Lahaina Luau, you can

Royal Lahaina Luau Royal Lahaina Luau Royal Lahaina Resort Luau, Oceanside along Kaanapali Beach Youre in Hawaii of course you want to go to a Luau! The luau tradition seems as old as the islands themselves, and is something every Hawaiian visitor needs to experience. In fact, when you get home, one of the first things your friends will ask you is if you attended a luau. And if you attended the Royal Lahaina Luau, you can boast that youve been to the best Luau on Maui. Held Tuesday thru Saturday on the pleasant shores of Kaanapali Beach in Lahaina, the Royal Lahaina Luau is a treat for the eyes, ears, and appetite. Plus, the Royal Luau Lahaina has something for every member of the family, including a special kids buffet. The Luau Dinner Upon arrival, you'll be greeted with a traditional Hawaiian lei, a tasty bottomless Mai Tai from our open bar, and participate in traditional Hawaiian arts and crafts. Arrive early, and you will witness the Imu Ceremony, where we dig up the underground earth oven and reveal the succulent roast pork that is the centerpiece of our feast. Cooking underground is a Hawaiian tradition, and once you taste the food, youll be making plans to dig your own backyard earth oven. The all-you-can-eat buffet dinner that follows includes delicacies that will certainly please anyones taste. Both native and introduced foods are featured: there's poi, island pig, fresh island fish, roast turkey, island chicken, assorted salads, taro bread...the list goes on. Theres also a special childrens buffet line, featuring child-friendly dishes your kids will love. For dessert, be sure to try the haupia (our famous Hawaiian pudding). On with the Show Your sumptuous dinner is just the beginning. After your meal, you'll be mesmerized by the show-stopping performance we have planned. Included is the hula, the storytelling dance that lies at the center of Hawaiian oral traditions, as well as other performances from the annals of Polynesian tradition, including native musicians and fire-dances that will keep everyone wide-eyed the entire evening. Our Luau is simply second to none. But space fills up quickly in almost all cases, reservations must be made before your trip if you want to attend the best Luau on Maui. Click Here to make a reservation. royallahainaluau.org Hawaii Vacation and Travel Guide Hawaii - Oahu - Maui - Hawaii Island - Kauai - Molokai - Lanai

Hawaii Wedding

Hawaii - Maui - Wedding Specialists Activities Maui Printer Friendly Version Help us preserve the Islands. Tell our advertisers you found them on Alternative-Hawaii. WEDDINGS FRIENDS AALA ALOHA NOHEA WEDDINGS 40 Nohea Place Haiku, HI 96708 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 572-1206 or 1-888-715-2249 Friendly and professional consultants offering complete unique and exotic Hawaiian wedding and honeymoon packages and vow renewal ceremonies on the Island of Maui. Best Wedding Sites! Elegant, Affordable, Island Style Ceremonies. Short notice events are always welcome. ALOHA MAUI WEDDINGS 55 Aloha Aina Place Haiku, HI 96708 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 575-2238 or 1-888-822-9700 Full service wedding and honeymoon vacation specialists catering to your own individual vision at the heart of it all on beautiful Maui. I DO WEDDINGS 129 Oili Road Haiku, HI 96708 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 875-2110 or 1-800-Maui-I-Do Specializing in exotic and traditional Hawaiian wedding packages on Maui. An ordained minister noted for her knowledge and use of Hawaiian tradition and culture in her services. MAGICAL MAUI WEDDINGS P. O. Box 1450 Kihei, HI 96753 (South Maui) Tel. (808) 879-8800 Providing wedding coordination services on Maui since 1991. Allow us to create "Your Magic Moment" - a day that will be relaxed, fun and flawless! MARRY ME MAUI P. O. Box 1156 Kihei, HI 96753 Tel. (808) 879-9192 or 1-800-745-0344 Complete wedding and activities planning available. We specialize in custom weddings and offer wedding and renewal of vows packages. If you can dream it ... Marry Me Maui will make it come true! MAUI LANI WEDDINGS 910-A Honoapiilani Hwy, Kawahara Bldg. Lahaina, HI 96761 (West Maui) Tel. (808) 747-6284 or 1-888-747-MAUI (toll free) Begin your life together on the Island of Hearts - romantic, easy and without stress. Say "I Do" in Paradise, with style and creativity. ROMANTIC MAUI WEDDING P. O. Box 13232 Lahaina, HI 96761 (West Maui) Tel. (808) 665-1214 or 1-800-808-4144 A Marriage Made on Maui is a Marriage Made in Heaven! Specializing in sunset weddings. Since 1988, offering everything from an intimate ceremony for two to a more traditional extravaganza. ROYAL HAWAIIAN WEDDINGS P. O. Box 424 Puunene, HI 96784 (Central Maui) Tel. (88) 875-8569 or 1-800-659-1866 Specializing in small and simple "Just the Two of Us" ceremonies for over 20 years. Perfect locations - romantic and secluded, intimate and unforgettable. WEDDINGS JUST FOR TWO P. O. Box 10937 Lahaina, HI 96761-0937 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 669-4400 or 1-888-587-4896 (toll free) Specializing in intimate, spirit-filled, Christian services on the shores of West Maui. All amenities available. Over 1,600 weddings performed since 1988. Back to Weddings Sponsors Listings Activities Index | Home Page Contact Us | Sponsor Join Us Form ©Ala Mua Hawaii 1997

Waikiki beach. The EASIEST

Waikiki, Hawaii, Seashells on Waikiki Beach WAIKIKI SEASHELLS © 1997 Rico Leffanta Seashells can be found in abundance on most tropical islands, but Hawaiian seashells are scarce in comparison. Waikiki sees thousands of snorkelers and scuba divers every day, each one looking for that souvenir seashell, resulting in thousands of people going back to their hotel room every night without have seen one single seashell. Of course, there are laws to protect endangered species, but every tourist seems to think, "What harm can come from my taking home one little seashell?" The simple answer is one little seashell can hold 1,000 eggs to perpetuate the species so, when someone takes that living shell, they are taking 1,000 other shells with it! At this rate, it doesn't take very many tourists very long before "common" seashells such as the Knobby Triton (pupu'olekiwi - Cymatium muricinum Roeding ) above are classified "uncommon", then "rare", "Endangered" and most finally, "extinct". Even when the shell is empty, hermit crabs should have first choice on vacated shells! Native Hawaiians (and local parents) need a Triton's Trumpet (Pu or Ole - Charonia tritonis Linaeus ) to herald their ceremonies (or call the kids home for supper - the ole sound can be heard two miles away!), cowries to lure the octopus home for dinner, and Hawaiians use many other shells for fish hooks, musical instruments and jewellery - especially for leis! The tiny turbinid and columbellid shell leis from "The Forbidden Island" (Ni'ihau) currently sell for hundreds of dollars. Shells like the Hawaiian Limpet (made famous by Frank De Lima's song, "Please don't eat me") ("Opihi- Patella sandwichensis Pease ) are polished and sold as coin purses in Waikiki's International Marketplace. You can see the difference between its natural ridged surface in the photo and after it has been polished. This one was polished by Mother Nature. Almost every day, people are surprised when I walk behind them and find a seashell they didn't see. It isn't that my eyesight is any better than their eyesight, it is simply that I know what I am looking for, and they do not. These photos show what to look for on Waikiki beach. The EASIEST way to find a seashell in Waikiki is to walk in the surf when the tide is coming in. Empty shells - even drilled empty shells - tend to collect and hold air, which gives them a lift on the current, which eventually brings them to shore. All of the shells in these photos were obtained by walking along Waikiki beach and watching them roll in with the tide. When the waves are high and the current strong, shells can roll in from deep and far, carrying shells one seldom sees in Waikiki, such as the rare and exceptionally beautiful Fragile Violet Snail (Pupupani - lanthina fragilis Lamarck ) (not pictured). My personal favourite is the Swollen Bubble ( Hydatina amplustre Linnaeus ). Its contrasting pink and black shell makes quite elegant earrings for blue-eyed blondes. I saw one of these shells, smaller than the one shown, on sale at Ala Moana in October, 2000, for $49.95!!! Only a few years ago, the retail price for a Swollen Bubble was only $5.95! Adam's Bubble ( Bulla adamsi Menke ) is quite common in Waikiki; in fact, the Hawaiian Hilton Lagoon has quite a population in excess of 5 cms. The Paper Bubble ( Hydatina physis Linnaeus ) is quite uncommon, and I have only found one Lined Bubble ( Bullina lineata Gray ) on Waikiki Beach, and that was five years ago. The first Polished Nerite (Kupe'e - Nerita polita Linnaeus ) taken to Britain was sold at auction in 1806 for nine guineas; yet most tourist never notice the shell unless they see its orifice. The most frequently seen shells on Waikiki Beach are of the Cowrie family, especially the Humpback (used by Hawaiians as an octopus lure) Snakehead, Money, and although classified "Uncommon", the Granulated Cowrie. Even broken Cowrie shells are used as jewellery because the Cowrie orifice is the only seashell that smiles at you (or frowns - when you see it upside down)! Cone shells are disappearing at an alarming rate. There are only three still commonly found on Waikiki Beach, the Hebrew Cone ( Conus ebraeus Linnaeus ), the Spiteful Cone ( Conus lividus Hwass ) and the Golden Yellow Cone ( Conus flavidus Lamarck ). Only a few years ago, the deadly Conus Textile Linnaeus (not shown) was fairly common, but its painful/deadly sting apparently did not protect it from determined collectors. Augers, Miters, Murexes and Spindles are seldom seen anymore. The popular Chinese Horn ( Cerithium sinense Gmelin ) occasionally rolls up as an hermit crab's mobile home, and spotted Strombs ( Stombus maculatus Sowerby ) in a variety of colours still hit the beach, as do the Knobbed and Mulberry Drupes. Two years ago, the Ribbed Turbin ( Purpura aperta Blainville ) was the most common seashell found at the Hawaiian Hilton beach front; today it is rarely seen, but Arca family shells can still be found on the beach fronting Harbour Road parking lot during the winter months. The sun-bleached Spiny Helmet ( Casmaria erinaceus Linnaeus ) in the photo is rarely seen in Waikiki, yet was passed over by countless tourist walking over the coral rubble in front of the Hale Koa Hotel. I was surprised to find it in one piece, and because the shell was not drilled by a predator, it is a perfect home for an Hermit Crab, which really doesn't carry about exterior decoration providing the roof doesn't leak! This leaves the most collectible shell found at Waikiki (but seldom by tourist): the Tritons. Tritons, including Triton's Trumpet, are usually found at 2 1/2-7 cms., but calcium deposits usually whitewash their colours so, when the shells dry out under the sun, they become as white as the coral rubble which surrounds them, thus escaping easy detection. For reasons unbeknownst to me, Tritons in Waikiki deviate from normal colours, so it is well worth anyone's while to pick up a Triton shell and dip it in the ocean to ascertain its true colours! n.b. the background leaf in the photos is from the Breadfruit tree, (still Cooking after all these years) and crab mummies are quite collectible! What do I do with the shells I find? This morning (10.IX.00) was extraordinary because I found this flea cone (Conus Pulicarius Hwass) intact; a "common" shell, but uncommonly found unoccupied intact! The Triton is an exquisite variation of the Hairy Triton v (Cymatium Pileare Linnaeus) . The 2 cm. cowrie has a lovely honey glow to it, but I have been unable to identify it from my books.So, interesting shells are given to the Waikiki Aquarium to enable docents to "talk story" with visitors, and "show and tell". Intact shells suitable for hermit crab homes are taken back out to the reef where crabs needing larger homes can find them. The remaining shells are either distributed along Waikiki Beach where children (" keiki ") can find them (but I usually carry a few with me for children who can't find a shell). This is by far the most rewarding experience! This morning I saw a little girl looking for shells so I dropped a damaged humback cowrie shell where she could find it. As soon as she spotted it, she shouted to her sisters, "Come and see what I found!" The elder sister came over, took one look and said, "That's just an old rock!" The sister in the middle apparently didn't care whether it was a rock or a shell because she said, "Can I have it, please?" The middle sister then picked it up, confirmed it was indeed a shell, and off they went to show their treasure to mom! What a pity more children can't share that experience! Moana Valentine This is the especially rare and beautiful Bullina lineata Gray "Lined Bubble" delivered up in perfect condition by a stormy sea on February 14, 2001. This is only the second "Lined Bubble" I've seen on the beach, not only because it is "rare", but also because the shell usually retails between $200-$300, although it is so small (less than one-half inch) that 99.9% of the population can walk by it (or on it) without seeing it. Moral: never judge the value of a shell/person/thing by its size! YES! It CAN happen on Waikiki Beach! On July 23, 2002, Gunnel Grubb, Rektor of Scandanavia's oldest operating school (Katedralskolan, established in 1085) was diving along the reef fronting the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel (Duke Kahanamoku Beach) and discovered this beautiful (and vacant !) black-lipped conch shell! You could be next! TO SEE CLICK Return to front page HOME Sharks in Hawaii SHARKS The Hawaiian Islands: Islands Hawaiian Volcanoes Volcanoes Hawaiian gods and goddesses Dieties The Hawaiian Lei Lei The Hawaiian Monarchy Ali'i Defining Aloha Aloha Hawaiian pearls and gold. Mana Waimea Valley, Oahu, Hawai'i WAIMEA Other Rico Leffanta web sites MORE * * * * * * * * The Seashells that smile at you are Cowries ("Leho") One beachcomber's hazard is the Portugese Man of War. This photo shows the Man of War's long stinger leading to the lovely blue bubble head children and adults like to pick up. It only takes once to learn this painful lesson!

Hawaiian music and choreography.

