Hawaiian cruise industry The Omnibus

Norwegian Cruise Line Gains Interisland Cruise Rights to Hawaii  You are here: About > Travel > Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors > A Hawaii Vacation Planner > Cruise Lines > Norwegian Cruise Line Gains Interisland Cruise Rights to Hawaii Travel Go Hawaii Essentials Which Hawaiian Island Suits You Best? Clickable Map of the Hawaiian Islands Beach Guide Hawaii Pictures Clickable Map of Maui, Hawaii Topics A Hawaii Vacation Planner Big Island of Hawaii Kauai Maui / Molokai / Lanai Oahu / Honolulu / Waikiki South Pacific Culture, History & Language Hawaii Lodging Hula Luau Maps and Weather Pearl Harbor Photos, Video & Cams Recipes Shopping and Gifts Buyer's Guide Tastes of Paradise from Hilo Hattie HilHilo Hattie Dresses and Sarongs Multi-Day Guided Tours Top Hawaii Guidebooks Top Maui / Molokai / Lanai Guidebooks Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors newsletter! 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New law revives Hawaiian cruise industry The Omnibus Appropriations Bill passed by the U.S. Congress on February 13, 2003, includes a provision that will mark the rebirth of the Hawaiian cruise industry. Ever since the bankruptcy of American Classic Voyages following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, only cruise ships arriving from foreign ports, or arriving from mainland ports which also include a stop in non-U.S. territory, have been permitted to make port calls in Hawaii. These restrictions stem from a series of laws enacted in the 1920's commonly referred to as the Jones Act. Among other things the laws require that only American owned ships transport goods and people between American ports. These laws have continually been supported by Congress and U.S. Presidents. Unfortunately, however, gone are the days where there were cruise ships owned by American companies and sailing under U.S. flags. For primarily tax benefits and cost savings reasons such as crew salaries, even cruise lines headquartered in the United States elect to flag their ships in foreign countries, such as Panama and Liberia. The effect of the Jones Act and the lack of American flagged cruise ships has been that cruises totally within the Hawaiian Islands have been virtually non-existent. From 1980 until 2001, only three ships ships have cruised exclusively in the Hawaiian Islands, the S.S. Independence, the S.S. Constitution and, for a short time the M.S. Patriot, all owned by American Hawaiian Cruises, a subsidiary of American Classic Voyages. Cruises exclusively in the Hawaiian Islands ended with the aforementioned bankruptcy of American Classic Voyages. Since that time, several cruise lines have sailed intermittently in Hawaiian waters, all of which include calls of port in a foreign country. Many actually depart from Canada or Mexico. Norwegian Cruise Line, which is based in Miami, has been the leader in Hawaiian cruises since 2001. Their ship, the Norwegian Star, however, makes a trip to Fanning Island in the Republic of Kiribati on each of its inter-island cruises. The recently passed bill, will allow Norwegian to eliminate this extra stop and cruise exclusively within the waters of Hawaii. Under the terms of the bill, Norwegian Cruise Line will be permitted to sail foreign-built ships under a U.S. flag in Hawaii waters. Opponents to the bill, under pressure from rival cruise lines, required that the bill include a provision that these newly flagged ships will not transport passengers in revenue service to ports in Alaska, the Gulf of Mexico or the Caribbean Sea. In addition, no federal money will be used in this project. Norwegian plans to finish building overseas two partly built cruise ships destined for Hawaii under American Classic Voyages' failed ship building initiative which was called "Project America," and then sail them exclusively in Hawaii. It also allows the cruise line to re-flag an additional cruise ship (the Norwegian Star) already in operation. In an additional boon to the Hawaiian economy and tourist industry, the bill requires Norwegian to employ American crews to man the ships. Norwegian has promised that a majority of the hiring will be with Hawaii residents. It is expected that as many as 3000 new jobs will be created for Hawaii residents once all three ships are in operation.   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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Hawaii Wedding

