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Aloha-Hawaii.com: Molokai January 2006 | aloha-hawaii.com : molokai : natural hawaii :molokai Search for articles: Within this site All of Hawaii CAMPING MOLOKAI Although Molokai offers a wealth of excellent camping opportunities, there is ...>> KALAUPAPA Among the chapters in Hawaiis history, few are as poignant as the story of...>> MOLOKAI MULE Whether by land, air or sea, there are a number of ways to explore the Hawaiian...>> BIRTH OF HULA The island of Molokai truly lives up to its billing as...>> KAUNAKAKAI As Molokais "capital," Kaunakakai sits in the center of the...>> January 2006 | http://molokai.aloha-hawaii.com / hawaii /molokai/ The highest sea cliffs in the world. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 MOLOKAI: "THE FRIENDLY ISLE" Author: AFH Sometimes, paradise is best appreciated for whats missing. On Molokai, for example, you wont find traffic lights, elevators, neon signs or fast food wars. The pristine stretches of white sand beaches are just like the islands streets: uncrowded and blissfully quiet. On Molokai, nothings taller than a palm tree. Molokai is one of those rare destinations where time has stood still. This does not mean that the island is lacking for things to see and do. Far from it. Although 260 square miles in size, Molokai is rich in history and sheer natural beauty. Start on the islands northern coast, home to the worlds tallest sea cliffs. Take the a world-famous mule ride down to Kalaupapa National Historical Park, the historic settlement where Father Damien de Veuster once ministered to natives stricken with Hansens Disease (leprosy). Nature lovers shouldnt pass up the opportunity to hike through the Kamakou Preserve, a lush mountain forest filled with endangered native plants and rare birds. At the center of the island is Kaunakakai , Molokais largest town, where you can meet the local folk and browse the smattering of mom-and-pop stores. Just up north is Palaau State Park, where you can get an up-close look (but maybe not too close) at Kauleonanahoa, the legendary "Phallic Rock." According to legend, if a woman goes to Kauleonanahoa with offerings and spends the night there, she will return home pregnant. On the west side is Kaluakoi, Molokais principal resort area. Here, youll find Papohaku Beach, the largest white sand beach (three miles) in Hawaii. Each May, Papohaku Beach Park is the setting for the Molokai Ka Hula Piko, the islands biggest cultural festival celebrating the birth of the hula . Hawaiian legend says that Laka, the goddess of the hula, gave birth to the Hawaiian dance on a sacred hill in Kaana. It was on this hill that the Hawaiians learned hula of every kind. Photo Credits:Photo1: Courtesy Hawaii Visitors & Convention BUreau, Photo2: Bob Abraham; Courtesy HVCB, Photo3: Kirk Aeder; Courtesy HVCB, Photo5: William Waterfall; Courtesy HVCB ©2003-2004 Media-HI, Inc. All rights reserved. HELPFUL RESOURCES Molokai Weather Molokai Map | Email Friend | MORE FEATURED ARTICLES: > Monarchy > Maui > Molokini > Maui Golf > Molokai Mule > Kalaupapa > Birth of Hula > Camping Molokai > Lanai Golf > Lanai BUDGET KAUAI Suites from $65!! FREE Pool & Jacuzzi!! BEST VALUE IN POIPU, KAUAI!! TAKE A SAFARI! Visit Safari Helicopters and take a turn at the controls of a virtual helicopter... ATTRACTIONS and activites throughout Hawaii. Click here for FREE GUIDE. Site Map | Contact Us | Submit a URL | Advertising Info | Privacy | Terms & Conditions ©2003-2004 Media-HI, Inc. All rights reserved. Designed & produced by: Tsunami Marketing . -- --

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*** VOLCANO! *** VOLCANO! Land of fire and home of Pele! HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK The premier Big Island attraction is 30 miles from Hilo and attracts over two million visitors each year. At the main visitor center, an outstanding film begins every hour on the hour introducing you to volcanology. The Jaggar Museum at Hawaii Volcano Observatory is perched above the rim of Halemaumau Crater with outstanding educational exhibits and displays. Besides earth sciences and volcanology, the park is also the center of Hawaiian cultural preservation and values. Unlike other volcanoes, Hawaiian eruptions are not generally explosive and are relatively safe if you obey the rangers. The current eruption phase has began with dramatic fountaining on January 3, 1983 and has been steadily pumping molten lava into a well developed tube system that speeds the fluid magma to the sea to build new land. It's cut Chain of Craters Road but you'll be able to get near the new flow, explore the old Hawaiian village sites, the petroglyph trails, and see the aesthetic beauty of fresh lava. The park is filled with things to learn, panoramic scenery, details of nature, and places to explore. Hike across a frozen lava crater floor with steam still rising. Explore a "kipuka" island of old forest surrounded with barren newer lava. Walk through a lava tube or see "lava trees" or tree molds. There's so much to see and do and only some of it is covered in the following two links! HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK WEBSITE KILAUEA UPDATE - HAWAII VOLCANO OBSERVATORY VOLCANO VILLAGE Just outside the park, the village is steadily and quietly becoming a major destination with a lot of the flavor of California's Marin County or Carmel-Monterey. At a cool elevation, it was a favorite area for the wealthiest families from throughout Hawaii to have vacation homes. From ancient times, Volcano has been a sacred place where Pele and nature rules. It's the very special Big Island place that cannot be discovered by the day-trippers or cruise boat passengers on the tour buses. Those who know or seek to discover make Volcano Village their basecamp. Some beautiful older vacation estates have been converted into wonderful, comfortable, and personalized small scale accommodations. The inventory keeps growing to serve all segments of interests and budgets. Modern elegant retreats or historical comfortable homes featuring full breakfast table discussions of places to see or things to do. Luxurious secluded vacation homes or larger facilities are ideal for elegant corporate retreats and meetings. Cozy modest cottages ideal for newlyweds are tucked into the rainforest surrounded by the scent and sounds of pristine nature. Here hot tubs and fireplaces create a magical romantic mood. Tall straight Sugi (Cryptomeria japonica) trees line the old Volcano Road that passes through the village. Monterey Cypresses blend with azaleas in gardens more associated with temperate climates than the tropics. SPECIAL PLACES IN THE VOLCANO AREA VOLCANO WINERY. A winery in Hawaii? Of course! Where else would you find exotic tropical fruit blends like Passion Chablis or Volcano Red? Or Tropical Hawaiian Honey Wines! Or Symphony Grape Wines! Open every day from 10AM to 5:30PM with a tasting room. Contact: General manager Scott Bothof PO Box 843, (35 Pii Mauna Drive), Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7772 or 967-7479; FAX (808) 967-7679 E-mail: volcanowin@aol.com URL: www.volcanowinery.com VOLCANO HOUSE. Since the mid-1800's, this venerable institution has been sitting on the edge of Kilauea caldera. By 1877, there were improvements and the building that now houses the Volcano Art Center was built. A new and larger hotel was built in the 1890s and George Lycurgus and his nephew arrived in 1894 to manage it. He acquired it in 1932 and became its gracious host. In 1940 the hotel burned but was rebuilt as it stands today. VOLCANO ART CENTER. Inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, next to the main Visitor Center, and in the original Volcano House, you'll find the best juried selection of the finest art of Hawaii with the creations of over 300 Hawaiian artists ranging from furniture to jewelry. Volcano Art Center is a non-profit, tax-exempt, educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawaii's people and environment. They present programs, classes, workshops, lectures and performances and more! Enjoy the staff and enter into Hawaii's fine art community! For more information, contact Kate Whitcomb, manager; phone (808) 967-7511 or e-mail: gallery6@gte.net or visit: www.bishopmuseum.org/vac/vacgall.html ACCOMMODATIONS IN THE VOLCANO AREA There are a huge number of eco-tourism activities available in the Volcano area. Current information and rates are available from accommodation staffs. The following companies are members of Fuku-Bonsai's Promotional Partner Program and are committed to preserving and sharing high value Big Island activities: CARSON'S VOLCANO COTTAGES Romantic story book private rainforest cottages or family cottages sharing a grassy lawn, or guest rooms with private baths and entrances; minutes from Volcano National Park. Hot tubs, fireplaces and full deluxe breakfast. Brenda Carson, PO Box 503, Volcano, HI 96785 Phone (808) 967-7683, Toll-free 1-800-845-LAVA, FAX (808) 967-8094 E-mail: carsons@aloha.net URL: www.carsonscottage.com KILAUEA LODGE A COUNTRY INN & RESTAURANT in Volcano Village amidst giant tree ferns and majestic Sugi pines. Dinners reflect a European heritage and served alongside the historic Fireplace o Friendship of the former YMCA camp. Today, Hawaiian hospitality reigns as a dedicated staff cares for guests with kamaaina graciousness. Rooms are filled with original artworks, fresh flowers, heated towel warmers with most rooms having the added warmth and romance of a fireplace. Lorna & Albert Jeyte, PO Box 116, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785. Phone (808) 967-7366; FAX: (808) 967-7367; E-mail: stay@kilauealodge.com URL: www.kilauealodge.com MY ISLAND BREAD & BREAKFAST INN Gracious hospitality by a pioneer of Hawaiian bed and breakfasts! In Volcano Village in a 7-acre botanical estate, a historic farmhouse is the main complex with rooms, separate garden units, studio and guest house with prices to accommodate most anyone with a