Cruises © Hawaiian Adventures Dates: Daily except Sundays - 1 January to 31 December, 2006 Location: Cruise departs from Boat slip #3, Lahaina Harbor, Maui Time: 8:00am Hotel Pickup: Hotel pick-up is not provided Additional Inclusions: Freshly grilled BBQ lunch Trampoline Snorkel equipment and instructions Water noodles Soft drinks Hawaii state taxes Exclusions: Gratuities (optional) Additional Info: This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking Sample Menu: Continental Breakfast: Muffins Fresh seasonal fruit juice and coffee BBQ Lunch: Hot dogs Hamburgers Chicken sandwiches Potato or pasta salad Open bar Pricing Policy: Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge Child prices are applicable for children aged 3-12 years Pricing Lahaina Molokini Snorkel Adventure Cruise per person Season Jan 01, 2006 to Dec 31, 2006 Days of Week Adult Child Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat $94.00 $65.00 Prices are in USD and are listed as a guide only. Travel Voucher For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher which is presented at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed. Local Operator Information Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind. Product Code: 3233MLMSORKEL Product Supplied by Viator Home Hotel Directory About Us About Viator | FAQ | Customer Service | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy

Waikiki beach. The EASIEST

Waikiki, Hawaii, Seashells on Waikiki Beach WAIKIKI SEASHELLS © 1997 Rico Leffanta Seashells can be found in abundance on most tropical islands, but Hawaiian seashells are scarce in comparison. Waikiki sees thousands of snorkelers and scuba divers every day, each one looking for that souvenir seashell, resulting in thousands of people going back to their hotel room every night without have seen one single seashell. Of course, there are laws to protect endangered species, but every tourist seems to think, "What harm can come from my taking home one little seashell?" The simple answer is one little seashell can hold 1,000 eggs to perpetuate the species so, when someone takes that living shell, they are taking 1,000 other shells with it! At this rate, it doesn't take very many tourists very long before "common" seashells such as the Knobby Triton (pupu'olekiwi - Cymatium muricinum Roeding ) above are classified "uncommon", then "rare", "Endangered" and most finally, "extinct". Even when the shell is empty, hermit crabs should have first choice on vacated shells! Native Hawaiians (and local parents) need a Triton's Trumpet (Pu or Ole - Charonia tritonis Linaeus ) to herald their ceremonies (or call the kids home for supper - the ole sound can be heard two miles away!), cowries to lure the octopus home for dinner, and Hawaiians use many other shells for fish hooks, musical instruments and jewellery - especially for leis! The tiny turbinid and columbellid shell leis from "The Forbidden Island" (Ni'ihau) currently sell for hundreds of dollars. Shells like the Hawaiian Limpet (made famous by Frank De Lima's song, "Please don't eat me") ("Opihi- Patella sandwichensis Pease ) are polished and sold as coin purses in Waikiki's International Marketplace. You can see the difference between its natural ridged surface in the photo and after it has been polished. This one was polished by Mother Nature. Almost every day, people are surprised when I walk behind them and find a seashell they didn't see. It isn't that my eyesight is any better than their eyesight, it is simply that I know what I am looking for, and they do not. These photos show what to look for on Waikiki beach. The EASIEST way to find a seashell in Waikiki is to walk in the surf when the tide is coming in. Empty shells - even drilled empty shells - tend to collect and hold air, which gives them a lift on the current, which eventually brings them to shore. All of the shells in these photos were obtained by walking along Waikiki beach and watching them roll in with the tide. When the waves are high and the current strong, shells can roll in from deep and far, carrying shells one seldom sees in Waikiki, such as the rare and exceptionally beautiful Fragile Violet Snail (Pupupani - lanthina fragilis Lamarck ) (not pictured). My personal favourite is the Swollen Bubble ( Hydatina amplustre Linnaeus ). Its contrasting pink and black shell makes quite elegant earrings for blue-eyed blondes. I saw one of these shells, smaller than the one shown, on sale at Ala Moana in October, 2000, for $49.95!!! Only a few years ago, the retail price for a Swollen Bubble was only $5.95! Adam's Bubble ( Bulla adamsi Menke ) is quite common in Waikiki; in fact, the Hawaiian Hilton Lagoon has quite a population in excess of 5 cms. The Paper Bubble ( Hydatina physis Linnaeus ) is quite uncommon, and I have only found one Lined Bubble ( Bullina lineata Gray ) on Waikiki Beach, and that was five years ago. The first Polished Nerite (Kupe'e - Nerita polita Linnaeus ) taken to Britain was sold at auction in 1806 for nine guineas; yet most tourist never notice the shell unless they see its orifice. The most frequently seen shells on Waikiki Beach are of the Cowrie family, especially the Humpback (used by Hawaiians as an octopus lure) Snakehead, Money, and