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Click here to vote RSS | Reprints | E-mail Alerts | Printable Version | Email Story December 23, 2003 Hawaii's cruise traffic grows There were 173,782 passengers cruising the Hawaiian islands in the first nine months of 2003 -- 3,000 or 2.3 percent more than the same period last year, according to data from the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. Latest News » Ethanol deadline reaffirmed » Starbucks acquires Coffee Partners » HTA's Johnson wins marketing honor » CPB targets Kailua, Pearl City » Marriott to get new Hawaii chief More » Companies in the News » People in the News » Get the latest business news on the go! Brought to you by Cingular Cruise passengers now make up 3.5 percent of all visitors to the islands. Of them, 126,731 came by air to board cruise ships in Hawaii while 42,999 arrived on a cruise ship to tour the islands. So far this year, Hawaii has seen 92 cruise voyages, including 34 conducted on board Norwegian Cruise Line vessels. "Next year we are expecting more cruise visitors when Norwegian's Pride of America and Pride of Aloha homeport in Hawaii," said Marsha Wienert, the state's tourism liaison. Cruise-passenger onshore spending declined to $99 a day from $103.74 in the first nine months of 2002. The 4 percent drop is due primarily to lower spending by U.S. West and Canadian tourists. U.S. West tourists spent $86.63 per person this year compared to $98.68 for the corresponding 2002 period. Canadian visitors spent $96.21 ($102), U.S. East $106.90 ($106.12), and Europeans $96.14 ($96.13). There were 93,831 cruise passengers from the U.S. East Coast, down from 94,533 in 2002. Similarly, U.S. West passenger numbers declined by a few hundred. However, Canadian passenger numbers rose from 9,785 to 10,521, and Europeans grew from 3,056 to 4,216. More than 4,000 Hawaii residents cruised around the islands in the first nine months of this year, nearly 20 percent fewer than last year's figure of 4,996 people. 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ITINERARY Los Angeles to Kauai Price: 1199.99 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Kauai Number of Nights: 7 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via United Airlines Hotel: Poipu Kai (Condo) Description: A deluxe condominium resort nestled on 110 acres of lushly landscaped grounds adjacent to Brenneck's Beach, Shipwreck Beach and near Spouting Horn. Individually custom- furnished one-, two- and three-bedroom suites offer complete kitchens and daily maid service. There are nine tennis courts, seven swimming pools, two jacuzzis and a walking/jogging path with championship golf minutes away 5th night free, ASTONishing free deals booklet 2-for-1 Luau certificate ITINERARY Los Angeles to Oahu Price: 797.00 including taxes (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Oahu - Waikiki Number of Nights: 7 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via United Airlines Hotel: Waikiki Sunset (Condo) Description: At Aston Waikiki Sunset, you'll enjoy the easygoing spirit of the tropics, from the open-air lobby to the spacious luxury of your condominium suite. Your private lanai offers dramatic views of Diamond Head Crater and the blue Pacific, or the lush green mountains above Honolulu. Honeymoon Special: if noted in hotel comments as HONEYMOON at time of booking, honeymooners will receive an upgraded room view, based on availability, and a bottle of champagne Seniors upgrade available ITINERARY San Francisco to Oahu Price: 743.99 including taxes (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Oahu Waikiki (Ala Wai) Number of Nights: 7 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Aston Aloha Surf add car for 25 per day Description: The ASTON Aloha Surf Hotel is newly renovated with a fun surf theme. Photographs of big-wave surfing adorn the walls, long boards, and an outrigger canoe are suspended from the ceiling in the Lobby and surfing videos play on a plasma screen TV around the clock. Renovated guest rooms are equipped with refrigerators while microwaves and wet bars are offered in the larger rooms. Connecting rooms are available. This is a playful property just a short walk from Waikiki Beach. Complimentary continental breakfast featuring fragrant Kona-blend coffee is offered every morning. ITINERARY San Francisco to Maui Price: 829.00 including taxes (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui , Kaanapali Number of Nights: 7 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via American Airlines Hotel: Maui Kai (condo) Oceanfront studio Description: At Maui Kai priceless memories and great vacation getaways don't have to cost a fortune. Located at the premiere vacation destination of West Maui on world-famous Kaanapali Beach, Maui Kai is the perfect home base for your Maui vacation Featuring