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Hotspots [This Dynamic Earth, USGS] The vast majority of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur near plateboundaries, but there are some exceptions. For example, the Hawaiian Islands,which are entirely of volcanic origin, have formed in the middle of thePacific Ocean more than 3,200 km from the nearest plate boundary. How dothe Hawaiian Islands and other volcanoes that form in the interior of platesfit into the plate-tectonics picture? Space Shuttle photograph of the Hawaiian Islands, the southernmostpart of the long volcanic trail of the "Hawaiian hotspot" (seetext). Kauai is in the lower right corner (edge) and the Big Island of Hawaiiin the upper left corner. Note the curvature of the Earth (top edge). (Photographcourtesy of NASA.) In 1963, J. Tuzo Wilson, the Canadian geophysicist who discovered transformfaults, came up with an ingenious idea that became known as the "hotspot"theory. Wilson noted that in certain locations around the world, such asHawaii, volcanism has been active for very long periods of time. This couldonly happen, he reasoned, if relatively small, long-lasting, and exceptionallyhot regions -- called hotspots -- existed below the plates that wouldprovide localized sources of high heat energy (thermal plumes) tosustain volcanism. Specifically, Wilson hypothesized that the distinctivelinear shape of the Hawaiian Island-Emperor Seamounts chain resulted fromthe Pacific Plate moving over a deep, stationary hotspot in the mantle,located beneath the present-day position of the Island of Hawaii. Heat fromthis hotspot produced a persistent source of magma by partly melting theoverriding Pacific Plate. The magma, which is lighter than the surroundingsolid rock, then rises through the mantle and crust to erupt onto the seafloor,forming an active seamount. Over time, countless eruptions cause the seamountto grow until it finally emerges above sea level to form an island volcano.Wilson suggested that continuing plate movement eventually carries the islandbeyond the hotspot, cutting it off from the magma source, and volcanismceases. As one island volcano becomes extinct, another develops over thehotspot, and the cycle is repeated. This process of volcano growth and death,over many millions of years, has left a long trail of volcanic islands andseamounts across the Pacific Ocean floor. According to Wilson's hotspot theory, the volcanoes of the Hawaiian chainshould get progressively older and become more eroded the farther they travelbeyond the hotspot. The oldest volcanic rocks on Kauai, the northwesternmostinhabited Hawaiian island, are about 5.5 million years old and are deeplyeroded. By comparison, on the "Big Island" of Hawaii -- southeasternmostin the chain and presumably still positioned over the hotspot -- the oldestexposed rocks are less than 0.7 million years old and new volcanic rockis continually being formed. Above: Artist's conception of the movement of the PacificPlate over the fixed Hawaiian "Hot Spot," illustrating the formationof the Hawaiian Ridge-Emperor Seamount Chain. (Modified from a drawing providedby Maurice Krafft, Centre de Volcanologie, France). Below: J. TuzoWilson's original diagram (slightly modified), published in 1963, to showhis proposed origin of the Hawaiian Islands. (Reproduced with permissionof the Canadian Journal of Physics .) The possibility that the Hawaiian Islands become younger to the southeastwas suspected by the ancient Hawaiians, long before any scientific studieswere done. During their voyages, sea-faring Hawaiians noticed the differencesin erosion, soil formation, and vegetation and recognized that the islandsto the northwest (Niihau and Kauai) were older than those to the southeast(Maui and Hawaii). This idea was handed down from generation to generationin the legends of Pele, the fiery Goddess of Volcanoes. Pele originallylived on Kauai. When her older sister Namakaokahai, the Goddess of the Sea,attacked her, Pele fled to the Island of Oahu. When she was forced by Namakaokahaito flee again, Pele moved southeast to Maui and finally to Hawaii, whereshe now lives in the Halemaumau Crater at the summit of Kilauea Volcano.The mythical flight of Pele from Kauai to Hawaii, which alludes to the eternalstruggle between the growth of volcanic islands from eruptions and theirlater erosion by ocean waves, is consistent with geologic evidence obtainedcenturies later that clearly shows the islands becoming younger from northwestto southeast. Prominentworld hotspots [54 k] Although Hawaii is perhaps the best known hotspot, others are thought toexist beneath the oceans and continents. More than a hundred hotspots beneaththe Earth's crust have been active during the past 10 million years. Mostof these are located under plate interiors (for example, the African Plate),but some occur near diverging plate boundaries. Some are concentrated nearthe mid-oceanic ridge system, such as beneath Iceland, the Azores, and theGalapagos Islands. A few hotspots are thought to exist below the North American Plate. Perhapsthe best known is the hotspot presumed to exist under the continental crustin the region of Yellowstone National Park in northwestern Wyoming. Hereare several calderas (large craters formed by the ground collapseaccompanying explosive volcanism) that were produced by three gigantic eruptionsduring the past two million years, the most recent of which occurred about600,000 years ago. Ash deposits from these powerful eruptions have beenmapped as far away as Iowa, Missouri, Texas, and even northern Mexico. Thethermal energy of the presumed Yellowstone hotspot fuels more than 10,000hot pools and springs, geysers (like Old Faithful), and bubbling mudpots (pools of boiling mud). A large body of magma, capped by a hydrothermalsystem (a zone of pressurized steam and hot water), still exists beneaththe caldera. Recent surveys demonstrate that parts of the Yellowstone regionrise and fall by as much as 1 cm each year, indicating the area is stillgeologically restless. However, these measurable ground movements, whichmost likely reflect hydrothermal pressure changes, do not necessarily signalrenewed volcanic activity in the area. Authors' Note: Since this booklet's publication in 1996, vigorous scientific debate has ensued regarding volcanism at "hotspots." New studies suggest that hotspots are neither deep phenomena nor "fixed" in position over geologic time, as assumed in the popular plume model. See http://www.mantleplumes.org/ ." Mauna Loa Volcano [36 k] | J. Tuzo Wilson | Longtrail of Hawaiian hotspot | "Contents" "Some unanswered questions" USGS Home Page Top of this Page URL: http://pubs.usgs.gov/publications/text/hotspots.html Last updated: 05.05.99 Contact: jmwatson@usgs.gov