Hawaii Wedding Resort - Best Honeymoon Resort - Resort Info - Weddings - Overview The best wedding and honeymoon resort, Mauna Lani Resort at Kalahuipua'a welcomes you. It would be an honor to welcome you and your friends & family to Mauna Lani on this very special occasion. Our beautiful weather and tropical sunsets will truly compliment your special day. We offer comprehensive services for weddings, vow renewals and honeymoons. We’ll create and take the worry out of weddings and replace it with adventure, romance and the maximum quotient of nuptial bliss. For guest accommodations, please call Hotel Reservations at (800) 367-2323 for promotional rates. Please call the Wedding Department directly if you would like to book 10 or more guestrooms per night, as we offer Wedding Parties special group room rates at substantial savings. As guests of Mauna Lani Bay, you may select one of the many beautiful sites: panoramic ocean views, ancient royal fishponds, tropical garden settings and many others reminiscent of Old Hawaii. printable information Honeymoon / Wedding Registry: Register your wedding/honeymoon for free and show your family and friends all that you want to enjoy at Mauna Lani Resort. It works just like a gift registry, except that your friends and family can give you money toward your dream honeymoon instead of, say, a toaster! The perfect, unforgetable gift. You can register for free, and your friends and family can either contribute towards your stay at Mauna Lani, or your favorite extras (Spa treatments, Rounds of Golf, Dining, etc.) Aloha! Do you have a question about weddings we can personally assist you with? Site Map

Molokai) Mailing Address: Elizabeth

Accommodations - Molokai - Vacation Condos Accommodations Molokai Printer Friendly Version A Word About "Rates" Help us preserve the Islands. Tell our advertisers you found them on Alternative-Hawaii. CONDOMINIUMS (see also Other Accommodation Categories ) SPONSORS CONDO AT WAVECREST RESORT (East Molokai) Mailing Address: Elizabeth H. Jackson, 1001 Bishop Street, Suite 1510, American Savings Tower, Honolulu, HI 96813-3406 Tel. (808) 599-3838 or 1-888-575-9400 (toll free) Fax (808) 537-2322 Email: info@molokaibeachhouse.com Watch for whales from this beautifully remodeled one bedroom, one bath oceanfront condo at Wavecrest Resort. Swimming pool, 2 tennis courts, barbecue grill. Rates: $85 per night (3 night minimum stay). Photo KE NANI KAI CONDO - #218 Kaluakoi Resort, HI (West Molokai) Tel. (808) 553-3648 Mailing Address: Swenson Real Estate, P.O. Box 1979, Kaunakakai, HI 96748 Email: rent@island-realestate.com Molokai is what Hawaii used to be! This well appointed top floor two bedroom / two bath condo with lanai overlooks the Kaluakoi Golf Course and Hawaii's longest white sand beach. Amenities include a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, and BBQ area. Rates: $165 per night. Photo MOLOKAI HAWAII VACATION CONDO Kaluakoi, HI (Island of Molokai) Mailing address: Wanda Smith, 6596 Hampton Drive, San Jose, CA 95120 Tel. (408) 268-2071 Fax (408) 997-3914 Email: waunderrn@sbcglobal.net An 845 sq. ft. studio in the Paniolo Hale Condominium in the Kaluakoi Resort area. On the northwestern tip of Molokai, bounded by the Kaluakoi Golf Course and Kepuhi Beach. Lush gardens, beautiful vistas, swimming pool, BBQ's. Rates: $115 per night (3 night minimum stay). Photo MOLOKAI VACATION RENTAL P. O. Box 1979 Kaunakakai, HI 96748 (Multi-District) Tel. (808) 553-8334 or 1-800-367-2984 Fax (808) 553-3783 Email: rent@island-realestate.com Offering a variety of Molokai vacation rentals - everything from estates to homes to condos to cottages - on the most Hawaiian island. A great place to escape the hectic world. Rates: $75 to $650 per night. Photo FRIENDS CASTLE RESORTS & HOTELS 1150 South King Street Honolulu, HI 96814 (Islands of Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai, Molokai) Tel. (808) 591-2235 or 1-800-367-5004 Moderate to deluxe condos and hotels on five of the major Hawaiian islands. Rates:Moderate to Expensive. KALUAKOI VILLAS P. O. Box 350 Maunaloa, HI 96770 (Island of Molokai) Tel. (808) 552-2721 or 1-800-367-5004 Discover Molokai. Championship golf. VCR, TV, fans, barbecue, pool. Rates: Moderate to Expensive. KE NANI KAI P. O. Box 289 Maunaloa, HI 96770 (Island of Molokai) Tel. (808) 552-2761 or 1-800-535-0085 Charming condos on the fairways of the Kaluakoi Resort. Pool, two tennis courts, golf (18 holes), Jacuzzi, lanai, TV, phone, ceiling fan, washer/dryer, maid service. Rates: Moderate. MARC RESORTS HAWAII 2155 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 706 Honolulu, HI 96815 (Islands of Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai, Molokai) Tel. (808) 922-9700 or 1-800-535-0085 Over 20 moderate to deluxe condos and hotels on five of the major Hawaiian islands. Rates: Moderate to Expensive. MOLOKAI SHORES P. O. Box 1037 Kaunakakai, HI 96748 (Island of Molokai) Tel. (808) 553-5954 or 1-800-535-0085 Oceanfront condo on the Friendly Isle. Pool, cable, TV, fan. Rates: Moderate. PANIOLO HALE P. O. Box 190 Maunaloa, HI 96770 (Island of Molokai) Tel. (808) 552-2731 or 1-800-367-2984 Country club refinement on Molokai - smartly designed units on a fairway near the beach. Pool, golf (18 holes), TV, screened-in lanais, phones, barbecue grills. Rates: Moderate. WAVECREST Box 541 Kaunakakai, HI 96748 (Island of Molokai) Tel. (808) 558-8103 or 1-800-535-0085 Remote condo on Molokai's dramatic eastern coast. TV, lanais, pool, two tennis courts, barbecue. Rates: Moderate. Molokai Activities Index Accommodations Index | Home Page Contact Us | Sponsor Join Us Form ©Ala Mua Hawaii 1997