individually decorated, oceanfront Junior Suites, one- and two-bedroom condominium units, Maui Kai offers all the comforts and conveniences of an island home. Each of our Maui condos come with fully equipped kitchen, an entertainment center with TV, DVD, VCR and CD Player, maid service plus many other amenities to ensure your vacation is a relaxing one. Keep your cool in air- conditioned luxury as you relax in a Paradise Found. ITINERARY Oakland to Maui Price: 845.99 including taxes (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui , Kaanapali Number of Nights: 7 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Aloha Airlines Hotel: Maui Kai Maui Islander Description: OHANA Maui Islander is one of Lahaina's most popular hotels. Its location in a quiet residential neighborhood just a block from lively Front Street offers you the best of both worlds. You're just steps from historic Lahaina Harbor, in the early 1800s the busiest whaling port in the Pacific, now attracting visitors and locals alike to shop, dine and enjoy its charming restored waterfront. Lahaina is also well known for its excellent Hawaii regional cuisine restaurants and rolicking nightlife Two-story walk-up units- Newly renovated guest rooms Kitchenettes available - Swimming pool- Lighted tennis court Barbecue and picnic areas- Quiet garden ITINERARY Seattle to Oahu Price: 715.99 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Hawaii - Lahaina, Maui Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via ATA Airlines Hotel: Ohana East Special Inclusions: Outrigger's Bonus Certificates - All guests receive Outriggers Bonus Certificates good for shopping and dining discounts. Certificates received at check-in at all Outrigger hotels and resorts in Waikiki. Postcards From Paradise - All guests receive Postcards From Paradise, one packet of three postcards per room will be provided upon check-in. Guests may drop off completed postcards at the front desk and Outrigger will mail them anywhere in the world free of charge. ITINERARY Seattle to Maui Price: 753.50 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Hawaii - Kiehi, Maui Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Northwest Airlines Hotel: MAui Lu Description: The ASTON Maui Lu has been a landmark in the south Kihei, with its quiet setting, two private beach coves, and its dedication to providing affordable comfortable accommodation. Guest rooms are spread throughout the 28 acre Coconut Grove and gardens with our Deluxe rooms adjacent to our white sand beach, perfect for whale watching. All rooms have mini-refrigerators. The Maui Lu has a large swimming pool in the shape of Maui and two tennis courts where play is always complimentary. Just 10 miles from the Kahului Airport. ITINERARY Kansas City to Oahu Price: 849.99 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Honolulu - Waikiki Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Northwest Airlines Hotel: Miramar w/daily breakfast ITINERARY Kansas City to Maui Price: 999.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui - Lahaina Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Lahaina Shores ( studio condo) Description: Located in the heart of Old Lahaina Town, the Lahaina Shores is Lahaina's only beachfront condo. It is a rambling, plantation-style mansion turned resort. Each spacious room has a full kitchen, large lanai and ocean or mountain view. Relax in the freshwater swimming pool and whirlpool spa. You are within walking distance to all of Lahaina's shops, galleries, and restaurants. ITINERARY Chicago to Maui Price: 939.99 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui - Lahaina Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Lahaina Shores (Studio Condo) Description: Located in the heart of Old Lahaina Town, the Lahaina Shores is Lahaina's only beachfront condo. It is a rambling, plantation-style mansion turned resort. Each spacious room has a full kitchen, large lanai and ocean or mountain view. Relax in the freshwater swimming pool and whirlpool spa. You are within walking distance to all of Lahaina's shops, galleries, and restaurants. ITINERARY Chicago to Maui Price: 799.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Kiehi, Maui Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Maui Lu superior Garden view Description: The ASTON Maui Lu has been a landmark in the south Kihei, with its quiet setting, two private beach coves, and its dedication to providing affordable comfortable accommodation. Guest rooms are spread throughout the 28 acre Coconut Grove and gardens with our Deluxe rooms adjacent to our white sand beach, perfect for whale watching. All rooms have mini-refrigerators. The Maui Lu has a large swimming pool in the shape of Maui and two tennis courts where play is always complimentary. Just 10 miles from the Kahului Airport ITINERARY Detroit to Maui Price: 1099.