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Royal Garden At Waikiki - Honolulu //-- Customer Support | Member Sign In Book Online or Call Toll Free: 1-888-782-9722 Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00am EST • Sat-Sun 9:30am - 11:00pm EST BookIt.com Member Sign In BookIt.com Members sign in here to view booking details, print vouchers, make changes and more. Booking ID: Email Address: You know what to do: Check In Enter your arrival date. '; Cal.ArrivalId='ARR_DATE_HM'; Cal.DepartureId='DEP_DATE_HM'; gDivId='CalDiv'; Cal.OpenCal(this);" onclick="Cal.Desc=' Enter your arrival date. '; Cal.ArrivalId='ARR_DATE_HM'; Cal.DepartureId='DEP_DATE_HM'; gDivId='CalDiv'; Cal.OpenCal(this);" Check Out Rooms 1 2 3 Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Children 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Room 2 Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Children 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Room 3 Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Children 0 1 2 3 Book On-line or Call Toll Free (888) 782-9722 - or - (866) 276-8861 ( en espanol ) BookIt.com™ Travel Guides Hawaii Travel Guide Hawaii Attractions Hawaii Restaurants Hawaii Shopping Hawaii Nightlife Hawaii Articles Royal Garden At Waikiki Located just steps away from the excitement of Waikiki, the Royal Garden at Waikiki hotel awaits your arrival. Star Rating On a quiet tree-lined street just off the Ala Wai waterway, the hotel and its expansive tropical gardens combine European elegance with Hawaii's tropical appeal. The Royal Garden at Waikiki features elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites in a variety of dcor with quality amenities, including Internet access in most guestrooms and all suites. The spacious accommodations, exceptional service, and the outstanding Shizu restaurant, make this hotel an unparalleled Royal Experience. Gracious and intimate best describes this distinctive Waikiki garden hotel. From the moment you set foot in the rich Italian marble lobby, you are embraced with abounding elegance. The attention to detail in this perfectly located Pacific paradise leaves little to be desired. The Royal Garden at Waikiki offers guests an award winning restaurant, a cascading waterfall, pools and whirlpools, High Speed Internet available in most of the rooms, Concierge Services, and much more! Whether your travel is for business or pleasure, the Royal Garden at Waikiki will make your stay in the Hawaiian Islands a memorable and Royal Experience. Location Located just steps away from the excitement of Waikiki, the Royal Garden at Waikiki hotel awaits your arrival. Address 440 Olohana Street, Honolulu HI 96815 Toll Free Bookings (888) 782-9722 (866) 276-8861 ( en espanol ) Quick Links Photo Gallery Rooms & Rates User Reviews Maps & Directions Nearby Attractions Amenities • Jacuzzi/Hot Tub • Business Center • Elevator • Exercise Facility • Lounge/Bar • Outdoor Pool • Sauna • Concierge Desk • Handicap Access Elev. • Restaurant • Wedding Services • Kids Stay Free • Dry Cleaning Service • Wake-up Service • Parking (Nominal Fee) • 24 Hour Front Desk • Ice Machine • Tiki Bar Details • # of Floors: 25 • # of Rooms: 140 • 03:00 PM Check In • 12:00 PM Check Out BookIt.com Photo Gallery of Royal Garden At Waikiki Prev Royal Garden At Waikiki Next Click on thumbnails to enlarge. Back to top BookIt.com Rooms & Rates at Royal Garden At Waikiki Standard Hotel Room One King, One Queen or Two Twin Beds. All rooms have balcony and either City or Pool Views, located 6-11th floor. Deluxe Hotel Room One King or Two Twin Beds. No balcony, either City or Partial Ocean Views, located 18-25th floor. One Bedroom Exec Suite with Kitchenette One King or One Queen Bed. Standing balcony only, either City or Partial Ocean Views, located 20-25th floor. Upgraded furnishing, large luxury livingroom and kitchenette.. Back to top Attractions Near Royal Garden At Waikiki honolulu 3 Miles University Of Hawaii 3 Miles Pearl Harbor-Uss Arizona Memor 11 Miles Bishop Museum 6 Miles Polynesian Cultural Center 35 Miles Hanauma Bay 12 Miles Waimea Falls Park 36 Miles Makaha 36 Miles Hawaii Convention Center 1 Miles Hnl-Honolulu Airport 9 Miles Distances shown above are provided by the property for comparison purposes only. Back to top Recent User Reviews of Royal Garden At Waikiki Be the first to review Royal Garden At Waikiki! 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Islands.com | Hawaiian Islands Receive Travel Specials from Hawaiian Islands and other islands -- Hawaiian Islands Hawaiian Islands Where to Stay Marriott Wailea Resort Hawaii Visitors & Conventions Bureau Maui Visitors Bureau Prince Resorts Hawaii Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel - Mauna Kea Resort Mauna Kea Beach Hotel - Mauna Kea Resort Outrigger Hotels & Resorts Sheraton Maui Resort The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Hanalei Colony Resort Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa Maui Prince Hotel - Makena Resort Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at Ko Olina Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki & Golf Club OHANA Waikiki Beachcomber Starwood Hotels & Resorts Hawaii Sheraton Kauai Resort Sheraton Moana Surfrider Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Sheraton Waikiki The Royal Hawaiian Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach Vacation Rentals Guide Cruise