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Hawaiian Volcanoes [ TEXT ONLY ] Hualalai Haleakala Lo`ihi Hawaiian Volcanoes The Hawaiian Islands are at the southeastern end of a chain of volcanoes that began to form more than 70 million years ago. Many of these volcanoes formed islands that have subsided and eroded beneath sea level, and some of the old volcanoes probably never reached sea level. Each Hawaiian island is made of one or more volcanoes, which first erupted on the sea floor and only emerged above the ocean's surface after countless eruptions. The largest and most southeastern island of the chain, Hawai`i, consists of five volcanoes. Kilauea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai have erupted in the past 200 years. Lo`ihi, the youngest volcano of the Hawaiian Volcanic Chain, is still about 1,000 meters beneath the ocean's surface. East Maui Volcano, commonly known as Haleakala, on the island of Maui, is the only other Hawaiian volcano to have erupted since the late 1700's. Origin of the Hawaiian Island Volcanic Chain An overview of "hot spots" and thermal plumes in the Earth's mantle is provided in this online USGS booklet about Plate Tectonics. Map of the southeastern or "windward" Hawaiian Islands. The islands owe their existence to a "hot spot" in the Earth's mantle that has changed location only slightly over the past 70 million years. This hot spot is located beneath the southeastern part of Hawai`i. Countless eruptions of lava fed by the hot spot built volcanoes that eventually grew above sea level to form islands. But the volcanoes didn't continue to erupt, because the seafloor on which they were built was continually moving northwestward across the hot spot at a rate of 7-9 cm per year. Eventually each volcano was torn away from the hot spot and carried northwestward, just as a conveyor belt moves material from one location to another. Such is the fate for the active volcanoes on the Big Island, though they will be replaced by new volcanoes, of which Lo`ihi is the first born. Hawai`i | Lo`ihi | Kilauea | Mauna Loa | Hualalai | Mauna Kea | Kohala | Maui | West Maui Volcano | East Maui Volcano (Haleakala) | Kaho`olawe Lana`i Moloka`i | West Moloka`i Volcano | East Moloka`i Volcano | O`ahu | Koolau Volcano | Waianae Volcano | Kaua`i Ni`ihau Map of the Hawaiian Islands, a chain of volcanoes that stretches about 2,700 km in a northwesterly direction from the Island of Hawai`i. The age of the volcanoes that form the islands increases progressively from Hawai`i, where the volcanoes are still active, to the northwest end, where the volcanoes are about 30 million years old. The chain of volcanoes continues as seamounts for another 3,000 km; the chain bends sharply to the northward about 700 km beyond this map and becomes the Emperor Seamounts. The URL of this page is http://hvo.wr.usgs.gov/volcanoes/ Contact: hvowebmaster@usgs.gov Updated:18 June, 2001 (pnf)

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Hawaii Hotels, King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel - Big Island Hawaii Built in the heart of picturesque Kailua-Kona town, King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel takes its name from the most prominent of Hawaii's monarchs, King Kamehameha the Great, who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1810 and who established his residence and administrative capital on the grounds of this Hawaii hotel. The quiet sheltered bay, balmy trade winds and endless days of brilliant sunshine also made the site of this Big Island hotel a favorite vacation spot for Hawaiian royalty. Images and artifacts celebrating its historically significant location can be found throughout the hotel, and are included in a daily-guided historical tour. On the surrounding grounds stands King Kamehameha's restored Hawaiian temple, Ahu'ena Heiau, a stunning foreground for the compelling seascape that the hotel's seaside location provides. On Kamakahonu Bay, the 460-room King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel fronts the only white sandy beach in Kona. The full-service landmark hotel is home to the world-famous annual Ironman Triathlon, and features three restaurants, swimming pool with a whirlpool spa and sauna, comprehensive meeting and banquet facilities, a Hawaiian activity center, beauty salon and the only air-conditioned shopping mall in Kona. King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is also home to the best lu'au (Hawaiian feast) on the island. The lu'au is held every Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday and includes songs and dances of ancient and modern Hawaii.