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Wailea, Maui Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Palms Of Wailea (1 BR condo) Description: Outrigger Palms at Wailea is distinctive in the Wailea Resort community. Our two-story stucco apartments are elegantly designed, and situated on a gently sloping hillside facing the scenic Wailea Coast. This serene and exclusive location is just minutes from upscale shops and galleries, fine restaurants, and popular beaches. Fashion your own style of refined island living at Outrigger Palms at Wailea. Relax in beautifully appointed rooms. Ease into your surroundings by strolling the perfectly groomed gardens. ITINERARY Detroit to Maui Price: 799.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Kiehi, Maui Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Maui Lu superior Garden view Description: The ASTON Maui Lu has been a landmark in the south Kihei, with its quiet setting, two private beach coves, and its dedication to providing affordable comfortable accommodation. Guest rooms are spread throughout the 28 acre Coconut Grove and gardens with our Deluxe rooms adjacent to our white sand beach, perfect for whale watching. All rooms have mini-refrigerators. The Maui Lu has a large swimming pool in the shape of Maui and two tennis courts where play is always complimentary. Just 10 miles from the Kahului Airport. ITINERARY Detroit to Kauai Price: 975.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Lihue, Kauai Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Islander on the Beach w/bkfst Description: The ASTON Islander on the Beach is on the east coast of Kauai at the Coconut Plantation Resort area. This low-rise resort is set in six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and swaying palm trees. All guest rooms were recently redecorated and have private lanais. Coffee makers and mini-refrigerators are available in every room. Guests can relax by our beachfront swimming pool and jet spa or take a walk on the beautiful white sand beach. The Coconut Plantation Marketplace, with more than 60 specialty shops and restaurants, is just a short stroll away. ITINERARY Chicago to Honolulu Price: 799.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Honolulu Waikiki Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Description: A century ago, Hawaii's last and most beloved princess lived in the heart of Waikiki. Her story unfolds at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, which today graces the former royal estate of 'Ainahau, land of cool breezes, just a short crosswalk away from Waikiki Beach. Our 1,150 rooms, including 10 suites, reveal Hawai'i at its most charming, capturing views of the jewel-bright Pacific and Diamond Head, the Ko'olau Mountains, and Honolulu's fabled city lights. ITINERARY Chicago to Honolulu Price: 729.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Honolulu -Waikiki Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Aloha Surf w/daily cont. bkfst Description: The ASTON Aloha Surf Hotel is newly renovated with a fun surf theme. Photographs of big-wave surfing adorn the walls, long boards, and an outrigger canoe are suspended from the ceiling in the Lobby and surfing videos play on a plasma screen TV around the clock. Renovated guest rooms are equipped with refrigerators while microwaves and wet bars are offered in the larger rooms. Connecting rooms are available. This is a playful property just a short walk from Waikiki Beach. Complimentary continental breakfast featuring fragrant Kona-blend coffee is offered every morning ITINERARY Houston - Big Island Price: 934.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Kona - Hawaii ( Big Island) Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Royal Kona Resort Description: A tropical oasis within historic Kona offering full service amenities, convenient location, and a distinctive setting overlooking the Kailua Bay. At the Royal Kona, this full-service resort offers a winning combination a spectacular oceanfront location, traditional Hawaiian ambience and great values. Just steps from historic Kailua-Kona Town, the Royal Kona Resort is also home to the area's favorite and best oceanfront Luau Lava, Legends & Legacies, Journeys of the South Pacific. ITINERARY Houston to Big Island Price: 1153.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Waikaloa - HAwaii ( Big Island) Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Outrigger Waikaloa Description: Waikoloa Beach Marriott, an Outrigger Resort represents a new partnership that brings together Outrigger Hotels & Resorts and Marriott International. We are pleased to offer you outstanding hospitality services that are hallmarks of these quality brands. Indulge your pleasures on Hawaii's Big Island. Waikoloa Beach Resort on the island's sunny Kohala Coast provides a unique setting for outdoor adventure and utmost relaxation. Beautifully landscaped walking paths, Anaehoomalu Bay's crescent of gleaming golden sand, and an ancient Hawaiian fishpond fringed with swaying palms create a paradise like no other ITINERARY Houston - Maui Price: 876.