more-than-you-can-eat breakfast. Gordon, Joann and Kii Morse PO Box 100, Volcano Village, HI 96785, Phone (808) 967-7216, Fax (808) 967-7719 E-mail: myisland@ilhawaii.net URL: www.myislandinnhawaii.com CHALET KILAUEA COLLECTION In 1989, Lisha & Brian Crawford firmly set down their roots in the Volcano community and began their first bed and breakfast. It became a unique boutique inn now known as the Inn at Volcano (left top photo) and the headquarters and reservation center for a full range of accomodations in the Volcano area which collectively are known as the "Chalet Kilauea Collection." CHALET KILAUEA CENTRAL RESERVATIONS (at the Inn at Volcano) Box 998 Wright Road, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7786; Toll-free: 1-800-937-7786; FAX (808) 967-8660 E-mail: reservations@volcano-hawaii.com URL: www.volcano-hawaii.com <<< INN AT VOLCANO : A Hawaiian haven offering amenities and the kind of hospitality found only in the most exclusive resorts ($139-$399) CASTLE SUITES AT MAUNA LOA : Grace and elegance in a modern Victorian Mansion in landscaped gardens with gourmet breakfasts. ($149-$249) VOLCANO VACATION HOMES : For families and large parties, here's a selection of five one, two and three bedroom cottages and vacation homes with the highest level of comfort available in Volcano Village! ($139-$379) LOKAHI LODGE : (lower photo) Blending modern convenience with country charm ($129-$149) THE LODGE AT VOLCANO : On 30 acres of lush fern forest, this serene seven bedroom ranch-style lodge is just 5 miles from the park ($89-$129) VOLCANO BED & BREAKFAST : A peaceful country home in lush and cool Volcano Village. ($49-$69) VOLCANO HIDEAWAYS Cheery accommodations for the traveler! In the heart of Volcano Village tucked in a native rainforest. The hosts live just across the lane and invites guests to drop in for an insider's knowledge of the area. Also, The Maid's Quarters, etc. Todd Marohnic and family; PO Box 611, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 985-8959; E-mail: todd@volcanovillage.net URL: www.volcanovillage.net . VOLCANO RAINFOREST RETREAT Wander the magical paths . . . heal and deepen your life . . . discover and explore! Three private hand-crafted guest cottages secluded in a native Hawaiian rainforest, 3,800 feet above he sea adjacent to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Groups, families, couples or singles welcomed! Kathleen and Peter Golden. PO Box 957, Volcano, Hawaii 96785; Phone (808) 985-8696; Toll free: 1-800-550-8696; E-mail: volrain@bigisland.net URL: www.volcanoretreat.com THE GUEST HOUSE AT VOLCANO Affordable ecotourism and nice, too! Three separate housekeeping cottages with full kitchens/baths (totaling 4 units) sleeps 2 to 6 people each. Kid friendly and wheelchair accessible with TV and telephone. Great for families! Two night minimum. Bonnie Goodell, 11-3733 Ala Ohia; PO Box 6, Volcano, Hawaii 96785-0006 Phone (808) 967-775; FAX (808) 985-7505 E-mail: cmaplan@interpac.net URL: www.volcanoguesthouse.com HALE OHIA COTTAGES Retreat, Relax, and Relive Hawaii with the serenity and magic of a historic estate on several landscaped acres. The Master Suite at the main residence, four unique cottages, and several suites! Check out Cottage #44 and sleep in a water tank! Michael Tully, PO Box 758, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7986; Toll-free: 1-800-455-3803; FAX (808) 967-8610 E-mail: haleohia@bigisland.com URL: www.haleohia.com VOLCANO COUNTRY COTTAGES Ohelo Berry Cottage and the Artist's House are nestled among tall, sheltering tsugi tree in a lush secluded setting. In the heart of Volcano Village as close to the entrance of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as one can get. Kathleen Porter, PO Box 545, Volcano, Hawaii 96785, Toll-free: 1-800-967-7960; Phone (808) 967-7960; FAX (808) 967-7960 E-mail: aloha@volcanocottages.com URL: www.volcanocottages.com VOLCANO INN A spacious inn with exquitely appointed rooms and/or fully equiped cottages offering true Aloha hospitality! Come and enjoy and experience of a lifetime! Private entrances and baths, fireplaces, gourmet breakfasts, and boxed lunches or dinners on 24 hour notice. Joan & Eric Lightner 19-3820 Old Volcano Hwy., PO Box 490, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7293; Toll-free 1-800-997-2292; FAX (808) 985-7349 E-mail: volcano@volcanoinn.com URL: www.volcanoinn.com HALE KILAUEA & LAVA LODGE Streses slip away in paradise! Surrounded by towering pines and ohia trees in Volcano Village, just minutes away from Volcano National Park and Volcano Golf & Country Club. All rooms with private baths and a continental breakfast. Maurice Thomas, PO Box 28, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7969; Toll-free: 1-800-733-3839; FAX (808) 985-7008 E-mail: value@aloha.net URL: www.hawaii-volcano.net JOURNEY JUNCTION BED & BREAKFAST Bedrooms of a 1927 plantation manager's vacation home are available with shared kitchen living room-bath, 52" TV, computer, Jacuzi and a great view! The hosts live in a nearby unit to be available at any time. (next to post office). Robert & Susan Hughes, BO Box 91, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone/FAX: (808) 967-7289, Toll-free: 1-888-967-7286 E-mail: junction@aloha.net URL: www.bbvolcano.com *** Continue to next Big Island section *** Return to Big Island index page *** Return to Fuku-Bonsai home page Fuku-Bonsai Inc. Phone (808) 982-9880