Lahaina Hotels Lahaina HI

Lahaina HI Hotels - Discount Hotels in Lahaina HI Affiliate Program E-mail Us! Toll Free | 1-877-372-1115 Hotels By City.com Home Hotels Airfares Car Rentals Vacations Last Minute Deals Hot Rate Hotels Book By Phone Tell A Friend Bookmark Home > US Hotels > Hawaii Hotels > Lahaina Hotels Lahaina HI Hotels Hotels All hot rate hotels are outlined in yellow . Hot Rates Regular Rates Airport Pet Friendly Family Sort by: Name Star Rating Price Best Western Pioneer Inn 658 Wharf Street, Lahaina Hotels, HI US, 96761 Located at the waters edge across from the famous Lahaina Harbor and next to Banyan Tree Park (the oldest Banyan Tree in Hawaii), the Best Western Pioneer ...More hotel info Kaanapali Beach Hotel 2525 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina Hotels, HI US, 96761 Ocean front on the best stretch of world-famous Ka'anapali Beach, the 430 room hotel was awarded the "Most Hawaiian Hotel" in the state by the Waiaha Foundation. ...More hotel info Lahaina Shores Beach Resort 475 Front Street, Lahaina Hotels, US, 96761 MARKETING DESCRIPTION This plantation - style mansion turned resort is the only beachfront hotel located in the historic whaling town of Lahaina. Savvy ...More hotel info Marriott Maui Ocean Club 100 Nohea Kai Drive, Lahaina Hotels, US, 96761 The Maui Marriott Resort and Ocean Club is a casual, full-service resort located on breathtaking Kaanapali Beach directly opposite the thirty-six hole ...More hotel info Ohana Maui Islander Hotel 660 Wainee Street, Lahaina Hotels, US, 96761 The Ohana Maui Islander Hotel Is Away From It All, But Close To Everything. Beautifully Landscaped On 10 Acres, The Grounds Are A Hawaiian Haven Of ...More hotel info Outrigger Royal Kahana Resort 4365 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina Hotels, US, 96761 vip International S P O T L I G H T Outrigger Royal Kahana Resort -the marc Resorts Royal Kahana Is A Beachfront Property Surrounded By Lush Landscaping ...More hotel info Sheraton Maui Resort 2605 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina Hotels, US, 96761 The Sheraton Maui us an ideal, 510-room resort on 23 beachfront acres, offering spectacular views of white sand, blue Pacific Ocean, and neighboring islands ...More hotel info More Lahaina Hotels City: Check In: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 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 Check Out: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 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 Advanced Search Submit Navigation Home Travel Forum Hotel Search How To Book U.S. Hotels Canada Hotels Europe Hotels Austrailia Hotels International Hotels Hotels By Chain Disney Hotels Travel Tools Lahaina Hotels Help Cancel Reservation Contact Us Privacy Policy City Guide Shows and Events News Letter Name: Email: Learn More Travel Tips Tip 1 - Book Early and Save. Booking early on Lahaina Hotels is no different then booking early on Airfares. Sometimes you can save a lot of money by preplanning your trip and looking for the best rate in advance. Tip 2 - After you make a Lahaina hotel reservation you will receive a confirmation email. This email has valuable information like your confirmation number, and the Hotel's phone number. Print a copy of this email and take it along to confirm your reservation with the hotel. Tip 3 - If a Lahaina hotel shows no availability it may mean that the Lahaina hotel requires you to stay more then 2 nights. Try increasing the number of nights, you may find rooms are available. Tip 4 - Most of the time your credit card will not be billed until you check out of the hotel. Exceptions to this are the best rate guaranteed hotels which are prepaid to reserve the room. More Tips Home | Airfares | Car Rentals | Hot Rates | Last Minute Travel Deals | City Guides | Cancel Reservation | Help © Hotels By City.com 2005, All Rights Reserved