although classified "Uncommon", the Granulated Cowrie. Even broken Cowrie shells are used as jewellery because the Cowrie orifice is the only seashell that smiles at you (or frowns - when you see it upside down)! Cone shells are disappearing at an alarming rate. There are only three still commonly found on Waikiki Beach, the Hebrew Cone ( Conus ebraeus Linnaeus ), the Spiteful Cone ( Conus lividus Hwass ) and the Golden Yellow Cone ( Conus flavidus Lamarck ). Only a few years ago, the deadly Conus Textile Linnaeus (not shown) was fairly common, but its painful/deadly sting apparently did not protect it from determined collectors. Augers, Miters, Murexes and Spindles are seldom seen anymore. The popular Chinese Horn ( Cerithium sinense Gmelin ) occasionally rolls up as an hermit crab's mobile home, and spotted Strombs ( Stombus maculatus Sowerby ) in a variety of colours still hit the beach, as do the Knobbed and Mulberry Drupes. Two years ago, the Ribbed Turbin ( Purpura aperta Blainville ) was the most common seashell found at the Hawaiian Hilton beach front; today it is rarely seen, but Arca family shells can still be found on the beach fronting Harbour Road parking lot during the winter months. The sun-bleached Spiny Helmet ( Casmaria erinaceus Linnaeus ) in the photo is rarely seen in Waikiki, yet was passed over by countless tourist walking over the coral rubble in front of the Hale Koa Hotel. I was surprised to find it in one piece, and because the shell was not drilled by a predator, it is a perfect home for an Hermit Crab, which really doesn't carry about exterior decoration providing the roof doesn't leak! This leaves the most collectible shell found at Waikiki (but seldom by tourist): the Tritons. Tritons, including Triton's Trumpet, are usually found at 2 1/2-7 cms., but calcium deposits usually whitewash their colours so, when the shells dry out under the sun, they become as white as the coral rubble which surrounds them, thus escaping easy detection. For reasons unbeknownst to me, Tritons in Waikiki deviate from normal colours, so it is well worth anyone's while to pick up a Triton shell and dip it in the ocean to ascertain its true colours! n.b. the background leaf in the photos is from the Breadfruit tree, (still Cooking after all these years) and crab mummies are quite collectible! What do I do with the shells I find? This morning (10.IX.00) was extraordinary because I found this flea cone (Conus Pulicarius Hwass) intact; a "common" shell, but uncommonly found unoccupied intact! The Triton is an exquisite variation of the Hairy Triton v (Cymatium Pileare Linnaeus) . The 2 cm. cowrie has a lovely honey glow to it, but I have been unable to identify it from my books.So, interesting shells are given to the Waikiki Aquarium to enable docents to "talk story" with visitors, and "show and tell". Intact shells suitable for hermit crab homes are taken back out to the reef where crabs needing larger homes can find them. The remaining shells are either distributed along Waikiki Beach where children (" keiki ") can find them (but I usually carry a few with me for children who can't find a shell). This is by far the most rewarding experience! This morning I saw a little girl looking for shells so I dropped a damaged humback cowrie shell where she could find it. As soon as she spotted it, she shouted to her sisters, "Come and see what I found!" The elder sister came over, took one look and said, "That's just an old rock!" The sister in the middle apparently didn't care whether it was a rock or a shell because she said, "Can I have it, please?" The middle sister then picked it up, confirmed it was indeed a shell, and off they went to show their treasure to mom! What a pity more children can't share that experience! Moana Valentine This is the especially rare and beautiful Bullina lineata Gray "Lined Bubble" delivered up in perfect condition by a stormy sea on February 14, 2001. This is only the second "Lined Bubble" I've seen on the beach, not only because it is "rare", but also because the shell usually retails between $200-$300, although it is so small (less than one-half inch) that 99.9% of the population can walk by it (or on it) without seeing it. Moral: never judge the value of a shell/person/thing by its size! YES! It CAN happen on Waikiki Beach! On July 23, 2002, Gunnel Grubb, Rektor of Scandanavia's oldest operating school (Katedralskolan, established in 1085) was diving along the reef fronting the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel (Duke Kahanamoku Beach) and discovered this beautiful (and vacant !) black-lipped conch shell! You could be next! TO SEE CLICK Return to front page HOME Sharks in Hawaii SHARKS The Hawaiian Islands: Islands Hawaiian Volcanoes Volcanoes Hawaiian gods and goddesses Dieties The Hawaiian Lei Lei The Hawaiian Monarchy Ali'i Defining Aloha Aloha Hawaiian pearls and gold. Mana Waimea Valley, Oahu, Hawai'i WAIMEA Other Rico Leffanta web sites MORE * * * * * * * * The Seashells that smile at you are Cowries ("Leho") One beachcomber's hazard is the Portugese Man of War. This photo shows the Man of War's long stinger leading to the lovely blue bubble head children and adults like to pick up. It only takes once to learn this painful lesson!