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SEVEN PRINCIPLES FOR GOOD PRACTICE SEVEN PRINCIPLES FOR GOOD PRACTICE IN UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION By Arthur W. Chickering and Zelda F. Gamson Reprinted with permission. Apathetic students, illiterate graduates, incompetent teaching, impersonal campuses -- so rolls the drumfire of criticism of higher education. More than two years of reports have spelled out the problems. States have been quick to respond by holding out carrots and beating with sticks. There are neither enough carrots nor enough sticks to improve undergraduate education without the commitment and action of students and faculty members. They are the precious resources on whom the improvement of undergraduate education depends. But how can students and faculty members improve undergraduate education? Many campuses around the country are asking this question. To provide a focus for their work, we offer seven principles based on research on good teaching and learning in colleges and universities. Good practice in undergraduate education: encourages contact between students and faculty, develops reciprocity and cooperation among students, encourages active learning, gives prompt feedback, emphasizes time on task, communicates high expectations, and respects diverse talents and ways of learning. We can do it ourselves - with a little bit of help... These seven principles are not ten commandments shrunk to a 20th century attention span. They are intended as guidelines for faculty members, students, and administrators -- with support from state agencies and trustees -- to improve teaching and learning. These principles seem like good common sense, and they are -- because many teachers and students have experienced them and because research supports them. They rest on 50 years of research on the way teachers teach and students learn, how students work and play with one another, and how students and faculty talk to each other. While each practice can stand alone on its own, when all are present their effects multiply. Together they employ six powerful forces in education: activity, expectations, cooperation, interaction, diversity, and responsibility. Good practices hold as much meaning for professional programs as for the liberal arts. They work for many different kinds of students -- white, black, Hispanic, Asian, rich, poor, older, younger, male, female, well-prepared, underprepared. But the ways different institutions implement good practice depend very much on their students and their circumstances. In what follows, we describe several different approaches to good practice that have been used in different kinds of settings in the last few years. In addition, the powerful implications of these principles for the way states fund and govern higher education and for the way institutions are run are discussed briefly at the end. As faculty members, academic administrators, and student personnel staff, we have spent most of our working lives trying to understand our students, our colleagues, our institutions and ourselves. We have conducted research on higher education with dedicated colleagues in a wide range of schools in this country. With the implications of this research for practice, we hope to help us all do better. We address the teacher's how, not the subject-matter what , of good practice in undergraduate education. We recognize that content and pedagogy interact in complex ways. We are also aware that there is much healthy ferment within and among the disciplines. What is taught, after all, is at least as important as how it is taught. In contrast to the long history of research in teaching and learning, there is little research on the college curriculum. We cannot, therefore, make responsible recommendations about the content of good undergraduate education. That work is yet to be done. This much we can say: An undergraduate education should prepare students to understand and deal intelligently with modern life. What better place to start but in the classroom and on our campuses? What better time than now? Seven Principles of Good Practice. 1. Encourages Contact Between Students and Faculty Frequent student-faculty contact in and out of classes is the most important factor in student motivation and involvement. Faculty concern helps students get through rough times and keep on working. Knowing a few faculty members well enhances students' intellectual commitment and encourages them to think about their own values and future plans. 2. Develops Reciprocity and Cooperation Among Students Learning is enhanced when it is more like a team effort that a solo race. Good learning, like good work, is collaborative and social, not competitive and isolated. Working with others often increases involvement in learning. Sharing one's own ideas and responding to others' reactions sharpens thinking and deepens understanding. 3. Encourages Active Learning Learning is not a spectator sport. Students do not learn much just by sitting in classes listening to teachers, memorizing pre-packaged assignments, and spitting out answers. They must talk about what they are learning, write about it, relate it to past experiences and apply it to their daily lives. They must make what they learn part of themselves. 