Honolulu, Hawaii LASIK Surgeon

LASIK Honolulu, Hawaii - Surgeons Performing Laser Eye Surgery LASIK Honolulu, Hawaii — Laser Eye Surgery in Honolulu, Hawaii LASIK Surgeon Directory Home > Hawaii > Honolulu LASIK Surgeons Aloha Laser Vision Alan Faulkner, MD (808) 792-3937 Aloha Laser Vision 1100 Ward Ave Suite 1000 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 Go to LASIK Surgeon Directory Home Page. A note about LASIK and Laser Eye Surgery LASIK is one type of laser eye surgery that is commonly performed for the correction of myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. Surgeons in the Honolulu, Hawaii area who perform LASIK may also perform laser eye procedures such as PRK, LASEK and Epi-LASIK. They may also offer non-laser alternatives to LASIK, and may offer variations of LASIK such as monovision LASIK to address presbyopia, or custom LASIK using wavefront technology. About the LASIK Honolulu, Hawaii Directory The AllAboutVision.com LASIK Surgeon Directory is a resource for you to learn more about Honolulu, Hawaii LASIK surgeons and to help you select a surgeon if you choose to have LASIK or another laser eye surgery in Hawaii. Please review the profiles of each Honolulu, Hawaii LASIK surgeon to learn about his or her philosophy, education and treatment experience. Please note that the LASIK Honolulu, Hawaii Directory is not meant to be a comprehensive listing of all LASIK surgeons in the greater Honolulu, Hawaii area. LASIK: Your Next Step A consultation and full LASIK evaluation should be your next step to determine if you are an appropriate candidate for LASIK or another corrective eye procedure. Please consult with a qualified refractive surgeon in the Honolulu, Hawaii area to determine if you are a candidate for any refractive procedure, and if so, whether LASIK, another laser eye surgery or a non-laser eye surgery would be the most suitable choice. Please call (858) 454-5505 for information on a listing in the LASIK Surgeon Directory. All About Vision is a registered service mark of Access Media Group, LLC . 2000–2006 AMG, LLC. LASIK Articles Site Map About Us Terms of Use Privacy Policy Cities in the U.S. and Canada served by the LASIK Surgeon Directory: Akron and Canton , Albuquerque , Appleton , Atlanta , Austin , Baltimore , Boise , Boston , Boulder , Central Oregon , Charleston , Chattanooga , Chevy Chase , Chicago , Cleveland , Colorado Springs , Columbia , Dallas , Denver , Detroit , Elgin , Fairfax , Fairfield County , Flint , Fort Lauderdale , Fort Myers , Fort Wayne , Fredericksburg , Green Bay , Harrisburg , Hartford , Honolulu , Houston , Huntsville , Indianapolis , Inland Empire , Jacksonville , Kansas City , Lancaster , Las Vegas , Long Island , Los Angeles , Macon , Miami , Milwaukee , Minneapolis , New Haven , New Orleans , New York (Manhattan) , North Bay Sonoma , Northern New Jersey , North Georgia , Northwest Indiana , Oakland , Oklahoma City , Omaha , Orange County , Palm Beach , Philadelphia , Phoenix , Portland , Portsmouth , Richmond , Rochester , Sacramento , Saginaw , San Diego , San Fernando Valley , San Francisco , San Gabriel/Downtown LA , San Jose , Santa Fe , Seattle , South Bay/Long Beach , Southern New Jersey , Spokane , Tacoma , Temecula , Vancouver , Ventura , Washington, D.C. , West Iowa , Westchester , and Wilmington .