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui - Lahaina ( Kaanapali) Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Lahaina Shores Description: Located in the heart of Old Lahaina Town, the Lahaina Shores is Lahaina's only beachfront condo. It is a rambling, plantation-style mansion turned resort. Each spacious room has a full kitchen, large lanai and ocean or mountain view. Relax in the freshwater swimming pool and whirlpool spa. You are within walking distance to all of Lahaina's shops, galleries, and restaurants ITINERARY Houston - Maui Price: 1058.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui - Lahaina ( Kaanapali) Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Kaanapali Beach Hotel Description: Kaanapali Beach Hotel is the ideal vacation experience for travelers worldwide. Come explore why the hotel has been named as one of the world's Best Places to Stay by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, and Travel & Leisure Magazine's #1 Best Value Hotel in Hawaii . The hotel is right on the beach where you can swim, build sandcastles, skim board, and boogie board. Snorkeling or SCUBA (to SCUBA dive you have to be at least 12 years old), cliff diving, whale watching (December to May), parasailing (June-November), and all kinds of ocean activities. ITINERARY Dallas - Honolulu Price: 758.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui - Lahaina ( Kaanapali) Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Aloha Surf w/ cont. bkfst Description: The ASTON Aloha Surf Hotel is newly renovated with a fun surf theme. Photographs of big-wave surfing adorn the walls, long boards, and an outrigger canoe are suspended from the ceiling in the Lobby and surfing videos play on a plasma screen TV around the clock. Renovated guest rooms are equipped with refrigerators while microwaves and wet bars are offered in the larger rooms. Connecting rooms are available. This is a playful property just a short walk from Waikiki Beach. Complimentary continental breakfast featuring fragrant Kona-blend coffee is offered every morning ITINERARY Dallas - Maui Price: 1033.00 (Price is per person based on double occupancy) Destination City: Maui - Lahaina ( Kaanapali) Number of Nights: 5 Air Carrier: Scheduled air via Delta Airlines Hotel: Kaanapali Beach Hotel Description: Kaanapali Beach Hotel is the ideal vacation experience for travelers worldwide. Come explore why the hotel has been named as one of the world's Best Places to Stay by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, and Travel & Leisure Magazine's #1 Best Value Hotel in Hawaii . The hotel is right on the beach where you can swim, build sandcastles, skim board, and boogie board. Snorkeling or SCUBA cliff diving, whale watching (December to May), parasailing (June-November), and all kinds of ocean activities. 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Hawaiian Quilting - LoveToKnow Crafts Log in Hawaiian Quilting From LoveToKnow Crafts Hawaiian quilting is a distinctive art form using brightly colored fabrics and elaborate stitching. They often incorporate images of indigenous flowers and plants, and are truly stunning masterpieces of fabric and thread. "/wiki/Image:Callalilypillow200.jpg" class="image" title="Hawaiian Quilt" Table of contents 1 History of Hawaiian quilts 2 Hawaiian sensibility in quilting 3 Making your own Hawaiian quilt 4 Related articles "/w/index.php?title=Hawaiian_Quilting&action=edit&section=1" title="Hawaiian Quilting" History of Hawaiian quilts According to ( http://www.quiltshawaii.com/tradition.html ) , quilts evolved as an art form in Hawaii rather than a necessity, because the climate is mild. Hawaiian quilting really is different from other types of quilting in three basic ways: Whole pieces of cloth are used for the designs, instead of pieces like other quilts. Only two colors of fabric are used. The motif is cut using the “snowflake” method. The design motif is echoed in the quilting. Missionaries to the islands introduced quilting to the native women. Because they didn’t have scraps of fabric lying around (since indigenous clothing often consisted of wraps made of whole cloth) they developed their own methods of quilt design. Missionaries also influenced the way Hawaiian quilts are cut. The design part of the quilt is cut out in the same way that a child would make a paper snowflake. The fabric is folded several times and cut along the edge, ensuring that all sides of the design are symmetrical. "/w/index.php?title=Hawaiian_Quilting&action=edit&section=2" title="Hawaiian