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Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa at Epinions.com Join Epinions | Help | Sign In Hotels and Resorts Hotels & Travel All Categories Advanced Search Home > Hotels & Travel > Hotels and Resorts Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa Overall rating: Reviewed by 5 Epinions users Write a Review Compare Prices View Details Read Reviews Subscribe to reviews on this product Read Reviews Showing 1-5 of 5 reviews Sort by Product Rating Sort by Review Date Product Rating: A nice hotel along a beautiful section of crowded Waikiki by scratchyitch , Jul 24 '04 Pros: Wonderful beds. Feather pillows. Clean. In front of the prettiest section of Waikiki beach. Cons: Small bathroom, slow elevators, $14 for parking, not enough electrical outlets I've stayed here on two occasions for business travel and we've also used their facilities for conferences. Overall, I've never had much to complain about their rooms, facilities, or services and would recommend this hotel. The Location The ... Read the full review Product Rating: Mediocre at best by Cie_Siyavash_Sharp , Oct 29 '00 Pros: Affordable. Leaving gives you a feeling of relief, it conformed to all fire and safety codes Cons: Bad views, far from Waikiki Proper, bad rooms, bad food, not very enjoyable. My family stayed here about six years ago, just for one night, because both the Royal Hawaiian and Surfrider hotels were booked at that time. I think it was also a free bonus for going on American Hawaii Cruises. Like AHC, this place was sort of a... Read the full review Product Rating: lovely hotel and rooms. by himecraig , Apr 25 '03 Pros: lovely decor in rooms, at end of busy kalakuua, but nearest zoo and diamond head. Cons: none, so go now and enjoy the nicely done renovation. After a week in Maui, came to Honolulu to pay respects to relatives with a quick 3 nite stay. I was there with my college aged boys, my wife and my mother for spring break. I had read on the expedia web site that this hotel was finishing... Read the full review Product Rating: Loved this hotel! Everything was great, A+ by waldrepfamily , Mar 03 '02 Pros: Location, food, room views, beach access, room decor Cons: gift shops were not that great, 1 of like 6 was real Hawaii souveneirs We stayed here May 2001 for 4 days & loved this hotel. I have lived in Honolulu so I really know where is a great location. I am actually coming back next January to stay here again. From the moment we walked in I knew I made a great choice... Read the full review Express Reviews Product Rating: Great for Families! by gia_artist ,Feb 15 '04 Pros: Views, proximity to beach, near Aloha Shell, everything in walking distance! Cons: Cabanas near the pool get full fast! Get there early to get one! Traveled here in August 2003, Loved this hotel, we booked through a travel site and were upgraded to an Ocean view for free upon arrival. The view of Diamond head is captivating! The hotel has undergone a huge renovation in 2001 and it is just beautiful. At night the torches light the beach beneath you and it is on the quieter side of Waikiki so it isn't as crazy as downtown sometimes gets. In my opinion it is a safer area too, at least it felt that way. The beach in front of the hotel is perfect for little ones because of the man-made barrier. Would go back with my family again & again! Showing 1-5 of 5 reviews Featured Resources Additional information on Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa or other products. Hawaiian Luxury Vacations Stay at 5 star luxury resorts in Hawaii. Plan your own getaway! www.classicvacations.com Marriott Waikiki Book at Marriott's official site for guaranteed best suite rates. www.Marriott.com Waikiki Hotels & Resorts More hula for your moola! View our Waikiki hotel and package deals. http://www.astonhotels.com Waikiki, Oahu Hotels Hotel Photos, Info & Virtual Tours Save up to 50% on hotels at Expedia www.Expedia.com Hotels Waikiki Beach 110% Best Rates Guaranteed Guide To Luxury Hotels In Waikiki www.WaikikiHotelDirectory.com Help | Member Center | Message Boards | Site Rules | User Agreement | Privacy Policy | Site Index About Epinions | Careers | Contact Epinions | Advertising Epinions | DealTime USA | DealTime UK | PriceTool | Shopping.com | Rent.com © 1999-2006 Epinions, Inc. Trademark Notice Epinions.com periodically updates pricing and product information from third-party sources, so some information may be slightly out-of-date. You should confirm all information before relying on it.

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