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TEOK Investigations Educational Programs EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ON THE GARDEN ISLAND OF KAUAI & THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII HOME CONTACT US REQUEST INFORMATION MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS TEOK INVESTIGATIONS Investigate the Hawaiian Archipelago and learn about its many unique environmental systems Learning more about the nature of your surrounding environment can be very rewarding. Doing it in a tropical paradise like Hawaii is a lot of fun. The islands are so interesting and so sensuous. Few destinations stimulate all of your senses more easily and more completely. It’s a place that makes learning, especially learning about science and the Earth’s fragile environment , easy and enjoyable. As you review the summary of each of our 2006 educational programs and training seminars you will be introduced to some of Hawaii's amazing attributes. You also will notice that we provide educational experiences at many different levels on both the “Big Island” of Hawaii and Kauai’s “Garden Island”. Let us increase your knowledge about your surrounding environment in an enjoyable and refreshing atmosphere. KAUAI SCIENCE OF ECOSYSTEMS Take a closer look at areas THE SCIENCE OF ECOSYSTEMS will focus on during your seminar GEOSCIENCE ON THE BIG ISLAND Take a closer look at areas the GEOSCIENCE ON THE BIG ISLAND will focus on during your seminar HOW OUR SEMINARS WORK All of our programs involve a mix of lectures that provide orientation, background and field trips that emphasize “hands-on” activities. You spend most of the time outside interacting with the environment, your trip leader and co-participants. Group transport and hikes are designed to allow plenty of time for observation and discussion; not to just go somewhere.When you stroll through a forest you will learn to see more than just a beautiful mix of trees and plants and the numerous shades of green, you will increase your understanding of evolution. When you walk along a beach you will begin to see more than just a pile of sand, you will begin to understand geologic time. When you snorkel among the corals, fish and turtles of a reef your leader will have prepared you to observe your surroundings better than you ever have before. Field trips that emphasize “hands-on” activities. HOME ARCHIPELAGO MAPS KAUAI / HAWAII FACTS INVESTIGATIONS RESERVATIONS, APPLICATIONS & INFORMATION TOLL FREE: 1-888-233-8365 LOCAL: 808-742-8305