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Hawaii's Volcano Parks Let Visitors Go With The Flow Welcome to TBO.com. Skip directly to: our Keyword Search , Section Navigation , Content . TBO.com Life TBO.com WFLA The Tampa Tribune Search: Keyword Site News | Weather | Hurricane Guide | Things to Do | Sports | Jobs | Cars | Homes | Shopping | Classified Travel TBO.com Life Travel Hawaii's Volcano Parks Let Visitors Go With The Flow Skip directly to the full story . By TANYA BRICKING LEACH For The Associated Press Published: Dec 18, 2005 ADVERTISEMENT More from this channel: This feature requires the Macromedia Flash Plugin. Please visit http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer to download this plugin. Search our archives: Type keyword(s) 30 days 6 months 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 All Past 7 days most viewed | Tribune archive from 1990 VOLCANO, HAWAII - About the time jagged edges started poking through my T-shirt as I wormed my way through a tight spot in a lava tube, I began to wonder: What am I doing here? We could have been relaxing on the famous Green Sand Beach at South Point of the Big Island of Hawaii. But in the spirit of adventure, we were instead exploring the world underground. I had convinced my husband that it would be neat to go hiking to see flowing lava at the Kilauea Volcano on the first night of our weekend getaway, and then get up early the next morning to go caving in 1,000-year-old lava tubes. He was agreeable, even after twisting his ankle on the initial hiking excursion, which lasted past midnight. Once we got back to our cabin at Volcanoes National Park, we understood why each room had a Jacuzzi. But we weren't about to let our sore muscles get the best of us. Watching the orange glow of waxy-looking lava hiss into the ocean had intoxicated us. We wanted to see tunnels formed by the molten stuff. The Dawn Patrol So we caught just enough sleep to wake at the crack of dawn and drive to South Point in search of a labyrinth of lava tubes at a place called Kula Kai Caverns. To get there, we punched in a pass code and entered a remote neighborhood built on lava rock. Then we saw our guide's landmark, a thatched hut that looked like something out of "Gilligan's Island." Our tour guide, Kathlyn Richardson, led us into the yurt and handed us spelunking helmets, lights, gloves and kneepads to gear up. We looked like coal miners without the soot, and we were about to go on a two-hour spelunking tour. So she tested us a little. Would we like to try shimmying up parts of the cave and crawling around in tunnels? We were game. Let me just say my previous experience in caves was limited to a guided tour years earlier on a heavily traveled pathway at Kentucky's Mammoth Cave. Although it is considered the granddaddy of American caves - and the longest cave in the world - I saw only the easy-access "tourist" part of it. No shimmying through narrow passageways was involved. And I had seen Thurston Lava Tube, a major attraction on the drive around Crater Rim Drive at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. But that was just a peek into a cavelike shell. I had never seen much of caves or could explain the difference between stalactites and stalagmites. Somehow, the idea of exploring a pitch-black volcanic cavern still appealed to me. That's just the kind of tourist Kula Kai Cavern founder Ric Elhard wants to educate. "I started crawling around in caves when I was 12 years old," said Elhard, a California native who bought property on the Big Island because he knew there were caves underneath it. He and other cavers have since mapped out miles of lava tubes that crisscross the area. "We're not doing big numbers, but we saw huge potential," Elhard said. "We want to be more of an educational tour. We want people to learn and understand about the archaeological aspects of caves." Treks Of Your Choice He and other guides lead small groups, even children as young as 5, through parts of the caves on tours that last from easy half-hour strolls to more challenging half-day explorations. When my husband and I were there, it was just the two of us, following Richardson into a braided maze she knew by heart and getting a taste of massive chambers and small spaces formed by volcanic gases rising through cooling magma 1,000 years ago. A National Park tour, it is not. It's a fledgling operation that's loosely organized, and sometimes the battery-powered lights on the well-used equipment go out. But it's definitely an adventure tour. We broke a sweat, despite the cool 68-degree temperature