4. Gives Prompt Feedback Knowing what you know and don't know focuses learning. Students need appropriate feedback on performance to benefit from courses. When getting started, students need help in assessing existing knowledge and competence. In classes, students need frequent opportunities to perform and receive suggestions for improvement. At various points during college, and at the end, students need chances to reflect on what they have learned, what they still need to know, and how to assess themselves. 5. Emphasizes Time on Task Time plus energy equals learning. There is no substitute for time on task. Learning to use one's time well is critical for students and professionals alike. Students need help in learning effective time management. Allocating realistic amounts of time means effective learning for students and effective teaching for faculty. How an institution defines time expectations for students, faculty, administrators, and other professional staff can establish the basis of high performance for all. 6. Communicates High Expectations Expect more and you will get more. High expectations are important for everyone -- for the poorly prepared, for those unwilling to exert themselves, and for the bright and well motivated. Expecting students to perform well becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy when teachers and institutions hold high expectations for themselves and make extraefforts. 7. Respects Diverse Talents and Ways of Learning There are many roads to learning. People bring different talents and styles of learning to college. Brilliant students in the seminar room may be all thumbs in the lab or art studio. Students rich in hands-on experience may not do so well with theory. Students need the opportunity to show their talents and learn in ways that work for them. Then they can be pushed to learn in new ways that do not come so easily. Teachers and students hold the main responsibility for improving undergraduate education. But they need a lot of help. College and university leaders, state and federal officials, and accrediting associations have the power to shape an environment that is favorable togood practice in higher education. What qualities must this environment have? A strong sense of shared purposes. Concrete support from administrators and faculty leaders for those purposes. Adequate funding appropriate for the purposes. Policies and procedures consistent with the purposes. Continuing examination of how well the purposes are being achieved. There is good evidence that such an environment can be created. When this happens, faculty members and administrators think of themselves as educators. Adequate resources are put into creating opportunities for faculty members, administrators, and students to celebrate and reflect on their shared purposes. Faculty members receive support and release time for appropriate professional development activities. Criteria for hiring and promoting faculty members, administrators, and staff support the institution's purposes. Advising is considered important. Departments, programs, and classes are small enough to allow faculty members and students to have a sense of community, to experience the value of their contributions, and to confront the consequences of their failures. States, the federal government and accrediting associations affect the kind of environment that can develop on campuses in a variety of ways. The most important is through the allocation of financial support. States also influence good practice by encouraging sound planning, setting priorities, mandating standards, and reviewing and approving programs. Regional and professional accrediting associations require self-study and peer review in making judgments about programs and institutions. These sources of support and influence can encourage environments for good practice in undergraduate education by: setting policies that are consistent with good practice in undergraduate education, holding high expectations for institutional performance, keeping bureaucratic regulations to a minimum that is compatible with public accountability, allocating adequate funds for new undergraduate programs and the professional development of faculty members, administrators, and staff, encouraging employment of under-represented groups among administrators, faculty members, and student services professionals, and providing the support for programs, facilities, and financial aid necessary for good practice in undergraduate education.

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AIR KAUAI AIR TOURS KAUAI HELICOPTER TOURS KAUAI ULTRALIGHTS LAND KAUAI ATTRACTIONS KAUAI ATV TOURS KAUAI BICYCLE TOURS KAUAI ECO TOURS KAUAI HIKING TOURS KAUAI HORSEBACK RIDING KAUAI LAND TOURS KAUAI LUAUS KAUAI ZIP LINE TOURS ( KAUAI ZIPLINE TOURS ) WATER KAUAI SCUBA AND DIVING TOURS KAUAI FISHING CHARTERS KAUAI SNUBA KAUAI KAYAK TOURS KAUAI SAILING TOURS KAUAI SUNSET SAILS KAUAI SNORKELING TOURS KAUAI SURFING AND WINDSURFING LESSONS KAUAI TUBING ADVENTURES KAUAI WHALE WATCHING KAUAI NAPALI COAST ZODIAC BOAT TOURS NAPALICOAST BOAT TOURS KAUAI CAR RENTALS KAUAI HOTELS POIPU KAUAI HOTELS KAPAA KAUAI HOTELS LIHUE KAUAI HOTELS PRINCEVILLE KAUAI HOTELS WAILUA KAUAI HOTELS Air Tours Attractions ATV Tours Bicycle Tours Boat Tours Diving Tours Eco Tours Fishing Charters Helicopter Tours Hiking Tours Horseback Rides Kayak Tours 4X4 Land Tours Luaus Napali Coast Tours Sailing Tours SNUBA Snorkeling Sunset Sails Surfing Lessons Tubing Ultralights Windsurfing Zipline Zodiac Boat Tours Choose an Activity Big Island - Hawaii Kauai Maui oahu Choose another island NAPALI COAST BOAT TOURS r Napali Coast sightseeing tour Napali Coast Snorkel Picnic Napali Coast - Niihau Super Tour Liko Kauai Napali 4hr. Snorkel Tour Captain Sundown's North Shore Napali Tours Napali snorkel Dinner sail ( 5 1/2) Na Pali - Niihau Super Tour - Holo Holo NaPali coast boat tour - Niihau site seeing and snorkel tour T his tour is available every day and includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch, all beverages, and snorkeling. HoloHolo cruises to Na Pali, voyages to Niihau, and returns to Kauai. Check in for guests at 6:00am departs at 6:45am; return time to Port Allen is at 1:30pm. This is our premier trip aboard our 65' power catamaran no other company offers this trip. We are the original "Niihau" tour company. Although the company has "only" been going to Niihau since 1997, our captains and crews have been going there for years- fishing, diving, and marveling at its beauty. Our Supertour leaves from Port Allen. We head west and north to the Na Pali Coast. This is where you see the waterfalls and lush valleys and sea caves that has made this one of the worlds treasures. After seeing this coast we then cruise across the channel to the island of Niihau. When we arrive at Niihau we sightsee for a while, then choose our snorkel spot! Our caring crew will assist and instruct you in snorkeling; relax, float, and watch the comings and goings of the aquatic world. No other place in Hawaii offers you such unique formations. Niihaus " old" age means it has been shaped and carved by ocean currents and waves the longest. If you are lucky you might see one of the Hawaiian Monk seals that inhabit this area! Their curiosity and grace will amaze even the most experienced individuals. After snorkeling we will have lunch waiting for you. We offer a full buffet-style lunch with your choice of deli meats, cheeses, and of course all the fixings for a sandwich work of art. We also have pasta, potato salad, fresh island fruits, and veggie-wraps to round out your meal. While you are eating we talk story about the island, the people and history of Niihau and Kauai. We have all taken great pains to ensure accurate and interesting information to pass along to you. When you have rested and relaxed, we will then head back across the channel to Kauai and home. This trip leaves at 6:45 am and arrives back at 1:45 pm- a seven hour tour you will never forget . disclaimer: There is a 24 hr. cancellation policy, please no pregnant passengers or children under 2 yrs. Napali tours are given weather permitting. NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). . RESERVE - Na Pali - Niihau Super Tour Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 - CALL FOR KAMA'AINA RATES Adults regular price $175 Your Price:$161 Kids (6-12) regular price $ 125 Your Price:$116 Call NOW Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 Open 6AM - 6PM Hawaii Standard Time - If it is after hours please click the blue button and we will call you back ASAP. top Na Pali Coast Snorkel Picnic (5 1/2 hours) Capt. Andy 5 to 5½ hours Na Pali tour - Explore Kauai 's rugged Na Pali Coast with the friendly sea-going professionals on a 55 foot Gold Coast Yatch® Luxury Sailing Catamaran. You'll see spectacular sea cliffs, enchanting waterfalls and timeless lava tubes. Enjoy the history and legends of the ancient civilizations that once inhabited these verdant valleys. Passengers enjoy a large shaded cabin area, comfortable cushioned seating, clean restrooms & freshwater showers. Snorkel gear and instruction provided. Napali Coast and snorkeling are conditions permitting. Tour destination will be determined based on passenger comfort and safety. They serve a continental breakfast and a deli lunch with beer and wine available after snorkeling. Operation Daily 7:00 am - 12:30 pm -6:15 am check in Port Allen Marina in Ele'ele disclaimer: There is a 24 hr. cancellation policy, please no pregnant passengers or children under 2 yrs. Napali tours are given weather permitting. NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). RESERVE - Napali Coast Snorkel Picnic 5 1/2 hrs. Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 - CALL FOR KAMA'AINA RATES Adults regular price $139 (Plus tax) Your Price $129 (Plus tax) Children 2-12 yrs. regular price $99 (Plus tax) Your Price $92 (Plus tax) Call NOW Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 Open 6AM - 6PM Hawaii Standard Time - If it is after hours please click the blue button and we will call you back ASAP. top Liko Kauai Napali Snorkeling Tour( 4 hours) Liko Kauai Napali Snorkeling Tour - Monday-Saturday 4 Hours with snorkeling - Deli lunch with soft drinks - Whale Watching in season Experience The NA PALI coast through HAWAIIAN EYES. Locally owned and operated , LIKO KAUAI CRUISES invites you for the ultimate experience along the Na Pali coast. You’ll view wondrous sea caves, cascading waterfalls, uninhabited lush valleys, miles of white sand beaches and incredibly blue ocean water. Snorkel in the warm tropic water with equipment and instruction provided. Marvel at the colorful marine life, playful dolphins and humpback whales when in season. Our Captain and crew are determined to make this a once in a lifetime experience. Stops are made throughout the journey for informative and amusing commentary that allows ample opportunity for photos and video taping. Now featuring NA PALI KAI III powered by twin 260 hp Cummins diesels with sea fury surface drives. It is an incredibly fast and comfortable 49’ powered catamaran. For unobstructed views, all seating is forward facing with padded seats for comfort. Shaded area, fresh water shower and a spacious restroom, are parts of the vessel amenities . 8:00 am check –in / 8:30 am departure/ 12:30 p.m. return (afternoon trips available as needed). NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). Please add 3% Harbor Tax and 4.167% Excise Tax. RESERVE - Liko Kauai Napali Snorkeling tour( 4 hours) Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 - CALL FOR KAMA'AINA RATES Adults regular price $120 (plus tax) Your Price:$109 (plus tax) Children 4-12 regular price $75 (plus tax) Your Price:$79 (plus tax) Call NOW Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 Open 6AM - 6PM Hawaii Standard Time - If it is after hours please click the blue button and we will call you back ASAP. top Na Pali Coast Morning Tour Catamaran Kahaunu ( 5 hours) Napali Coast Kauai boat tour - Morning Tour - Monday through Saturday: 4 1/2 to 5 hour tour to the Na Pali coast. Discover Kauai's beautiful, spectacular and awesome Na Pali coastline with Captain Lani and crew as we share our family history and culture with you as you travel along the coastline of Kauai's beautiful shores . See the spectacular cliffs of Na Pali, cascading waterfalls, lava tubes and sea caves. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling at remote Kauai beach Nualolo Kai where you will see turtles and colorful reef fish. A buffet deli style lunch is served with your choice of freshly baked white and whole wheat bread, smoked turkey and ham, jack and cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomatoes, pasta salad with Italian dressing, sliced pineapple, fresh baked cookies, assorted chips, sodas and tropical juices. Learn about Kauai History - Our captain, crew and hostess also share their talents in the art of Hawaiian arts and crafts. Demonstrating how Kauai's people used natural fibers, such as the ti-leaf, hau and coconut fibers in making fishing lines, nets, rope, weapons and jewelry. Guests who are interested in learning how to make ti leaf roses will have an opportunity during the tour. Ti-leaf roses are given as a momento of their tour with us. disclaimer: There is a 24 hr. cancellation policy, please no pregnant passengers or children under 2 yrs.. Napali tours are given weather permitting. NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). . RESERVE - Na Pali Coast Morning Tour ( 5 hours) Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 - CALL FOR KAMA'AINA RATES Adults regular price $115 plus tax Your Price:$104 plus tax Children regular price $75 plus tax Your Price:$68 plus tax Call NOW Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 Open 6AM - 6PM Hawaii Standard Time - If it is after hours please click the blue button and we will call you back ASAP. top Capt. Sundown's North Shore Napali Tours Napali - Sailing Tour Leaving from Kauai's North Shore Born in Hawaii and a 30 year veteran sailor of Kauai’s North Shore and Na Pali. There’s nothing like listening to Capt Bob “talk story” about the coastline, the legends, the water, the people and no one knows the nooks & crannies like him! Troll fishing lines during your tour with us in search of the big ones like Ahi, Ono or Mahi Mahi! Visit with marine mammals like Spinner Dolphins that swim along side our boat and even under your feet on the trampoline nets located on her bow. Come face to face with the Green Sea Turtle when you snorkel Na Pali in the waters of Nualolo Kai . Learn ancient Hawaiian Legends of the rain goddess Hi‘iaka, sister to Pele’. See waterfalls, rainbow falls,lava archways, sea caves and cliffs that rise above you 3,000 feet in the air. Wave to the Na Pali Coast hikers at Hanakapiai! Look for Mountain Goats scaling the Na Pali cliffs above you where java plum trees and cactus sprout from the red volcanic soil . ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MORNING TOUR - (6 HOUR NAPALI SNORKEL SAIL) Hanalei Bay to Nu‘alolo Kai - 8:15am check-in 9:00 am departure return 3:00pm. Deli Lunch Fresh Fruit Sodas and Bottled Water. Your morning sail includes outrigger canoe shuttle, complimentary dry-bag storage, snorkel equipment, deli lunch, fresh island fruit, snacks, bottled water, sodas, tropical juices,(byob). Sailing from Hanalei Bay Napali sightseeing from the beginning to end Snorkeling at Awa‘awapuhi or Nua‘lolo Kai-approx. 1 hour Fishing Off shore sailing for a top to bottom view of our Garden Island PRIVATE CHARTERS Private Tour: 2, 4 or 6 Hours Exclusive Use of Entire Boat! Please call for current private charter rates and availability. For a relaxing sail or a full on adventure, plan to budget a little extra on your vacation, and rent our entire boat! Captain Sundown will sail you where you want to go. From private snorkel trips to Secret Beach, or Deep Sea Fishing 10-15 miles offshore, or a Private Sunset Sail around Bali Hai where movies and memories are made. Please add 6% tax to your total. disclaimer: There is a 24 hr. cancellation policy, please no pregnant passengers or children under 2 yrs. Napali tours are given weather permitting. NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). . RESERVE - Capt. Sundowns North Shore NapaliTour Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 - CALL FOR KAMA'AINA RATES AM Tour - Adults regular price $148 plus tax Your Price:$142 plus tax Call NOW Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 Open 6AM - 6PM Hawaii Standard Time - If it is after hours please click the blue button and we will call you back ASAP. top Na Pali Coast Sightseeing Tour ( 3 1/2 hours) Catamaran Kahanu 3 1/2 hour to 4 hour tour to the Na Pali coast catamaran tour - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday only: This tour is not offered during the summer months - runs only during whale watching season. Same as morning tour above - except no swimming, snorkeling and lunch . - Appetizers include deli sandwich, veggies and ranch dip and fresh baked cookies, assorted chips, sodas and juices. Our captain, crew and hostess also share their talents in the art of Hawaiian arts and crafts. Demonstrating how the Hawaiian people used natural fibers, such as the ti-leaf, hau and coconut fibers in making fishing lines, nets, rope, weapons and jewelry. Guests who are interested in learning how to make ti leaf roses will have an opportunity during the tour. Ti-leaf roses are given as a momento of their tour with us. disclaimer: There is a 24 hr. cancellation policy, please no pregnant passengers or children under 2 yrs. Napali tours are given weather permitting. NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). . RESERVE - Na Pali Coast Sightseeing Tour ( 3 1/2 hours) Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 - CALL FOR KAMA'AINA RATES Adults regular price $85 plus tax Your Price:$80 plus tax Children regular price $65 plus tax Your Price:$60 plus tax Call NOW Toll Free 1-877-742-7893 Open 6AM - 6PM Hawaii Standard Time - If it is after hours please click the blue button and we will call you back ASAP. Top Na Pali Snorkel Dinner Sail - Capt. Andy ( 5 1/2 hours) NOT AVAILABLE AFTER OCT 1 Monday through saturday Leaves 1:30 PM - arrives back Sunset This Napali coast tour is 5 to 5½ hour boat tour exploring Kauai 's rugged, Na Pali coast while learning the history and legends of the ancient civilizations that once inhabited the Garden Isle. You'll see spectacular sea cliffs, enchanting waterfalls and timeless lava tubes. Then, top it off with dinner and breathtaking sunset at sea. Passengers enjoy a large shaded cabin areas, cushioned seating and clean restrooms. Dinner Menu Food catered by Mark's Place and/or Gaylord's Restaurant. Cocktails (beer, wine and "sneaky tikis") available. Snacks : Fresh sliced seasonal fruit. Hot buffet dinner : Kauai garden salad served with Na Pali sunrise papaya seed dressing - ginger sesame marinated Kauai tomato, green bean & red onion salad - Teriyaki chicken topped with diced pineapple - Pulehu of beef with sautéed mushrooms & onions in garlic sauce - Kaffir lime & lemon rice pilaf . Dessert: pineapple bars. NOT AVAILABLE AFTER OCT 1 NOTE: 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS REQUIRED FOR A REFUND. Book your Kauai Activities NOW because many of the most popular tours can be already filled if you wait until to you actually arrive on Kauai !! We will match any published internet prices ( non-timeshare). . RESERVE - Napali Coast Snorkel Picnic 5 1/2 hrs. 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Kailua-Kona: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort - Traveler Reviews - Close Your Eyes and Imagine -This is Really a Resort - TripAdvisor Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort: Traveler Reviews Sign in • Sign up Home > United States > Hawaii > Island of Hawaii > Kailua-Kona > Hotels > Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort > Traveler Reviews Kailua-Kona tourism: Overview Hotels Flights Attractions Dining Deals Forums Maps, etc. Search (e.g., Boston hotels, Las Vegas, Paris art museum) Kailua-Kona Kailua-Kona Overview Kailua-Kona Hotels Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort All Kailua-Kona Hotels Flights to Kailua-Kona Kailua-Kona Deals Kailua-Kona Attractions Kailua-Kona Restaurants Kailua-Kona Forums Kailua-Kona Maps Kailua-Kona Discount Hotels Kailua-Kona Vacation Packages Free Newsletter Get deals, news and articles on Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort Plus weekend trip ideas from your hometown Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort e-mail this page to a friend Traveler Reviews Write a review . 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Kailua-Kona Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort 78-6740 Alii Drive Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii 96740 United States Deals on Nearby Kailua-Kona Hotels Kona Coast Resort ResortQuest Kona By The Sea Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Sea Village Resort Castle Kona Bali Kai Kona Village Resort Outrigger Kanaloa at Kona Holua Resort At The Mauna Loa Village Kona Hawaiian Village Kona Reef Mauna Loa Village Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa Royal Kona Resort Uncle Billy's Kona Bay Hotel Kona Seaside Hotel King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Four Seasons Resort Hualalai ResortQuest Waikoloa Colony Villas ResortQuest Shores at Waikoloa Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort Outrigger Fairway Villas Waikoloa Villas at Waikoloa Village Vista Waikoloa Waikoloa Villas at Waikoloa Village The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii Hilton Waikoloa Village Paniolo Greens Resort Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows Mauna Lani Point Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Mauna Lani Terrace Condominiums The Islands at Mauna Lani Sunterra Resorts At Sea Mountain Colony One at Sea Mountain Waimea Country Lodge Chalet Kilauea: The Inn at Volcano Chalet Kilauea: Lokahi Lodge Chalet Kilauea: Volcano Bed and Breakfast Read more Kailua-Kona tourism Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Traveler Reviews #9 of 31 hotels in Kailua-Kona Compare rates with: Average price*: $ 145 78-6740 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii 96740, United States Rooms: 311 Hotel class: TripAdvisor traveler rating: Call now to book: 1-800-353-6145 from ClassicVacations.com Map this hotel: Expedia.com Hotel photos: Expedia.com Virtual tour: VFM Interactive View candid traveler photos Attractive 7-story Oceanfront Resort facing lagoon, 3 miles from Kailua-Kona Town & 12 miles from airport. This description is based on information provided by the hotel. Sponsored links * Hotel deal search: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort Click here for best prices for Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Great rooms from $146 Expedia.com Don't just travel. Travel right! Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Hawaii Experts! RoyalHawaii.com Instantly check availability & rates. Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Book best available room ClassicVacations.com Call 800-921-2680 to find your luxury travel specialist Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Up to 20% Less Than All Others GreatHawaiiVacations.com We Know Hawaii Best. Five Star Service Starts With Us. All results: View all 211 Kailua-Kona travel deals Airfare: Find deals on airfare to Kailua-Kona (arriving in Kona, HI) TripAdvisor Traveler Rating Based on 193 reviews worldwide What to expect Rooms Service Value Cleanliness Pool Recommendations couples and romantics families with small children honeymooners seniors families with teenagers Traveler Reviews (11-15 of 193) (English) Traveler reviews (11-15 of 193) Previous | Next RATING: DATE: Show: All languages English (193) Traveler rating: Kailua-Kona: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : "Close Your Eyes and Imagine -This is Really a Resort" Dec 5, 2005 : A TripAdvisor Member, Seattle Compare prices with: I stayed at this hotel in: November, 2005 My ratings for this hotel are: Rooms Service Value Cleanliness Dining Activities and gym Pool I traveled to this hotel with: myself I recommend this hotel for: singles, families with small children, families with teenagers, seniors, tourists My visit was for: out-of-town getaway Would I stay at this location again: most likely Face it. The Big Island is in a 50 year time warp and so may be this hotel. The term "resort" was probably more useful for this hotel in years past. Now with the huge mega resorts north of Kona on the Kohala coast, this lodging retracts to a simple hotel with some amenities. The closest things to frills that could be used to label this property as a resort would be the tennis courts, the three eating locations, and its spot directly on the Pacific. But if you're expecting more than this, beware! The pool is tiny and surrounded by only a small number of deck chairs, the parking area takes up most of the grounds, staffers are few and far between, and there's a $5 daily parking fee on the premises. But on a positive note, the property adjoins a very popular black sand snorkeling beach which fills up real early on weekends, and is only a mile or so north of the Keauhou Shopping Center. And a mile and a half down the road toward Kona town is popular Magic Sands Beach, with Kona, itself, only another 2 1/2 miles farther on. Kona is not really walkable, so if you're without a vehicle inquire at the desk for scheduled transportation. The rooms, themselves, are OK and most have a lanai. There are lots of rooms here, so try to negotiate for an ocean view upgrade if you can. However, a few cautions: if you arrive late, there are no vending machines and it's not easy to find a restaurant (or any other shop) in the near vicinity open past 11 (there's a 24-hr Safeway in Kona). Also, the directions to the hotel from the air terminal route you through Kona town via Palani and, then, Alli Drive. That's direct, but awfully crowded by day and extraordinarily dark in the late evening. I found it better to drive the 8 miles on 11 to the Keauhou turnoff, and follow the road to the right around the shopping center directly to the resort on the left. It's much quicker and safer. This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor, Inc. 18 out of 18 TripAdvisor users found this review to be helpful. Write a review of this hotel Post your photos of this hotel Did you find this review helpful? Traveler rating: Kailua-Kona: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : "We liked it" Nov 17, 2005 : A TripAdvisor Member, Erie, PA Compare prices with: I stayed at this hotel in: November, 2005 My ratings for this hotel are: Rooms Service Value Cleanliness Dining Pool I traveled to this hotel with: spouse/partner My visit was for: extended vacation Would I stay at this location again: probably not Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2005. The rooms were a little bit worn but we had a oceanfront view which was gorgeous. From our balcony, we could look down into the tidal pools and watch turtles & fish of all varieties. It was like a view you would get when snorkeling. The snorkeling beach next door is public and a little crowded but the snorkeling is one of the best on the island. You can swim with the turtles (but don't touch or bother them in any way!!. Remember these are not sand beaches. The pool area was very nice, but not large & fancy.There is no hot tub. Like all pool areas there was a shortage of lounges. Get there early and save one with a towel, then go get breakfast. They have a great breakfast buffet. Ours was included in our package. The bar/lounge was very nice with great staff and also had a great view of the turtles. There is a nice activity desk (Expedia)with helpful people. We had dinner at the resortone night which was good. All the prices are typical resort prices. They also had a very nice gift shop. The beach/pool restaurant and bar is also very nice. They charge $5/day parking which we didn't like. They will valet for you but then you need to tip as well as pay the $5, But that's what we did just for the convenience and because we were on vacation. We really liked the place!! This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor, Inc. 21 out of 21 TripAdvisor users found this review to be helpful. Write a review of this hotel Post your photos of this hotel Did you find this review helpful? Traveler rating: Kailua-Kona: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : "Mostly good" Nov 16, 2005 : A TripAdvisor Member, London, UK Compare prices with: I stayed at this hotel in: November, 2005 My ratings for this hotel are: Rooms Service Value Cleanliness Activities and gym Pool I traveled to this hotel with: friends I recommend this hotel for: couples and romantics, honeymooners, seniors, tourists My visit was for: extended vacation Would I stay at this location again: absolutely! I went to Hawaii with my sister and a friend and Kona was our first stop. I'm glad we stayed at this hotel. We had a standard room with a partial ocean view. The rooms were reasonable size and the layout was great. The location is gorgeous and it's right on the beach, rocky, not sand. The first morning we had a free breakfast sponsored by the activity guest, and they talked about all the tours and excursions available. The lady who spoke was very knowledgeable, and the talk really helped us to decide what should see and we can skip....keep it up!! The staff service was reasonable, although the day we checked in we called for maintenance and the guy showed up one and a half hour later, after we called 3 times, and