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CANOE Travel - Activities - Hawaiian lines crusing -- January 25, 2006 Canada USA Mexico Central America Caribbean Africa Asia Australia/Oceania Europe South America Tips Trends Cybertrips Q&A Books -- Active Vacations Adventure Art Cruises Cultural Cybertrips -- Fall Getaways Families Golf Holidays Romantic Ski More -- Bed & Breakfast VIA Rail Canada All-Inclusive Vacations starting from C$747 Discount Travel Deals Tips on managing your debt -- Contest E-cards Newsletter Forum Feedback Atevo Travel Guide Currency Calculator Weather Travel Advisories Passport Canada Info Canada Customs Info Travel Health Tips World Airports Links Great Canadian Lakes Great Canadian Parks Great Canadian Places Great Canadian Rivers Natural Tourist Park Wardens Ski Canada -- Destination: HONOLULU, Hawaii Hawaiian lines crusing Norwegian Cruise Lines finds success in Hawaiian waters By JAYMES SONG -- Associated Press Cruise liner on the move at night. -- Photographer: Andrew Gunners, Getty Images Hawaii's cruise ship industry floundered in the days following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, as the state's sole interisland cruise operator was flooded with cancellations while bookings plummeted by 50 percent. American Classic Voyages Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection just 38 days after the attack and shut down its Hawaii operations, scuttling plans for two new ships. Since then, however, the Hawaii cruise ship industry has made an aggressive recovery. It has seen unprecedented growth, led by Norwegian Cruise Line and fueled by vacation-starved baby boomers. What used to be a seasonal business with a few ships making calls here, is now a year-round mainstay with Hawaii's ports bustling with activity. "For us, it's a huge market," said Robert Kritzman, NCL's executive vice president and managing director of Hawaii operations. "Very few people have cruised Hawaii. There's an untapped market still there and Hawaii is a phenomenal place to come through." Norwegian, which operates the U.S. subsidiary NCL America, is betting big on Hawaii, spending $1.4 billion on three luxury liners to serve the islands. The Miami-based company estimates it will own about 85 percent of the cruise ship market here by 2007. The 1,900-passenger Pride of Aloha was the first, introduced in 2004. Formerly the Norwegian Sky, it was redesigned with a Hawaii theme and reflagged to a U.S. vessel, allowing it to carry passengers solely between U.S. ports. The brand new 2,100-passenger Pride of America made its debut in June 2005 as the largest U.S.-flagged cruise ship ever. By the time its sister ship, the Pride of Hawaii, is built and arrives in the summer of 2006, the company will have three year-round lavish cruise ships -- as well as a seasonal foreign-flagged vessel -- carrying an estimated 8,000 passengers per week. "Being able to welcome an additional 8,000 people on a weekly basis will allow us to continue to grow our economy because we are almost at our capacity where our land-based accommodations are concerned," said Marsha Weinert, the state's tourism liaison. In July 2005, Hawaii hosted 22,725 cruise ship passengers, up 57 percent from July 2004, according to the latest state figures. Hawaii had 151,164 cruise passengers this year through July 2005, up 34.6 percent from the first seven months of 2004. About two-thirds of the visitors are extending their vacations and staying a couple days in hotels or time-share units. John Hansen, president of the North West Cruiseship Association, projects the number of cruise ship passengers in Hawaii will exceed 400,000 in 2006, up from about a peak of 150,000 annually before the 2001 terrorist attacks. However, the rapid growth can be seen worldwide. In 2004, nearly 10.5 million people took a vacation cruise, an increase of nearly 40 percent from 2001, according to figures on the Cruise Lines International Association's Web site. Hansen said that five years ago there were just four key cruise ports: Los Angeles, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Vancouver, British Columbia. Today, there are more than 20 key homeports that have emerged including Honolulu, Seattle, San Francisco, San Diego, Boston, Baltimore, Norfolk, Va., and Jacksonville, Fla. Many states are pouring millions of dollars into upgrading their cruise facilities to cash in on the cruise boom. Kritzman said a major benefit of a cruise vacation is value. Included in the fare are transportation, lodging, food and entertainment. "We think it's a great way to see Hawaii, especially for the first-time visitor," he said. "They get to see all four major islands while packing and unpacking once." The ships also provide a unique vantage point of the islands, sailing sail past the glowing lava fields of Kilauea volcano on the Big Island, the remote green peaks of the Na Pali coast on Kauai's North Shore and the urban cityscape of Oahu. Kritzman said the growth wouldn't have been possible without federal legislation enacted after the terrorist attacks. The law exempts NCL's ships from a rule that prohibits foreign-built ships from operating between U.S. ports. It also requires the cruise line to employ American crews and abide by all U.S. labor laws, including