inside the cave, and had to watch our footing navigating craggy rocks that seemed to grow out from above and below. One of the most interesting parts was when we turned off our head lamps and sat in the dark, listening closely to dripping water and the sound of ourselves breathing. I'll admit I liked climbing and scrambling over loose rocks much better than belly-crawling through the tight spots. The crawling part made me think about being swallowed by hot lava as I tried to untangle myself from its pointy fingers. Underground Point Of View But squirming around on my hands and knees gave me a feeling not just for overcoming claustrophobia, but also for looking at a volcanic island from a different perspective. I thought about the cave dwellers who must have used the spaces for shelter. I wondered how long the kukui nuts, which contained oil that Hawaiians used to light like candles, had been left on the rock shelves that we passed. I pictured the lava flowing through the walls I could now touch. The tour captured my imagination. Yes, I could have spent the day relaxing on the beach. What I did instead made me feel like an explorer. And to me, discovering a world I had never seen before made the vacation feel complete. FOR LOVE OF LAVA KULA KAI CAVERNS AND LAVA TUBES: www.kulakai caverns.com or (808) 929-7539. Located off Highway 11 in Ocean View, Hawaii. Tours by appointment ranging from $15 half-hour walking tours to $95 half-day tours. The two-hour spelunking tour is $65. Discounts for Hawaii residents and groups. Wear a T-shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. WHERE TO STAY: For the full Kilauea experience, stay in a B&B in Volcano Village or in a cabin at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. •Carson's Volcano Cottages: www.carsonscottage.com or 1-800-845-5282 or (808) 967-7683. B&B accommodations, from one-room spaces to family cottages with kitchens and storybook cottages nestled in the tropical rain forest. Breakfast is served in a dining room beside the fire. Rates range from $115 to $170 a night. •Volcano House: (808) 967-7321. This historical hotel sits on the edge of a crater, and the rooms are heated by volcanic steam. Rooms range from $95 to $225. Its cabins are among the few available in the park, but the rooms are a bit worn. Cabins are $50. •Kilauea Military Camp: www.kmc-volcano.com or (808) 967-8333. A joint services recreation center in Volcanoes National Park, open to military members and Department of Defense workers and retirees. Rates are based on rank, and accommodations range from dorms to cottages. WHERE TO EAT: After a spelunking tour, drive to the Kona side of the island for food. •The Coffee Shack: A casual coffeehouse with a sweeping view of the ocean. The staff is friendly, and the portions are big. •Cafe Pesto in Hilo: Whether you're in Kawaihae near the harbor on the scenic South Kohala coast or in historic Hilo on the Big Island's east side, find this restaurant. It has gourmet pizzas, an assortment of pasta and seafood. Most items are about $10. •Ken's House of Pancakes: Ken's is like a local Denny's. It's open 24 hours a day, and most items are less than $7. Write a letter to the editor | Subscribe to the Tribune | Place an Ad Online TBO.com AdLinks Site Tools Advertise with us Web site feedback Make TBO.com my homepage RSS Feeds: Feed for this channel All feeds/RSS FAQ Most Popular: This feature requires the Macromedia Flash Plugin. Please visit http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer to download this plugin. 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Guide to Apartment Living and Renting an Apartment  You are here: About > Home & Garden > Apartment Living / Rental Home & Garden Apartment Living Essentials How to Find an Apartment Apartment Lease Basics Move Into Your Apartment First Apartment Checklists Renters Insurance FAQ Topics Find an Apartment Roommates & Neighbors Leases / Agreements Money Issues Moving Pets Apartment Living Pest Control Rights & Safe Living Housing Discrimination Public Housing Lease Changes / Endings Glossary Buyer's Guide Apartment Essentials State Farm Renters Insurance Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Apartment Living / Rental newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Apartment Living / Rental From Jennifer Lai , Your Guide to Apartment Living / Rental . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Items You'll Need When You Sign the Lease These are the items you'll need when you sign the lease: Certified checks or money orders . 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