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Hawaii Center for Volcanology [ home ][ about HCV ][ outside links ][ membership ][ site credits ][ photo gallery ] Hawaiian volcano info: [ General Geography ] [ Islands' Formation ] [ Active Volcanoes summary ] Hawaiian Volcano Pages: [ loihi ] [ kilauea ] [ mauna loa ] [ hualalai ] [ Waianae ] [ Mauna Kea ] The Hawaii Center for Volcanology is a cooperative effort of research and teaching scientists within Hawaii. HCV is located in Honolulu at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (which is ~200 miles from Hawaii Island, where the active Hawaiian volcanoes are situated). HCV member Institutions on the island of Hawaii are the University of Hawaii at Hilo and the USGS Hawaii Volcano Observatory ( HVO ).At the present time, HCV does not directly offer internships or take volunteers for research experience atthe active volcanoes. However, the USGS/HVO does have a volunteer program. The Pu`u `O`o eruption of Kilauea volcano celebrated it's 23rd Birthday on 3 Jan 2006. This site launched on on 11 June 1995 and had its 1,000,000th visitor in 2000 What's in a name? For those of you who were wondering, "Volcanology" involves the study of volcanoes and volcanic activity, such as at Kilauea volcano in Hawaii, which is depicted above. It does not involve the study of rubber (i.e., to "vulcanize" is to strengthen natural rubber by heating with sulfur) orthe study of aliens from the planet Vulcan (i.e., Mr. Spock) FOR    THE    HISTORY    BUFF An on line versionof the book "Life in Hawaii" , by Titus Coan. This book, first published in1882, describes the author's observations of active volcanism on the Big Island during the 19th century. It is being made available to users of this site by Edward Coan, Titus' great-great-grandson LEARN    MORE    ABOUT    HAWAIIAN    VOLCANOES This on-line National Geographic article is a good starting point for obtaining general info about the Hawaiian Islands in and it's volcanoes. An Ed HelperHonor Roll site. A Launch Point (LA Times Educational Websites)Awardee A Library Management journal Editor's Choice A BONUS.com Supersite for Kids Editor's Choice Recipient A PARADISE SELECT SITE award recipient A TOP TEN HOT SITE for the month of October 1996 SOEST Home Page This page is P1 Bobby Approved This page created and maintained by Ken Rubin ©, krubin@soest.hawaii.edu Other credits for this web site. Last page update on 7 Jan 2006

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Maui Dive Shop- Snorkeling on Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Snorkel Trips, Maui Snorkeling Locations Home | Dive Trips | Snorkel Trips | Online Store | Dive Courses | Rental Equipment | Specials Driving Directions Directions to Maalaea Harbor From Kihei / Wailea Drive North on the Piilani Highway 31/ 310 approximately 7 miles. Continue on Highway 31/310 (North Kihei Rd.) for approximately 4 miles past the Mokulele Highway intersection. Turn left at T-Intersection onto Highway 30. Left at traffic light onto Kapoli Street (Maui Ocean Center sign) Right at stop sign onto Maalaea Road for approximately mile to Boat Harbor Area. Maui Dive Shop Store is located downstairs next to Blue Marlin Restaurant. Total driving time Approximately 30 minutes From Lahaina Kaanapali to Maalaea Harbor Drive South on Highway 30 (Honopiilani Highway), as the road opens up after the Pali turns you will see a sign for Maalaea Harbor. Turn right at the Maalaea Harbor Sign. If you pass this turn, as it is sudden, just take the next right. There are 4 options all together. Maui Dive Shop is located downstairs next to Blue Marlin Restaurant. Total driving time approximately 45 minutes From Kahului to Maalaea Harbor Drive South on Kuihelani Highway (HWY 380). This ends at Honoapiilani Highway. (HWY 30). Turn left at traffic light onto Kapoli Street (Maui Ocean Center sign) Right at stop sign onto Maalaea Road for approximately mile to Boat Harbor Area. Maui Dive Shop Store is located downstairs next to Blue Marlin Restaurant. Total driving time Approximately 20 minutes From Wailuku to Maalaea Harbor Take Highway 30 (Honoapiilani Highway) Keep going straight until you reach the main intersection for Maui Ocean Center. Left at traffic light onto Kapoli Street (Maui Ocean Center sign) Right at stop sign onto Maalaea Road for approximately mile to Boat Harbor Area. Maui Dive Shop Store is located downstairs next to Blue Marlin Restaurant. Total driving time Approximately 20 minutes Driving Direction to Outlet Maui Dive Shop / Kihei Boat Ramp From Lahaina / Kaanapali to Maui Dive Shop Outlet Store Drive South on Honoapiilnai Highway (HWY 30) Turn Right onto North Kihei Road (HWY 310) Turn Right on South Kihei Rd. End at 1455 South Kihei Road. Maui Dive Shop Outlet Store CLICK HERE TO PRINT PAGE return to top 1-800-542-DIVE | info@mauidiveshop.com E-Mail A Friend | Add to your Favorites Visit other Maui Dive Shop Websites 2004 All Rights Reserved

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Wailea Maui Hawaii Condo Rental Grand Champion Villas - Condominium Wailea Maui Hawaii Condo Rental Grand Champion Villas Property Owners Join us VRBO ® is Vacation Rentals by Owner ® Home USA Hawaii Maui Wailea Edit Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #44206 Panoramic Ocean View - Grand Champion Villas*****5 Star***** Location: Wailea, Maui, Hawaii, USA Accommodations: Condominium - 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s) - 2 Baths - (Sleeps 6) View from Lanai/Bedroom & Kitchen - Wailea, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condo Rental at the Grand Champion Villas This villa has one of the most unbelievably beautiful, unobstructed, panoramic views of the ocean. You won't find another Grand Champion Villa with this view!!! Top floor unit with vaulted ceilings and ocean views from living area and master bedroom. On a clear day you can see Oahu! And during the winter months Whale Watch from the lanai! Enjoy peace and serenity looking out at the ocean as you awake from your bed in the morning, cook from the kitchen, and lounge in the living room. This villa has been newly decorated with all brand new beautiful furniture, kitchen equipment and entertainment! Grand Champion Villas are located in the heart of Wailea on Maui's Sunny South Shore. This gated community is a short walk to the Shops at Wailea and minutes from Ulua Beach (ranked eighth in the nation - world-class snorkeling and diving) and five white sand beaches. Within walking distance you will also find award-winning restaurants and hotels (Joes Bar and Grill, Tommy Bahama's and Ruth's Chris Steak House). This world-class complex features two swimming pools, two whirlpool spas, and lush tropical gardens. It is surrounded by Wailea's award-winning, Blue Golf Course and Tennis Club. Grand Champions offers discounts to their guests. This spacious, private entry, upper floor villa offers 1148 square feet of living space in addition to 224 square feet of lanai space. The lanai has a retractable awning to offer you year-round convenience of dining and lounging outside. This villa offers a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, vaulted ceilings, and ceiling fans. Villa sleeps up to six and has two bedrooms (master has king bed and 2nd bedroom has 2 twin beds) ,two full baths, and a queen sleeper sofa in living area. Villa has two separate lock-out entries. One front door opens to master suite (with microwave, mini refrigerator, and Starbuck's coffee maker) and other door opens to main living space. Open the front doors, securely lock the rod iron doors from the inside, and enjoy a lush tropical breeze all day and night! Also, bring your Laptop for High Speed Internet Access! Living Area with Queen Sleeper Sofa - Wailea, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condo Rental at the Grand Champion Villas View comments from previous guests. Amenities: Phone, Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fans, Cable, TV (master bedroom, second bedroom, and living room), VCR/DVD Players, Stereo, CD Player, Full Kitchen, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Cooking Utensils provided, Linens provided, Cooler, Beach Chairs and Towels, Blow Dryers, Washer and Dryer, Sauna and Pool (shared), Gas Grill (BBQ), No Smoking, * Master Suite offers Own Mini Refrigerator, Microwave, and Starbuck's Coffee Maker * Activities (on site or nearby): Golf, Tennis, Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling/Diving, Surfing Rates (in US Dollars): Personal Currency Assistant ™ *****5 Star Very Clean Unit!*****High Season (1/1/06-4/30/06) ... $225/night (7 night minimum)Low Season (5/1/06-12/15/06) ... $200/night (5 night minimum)High Season (12/16/06-4/30/07) ... $225/night (7 night minimum)Christmas/New Years $250/night - 2 week minimum stayHotel Tax 11.42%, Cleaning fee $100 for stays less than 10 days$250 Deposit Required Upon Booking, Balance Payable 30 Days Prior to Arrival.Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice. Two Separate Entries with Lock Out Doors - Wailea, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condo Rental at the Grand Champion Villas Note: Each property is individually owned or managed. Dates available:  Year Round Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates. Phone: (707) 763-2390 or (707) 364-1169 (California, USA) Please say: "I saw your listing #44206 on VRBO" Fully Equiped Kitchen Master Suite w/ ocean view and mini refrg, microwave and Starbuck's coffee maker Lanai, including retractable awning View from Lanai Livingroom with queen sleeper sofa-Brand New Furniture Throughout Livingroom, TV, DVD/VCR, Stero Beautiful Sunset from Lanai Ulua Beach...a walking path along the ocean that takes you miles..... Ulua Beach...just where the rock is; best snorkeling and scuba diving around! Home USA Hawaii Maui Wailea Edit Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #44206 There have been 19907 visitors to this page since the counter was last reset on August 04, 2004 This listing was first published here on August 04, 2004. Wailea Maui Hawaii Condo Rental Grand Champion Villas Date last modified - January 24, 2006 VRBO® is Vacation Rentals by Owner® - The largest and most popular vacation rental site. Specializing in BY OWNER vacation rentals, homes, condos, cabins, villas and apartments ALSO privately owned properties offered thru rental agencies and management companies. To report any problems with this site contact webmaster@vrbo.com URL: http://www.vrbo.com/44206 ©1995-2006 by VRBO International LLC - all rights reserved

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Hawaiian Restaurants - Oahu - Hawaii Regional Cuisine Restaurants Oahu Printer Friendly Version A Word About "Symbols and Awards" Help us preserve the Islands. Tell our advertisers you found them on Alternative-Hawaii. HAWAIIAN (see Hawaiian Food Glossary ) Hawaiian Cuisine Types Hawaii Regional Cuisine: Local food beautifully presented by professional chefs using the freshest Hawaiian ingredients. Local Kine Grinds: An ethnic mix of local-style comfort food. HAWAII REGIONAL CUISINE | LOCAL KINE GRINDS HAWAII REGIONAL CUISINE SPONSORS HAWAII FOOD TOURS Honolulu, HI (Island of Oahu) Tel. (808) 926-3663 or 1-800-715-2468 Email: info@hawaiifoodtours.com Hawaii Food Tours is one of Hawaii's Hottest New Tour Businesses, Designed and Guided by Hawaii’s #1 Food Writer and Restaurant Reviewer, Matthew Gray. The "Hole-In-The-Wall Tour" Features Yummy Food, Fascinating History, and Culinary Decadence! The "Hawaiian Feast in Paradise" Offers a Contemporary and Intimate Hawaiian Feast. The "Gourmet Trilogy Tour for Food & Wine Lovers" Combines Three Award-Winning Restaurants in One Great Evening; Each Course Matched with Wine. Photo FRIENDS ALAN WONG'S RESTAURANT 1857 South King Street, 3rd Floor Honolulu, HI 96826 (Honolulu / McCully Area) Tel. (808) 949-2526 Famous local chef - one of the originators of Hawaii Regional cuisine. National multi-award winning restaurant. Local awards include: 1997, 1999, 2000 & 2005 Hale Aina Award for "Restaurant of the Year"; 2003, 2004 & 2005 Ilima Award. (D $$$) CANOES Renaissance Ilikai Waikiki Beach Hotel 1777 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96815 (Honolulu / Waikiki Area) Tel. (808) 949-3811 Hawaii Regional Cuisine. (BLD $$) CHEF MAVRO 1969 South King Street Honolulu, HI 96826 (Honolulu / McCully Area) Tel. (808) 944-4714 A founding member of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine, Chef George Mavrothalassitis employs a master's technique in melding fresh, regional ingredients with the flavors of his native Provence. A dining experience comparable to a 3-Star restaurant in France. 