Directory Other Hawaii destinations Palm trees whispering in the tradewinds, hula dancers, surfers riding off Diamond Head. a lasting vision of the South Seas? Well, trueexcept for the fact that Hawaii is actually in the North Pacific Even as the late as the 1950s, few visitors to the islands ventured far beyond the comfortable surroundings of Honolulu and legendary Waikiki Beach on the island of Oahu From museums to nightlife, Honolulu is the cultural crossroads of the Pacific Rim But there is another Hawaii on five neighboring islands, each with its own character and its own, unique aloha spirit Maui, with its miles of exemplary beachfront resorts is the most popular of the outer islands And if you can drag yourself away from the sand (or the sand traps at several superb golf courses), there are few views in the world that can top those from the summit of Haleakala volcano and few drives that can match the spectacular, winding coastal road to Hana Kauai is often called the Garden Isle, but it's the islands beaches and the incredible cliff-lined Napali Coast that visitors usually talk about. And while Kauai, like her sister islands, is best seen from the water (catamaran, surfboard, outrigger canoe for starters), the hiking here is unforgettable. The Big Island (as the locals call it) is Hawaii at its most dramatic, from red-hot lava flowing to the sea at the worlds most active volcano to stunning waterfalls. For those looking for a little less drama, relaxing is no effort at luxury resorts scattered along the Kona-Kohala coast. Once a pineapple plantation in the sea, Lanai is now home to a pair of upscale resorts one in the mountains, one at the sea each with a top-rated championship golf course. Development has mostly bypassed Molokai, and thats much of the islands charm. Riding a mule down the steep switchback trail to Kalapapa is a long-standing tradition, and longtime visitors know this is still an island where some of the best beaches have no footprints for days at a time Oahu Maui Kauai Big Island Lanai Molokai Home • Island Destination Search • Travel Deals • Islands Magazine Weddings & Honeymoons • Desktop Images • Contact Us • Employment Opportunities Please visit our other World Publications websites: Caribbean Travel Planner | Cruising World Discover St. Thomas & St. John | Resorts & Great Hotels | Saveur | Spa | Sportdiver © 2005 World Publications

Lanai Drinking Water Will

Lanai Drinking Water Will Not be Fluoridated Home About FAN Latest News Water Fluoridation Health Effects Database Sources of Fluoride Exposure Fluoride Pollution Fluorine Pesticides Take Action! Contact Us Donate FAQs Search : Location: News > United States > Hawaii Lanai Drinking Water Will Not be Fluoridated Latest News from Hawaii Move to ban fluoride flounders Honolulu City Council votes to ban fluoridation Hawaii State Fluoridation Ban May Pass Mandatory fluoridation bill defeated in Hawaii Lanai Drinking Water Will Not be Fluoridated Read more news from Hawaii Honolulu Star Bulletin Saturday 12 January 2002 Lanai drinking water sill not be fluoridated State health officials backed the idea, but Lanai Water Co. says residents opposed it by Gary T. Kubota WAILUKU Lanai Water Co. has decided against fluoridating the island's drinking water supply, despite encouragement otherwise from state health officials. Company President Vince Bagoyo said the residents do not support fluoridation. "It's always been our decision that the residents should make that decision, and for Lanai there's no fluoridation," said Bagoyo, also vice president of Castle & Cooke. Bagoyo said last August that the company supported the project based on a community meeting on Lanai, where citizens and health professionals listed fluoridation as a priority. But since then the proposal to fluoridate Lanai's drinking water has been under attack by some groups and individuals in Maui County. They say fluoridation has been associated with illnesses such as osteoporosis and cancer, and if people want to add fluoride to their diet, they should do it as individuals. The decision by Lanai Water Co. comes when the Maui County Council is considering a bill that would ban fluoridation in private water systems. Councilwoman Jo Anne Johnson said she introduced the measure to give the people a choice in what they want in their water. Johnson said there is evidence that fluoride in the diet may increase the risk of medical complications for children, the elderly and those with cardiovascular, kidney and other chronic disorders. She said she is also worried about the health effect of excessive fluoridation in children. "I always err on the side of caution," she said. "I think people should have the right to choose what they want in their water. ... We should not be forcing it upon individuals." Several Maui residents testified in favor of the bill. But Dr. Mark Greer, chief of the state Dental Health Division, said fluoridation is taking place in virtually all major cities and that there was nothing to prove claims that it causes health problems. "We've heard all the claims against fluoridation," he said. "There is nothing to substantiate a downside in fluoridation." Greer, who had planned to fluoridate Lanai's drinking water by this spring, said the division still believes it is a good idea and wants to continue talks with the community. State health officials say statistics for school year 1999 showed Lanai had the highest rate of tooth decay in children ages 5 to 9 among the Hawaiian Islands and more than three times the rate of children on Hawaii military bases where there has been fluoridation since the 1950s. Greer said fluoridation would be good for Lanai. "This is what it's about: reducing disease and reducing the cost of health care," he said. Johnson's bill, along with a resolution asking the Maui Board of Water Supply to prohibit fluoridation, has been referred to the Council's Public Works and Transportation Committee. See also: See list of other US communities rejecting fluoridation... Fluoride Action Network | 802-355-0999 | info@fluoridealert.org