Quilting" Hawaiian sensibility in quilting In addition to having a different reason to make quilts, Hawaiians also tend to have a different attitude about making quilts. Not merely a utilitarian item, Hawaiian quilts reflect the beauty of the world around the quilters. A beautiful, well-balanced design was considered a gift, and the spirit of the person who made the quilt was said to live on in her work. Thus quilts were often destroyed when the quiltmaker died so her soul could be at peace. Because of this, and the salty, humid environment of the islands, many old Hawaiian quilts are no longer in existence. Those quilts that still exist often are kept within a family and not often seen by outsiders. It is a recent occurrence that Hawaiian quilting has been openly taught and shared. "/w/index.php?title=Hawaiian_Quilting&action=edit&section=3" title="Hawaiian Quilting" Making your own Hawaiian quilt If you don’t have the luxury of going to Hawaii and taking a quilting class from a master at the craft, don’t worry. You can find a treasure trove of information about the craft on the Internet. Here are some good resources. ( http://www.quiltshawaii.com/howtosub.html ) has a good tutorial and video about Hawaiian quilting. ( http://www.nvo.com/poakalani/files/ ) has instructions for Hawaiian quilts, as well as tips, hints and instructions for cutting out your pattern. If you’re ever in Honolulu, this is the place to take quilting classes or see a demonstration, as well. ( http://members.tripod.com/~Honu_Hale/ ) has a lengthy tutorial on Hawaiian quilting, and includes patterns that you can buy. ( http://www.quilthawaiian.com/hawaiianquilting.htm ) offers all sorts of tips and instructions on Hawaiian quilting, including such good information as how to avoid fraying when working on your appliqué. Hawaiian quilts are like a living art form. Each quilt is unique and carries the spirit and emotions of the person who designed and made the quilt. The spirit of generosity and attitude toward life found in Hawaiian quilts and their quilters is something that quilters everywhere and in every style can adapt to their own quilting projects. Remember to quilt with your heart, and put something of yourself into every project you do, and you will be quilting in Hawaiian spirit, if not Hawaiian style. "/w/index.php?title=Hawaiian_Quilting&action=edit&section=4" title="Hawaiian Quilting" Related articles Beginner Quilting Machine Quilting Pattern Quilting Keepsake Quilting Crazy Quilting Categories : Quilting This page was last modified 11:28, 30 Dec 2005. This page has been accessed 107 times. "/wiki/LoveToKnow_Crafts:About" title="LoveToKnow Crafts:About"About LoveToKnow Crafts "/wiki/LoveToKnow_Crafts:General_disclaimer" title="LoveToKnow Crafts:General disclaimer"Disclaimers © 2005 LoveToKnow Corp. "http://www.mediawiki.org/" --

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Hawaii Luxury Hotel - Mandarin Oriental - Kahala luxury hotel in Honolulu, Oahu · Home · Our Hotels · Tempting Offers · Reservations · About MO · Careers · Contact Us · Log in Hotel at a Glance Rooms & Suites Spa Leisure Dining Business Special Occasions Reservations Tempting Offers Contact Us Photo Gallery The oceanfront Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii, set on a secluded bay, is just ten minutes from the world class shopping and entertainment of Waikiki Beach. This historical hideaway is a favorite with international statesmen and celebrities. From the moment you arrive, you will know that you are truly somewhere special. This luxurious resort features 364 rooms and suites , six stylish restaurants and a world-class spa . Visit our leisure facilities , Fitness Center , lush tropical gardens and the private lagoon with our own resident dolphins . E Komo mai - we hope to welcome you soon. Online bookings - the easiest and most efficient way to book any Mandarin Oriental hotel & resort. Arrival date: 2006 - January 2006 - February 2006 - March 2006 - April 2006 - May 2006 - June 2006 - July 2006 - August 2006 - September 2006 - October 2006 - November 2006 - December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Number of nights: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Departure date: 2006 - January 2006 - February 2006 - March 2006 - April 2006 - May 2006 - June 2006 - July 2006 - August 2006 - September 2006 - October 2006 - November 2006 - December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Number of Guests: Adults: 1 2 3 4 5 Children: 0 1 2 3 4 Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii has the distinction of being Oahu's only AAA 5 Diamond Resort . Suite Special . Enjoy the "suite" life with spectacular savings on Ocean View Suites Book Now . · Email page · Print page · Go to top 5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96816, USA | T: +1 (808) 739 8888 Local Time: