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Hawaiian Tropic Canada - About Our Company - Company Info Ron Rice and Hawaiian Tropic: The Early Days Ron Rice sold his first bottle of Hawaiian Tropic the same day America launched the first moon mission July 16, 1969. The first full trailer truckload of Hawaiian Tropic product left the plant in 1974. That same year, during the oil crisis, huge tanks were installed at the plant to hold 120,000 gallons of oil. Jump to: Industry Firsts | General Information Ron Rice and the creation of Hawaiian Tropic Hawaiian Tropic: Industry Firsts Hawaiian Tropic pioneered the use and popularity of Aloe Vera Gel (lauded as nature's greatest healer) in cosmetics. Prior to automation, Hawaiian Tropic Distributors would wait at the plant with blank checks made out to Ron ready to take as much product as he could possibly produce. Hawaiian Tropic was the first U.S. suncare company to: promote rich, natural ingredients for moisturizing the skin. use tropical coconut/banana fragrance in lotions and oils. place higher than a 15 SPF in the U.S. mass market. Top Hawaiian Tropic: General Information Tanning Research Labs, Inc. manufactures Hawaiian Tropic products at its plant in Ormond Beach, Florida. Hawaiian Tropic will celebrate its 36th anniversary in 2005. Hawaiian Tropic holds a dominant position in U.S. and Canadian markets. We rank #1 on the Caribbean, Mexican and South American beaches. Hawaiian Tropic is the only international suncare brand manufactured by a privately owned company which specializes in suncare. Hawaiian Tropic utilizes over 125 product formulations and over 400 different types of ingredients. Hawaiian Tropic neither conducts or contracts animal testing for its suncare products. Hawaiian Tropic employs more than 2,000 people worldwide. The Ormond Beach headquarters facility for Hawaiian Tropic covers more than 306,500 square feet. Top Ron Rice and the creation of Hawaiian Tropic Ron Rice is the epitome of the 'American Dream'. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised in a log cabin, Ron became an entrepreneur at an early age. By five, he was running his own roadside stand at the foot of his family-owned mountain. He sold apples, grapes, nuts, honey, apple cider, and wreaths at Christmas to help the family. His father instilled in him the basic American values that he lives by today--honesty, fairplay, tough competition, and plenty of hard work. A firm believer in education, Ron graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science Degree and set out on a career as a teacher. This enterprising young man would still be a chemistry teacher/football coach/part-time lifeguard today, if it had not been for a trip to Hawaii. While he was there, Ron saw women on the beach using natural oils to protect their skin. Having looked in vain all his life for a product that would shield his extremely fair skin from the sun, Ron was determined to create a product that would allow him and others to achieve a tan like the native Hawaiians. With $500.00 borrowed from his father, Ron set up business in his garage. He mixed coconut, avocado, kukui and other secret natural oils in a garbage can, bottled the formula and set out to sell it. "I had an old Ford Mustang convertible that the salt air had just eaten apart. I drove to pool decks and lifeguard stands and sold my original suntan product. I was obsessed," Rice says. The new product caught on immediately--no one had ever heard of a natural tanning formula before! When it came time to hire a staff and a sales force, Rice looked to his old teaching, lifeguard and football buddies. He sent this modified super sales team to various parts of the world and built Hawaiian Tropic into the second largest suncare company in the world, today grossing over $200 million a year. Ron shares his success with the love of his life, his daughter Sterling. When the two aren't traveling, they spend most of their time at their $5.5 million oceanfront estate in Daytona Beach--the city where Hawaiian Tropic originated. The palatial home took five years to build and sits just a few feet from where Ron's lifeguard tower once sat. In memory of his father, Ron had it built with North Carolina granite rock trucked down from the mountains to Florida. Ron continues to be the driving force behind the development, marketing, and promotion of new Hawaiian Tropic products. "Ron lives and breathes Hawaiian Tropic," says his director of advertising. "If he gets an idea at 4:00 a.m.--he will call you!" Rice also knows how to mix hard work with fun. He travels over 250 days a year to various celebrity/charity events, Grand Prix Races (where Hawaiian Tropic sponsors several cars), Miss Hawaiian Tropic International Pageants, The Cannes Film Festival, and many, many more places promoting Hawaiian Tropic . Amazingly, all the success and fame has not gone to Ron Rice's head. "My biggest peeve is people who become successful and forget their roots," he says. "The happiest day of my life was when I was able to pay my father back the $500.00 he loaned me and thank him for believing in me." The garbage can used to mix his first batch is now silverplated and stands in Ron's living room as a reminder of Hawaiian Tropic's early days, and Ron's tireless hard work and determination. Top Home | Products | Sun Facts | Hot Promotions | Fun Stuff | Company Info | Pageants | Contact Us Product Line | Protection | Children | Tanning | Biodegradable | After Sun & Burn Relief | Salon-Indoor

Hawaii Volcano

Metroblogging Hawaii: Volcano Wireless Shangri-la (2) Designer Body (4) Olive Garden? Applebees? (9) Happy Holidays! (2) Better start saving for april - concerts! (6) :: January 2006 :: December 2005 :: November 2005 :: October 2005 :: September 2005 :: August 2005 :: July 2005 :: June 2005 :: May 2005 :: April 2005 :: March 2005 :: February 2005 :: January 2005 :: December 2004 :: November 2004 :: October 2004 Atom RSS 1.0 RSS 2.0 Full RSS 2.0 No Comments Bloglines MyFeedster MyYahoo! Kinja NetNewsWire NewsGator Online NewsMonster Radio SharpReader Shrook NewsIsFree Syndic8 Technorati It's not news, it's Fark! :: Mel's Internet Universe :: Linkmeister :: HawaiiStories.com :: Bytemarks :: The Burning Road :: ilind.net :: Chalkdust :: The Year of Coffee :: In Medias Res :: My Wide Blue Seas « Hawaii's International Auto Show | Main | Front Page » April 14, 2005 Volcano Wireless I fricken' forgot to pay my ISP bill this month and can't do it until I get paid later this week, so I'm getting my web-fix tonight at Volcano Joe's , one of my current favorite hangouts. If you go, you'll want to check it out more than once; there are quite a few intriguing entries on the menu board. I recommending starting with the 9-inch pizza with your choice of three toppings for under eight bucks. The crust is the highlight here--it's thin and crisp; almost cracker-like. The food here is rather carefully and lovingly made, and that's a huge, huge plus in my book. There are quite a few vegetarian items on the menu, of which the hummus is probably best. The 'net connection is sometimes quite pleasingly fast; often, it's a little slow. Still, it's free, and your fountain drink is bottomless, so it's easy to slide into cruising mode and surf at in leisure-mode. The endless parade of college lovelies doesn't hurt, either. :) My other favorite wireless hangout is Coffee Talk, but parking in the municipal lot in Kaimuki has gone up to $.75 an hour (up from four bits), which is still pretty cheap, but there's a reason I can't pay my ISP bill just yet; there's no way I can swing coffee AND parking! Posted by scrivener at April 14, 2005 09:03 PM Send to a Friend | IM to a friend Comments OMG! I can't believe it! Mitchell said "fricken"!!!! Posted by: Jenn M. at April 14, 2005 10:43 PM Sitting in a cafe, watching all the girls go by. Pobrecito! :-) Posted by: Glen Miyashiro at April 15, 2005 09:32 AM Post a comment Name: Email Address: URL: Due to comment spam we can no longer accept URLs from blogspot. Remember personal info? Yes No Comments: Last 25 Entries Shangri-la Designer Body Does that come in womens? The "mini figure" craze Baci Bistro Happy Holidays! Christmas Eve at my auntie's Do I have a stalker? Better start saving for april - concerts! My Prayer For 2006 The Christmas Gift of Aloha. WiFi at Honolulu Airport The Flood? Keanu Reeves. Tokyo-Tokyo In cars, again... In cars Honolulu Transit Meeting The Papillon Car. The Briefcase Guys. Bistro Sun Tenmusu @ Shirokiya A rainy day in Kaimuki. Howdy! I love the H-3. MetroBlogging is a division of Bode Media, Inc :: privacy policy :: terms of use :: some rights reserved --