Hawaii honeymoon or romantic

Honeymoons on Kauai - Where the Romance of old Hawaii Awaits You Heavenly Kauai, Hawaii Vacations for Less To Make A Reservation: Book online or view our lowest rates! or call 1-800-367-8020 1-808-742-7400 International Toll-Free Phone Numbers Inquiries & Brochure Request A Kauai Honeymoon or Romantic Getaway Where the Charm of Old Hawaii Awaits You! Kauai, Hawaii where endearing memories occur naturally Upgraded resort and car packages available from $113 per night. Click here for other packages. A crowning jewel set in a brilliant blue and warm sea, Kauai is blessed with an abundance of tropical beauty and more sandy beaches than you can explore in a month. It is a sublime place for your Hawaii honeymoon or romantic getaway. Kauai, Hawaii has a relaxed, quiet way that will inspire your fondest memories. Yours may be the only footprints on a secluded beach. Kauai's possibilities for a wonderful Hawaii honeymoon are nearly endless; you can snorkel in clear water amid a blizzard of tiny reef fish, explore an enchanted landscape of dragon backed mountains caressed with fragrant breezes, then dine beside a torchlit garden before your stroll under a billion twinkling stars. Suite Paradise offers specially discounted Hawaii Honeymoon and Hawaii Getaway Vacation Packages featuring top quality condo-hotel beachresorts and carefully selected Kauaivacation rentals . The package also includes a special rental car from Hertzandreduced prices at many of Kauai's finest restaurants and attractions. Beautifultropicalgardens are available for your Hawaii wedding at any of our Kauairesorts . Honopu Kai, just one example of Kauai's scenic wonders Your Hawaii Honeymoon Vacation or Hawaii Getaway Package begins with an unlimited mileage convertible car rental from Hertz (sports vehicles and other car types are also available) awaiting your arrival on Kauai. Take a short drive to sunny Poipu Beach , Kauai's most prestigious and private vacation destination with no buildings higher than a coconut palm and find cool tropical drinks to welcome you to paradise, and to your spacious Kauai vacation rental accommodations. Kauai's beaches, pools, spas, tennis, golf and a wide array of ocean activities are available or you might just want to toast each other and marvel at a tropical sunset from your private lanai. Suite Paradise's most popular Hawaii Honeymoon Vacation and Romantic Getaway Packages are shown below. We also offer many other flexible Kauai vacation packages including a wide range in accommodation sizes and types, plus golf, adventure cruise options, and more. Low cost air tickets can be arranged from the U.S. and Canada. Vacation Rental Accommodation Amenities • Home sized, completely furnished vaction rental condominium • Color cable TV with HBO and other premium channels, VCR • Private lanai • Ceiling fans • Private phones with data ports, voicemail and automated wake up service, just like a Kauai hotel • Hair dryer • Stereo CD player • Washer/dryer (shared washer/dryer for studio accommodations) • Fully equipped kitchen: full-size refrigerator with icemaker, large range oven, microwave, blender, convenient small appliances and enough dinnerware for a party • All nonsmoking accommodations • Plenty of linens and towels, including beach towels • Iron/ironing board Recreation • Poipu Beach, Brennecke Beach and Shipwreck Beach • Jogging path • Seven swimming pools • Restaurant and bar • Nine tennis courts • Three Jacuzzi spas For more detailed information about Suite Paradise's Kauai resorts, view the Kauai Vacation Rentals Resort Features Comparison Chart comparing various resorts' features, such as beach access, resort size, amenities and more. For a map showing Poipu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii location and the location of Poipu's white sand beaches and Poipu area resorts and Kauai hotels, click here . Our Kauai vacation rentals are highly recommended by travelers. Over 50% of guests are returning visitors and their friends, indicating an astounding level of satisfaction. See what previous guests have to say about Kauai and our vacation rental resorts. Second honeymooners are most welcome too! Experience Kauai's beach resort splendor Explore pristine Kauai by day with a Hertz rental car... ...then return to you sumptuous Kauai vacation rental The Suite Paradise Hawaii Honeymoon or Romantic Getaway Package includes: • Luxurious and spacious Poipu Kai Resort one bedroom vacation condo. Leading travel companies award a 4-star rating to the Poipu Kai Resort accommodations Suite Paradise manages because of their exceptional quality. Also available are economy studios and larger accommodations up to five bedrooms and locations at other Kauai resorts, prices may vary. • Convertible rental car from Hertz with unlimited mileage (or choose another vehicle type at attractive prices) • Tropical drink welcome greeting • Chilled complimentary wine in your accommodation • Discounts at many of Kauai's finest restaurants and attractions • Expert assistance with arranging activities and tours All accommodations are nonsmoking. Sample Rate Guides for our two most popular Hawaii Honeymoon or Romantic Getaway Packages, as well as our super-economy package: 1BR/1BA Ocean View Deluxe at Poipu Kai with Hertz Convertible Rental Car** Per Night: 1 2-4 5-6 7-13 14-20 21-27 28+* Value Season $349 $239 $221 $196 $188 $181 $175 Mid-Season $349 $258 $239 $212 $203 $196 $189 Regular Season $349 $273 $253 $225 $215 $207 $200 1BR/1BA Garden View Deluxe at Poipu Kai with Hertz Compact Rental Car ** Per Night: 1 2-4 5-6 7-13 14-20 21-27 28+* Value Season $254 $169 $156 $141 $134 $129 $125 Mid-Season $254 $184 $170 $153 $146 $140 $136 Regular Season $254 $196 $180 $163 $155 $149 $145 Economy Studio 1BR/1Shower at Poipu Kai Resort with Hertz Compact Rental Car ** Per Night: 1 2-4 5-6 7-13 14-20 21-27 28+* Value Season $201 $136 $126 $113 $108 $104 $101 Mid-Season $201 $148 $137 $123 $117 $113 $109 Regular Season $201 $157 $145 $130 $124 $120 $116 *All rates are given in U.S. dollars. Additional discounts are available for reservations made online. ** Taxes not included. Taxes, airport fees, etc. on car rentals are collected by rental car company. 2004-2005 Season Dates Season dates may vary and are subject to change without notice, but generally run as follows: Value Season: August 23, 2004 - November 18, 2004 Regular Season: November 19, 2004 - November 28, 2004 Value Season: November 29, 2004 - December 16, 2004 Winter Holidays: December 17, 2004 - January 3, 2005 2005-2006 Season Dates Season dates may vary and are subject to change without notice, but generally run as follows: Regular Season: January 4, 2005 - April 30, 2005 Value Season: May 1, 2005 - June 16, 2005 Mid-Season: June 17, 2005 - August 31, 2005 Value Season: September 1, 2005 - November 18, 2005 Regular Season: November 19, 2005 - November 27, 2005 Value Season: November 28, 2005 - December 16, 2005 Winter Holidays: December 17, 2005 - January 5, 2006 2006-2007 Season Dates Season dates may vary and are subject to change without notice, but generally run as follows: Regular Season: January 7, 2006 - April 29, 2006 Value Season: April 30, 2006 - June 15, 2006 Mid-Season: June 16, 2006 - August 26, 2006 Value Season: August 27, 2006 - November 16, 2006 Regular Season: November 17, 2006 - November 25, 2006 Value Season: November 26, 2006 - December 15, 2006 Winter Holidays: December 16, 2006 - January 5, 2007 2007-2008 Season Dates Season dates may vary and are subject to change without notice, but generally run as follows: Regular Season: January 6, 2007 - April 28, 2007 Value Season: April 29, 2007 - June 14, 2007 Mid-Season: June 15, 2007 - August 25, 2007 Value Season: August 26, 2007 - November 15, 2007 Regular Season: November 16, 2007 - November 24, 2007 Value Season: November 25, 2007 - December 13, 2007 Winter Holidays: December 14, 2007 - January 4, 2008 Kauai Vacation Rentals Poipu Kai Resort Kiahuna Plantation Nihi Kai Villas Whaler's Cove Poipu Crater Resort Poipu Shores Poipu Kapili Lawai Beach Resort Compare Kauai Vacation Rentals Kauai Visitor Information About Kauai Activities Kauai's Beaches Golf Weddings Honeymoon Honeymoon Activities Map of Kauai Map of Poipu Beach Special Offers Guest Services Things to do on Kauai Guides & Info About Suite Paradise About Us Terms & Conditions Testimonials Inquiries & Brochure Request Contact Us Home | Email Us | Inquires & Brochure Request | Privacy Policy | Site Map © 1996 - 2004. 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Hawaii State Public Library