2003 winner of the prestigious James Beard Foundation Award as the best chef in Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest. Multiple Ilima and Hale Aina local award winner. (D $$$) DIAMOND HEAD GRILL W Honolulu Hotel 2885 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815 (Honolulu / Waikiki Area) Tel. (808) 922-3734 Owned by Alan Wong, one of the originators of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. Soul warming comfort food with a local twist using the freshest island ingredients. (BLD $$$) KAPIOLANI COMMUNITY COLLEGE Culinary Arts Program 4303 Diamond Head Road Honolulu, HI 96816 (Southeast Oahu) Tel. (808) 734-9499 for reservation Cafeteria. (BL $) 220 Grille (L $) Ka Ikena Fine Dining (LD $$) Tamarind Cafe (L $) One of Oahu's hidden secrets: gourmet food prepared by Hawaii's future chefs. Famous alumni include Sam Choy and Alan Wong, two of the originators of Hawaii Regional cuisine. Open weekdays mid-September to December and end of January to May. Reservations for fine dining a must - no walk-ins! LUCY'S GRILL AND BAR 32 Aulike Street Kailua, HI 96734 (Windard Oahu) Tel. (808) 230-8188 One of Kailua's most popular restaurants. Terrific eclectic Hawaiian Regional Cuisine with lots of choices and giant-sized portions - awesome desserts. (D $$) PINEAPPLE ROOM Macy's at Ala Moana Shopping Center 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96814 (Honolulu / Ala Moana Area) Tel. (808) 945-6573 Owned by Alan Wong, one of the originators of Hawaii Regional cuisine. (BLD $$$) PRINCE COURT Hawaii Prince Hotel 100 Holomoana Honolulu, HI 96815 (Honolulu / Waikiki Area) Tel. (808) 944-4494 Famed for Hawaii Regional Seafood Cuisine - a subtle blend of the classic culinary techniques of East and West, prepared with fresh island produce from land and sea. 2002 Hale Aina Award. (BLD $$$) SAM CHOY'S BREAKFAST, LUNCH & CRAB 580 North Nimitz Highway Honolulu, HI 96817 (Honolulu / Kalihi Area) Tel. (808) 545-7979 The Choy of Cooking! Generous portions of local favorites by one of the originators of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine, served in a warehouse-like atmosphere at Honolulu Harbor. (BLD $$$) SAM CHOY'S DIAMOND HEAD RESTAURANT 449 Kapahulu Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815 (Honolulu / Kapahulu Area) Tel. (808) 732-8645 Sumptuous award-winning local-style dishes in Sam's signature generous portions. One of the twelve chefs who originated Hawaii Regional cuisine. (D $$$) 21 DEGREES NORTH Turtle Bay Resort Kahuku, HI 96712 (North Shore Oahu) Tel. (808) 293-8811 Contemporary Island cuisine with a French accent in a beautiful setting. Spectacular homemade ice creams. (BLD $$$) THE WILLOWS 901 Hausten Street Honolulu, HI 96826 (Honolulu / Moiliili Area) Tel. (808) 952-9200 Fabulous buffets and Sunday brunch featuring popular island cuisine. Luxurious gardens and courtyard. (LD $$) Top Oahu Restaurants Index | Restaurants Index | Home Page Contact Us | Sponsor Join Us Form ©Ala Mua Hawaii 1997

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Mauian Hotel Napili Hawaii : Hotel Reservations In Hawaii MAUIAN HOTEL NAPILI HAWAII 5441 Lower Honoapilani Road, Napili, Maui, 96761 Hawaii, United States. Mauian Hotel Napili Hawaii Promotional Rates Overview & Facilities | Map Book Now at Promotional Rates! Overview The Mauian Hotel Napili Hawaii is a secluded tropical hideaway for those wanting to escape from the hectic pace of life. Perfect for the independent traveler seeking relaxed island style living. Situated in the middle of magnificent Napili Beach, with Molokai and Lanai across the sea, it is nestled on two acres of serene Hawaiian gardens. The Mauian Hotel Napili Hawaii offers ocean views from each lanai/balcony and boasts, "no TV's or telephones in the rooms" for a truly enjoyable stay. Room Facilities AM/FM Alarm Clock Modem Lines in Room Safe Deposit Box Television with Cable Private Bathroom Ceiling Fan Full Kitchen Courtesy Phone located in Ohana Room Television located in Ohana Room (no TV or Phone in the room) Laundry Services Hotel Facilities 24 Hour Front Desk Free Parking Laundry/Valet Services Dining & Entertainment Daily Hawaiian Breakfast Served in Ohana Room Fine Dining Within Walking Distance Sports & Leisure Beach Pool Check-in time 1400hrs Check-out time 1100hrs Ratings Three Stars Promotional Rates and Availability Check Rates and Availability Mauian Hotel Napili Hawaii Location Map From the Kahului Airport take the Kuihelani Highway, (380) west to Lahaina. Turn left on to Honoapiilani Highway (30) and continue along the coast past Lahaina. You will pass the exits for Kapalua Wes.. Click here for Location Map Mauian Hotel Napili Hawaii Click here to browse more Hotel Reservations In Hawaii My Account Hawaii Hotels