Molokai? Click Into Our

Molokai Fish and Dive - Molokai activities, kayaking, fishing, diving, camping and snorkeling Home Activities Store History Books Contact Us Island Tour Need a place to stay on Molokai? Click Into Our Condo Well known by residents throughout Hawaii, Molokai Fish & Dive in Kaunakakai is packed to the rafters with everything that a person could need to have fun in the tropical sun. Over the years our Tours & Rentals Department has become the one-stop location for booking Molokai activities and tours. Whether it's ocean kayaking, horseback riding, mountain biking, whale watching, cultural hikes or fishing, we can make the arrangements for your adventure of a lifetime . In addition to being the Islands complete sporting goods store, within its walls can be found the largest selection of authentic Molokai designed T-shirts and souvenirs on the entire island. -------------------------------- -- Created by our staff members, the artwork is earthy and involved with the Hawaiian culture of Moloka'i. These exclusive designs have always been highly prized by residents and visitors alike and have never been available anywhere other than the store in Kaunakakai. As a result, they have always been one of the must things that folks bring home after a visit to the island. Now, a select few of these items are available to web surfers the world over. Over the years, the owner Jim Brocker, has taken thousands of superb photographs of Molokai and her people. Combing these photos with creative writing abilities he has authored Molokais two best selling books. The Lands of Father Damien , released August 1998, immediately hit Hawaii's Best Seller list. The book deals with Molokais Kalaupapa Peninsula, the people who were banished there and the dedicated priest, Father Damien. Containing 108 sepia-tone archival photos and 277 color prints, it is the largest pictorial publication in existence dealing with the events that took place in this desolate place. Jims previous book, A Portrait of Molokai. , is a must for anyone who has, or is planning to, visit the island. This 160 page book contains 375 color photographs that capture the spirit and beauty of this special place. Written in true local style, it portrays Molokai as can only be done by someone who lives here. So, come on in. We're glad you're here! Home | Activities | Store History | Books | Contact Us Island Tour

Hawaiian Recipe

recipes Hawaiian Food Local Recipes Luau & Imu Cooking Mainland Sources Pacific Rim Shop Online More Food & Dining Links from the Hawaiian Style Web Directory . Hawaii School Reports is sponsored by: Quick Facts | People | History | Language | Nature Hawaiian Food: Local Recipes Aunty Leilani's Favorites & Weekly Recipes - A collection of local favorites and a weekly special recipe. Electric Kitchen - A variety of recipes from seasonal to ethnic, to quick and healthy, or just basic, ono (delicious) dishes, from Hawaiian Electric Company. Guide to Hawaii Fish - Sorted by local Hawaiian name with characteristics and cooking tips. Hawaii's Kitchen - Recipes from the KHON FOX 2 TV show indexed by date featured. Japanese Recipe Collection - Miso soup and shabu-shabu head the list, plus a lot more good recipes from the Tokyo Food Place. Even a recipe for homemade natto! Local Kine Recipes - A BIG list, well indexed from Art Pollard, University of Hawaii. Requests and additions welcome. Manapua Recipe - Aunty Leilani's `ono recipe for real kine manapua. MCC Recipe Files - Large selection of recipes indexed by main ingredient and type of cuisine, from the Maui Community College Food Service Program. mixed-plate.com - Great stop for foodies! Find a new recipe in the database , check out the list of eateries in the Food Mall , or vote for your favorite SweetStop . Rice Stories and Rice Recipes - The origins of rice and a nice collection of rice recipes from the About.com Guide for Chinese Culture. Also check the food & recipe links Jun Shan has collected. Rusty Thomas Menu Collection - Local restaurant menus from 1946 to around 1982, collected by former food editor and maintained by KCC. Only the menu list is available online. Nostalgic photos. Sam Choy's Weekly Recipe - From Sam's TV show. Complete list for the past year. Sushi Vocabulary - As complete a listing as you're apt to find online, from The Tokyo Food Place. Takahashi Market - Asian and Pacific Island recipes from this San Mateo store. Usenet: alt.recipes.hawaii - If all else fails, someone here may help! Vegetarian Society of Hawaii - Information on membership and resources, including Vegetarian Restaurants, Natural Food Stores and Vegetarian Catering. Return to Hawaiian Food Index Visit our other sites Island Options | My Hawaii Online | OhanaNet all part of The 'Ohana Network, Hawaii's Online Community ('ohana means family in Hawaiian) Home | About Us | Privacy Policy | Sponsors | Ask Aunty Kat! Graphics used on this page courtesy of: ClipsAhoy.com ; WorldAtlas.com 1998-2002 OhanaNet Corporation. All rights reserved.