Hawaii State Public Library System H awaii S tate P ublic L ibrary S ystem Home Catalogs E-Books & Digital Audio Hot Picks CATALOG Public Access HI Newspaper Index Other Databases LOCATIONS Contacts Hours - Regular Hours - Exceptions INFORMATION Book recommendations Favorite Links Fines & Fees F.A.Q. Internet Access Rules & Policies PROGRAMS Adults Teens Children Letters about Literature SERVICES Borrowing & Returning Bookmobile eBooks & Digital Audio Finding Materials Gates Computers Library Cards Meeting Rooms Passports Reference & Research Reserving Serials ABOUT HSPLS Board of Education Friends of the Library Holo I Mua HSPLS Reports Job Opportunities LSTA State Librarian Hilo Public Library (1951) Celebrating 55 years of service! The mission of the Hawaii State Public Library System is: "To provide Hawaii's residents, in all walks of life, and at each stage of their lives, with access to education, information, programs and services, and to teach and nurture the love of reading and the habit of life-long learning." IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS T he Hawaii State Public Library System is now offering "eBooks" and Digital Audio Books, two new services from OverDrive/Digital Library Reserve. Learn how to download eBooks or digital audio books at this website: http://hawaii.lib.overdrive.com/ and follow each step carefully. Guides to these services can be found at: http://www.librarieshawaii.org/services/ebooks.htm WELCOME TO HAWAII'S PORTAL OF LIBRARY SERVICES AND INFORMATION ______________________________________________________________________ For all technical questions, please contact us at esss@librarieshawaii.org Visitors since 1/06/06

Hawaii Volcanoes Photo Gallery

Hawaii Volcano Photo Gallery Pu`u `O`o - Kupaianaha Eruption of Kilauea Lava Moving Through Trees  You are here: About > Travel > Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors 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 Hawaii Volcanoes Photo Gallery Pu`u `O`o -Kupaianaha Eruption of Kilauea Volcano - May 21, 1998 Photographs by J. Kauahikaua, USGS photo and caption credit U.S. Department of Interior, U.S. Geological Survey Top: Aerial view looking southwestward across one of the lava breakouts (shiny grayand red surface) produced when magma from Pu`u `O`o reentered the tube systemfollowing a brief pause in the eruption. The lava channel spreading from theskylight in the tube (lower right) is feeding an `a`a flow that moves downPulama pali (left) out of view. Bottom: Lava moves through trees in one of the many kipuka created by the Pu`u `O`o-Kupaianahaeruption. Following many of the eruptive pauses in 1998 and 1999, breakoutsrepeatedly sent flows into several kipuka, sometimes completely covering themwith lava. priorphoto next photo Return to Hawaii Volcanoes Photo Gallery Index Return to Hawaii Photo Gallery Index Return to Hawaii for Visitors Home Page Recent Discussions My Favorite Restaurants are.... Hawaii Celebrities in the News Restaurants Subscribe to the Newsletter Name Email From John Fischer , Your Guide to Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Advertisement 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   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 Headlines Plumeria Photos from Hawaii Plumeria is the most common flower that you'll find in... You Won't See This Sign at Home! This certainly isn't a sign that you've ever seen near... Atlantis Submarine Tour Maui Since I had just experienced the Atlantis Submarine Tour on... Maui Swap Meet Photos Held every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to noon is the...

Hawaiian Genealogy and Heritage

Portuguese Hawaiian Genealogy and Heritage - Society and Culture Portuguese Hawaiian Genealogy and Heritage ArticleIndex HomepageHighlight IR Books & More MessageBoard PortGen Chat Reference Shelf RelatedWebsites Subscribeto IR Newsletter This is the Place to Explore Portuguese Hawaiian Genealogy and Heritage If your ancestors were from the Azores, Madeira, Portugal, Cape Verde, or Brasil and migrated to Hawaii, you will find something of interest here! Web Site Last Updated Wednesday, 07-Sep-2005 22:12:16 EDT Want to Join Our Portuguese Genealogy Chats? Click Here To Learn More Portuguese Hawaiian Genealogy Indexes Azores Islands Passports Registrations Early Settlers from Faial to Hawaii Early Settlers from Flores to Hawaii Early Settlers from Pico to Hawaii First Portuguese Women To Hawaii, 1865 Portuguese Charity Society Members Portuguese Hawaiian Memories Portuguese in the Hawaii Legislature, 1890-1978 Santo Antonio Society Founders Santo Antonio Society Officers, 1919 UPEC Founding Members, 1875 Wailea Sugar Mill, 1938-1939: Officers and Personnel Portuguese Hawaiian Reference Shelf Click Here For More Sugar Plantation Registers (Brief Histories) Hawaiian Sugar Planters Assn. Archives Basic Portuguese Paleography Excerpted by Kathy Cardoza Research Guide for Madeira Pat Corbera Sugar Mills of Hawaii Sanborn Fire Insurance Lists Portuguese Geography Translations Rick Barletta Azoreans to California Robert L. Santos What's New At IslandRoutes Complete Portuguese Hawaiian Article Index Genealogy~Hawaii Heritage~Hawaii How to research your family Portuguese Hawaiian ancestry, research tips, resources, research journals, and more Follow the research trail and learn different ways to solve genealogy research problems. Read the Research Journal Blog. Learn more about your Portuguese Hawaiian heritage, read about notable Portuguese Hawaiians, find recipes, and more History~Hawaii Portuguese Genealogy Find out more about Portuguese history through historical timelines, descriptions of voyages to Hawaii, and more. Ready to research in the Azores, Brasil, Cape Verde, Madeira, and Portugal? Need US tips? Find resources to further your knowlege. Web www.islandroutes.com New Additions!!! *NEW 1/6/06* The Research Journal Blog By Melody Lassalle Are you looking for different ways to approach your research problems? The Research Journal blog takes a genealogy problem 9from my own research) and walks you through the steps I took to solve the problem. Each week two entries will be added to the blog. When the problem is solved a new journal will begin. (These research journals may cover lines other than Portuguese Hawaiian, however, the problems are universal and the techniques can be applied to different types of research.) *NEW 1/2/06* Delayed Birth Records Part One: What Are Delayed Birth Records? By Melody Lassalle Many Portuguese Hawaiians applied for delayed birth records in the 1940s and 1950s. Because births were under recorded before 1910, delayed birth records were their ticket to proof of American citizenship. Without this proof they might not be able to apply for Social Security or other federal programs. *NEW 10/27/05* Cape Verde LDS Microfilm List Compiled by George Pacheco This is a list of the available films at the LDS Family History Library for Cape Verde. These films may be rented at your local Family History Center. *NEW 10/12/05* Georgraphy Tidbits By Melody Lassalle Would you like to know how far Sao Miguel is from Terceira or how far Hawaii is from San Francisco? This article includes geographical information and links to maps. IslandRoutes Trivia Challenge By Melody Lassalle Think you know your Portuguese history? Want to learn more about Hawaiian heritage? Play the trivia challenge! The IslandRoutes trivia challenge covers Portuguese, Hawaiian, and more. Sorry, no prizes awarded, but you'll have fun playing! Quiz changes every day (you can play once every day) New Tournament Starts January 1, 2006!!! About the Author -- Contact IslandRoutes.com -- Link to IslandRoutes.com Subscribe to Our Newsletter -- Tell A Friend About IslandRoutes.com Email IslandRoutes All contents © 2001-2005 Melody Lassalle, All Rights Reserved. Proudly Listed With: RootsForum.com Newsletter Everton's Family History Magazine A family tree can wither if nobody tends it's roots--Unknown *RESOURCE GUIDES* Portuguese Hawaiian Immigration: A Research Guide Getting the most out of your visit to the FHC: Portuguese Hawaiian Research Guide Free Portuguese Hawaiian Newsletter Click Here To Sign Up Support IslandRoutes - Make a Donation Click Here for Details Some Graphics By: Gigg's Graphics Old Fashioned Clip Art (Both sites are no longer in existence but perhaps their webmasters are out there somewhere!)