Molokai. Kamakou in the

Molokai, Hawaii - History and Culture on The Most Hawaiian Island. One and a half million years ago (give or take a week) two large volcanoes pushed through the surface of the Pacific Ocean and created the island of Molokai. Kamakou in the east, and Maunaloa in the west. A couple days later a third and much smaller caldera, Kauhako, popped up to form the Makanalua peninsula on the north side. Over eons, the north side of the island eroded and fell into the sea, leaving behind the vertical sea cliffs which today make up most of Molokai's spectacular North Shore. It's the fifth largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago; 260 square miles (420 sq km) in area, 38 miles (61km) long, and ten miles (16km) wide at its widest point. Anchored in the center of the 8 major islands, Molokai is 25 miles (40km) southeast of Oahu, and a 25-minute flight from Maui. From the eastern end of the island, it's only 8 miles (13km) across the Pailolo Channel to Maui. The population is estimated at 8,000 residents, half of whom live in or near the principal town of Kaunakakai. Nearly 40% are of Hawaiian descent, thus the nick name, "The Most Hawaiian Island." According to the experts, Hawaiians first came to live on Molokai about 650 A.D. Those first settlers most likely originated from the Marquesas, with later migrations, in double hulled canoes, from Tahiti and other areas in the South Pacific. As the Hawaiians had no written language, most of their pre-contact history has come from chants, passed down from generation to generation, which have kept a chronology of events, battles and genealogy. In November, 1778, Captain James Cook sighted Molokai on his first visit to the Sandwich Islands, as he named these islands, but it wasn't until 1786 when Captain George Dixon anchored off Molokai's coast, that Europeans first visited this island. In 1832 a Protestant mission was established at Kalua'aha on the East End by Reverend Harvey Hitchcock, to serve an estimated population of 5,000. His church has not been maintained, but the walls and part of the roof stand today at the 14.5 mile marker. A white marble headstone marks his grave on the hill east of what remains of the church. The oldest known Hawaiian settlement on Molokai occurred in Halawa Valley, at the eastern end of the main highway that crosses the length of the island. The eastern side of the island was heavily populated in pre-contact Hawaii, a result of ample water from the mountains, fertile and level land for farming, and a rich and abundant ocean. More than 60 fish ponds were built along the south shore of Molokai. Most have nearly disappeared, but a few have been reconstructed and are used daily by residents for aquiculture. A drive along the southshore of the island bears testimony to the reliance on the ocean by early Hawaiians. Molokai was renowned for the wisdom and power of its religious leaders, greatly respected and often feared by others in the archipelago. In the 1500s, the famous prophet, Lanikaula, was so revered that pilgrims came from all the Islands to seek his wisdom and advice. Molokai became a place of retreat, protected from war by its religious prestige and the marital alliances of its chiefs. Others were reputed for sorcery. Legend tells of the Kalaipahoa, or poisonwood gods, entering trees on Maunaloa. The grove is said to have been so poisonous that birds fell dead as they flew over it. Legend also tells us that Laka, goddess of the hula, gave birth to the dance on Molokai, at a very sacred place in Ka'ana. This is recognized on Molokai every May, at a celebration of the birth of hula, called Ka Hula Piko. When Laka died, her remains were secretly hidden somewhere beneath the hill, Pu'u Nana. The hula was finally established, the work of Laka was complete, and the dance flourishedthroughout Hawaii. Molokai was praised as "Molokai Ka Hula Piko," Molokai, the center of the dance. This design, by John Kaimikaua and Wainwright Piena, uses traditional Hawaiian motifs to depict the essence of the saying, "Molokai Ka Hula Piko." To the early Hawaiians the mo'o (lizards) were a symbol of spirituality and good fortune. The central design depicts this spiritual continuity with the mo'o arranged in a circle. The triangle depicts a Hawaiian value called "Lokahi," which is symbolic of a balance between man, nature, and God. Petroglyphs within the triangle portray a man and woman in dance. In the uppermost part of the triangle is a rising sun with a dot in the center symbolizing the piko of the hula. Beneath the circle is a motif depicting water, while at the top, the triangles represent fire. In the real world, water and fire are the two elements that cannot be mixed, but the spiritual essence of these elements mix in the hula. The