Hawaii Resorts Travel Travel

Hawaii Resorts -- for families  You are here: About > Travel > Travel with Kids > More Beach Vacations > Hawaii Resorts Travel Travel with Kids Essentials Family Vacation Ideas Winter and Spring Break Beach Vacations Ten Latest Family Travel Deals All-inclusive and other Family Resorts Topics Family Travel: What's Hot Top Vacation Spots VT, ME, NH, CT, MA, NY, PA Mexico Vacations Caribbean Vacations More Beach Vacations Florida Family Vacations Resorts with Water Park More Family Resorts Fun Places for Kids Disney Vacations Family Cruises Babies;Teens;Single Parents Lots More Destinations Family Travel TIPS, GAMES Buyer's Guide Activity Kits Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Travel with Kids newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Travel with Kids > More Beach Vacations > Hawaii Resorts Hawaii Resorts Below, see many Hawaii Resorts grouped by island, plus some recommended outings. Many Hawaii resorts have kids' clubs, pools with waterpark features, etc.; not all-inclusive pricing, though. Articles & Resources Sort By : Guide Picks | Alphabetical | Recent Hawaii All-inclusive Resorts?? Vacationers won't find full-scale all-inclusive resorts in Hawaii, but here are a few hints. Hawaii Beach Vacations Ten great beaches, and eight Hawaii resorts. (With photos.) HAWAII RESORTS - OAHU: Waikiki Beach Waikiki Beach is still a lovely place despite so much nearby concrete development, and it's lots of fun for families. Click here for several properties that have special features for families. Generally, kids 18 and under stay free. Ohana Hotels and Outrigger Resorts OHANA is a brand of Outrigger Resorts and Hotels that offers non-beachfront properties at a good price point. Both OHANA and Outrigger have family-friendly properties on several islands; most OHANA locations are near Waikiki, and the flagship Outrigger Reef is right on Waikiki Beach. JW Marriott Ihilani The JW Marriott Resort & Spa-- on Oahu at Ko Olina, a short drive from the Honolulu airport-- has kids program, teen program, Marine Life Program, and a bunch of Ocean Adventures. No charge for two kids 17 and under, in parents' room. Turtle Bay Resort Turtle Bay is a unique Hawaii resort: a lone property on the beautiful north coast of Oahu, with 880 acres, file miles of beach, five different bays, pool with waterfall and slide, on-site snorkeling, horseriding, surf lessons... MAUI: Grand Wailea Resort and Spa Fun at this luxury Maui property includes kids camp and the Canyon Activity Pools, nine pools connected by a river that floats swimmers along. Ka'anapali Beach Hotel Value alert: this place aims to be "a moderately-priced first-class hotel", and also "Maui's most Hawaiian hotel." The free kids' "Aloha Passport" program of activities features local arts and crafts. Kids' Programs at Maui Resorts A review of kids' programs at a number of resorts in the popular Wailea area, at the City Spin website. BIG ISLAND: Kohala Coast Hawaii Resorts If you feel like lapping up a little luxury, here's a group of eight upscale Hawaii resorts --on the west side of the Big Island-- that Conde Nast readers voted among the Top Fifty Tropical Resorts Worldwide." Kona Village A luxury getaway on the Kohala Coast, with no phones or tv in your room. Stay in individual "hale" cottages spread over 82 acres; complimentary outrigger canoe and glass-bottom boat rides, kids program and teens program; snorkeling in the bay full of colorful fish. Kona Village has a rare feature, for a Hawaii resort: nearly-all-inclusive pricing. Hawaii Resorts: Hilton Waikoloa Village Another luxury Hawaii resort on the Kohala Coast; get around the 62 acres by "monorail" or by canal-boat on waterways. One of the features is a 4-acre saltwater lagoon: great for learning snorkel, with plenty of fish, and even sea-turtles. Top Ten Big Island Family Activities About's guide for Hawaii/South Pacific selects ten family activities: Beaches, Dolphins, Gardens, Mountains, Volcanoes and more. HAWAII RESORTS - KAUAI: Hyatt Regency Kauai With 50 acres on one of the quieter islands, this luxury Hawaii resort has pools connected by "river pools", caves, waterfalls, 150-foot water slide; saltwater lagoons; Camp Hyatt program for kids 3 to 12. Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy This condominium property-- on 13 acres on the east side of Kauai-- has one- and two-bedroom units with private lanai, full kitchen, washer-dryer, etc. Swimming pool has lagoons and kids' pool. MOLOKAI: Molokai Ranch and Lodge Guests stay in comfy "upscale tents": canvas bungalows on platforms, big bed in one section, twin beds in another; solar-powered lights; private bathroom, hot-water showers; lanai. ( A lodge is also available.) 54,000 acres of land, white-sand beach, sea kayaking, mountain biking, horseback rides; Ed-ventures for kids include tidal pools, Hawaiian arts and crafts. Hawaii with Kids and Teens- Multi- Islands About's guide for Hawaii for Visitors has many suggestions for family activities on the Big Island, Maui, Kauai, and Oahu. Multi-island: Hawaii Resorts & Activities for the Whole Ohana "Perfect family weeks on Maui, Oahu, Kauai, and the Big Island"-- at Outside Online. For each island, there's a recommended "home base" property, plus detailed itineraries for seven days of fun.   Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2006 About, Inc., A part of The New York Times Company . All rights reserved. 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