had to make a trip down to reception the fourth time. Apart from this, we had a pleasant stay and would definitely stay there again!! This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor, Inc. 16 out of 16 TripAdvisor users found this review to be helpful. Write a review of this hotel Post your photos of this hotel Did you find this review helpful? Traveler rating: Kailua-Kona: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : "Overall, a lotta bang for your buck" Nov 7, 2005 : A TripAdvisor Member, oregon Compare prices with: I stayed at this hotel in: November, 2005 My ratings for this hotel are: Rooms Service Value Cleanliness Dining Activities and gym Pool I traveled to this hotel with: spouse/partner I recommend this hotel for: couples and romantics, families with teenagers, seniors, budget travelers, tourists My visit was for: extended vacation Would I stay at this location again: absolutely! Just returned from 8 days at OKBR. If you're not finicky, there is good value here. Like others who have posted, the place could use a little "umpf" But since you're gone most of the day does it really matter what color the paint, or condition of the carpet ? Our room was more than adequate with coffee maker, refrigerator, clothes iron, security safe, lanai, big shower. We shopped before booking and figured we saved over $60 per day and got more amenities. Our standard garden view still had an ocean view without paying the upgrade, plus received the 5th night for free. The Kama'aina Terrace restaurant puts on a great breakfast buffet, worth the $13.95. We only ate one dinner here, Fridays prime rib-seafood dinner buffet. At $34.95 it was only so-so. Most regular dinner prices run $18 to $35. Bar drinks run $8.00, do your own in-room. I can recommend lunch at the Kalanikai Grill. Good burgers or fish and chips at $8.00 in an ocean side setting. There is a mall within a mile of here that has fast food and grocery stores. Buy your pop, booze, and munchies and eat in room. Look around for other dining options. Tennis courts, swimming pool, and exercise room available. Next door to the resort is a great beach for swimming and snorkeling. Go to Snorkel Bobs on Alii Dr. to rent your gear for $9.00/week. All in all, I'd recommend to anyone. Very hard to beat the value. This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor, Inc. 17 out of 17 TripAdvisor users found this review to be helpful. Write a review of this hotel Post your photos of this hotel Did you find this review helpful? Traveler rating: Kailua-Kona: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : "Lovely resort but they need to upgrade their rooms" Nov 3, 2005 : View larger photos Compare prices with: I stayed at this hotel in: October, 2005 My ratings for this hotel are: Rooms Service Value Cleanliness Dining Activities and gym Pool I traveled to this hotel with: spouse/partner I recommend this hotel for: couples and romantics, families with small children, families with teenagers, tourists My visit was for: extended vacation Would I stay at this location again: probably not I selected this hotel based on positive reviews from Trip advisor. However, our room (#645) was horrible (stained carpeting and torn bed spread), so we asked for another room. Carpeting should be clean so that I can walk comfortably barefooted. The carpeting in our new room #515 was better but still needs replacing. The bathroom above ours leaked one day and we had to ask for maintenance to come in and fix the problem. Maid service was poor two times: Left used glasses on the table and left used towels in the bathroom floor, yet they took the other used towels. On the positive side, our room was large with a king bed, two chairs, table and ottoman, desk/chair; fabulous view of the pool area and ocean/tide pools. Service at the bar was great, although drinks were a little pricy. Excellent dinner at their main restaurant. We enjoyed the mai tais while watching the sunset and seeing the many turtles sleeping on the rocks in front of us in the tide pool. Nightly entertainment was quite enjoyable. I would definitely return here only if they upgrade their rooms. We were at least lucky to have been upgraded to an ocean deluxe room without any additional charges. Pick a room closer to the ocean to avoid the street noise. This place is located about 5 miles from the center of Kona on Alii drive. Also, Kahaluu beach, next to the hotel, is the BEST place for snorkeling. Bring an underwater camera!! I had the opportunity to swim within inches of turtles, Moorish idols, triggerfish, puffers, parrot fish, etc. This is the best place for snorkeling, especially for beginners. Just up the street is a shopping center, where you can grocery shop: Pick up the large bottle of mai tai mix and dark rum and save on your bar bill by making your own mai tais. Good place to shop for bottled water, sandwiches, and sushi! An internet cafe is there too. Overall we did enjoy our stay, but again, would like to see the place upgraded. Maybe there are other rooms that are refurbished. Ask before you book. One last thought: We spent five nights there. I think the next time we will book a condo like we did when we visited Kauai. This way we could have a kitchen to cook our breakfast and have a more comfortable place to stay. This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor, Inc. 24 out of 24 TripAdvisor users found this review to be helpful. Write a review of this hotel Post your photos of this hotel Did you find this review helpful? Traveler reviews (11-15 of 193) Previous | Next Sponsored links * Hotel deal search: Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort Click here for best prices for Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Great rooms from $146 Expedia.com Don't just travel. Travel right! Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort : Hawaii Experts! RoyalHawaii.com Instantly check availability & rates. 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