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Top Hawaiian Aloha Shirts  You are here: About > Travel > Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors > Shopping and Gifts > Holiday Gift Guide > Top Hawaiian Aloha Shirts 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! See Online Courses   Search Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors Stay up to date! Email to a friend Print this page Most Popular Nudist Beaches in Hawaii Hawaii Photos Hawaii Pictures Life's a Beach in Hawaii - Our collection of photos of peopl... Hawaiian Island Scorecard What's Hot Top Picks in Hawaiian Coffee Kamehameha the Great Kalua Pig Waikiki Beach, Oahu - Life's a Beach in Hawaii - Hawaii Beac... Best Beaches 1999 Related Topics Air Travel Cruises Honeymoons / Romantic Getaways Surfing / Bodyboarding Travel with Kids Top 10 Hawaiian Aloha Shirts Guide Picks From John Fischer , Your Guide to Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! The Aloha shirt is the quintessential symbol of Hawaii. Cool, comfortable and casual, Aloha shirts are perfect for that Sunday beach barbeque, a night out at the movies, or just plain lounging around. They're perfect almost anytime in the islands and a great way to remember paradise when you're back home. 1) Kamehameha Garment Company 100% cotton Aloha Shirt Offering 24 patterns, the Kamehameha Garment Company is one of the oldest and most highly regarded manufacturers of Aloha shirts in the classic, purely retro, style. Manufacturer's Site 2) Reyn Spooner® - Spooner Cloth Aloha Shirt From one of the most respected makers of fine Hawaiian wear, there are 24 patterns of this classic Aloha shirt first introduced in 1964 and made of 60% pima cotton and 40% polyester. Manufacturer's Site 3) Hilo Hattie Aloha Shirt The "Store of Hawaii" offers more than 30 patterns of aloha shirts in several different materials and price ranges. Manufacturer's Site 4) Royal Hawaiian Creations Aloha Shirt One of Hawaii's largest manufacturer's of Aloha shirts since 1987, this award winning company offers over numerous styles of shirts in several choices of fabric. Manufacturer's Site 5) Kilauea Clothing Company Aloha Shirt Offering a selection of vintage Hawaiian print designs, based on original shirts from the 1940's and 50's - in the easy care fabrics and colors of today. Manufacturer's Site 6) Kahala Sportswear Aloha Shirt Offering fine Aloha shirts in both 100% rayon and in a rayon/cotton/linen blend, Kahala Sportswear Aloha shirts offer both classic designs as well as designs by current artists. Manufacturer's Site 7) Banana Jack Hawaiian Shirt Company Aloha Shirts Offering over 80 classic Hawaiian aloha shirts in 100% cotton, rayon and blends, Banana Jack shirts are "made in Hawaii and shipped with aloha." Manufacturer's Site 8) Paradise Found Hawaiian Shirts Offering a wide selection of high quality shirts including the widely demanded "Magnum P.I." shirt pattern actually worn in the long-running TV series. Manufacturer's Site 9) Royal Hawaiian Creations Royal Hawaiian Creations has been making fine Hawaiian Shirts in the Aloha State since 1987, and is one of the largest makers in Hawaii Sizes ranging from Large to 4XL Manufacturer's Site 10) Beanteacher Hawaiian Style Owned and operated by Hawaiians now living in California, this seller offers a wide selection of shirts by Avanti, Go Barefoot, Kamehameha, Royal Hawaiian Creations, Winnie Fashions and more. Vendor's Site Important product disclaimer information about this About site.   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. Around About Tips to Losing Weight Guide to Distance Learning How to Travel for Less PHOTOS: Italy PHOTOS: Hybrid Cars What's Hot Top Picks in Hawaiian Coffee Kamehameha the Great Kalua Pig Waikiki Beach, Oahu - Life's a Beach in Hawaii - Hawaii Beac... Best Beaches 1999

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