paying overtime. NCL estimates that labor on a U.S. vessel costs more than three times that of a foreign-flagged vessel. But not everyone has been a fan of the cruise ships. Environmentalists say cruise ships harm Hawaii's sensitive ecosystem, including its pristine coral reefs, and threaten the rural charm of the islands. They have long complained about a lack of oversight and laws regulating the cruise ship industry in Hawaii. "This is not Florida. This is a fragile island that is creaking under the weight of people," said Cha Smith, executive director of KAHEA, an advocate for environmental and native Hawaiian causes. KAHEA is working on launching a program called, "Na Maka O Ke Kai," or the "Eyes of the Ocean," encouraging people to report fouled water or debris left behind by cruise ships, which they call "giant floating cities." Kritzman said his state-of-the-art ships go far beyond what is required by law. The ships are self-sufficient, each generating its own electricity and drinking water. The vessels also treat sewage through a high-tech filtration process with the sludge heated and dried to be offloaded or burned in the ship's incinerator. "I think this is a very low-impact form of tourism. We think this does not have the same impact as building a resort," Kritzman said. If You Go... NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE AND NCL AMERICA: http://www.ncl.com/ or (800) 327-7030. KAHEA: http://www.kahea.org/ or (808) 524-8220. 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Dining and Hawaiian Food - Kaanapali Beach Hotel, Maui Looking for a Bed & Breakfast? Visit our sister property, The Plantation Inn . Located in the heart of historic Lahaina Town, our Maui bed and breakfast will surely delight you with its romantic charm and modern comforts. Click here to find out more. Home > Dining > Chef's Special Recipe Chef's Special Recipe Over the years, guests have coveted many of our unique tropical preparations and recipes that reflect our Hawaiian home. With this in mind we have made a commitment to select the best of the best and make them available to one and all. Our Chef's Specialty Recipe selection is for your dining enjoyment - have fun! We offer complete step-by-step instructions, cooking times, and presentation that will turn your efforts into a truly Hawaiian experience at home. Executive Chef Thomas Muromoto was born and raised in Hawaii and has a culinary career that spans Hawaii's finest restaurants. He has won numerous awards for his creations including the "Top Honor Best of Show" award at the Taste of Lahaina. Prior to his work in Food and Beverage, Muromoto served in the US Navy on the USS Kitty Hawk and surfed on the professional circuit. Chef Thomas is married to wife Liane and they have two children. Be sure to bookmark this page and return often for delicious updates. Award-Winning Pulehu Beef Tenderloin & Opae Marinated Beef tenderloin and Shrimp, grilled over an open flame with a Chipotle Aioli, cilantro pesto and Asian sweet soy sauce. Prepared by Executive Chef Thomas Muromoto 2005 Taste of Lahaina "Best of Show Award" winner. ( Click here for more details ) Six Servings Beef Marinade & dressing 1/4 cup Sweet Soy Sauce 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce, low sodium 1 tsp Fish Sauce 3 Tbsp Water 1 tsp Garlic, Chopped 1 tsp Ginger, peeled chopped 2 Tbsp Green Onions, Chopped 1/4 cup Basil, Chopped 2 Tbsp Cilantro w/ stems chopped 1 Tbsp Sambal olek 1/4cup Sweet Chili Sauce Black pepper, grd to taste 1 cup Salad Oil 4 Beef tenderloin steaks Steps 1) Combine all ingredients and mix well. 2) Reserve 3 tablespoons for topping of entree, Use remainder to marinate beef. 3) Place beef tenderloin or other meats in marinade. Let sit for 4 hours. 4) Place on broiler and cook to desired doneness. Cilantro, Garlic Pesto Shrimp Marinade 1/4 cup Cilantro w/stems chopped 16 Cloves Garlic, cloves roasted 1/8 cup Green onions, chopped 1/4 cup Parsley, leaves only, chop 1 cup Olive blend oil Salt to taste 8 pcs Shrimp, 16/20 ct Steps 1) In blender combine all ingredients blend together well. 2) Season with a little salt. 3) Reserve 3 tablespoons for topping of entree. 4) Use remainder of pesto to marinate shrimp for 2-4 hours. 5) Grill to order. Chipotle Aioli 1 each Egg, yolk 1 tsp Garlic, chopped 2 tsp Chipotle chili's 2 each Lime juice, fresh 4 Tbsp Honey 3 Tbsp Water 1 cup Olive blend Salt to taste Steps 1) In blender combine all ingredients except oil. Blend together well. 2) While blending slowly add oil till all is blended. 3) Season with a little salt. Variations: Use above sauces & marinates with other meats & seafood. Create a flavorful vinaigrette by adding 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar to 3 tablespoons of beef marinade. For more great creations, see the Recipe Archive ! Back to Top Dining Main | Hotel Dining | Banquets & Catering | Chef's Special Recipe | Gifts for Guests | Dinner Show Home | FAQs | About Us | Contact Us | Travel Agent Resources | Site Map 2525 Kaanapali Parkway • Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii 96761 USA Toll Free U.S. & Canada: +1-800-262-8450 • Worldwide Direct: +1-808-661-0011 Reservations Fax: +1-808-667-5978 • Guest Fax: +1-808-667-5616

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