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Hawai`i Department of Land and Natural Resources: Division of State Parks: Oahu Parks Text version DLNR Home | State Parks Home | State of Hawaii Home | Search State Parks on the Island of O'ahu PARK HOURS. Entrance gates of certain parks on O'ahu are closed at nights. The open hours are 7 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. from April 1 to Labor Day, and 7 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. from the day after Labor Day to March 31. 'Aiea Bay State Recreation Area Off Kamehameha Highway (Hwy.) at McGrew Loop near Aloha Stadium, 'Aiea. Along the banks of Pearl Harbor's East Loch, the park offers picnicking opportunities. Views of Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial. The Pearl Harbor bike path passes through the park. Diamond Head State Monument Brochure Off Diamond Head Road Between Makapu'u Avenue and 18th Avenue, Honolulu. Hawai'i's most famous landmark--a large tuff cone which was formed by a short series of explosive eruptions some 100,000 years ago; National Natural Landmark. Picnicking on the crater floor in a landscaped meadow; detachment from the city. Moderate family hike (bring a flashlight) with panoramic view of Honolulu; trail 0.7 mile one-way and with some hazards. Viewpoint of Kahala plain. Park gate open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 475.0 acres Hanauma Bay State Underwater Park At Hanauma Bay Beach Park, 0.3 miles east of Hawaii Kai off Kalaniana'ole Highway (Highway 72). Observation of reef fishes and corals through snorkeling or SCUBA diving; good area for novices. Swimming. Adjoining land area is a City and County beach park. Interpretive kiosk in beach park pavilion. Taking of any marine plant or animal life is prohibited. 101.0 acres He'eia State Park 46-465 Kamehameha Highway (Highway 836) at Kealohi Point, He'eia. Coastal site with picnicking and good views of Kane'ohe Bay and He'eia Fishpond. Weekend party hall rental--contact the Friends of He'eia State Park at 247-3156. Park hours (see note). 18.5 acres 'Iolani Palace State Monument Corner of South King Street and Richards Street, downtown Honolulu. Royal Palace of the Hawaiian Monarchy. Officially dedicated in 1882, 'Iolani Palace served as the setting for the monarchs and their courts on formal occasions. Guided tours of the palace interior by advance reservations (fee charged)--call the Friends of 'Iolani Palace at (808) 522-0832; tour hours are 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Landscaped grounds popular for informal lawn picnics and Friday noon band concerts. National Historic Landmark. 11.0 acres Ka'ena Point State Park End of Farrington Highway (Highway 930), Makua. Relatively remote wild coastline with picnicking opportunities and shore fishing. Large sandy beach at Keawa'ula Bay with board surfing and bodysurfing for experts and swimming only during completely calm conditions in the summer; lifeguard services. Long family hike (2.7 miles one-way) along volcanic coast with tide pools, small natural stone arches and fine views of Makua coastline. Early morning porpoise sightings from point near Kaluakauila stream mouth. Viewing of the large sea cave, Kaneana, legendary home of Nanue the shark man. Hot, dry area with little shade. No drinking water. 778.6 acres Kahana Valley State Park 52-222 Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83), Kahana. Scenic wildland valley. Swimming, bodysurfing, beach-related activities, picnicking, camping and viewing of Huilua Fishpond at beach area. Hardy family hike (4.9 miles) and fruit picking in lushly vegetated forest; picnicking in coconut grove; pig hunting in public hunting area. Park open during daylight hours. 5,228.7 acres Kaka'ako Waterfront Park End of Ahui or Ohe Streets off Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu. Waterfront park with shore fishing and ocean access for body surfing. Built over a former municipal landfill, the park offers a waterfront promenade, picnic areas, an amphitheater, and observation areas with fine views of Waikiki and Diamond Head. 35.0 acres Kea'iwa Heiau State Recreation Area End of 'Aiea Heights Drive, 'Aiea Heights, 'Aiea. Forest recreation: picnicking, camping and hardy family hiking (4.8-mile loop trail); rustic facilities. Remains of heiau ho'ola (temple of healing) and specimens of medicinal plants on display. Park hours (see note). 384.5 acres Kewalo Basin Off Ala Moana Blvd. at Ward Avenue. Adjacent to Ala Moana Beach Park. Oceanside park near downtown Honolulu with a pedestrian promenade, trellised picnic areas, and outdoor showers. Kukaniloko Birthstones State Monument Brochure At the intersection of Kamehameha Highway (Hwy. 99) and Whitmore Avenue on the north side of Wahiawa. In early Hawai'i, this is where royalty came for the birth of their child to assure high-ranking status. The site consists of numerous stones within a grove of eucalyptus and coconut trees surrounded by pineapple fields. 5.0 acres La'ie Point State Wayside Off Kamehameha Highway (Hwy. 83) at La'ie town via Anemoku Street to end of Naupaka Street. Scenic views of offshore sea arch and seabird sanctuary island. Good shore fishing from sea cliffs at the point. Makapu'u Point State Wayside Off Kalaniana'ole Highway (Hwy. 72) from either Waimanalo or Hawai'i Kai. A 1-mile hike (one-way) along the former roadway to the lighthouse. At various points there are sweeping views of the southeastern O'ahu coastline - whales may be visible. Uphill climb to 500-foot elevation under hot, dry, and windy conditions. No drinking water or restrooms available. 38.2 acres Malaekahana State Recreation Area Off Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83), Malaekahana Beach: Kalanai Point Section 0.6 mile north of La'ie town; Kahuku Section 1.3 miles north of La'ie town. Wooded beach park with swimming, bodysurfing, beach-related activities and shore fishing. Picnicking and camping a Kalanai Point Section. Picnicking, lodging and fee camping at Kahuku section--call 293-1736 for lodging and camping reservations. Park hours (see note). 110.0 acres Nu'uanu Pali State Wayside Nu'uanu Pali summit from marked access road off Pali Highway (Highway 61). Impressive view of windward O'ahu from brink of pali (cliffs) at 1200 feet elevation, Ko'olau Range. Winds are usually so strong that one can lean against the wall of wind. 3.0 acres Pu'u o Mahuka Heiau State Monument Brochure Off Pupukea Homestead Road (Highway 835) from Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83) across from Pupukea fire station. Viewing of O'ahu's largest heiau (place of worship), a low-walled court platform-type temple with two adjoining smaller independent structures. Reputed sacrifice site of Captain George Vancouver's watering party in 1793. National Historic Landmark. 5.7 acres Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside Off Round Top Drive off Makiki Street, Honolulu Forested area on a cinder cone close to downtown Honolulu. Lookout provides sweeping view of southern O'ahu from Diamond Head to Pearl Harbor, including Honolulu and Manoa Valley. Picnic shelters available. Trailhead for 'Ualaka'a Loop Trail (1-mile loop). 50.0 acres Royal Mausoleum State Monument 2261 Nu'uanu Avenue, Honolulu Burial place of Hawaiian royalty--members of the Kamehameha and Kalakaua Dynasties with their retainers. Information service; guided tours by advance reservations. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday and on Memorial Day. Picnicking not allowed. 10.0 acres Sacred Falls State Park On Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83), 1 mile south of Hau'ula town. TRAIL CLOSED INDEFINITELY DUE TO 5/99 LANDSLIDE TRAGEDY . 1,373.9 acres Sand Island State Recreation Area End of Sand Island Access Road, off Nimitz Highway (Highway 92), Sand Island, Honolulu. Landscaped coastal park with picnicking, camping, pleasure walking, shore fishing and board surfing. Small sand beach. Good view of Honolulu Harbor and attractive sunsets. Boat ramp nearby. Park hours (see note). 14.0 acres Ulu Po Heiau State Monument Brochure By foot from YMCA parking lot, via Manu-O'o, Manu-Aloha, and Uluoa streets, off Kailua Road (Highway 61), 0.4 mile northeast of Castle Hospital, Kailua. Viewing of the ruins of a large, open platform heiau (place of worship). Fine view of Kawainui marsh. 8.3 acres Wa'ahila Ridge State Recreation Area End of Ruth Place, via Peter Street from St. Louis Drive off Wai'alae Avenue, St. Louis Heights, Honolulu. Wildland picnicking on a Norfolk Island pine forested ridge. Fine views of Manoa and Palolo valleys. Hardy family hiking in the forest reserve. Park hours (see note). 49.9 acres Wahiawa Freshwater State Recreation Area 380 Walker Avenue, off Avocado Street off California Avenue from Kamehameha Highway (Highway 80), Wahiawa. Picnicking along the wooded shore of Wahiawa Reservoir. Year-round shore and boat freshwater fishing; fishing restrictions. No swimming or water skiing. Boating only for fishing purposes; boat ramp at the site. Park hours (see note). 65.9 acres State Parks Home DLNR Home | State of Hawaii Home | Text Only | Boards and Commissions | Divisions and Offices | Quarterly Exhibit Contact Info | Administrative Rules | Exhibits | Credits | Privacy Policy | Accessibilty | FAQ's | Search State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resources Kalanimoku Bldg., 1151 Punchbowl St., Honolulu, HI 96813 Phone : (808)587-0400 Fax : (808)587-0390 Email : dlnr@exec.state.hi.us

Hawaii Travel By Stephen

Tips For Hawaii Travel Web EzineArticles.com Submit Articles Watch the Video -- Members Login Benefits Recent Articles Expert Authors Experts By Location Read Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Author TOS Terms of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS Blog Forums About Us What's New Contact Us Affiliates Link To Us Privacy Policy Site Map Search All Options Search Article IDs Search Article Titles Search Articles Search Expert Authors Search Article Keywords Search Article Summary Advanced Search Email Address: Your Name: Got an Ezine Marketing or Email Newsletter Question? AskChrisKnight.com HOME :: Travel-and-Leisure Tips For Hawaii Travel By Stephen Kreutzer Article Word Count: 374 [ View Summary ] Comments (0) Hawaii is a tropical paradise that is often frequented by travelers. A popular vacation, Hawaii travel has much to offer visitors. The sandy beaches and beautiful ocean views are only part of what makes Hawaii an ideal destination. Hawaii offers a great local environment and is known for their friendly hospitality. There are some important things a traveler must know before hitting the beaches in Hawaii to make their stay the best it can be. Clothing: Hawaii has a casual atmosphere where comfort is the style. Clothing is usually loose and flowing. The climate varies throughout the islands, but this loose style will be welcomed and comfortable no matter where a traveler goes. Weather: Hawaii usually had highs in the 80s and night time lows in the 60s or 70s throughout the year. The sun can get very strong and sunscreen protection is recommended. Rain is not too big of a hassle on the islands as the rainiest time of year is from October to May and when it does rain it does not usually do so for long periods of time. Customs: Hawaiians are famous for their hospitality. Leis are given to visitors as a symbol of friendship. Hawaiian language is easy to pronounce as each syllable is simply sounded out. Visitors will see native language all over on signs and in shops. Restrooms are usually labeled Wahine for women and Kane for men. Rubber sandals are the most popular footwear and shoes of any kind should be removed upon entering a home. Warnings: As an island in the ocean, Hawaii faces some threats of severe weather. There is a system on the island that all travelers should be familiar with when visiting. Sirens in combination with radio and television warnings alert people to tsunamis, hurricanes, windstorms and other severe weather conditions. Directions given through the warning system should be followed. These helpful tips for Hawaii travel will help a person get the most out of their Hawaiian vacation. This beautiful US state offers a tropical and safe atmosphere that makes for a wonderful visit. About the author: Stephen Kreutzer is a freelance publisher based in Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and reports in various ezines and provides Hawaii travel information on Your Hawaii Vacation ! Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Stephen_Kreutzer Other Recent EzineArticles from the Travel-and-Leisure: Category: Travel guide - Get Ready to Travel! San Jeronimo, Peru [A nice place to visit; or retire] Polo in Barbados - an Energetic Island Pastime Travel Tips For People With Crohn's Disease The Ozarks of Eastern Missouri Driving in and around Torrevieja Aspen Nightlife Visit Florida Japanese Travel Guide Mild Manners San Diego Vacation Guide Ice land Traveling to and Within Spain Andalucia Health & Safety Tips for Travelers Most Viewed EzineArticles in the Travel-and-Leisure: Category Cheap International Plane Tickets Dubai Lifestyle - The History of the City and Day to Day Life in Dubai Harbour Island Bahamas - Best Kept Secret Frankfurt Germany -- 12 Insider Tips Chicago Traffic Reports A Guide To Life In Bulgaria Guide to Bergamo, Lombardy, Italy The Dreaded Swimsuit The Dominican Republic The Real Truth Guide to Lake Iseo, Lombardy, Italy Where are Florida Condominiums for Sale or Rent? Travelling To Spain - The Spanish Regional Travel Guide Dunn's River Falls in Jamaica European Masks German Castles -- 4 of The Most Incredible Ones -- Part I This article has been viewed 74 time(s). Article Submitted On: January 16, 2006 Please Rate This Article: Select Rating Excellent Very Good Interesting Fair Could Use Improvement Number of ratings: 0 Rating: 0 © EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved Worldwide. EzineArticles.com is a Member of the EmailUniverse.com Network

WAIKIKI BEACH HOTEL ASTON

ASTON WAIKIKI BEACH HOTEL - HONOLULU - HONOLULU Hotel Reservations Search Hotels: Hotels | My Account UNITED STATES : HAWAII : HONOLULU : ASTON WAIKIKI BEACH HOTEL ASTON WAIKIKI BEACH HOTEL 2570 KALAKAUA AVENUE HONOLULU, HI 96815 United States Display Map Property Type: Hotel Guest Rooms: 713 Additional Photos From the metro city center, this property is located: Direction: Southeast Distance: 0 - 15 minutes Area Airport: Honolulu International Features and Amenities 24 Hour Front Desk Room Service Handicapped Accessible Rooms Non-smoking Rooms Outdoor Pool Meeting Facilities Banquet Facilities Laundry/Valet Service Safe Deposit Box Tour Desk/Concierge Child Care Air Conditioned Rooms AM/FM Clock/Radio in Rooms Hair Dryer In Rooms Iron/Ironing Board In Rooms Refrigerator in Rooms Cable Television In Room Movies Bar/Lounge on site Restaurant on site Shops on site Other Features: Summer Children's Programs, Internet Access Area Attractions Waikiki Beach - adjacent Convention Center - nearby International Marketplace - 6 blocks Pearl Harbor - 12 miles Honolulu Zoo - nearby Waikiki Aquarium - nearby Nearby Restaurants Captain's Table - on site Meeting Facilities Total Capacity of Meeting Rooms: 180 Room Rates Range (Actual Rate Provided upon Reservation Confirmation) Standard Room Rate Range: USD 104.00 to 269.00 Nightly Deluxe Room Rate Range: USD 198.00 to 389.00 Nightly Suite Rate Range: USD 239.00 to 450.00 Nightly Convert Currency Discounts Available: AARP, AAA Credit Cards Check-in Time: 3:00 PM Check-out Time: 12:00 PM Deposit Required Cancellation Policy (Local Time): 72 Hours Prior to Arrival for Refund of 1 Night Deposit Cancel Current Reservation | About The Reservation Function -- Thank you for using cityinsider.com for your worldwide hotels search. If needed, please use our partner websites. Las Vegas Hotels Estate Homes Nevada Real Estate 2003-2004 © cityinsider.com All rights reserved.

Hawaii Cruises American Hawaii

American Hawaii Cruises: Maritime Matters MARITIME MATTERS Ocean liner history and cruise ship news [Home] [Table of Contents] [Shipping Mall] [Index of ships] American Hawaii Cruises American Hawaii Cruises (1980-2001) American Hawaii Cruises, AHC, was formed in 1979 and revivedAmerican-flag cruising around Hawaii. The company bought the laid up 1951-built linerOCEANIC INDEPENDENCE (ex INDEPENDENCE, American Export Isbrandsten) from C.Y. Tung's AtlanticFar East Line. A special act of congress was needed to return the US builtship to American registry. Refitted in Taiwan, and then Japan, she entered service on a slowsteaming economical seven day interisland schedule in June of 1980. As the venture was sucessful, the former sister ship of INDEPENDENCE waspurchased. The 1951-built CONSTITUTION was refitted and began sailing a similar itineraryin June of 1982 following a gala christening by Princess Grace of Monaco that April. These two ships became the only American flagged ocean-going ships in the passenger trade. Briefly, AHC also operated the 1958-built former Moore McCormack Liner BRASIL (later Holland America line's VOLENDAM) on seven day cruises out of Papeete, Taihiti, as the LIBERTE in 1986/7. Due to poor air lift, this venture was a failure and the LIBERTE was sold to present owners, Commodore Cruises, who are presently chartering her to World Explorer Cruises and the Seawise Foundation as the UNIVERSE EXPLORER. In 1994 the INDEPENDENCE was extensively refitted at Newport News, VA. The CONSTITUTION was to follow, but after estimates for the work skyrocketed, she was laid up in Portland, Oregon in July 1995. Two years later, she was stripped of spare parts for her sister and sold for scrapping in India. She mysteriously sank on November 24, 1998 while under tow in the Pacific, 700 miles north and west of Hawaii enroute to the scrap yard in Japan. AHC made the announcement that new US Built ships would be added to thefleet and Ingalls Shipyard at Pascagoula, MI has won the contract for two 1,900 passenger ships for service in hawaii in 2003. In the meantime, another shipwas bought as a stop-gap until the first of the newbuilds is delivered. On October 18, 2000 American Classic Voyages (parent company to Delta Queen Steamboat Cruises and American Hawaii Cruises) revived a famous name in American shipping -- United States Lines -- when it purchased Holland America's 1983-built NIEUW AMSTERDAM and renamed her the M.S. PATRIOT . USL acquired the ship for $114.5 million and the transfer occurred at sea, approximately 14 miles off Portand, Oregon. At the same moment she changed registry to Honolulu and nowshe sails under the U.S. flag. A christening event on December 8, 2000 in Hawaii kicked off the new service beginning the following day.Under the "Project America" initiative, (which allowed this foreign flagged vessel to become US registered) the parent company American Classic Voyages Co. is constructing two 1,900-passenger ships scheduled to begin cruises around the Hawaiian Islands under the United States Lines name beginning in early 2003 and 2004.The two 72,000-ton vessels, under construction at Ingalls Shipbuilding (a division of Litton Ship Systems, Pascagoula, Missippi) will be the largest ocean-going cruise ships ever built in a U.S. shipyard, and the first in more than 40 years. In September 2001, American Classic Voyages Co. reached an agreement, endorsed by theU.S. Maritime Administration with the support of U.S. Secretary of Transportation, thatwould enable the uninterrupted construction of two 1,900-passenger cruise ships in the US. Rumouredto be named UNITED STATES and AMERICA the two vessels under grouped under the title "Project America" whichis a pilot project aimed at reinvigorating U.S.-flag cruise ship construction and operation. The two shipswere in the early stages of construction at Northrop Grumman's Ingalls Operations. The cruise ship delivery dates wereextended by 12 months, to February 1, 2004, and February 1, 2005. Sadly this was not to be, as on October 19, 2001, one year after United States Lines had been announced, American Classic Voyages, Inc. announced that it filed for bankruptcy court protection and would cease operating all but one ship. the SS INDEPENDENCE and MS PATRIOT stop sailing on Saturday, October 20 after completingtheir cruises. The Delta Queen Vessels AMERICAN QUEEN, MISSISSIPPI QUEEN, COLUMBIA QUEEN and CAPE MAY LIGHT werelaid up within three days. Only the historic DELTA QUEEN, continued to operate its Mississippi River voyages. American Classic claimed that half of its bookings had fallen off since the terrorist attacks in the US on September 11, 2001.Rumors the company was in financial trouble had circulated for for some time and Nasdaq officials halted tradingin American Classic's shares after they reached a new low of 46 cents each. AMCV hoped to work out a deal with Los Angeles based Northrop Grumman Corp., owner of the shipyard, and the U.S. Maritime Administration to keep the ship-building projects underway, however the project was suspended on October 25, and cancelled on November 1. SS INDEPENDENCE now the property of the US Maritime Administration sailed past Pier 39 in San Francisco at 10:30 AM, November 8, 2001 into lay up at the former Alameda Naval Station adjacent to the museum ship HORNET while she prepares for longterm layup within the reserve fleet at Suisuin Bay possibly in February 2001. S.S.INDEPENDENCE , S.S. CONSTITUTION , SS LIBERTE United States Lines vessels: M.S.PATRIOT United States Lines page References: AMERICAN PASSENGER SHIPS, Emmons; Passengers Liners American Style; William Miller [Home] [Table of Contents] [Shipping Mall] [Index of ships]

Hawaii Volcanoes Photo Gallery

Hawaii Volcano Photo Gallery Pu`u `O`o - Kupaianaha Eruption of Kilauea Geophysicists Making Measurements  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 - September 8, 1992 Photograph by C. Heliker, USGS photo and caption credit U.S. Department of Interior, U.S. Geological Survey Geophysicistsmake measurements across the roof of a lava tube leading from the episode 51vents. The measurements reveal the size of the tube and the cross-sectional areaof the lava stream. Together with measurements of the speed of the lava stream,these data allow us to estimate lava discharge from the volcano. 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...