ancient kumu hula of Molokai stressed to their students that they should dance with the fluidity of water and with the spark of fire. The middle row of diamonds, is a design called by the Hawaiians "na maka ke akua," or "eyes ofthe gods." Eyes are symbolic of the past, because our ancestors look upon us and guide us in thislife. Eyes also represent the living, as we look back upon the paths of our ancestors for inspirationand guidance. The hula provides a means for us to look back to the works of our ancestors through its movements, motions and chants. Above the "na maka ke akua" design are ferns representing the greenery worn by the dancers and below is the half-circle-point motif representing the rays of the sun rising in the east. To the early Hawaiians, the rising sun was symbolic of constant renewal and rebirth in the hula. 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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at Epinions.com Join Epinions | Help | Sign In Parks Hotels & Travel All Categories Advanced Search Home > Sports & Outdoors > Parks Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Overall rating: Reviewed by 18 Epinions users Scenery: Crowds: Time needed for visit: Write a Review Compare Prices View Details Read Reviews Subscribe to reviews on this product Read Review of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Review Summary About the Author A Volcano In A National Park!!! Mar 01 '01 (Updated Mar 02 '01) Author's Product Rating Scenery: Crowds: Time needed for visit: Pros Well worth seeing! Cons Make sure you take enough time! The Bottom Line Hawaaian Volcanoes National Park is a 'must see' on the big island. Full Review Hawaii, one of the rare places where you can you see a volcano in a national park!!! We took the helicopter ride over the ring of fire and then went on down tothe local park to get another look!! Anywhere else in the world where there is a volcano, people run, but in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park they flock to see it. This park has existed since 1916, surrounding Kilauea Caldero and Mauna Loa, and is one of the worlds most active volcanic areas. This park is located on the big island of Hawaii, on the southeastern coast. We drove there from Hilo and it took about 30-45 minutes. The park is open 24 hours a day and there are trails that you can take and even camp on. The main road of the park begins near Kilauea Caldero and goes down to the coast. There is a visitor center and it contains maps and information on the trails. It also issues permits. There are some picnic areas. The park is close enough to Highway 11 to provide access to get gas. However, if you have car problems, you're out of luck since there is nothing else within 21 miles. The visitor center is open 7:45 AM through 5 PM. Elevations within the park range from sea level to about 14,000 feet and it can get pretty cool in certain places. We were glad someone we knew, who had been there, suggested taking jeans and sweatshirts!! Its also not unusual for a shower to come up unexpectedly. We stood at the edge of a trail, looking out over the fields leading to one of the craters and watched a rainline move toward us very fast!! There is also a museum, several miles from the visitor center, which provides films of past eruptions. You can also purchase videos of past eruptions. They have overlooks to view both craters. This center is open from 8:30-5 PM daily. You can explore many of the areas around the volcano by foot, at your own risk of course. There are signs which tell you that people have walked in and never been seen again so we elected not to do that!! Hikers are required to register. Since we only spent a day and a half on the "big island", and only had part of it at the park, we didnt get to see a lot of it and I have a feeling we could have spent lots of time here. However, the volcano was pretty quiet while we were there (much to our disappointment), so it gave us a feeling of not missing too, too much. However, that is not to diminish the awesome experience of being in the presence of one of God's wonders, the volcano. Knowing it could erupt anytime was exciting. And we did get to see some great views of lava flows and hot spots, fire pools, etc. The helicopter ride over the park and flying over the 'ring of fire' was truly awesome. GENERAL INFORMATION  Admission: $10.00 Per Vehicle or $5.00 Per Person, good for 7 consecutive days.  Address: HVNP, P.O. Box 52,Hawaii National Park, HI 96718, Ph. (808)985-6000 for recorded message  Jaggar Museum: (808) 985-6000  Kilauea Visitor Center: (808) 985-6000  Routes and Points of Interest * Crater Rim Road * Chain of Craters Road * Steam Vents * So Much More! ****Note: Volcanoes in Hawaii are not the same kind as Mount Fuji or Mount St. Helens, so they dont erupt so violently, but are more flowing. Thus they are more visitor friendly, if you will. Recommended Yes Best time to go: Anytime Recommended for: Anybody Review Topic: Overview Comments on this Review Read all comments (2) Write your own comment Epinions.com ID: seeker1 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Reviews written: 187 Trusted by: 45 members View all reviews by seeker1 View seeker1's profile Return to top Back to all reviews Featured Resources Additional information on Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or other products. 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