BooklinesHawaii.com - Hawaii Music - New Releases - All Catagories -booklineshawaii.com 2005 Na Hoku Winners | Browse Artists | Browse Genres | HelpDesk | View   Search BROWSE By Artist Best Value GENRE Comedy Budget Music Christian Christmas Contemporary DVDs Hapa Haole Hawaiian/Traditional Hawaiian Hula Instrumental Japanese Jazz Polynesian • NEEDHELP?   Help Desk   FAQ PrivacyPolicy Congratulations to Grammy Nominees! Kihoalu: Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Ledward Kaapana Slack Key Guitar Master Ledward Kaapana is set to release his latest Recording project entitled "Ledward Kaapana 'Kihoalu' Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar. In his typical fashion, Ledward displays impeccable Finger style picking and flawless technique. Recording under the Rhythm & Roots Label, the project features 5 new originals penned by Ledward Kaapana including: Fish Market Slack Key, Slack Key Lullabye, Wood & Steel Slack Key, Pau Hana Slack Key and Pau Pilikia. This is a project surely to bring joy and happiness to slack key guitar fans everywhere! ( more info ) Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar, Vol. 1 Various Artists On October 14, 2003, a new era of slack key music began on Maui. On that Tuesday evening, Cyril Pahinui performed for an enthralled audience at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. Hosted by George Kahumoku, Jr., the show featured not only music, but the story behind slack key. George and Cyril played music together and talked story with the audience. Those who attended felt as if they had been invited to a Hawaiian back yard. And not just any back yard, but that of some of the greatest slack key masters ever to perform. Thus was born the Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert Series, the new home of slack key music in Hawai'i. In this first album of live music from the shows, we present a compilation of music by Hawai'i's top slack key artists. The Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert Series continues weekly in the theater at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua on the island of Maui. ( more info ) 1. Ekolu " Ekolu Music " 2. Various Artists " Masters of Slack Key Guitar " 3. Ledward Kaapana " Kiho'alu: Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar " 4. Damon Williams " Reborn " 5. Native Elements " Native Elements " 6. Malino " Always Be Mine " 7. B.U.B. " B.U.B.alicious " 8. One Groove " Make Your Move " 9. Kalaeloa " Let the Good Times Roll " 10. Holunape " He'Olu " The Golden Voice of Hawaii V.1 Dennis Pavao Fans of Dennis will revel in this special release for years to come. This is a must have for all! We have combined some of Dennis unfinished works as well as our personal favorites into a best of tribute album that will keep you listening over and over. The first song, I Kona, is worth acquiring the whole release, but the album does not stop there! All 11 songs are simply divine. ( more info ) Sweet Surprise Cecilio Rodriguez Cecilio Rodriguez, as one half of the legendary duo Cecilio & Kapono, helped define the Hawaiian Islands soundtrack for the 1970s with a smooth, sweet, harmony of good times. Although C & K continue to do concerts together as a duo, Cecilio has made a mark of his own as a charming, personable, and multi-talented performer who can take you from gales of laughter with his great sense of humor, to the brink of tears with his beautiful love songs. ( more info ) Brittni X3 Brittni Paiva At age 15, Brittni Paiva releases her first CD entitled Brittni X3 so named because this amazing young woman is the only musician on the CD, playing ukulele, slack key guitar and bass! Her music selections are diverse, featuring two original songs and an eclectic line-up of tunes demonstrating her versatility and sensitivity. ( more info ) In Dreams, Ma Ka Moe Moea Nick Castillo Born and raised on the island of Kauai, Nick grew up singing with his family of four brother and sisters. During his school years he continued to sing -- and began to dream -- making the All State Honor Choir and nurturing his love for traditional Hawaiian music and choreography. His career developed as he performed on the Local Vocal and Sunrise Hope for Kobe CD. ( more info ) We Are 'Ohana, Songs of Hope Various Artists The CD is part of a three-phase project sponsored by Performing and Fine Artists for World Peace. The project includes the production of a compilation CD featuring popular Hawaiian recording and performing artists, an ongoing outreach program targeting schools, communities, treatment centers, prisons, etc. and the creation of ACT (Action-Community-Teens), a community volunteer program that provides substance abuse and addiction recovery information and promotes active participation of young people in projects that enhance the quality of life in communities in Hawai`i. ( more info ) The Steve Jones Collective Vol. 1 Steve Jones This is first in a series of CDs by The Steve Jones Collective assembling various artists to explore different kinds of musical expression. This CD primarily involves the musical voice of pianist Jacob Koller in a classic jazz trio setting. Both Jones and Koller contribute original compositions to this 11 song CD with over 73 minutes of music. Liner notes are written by KIPO Hawaii Public Radio host Don Gordon. ( more info ) 'Ukulele Breeze Herb Ohta Jr. This, Herb’s 5th solo recording, tickles the listener’semotions with seven of his own originals and five cover - tunesthat showcase styles of Pop, Latin, Hawaiian and beautiful balladsin a way that only Herb can express through his magical artistry.Hawaii music legend, Peter Moon states... ( more info ) A Part of Me, A Part of You Melveen Leed Melveen is an artist. She began nurturing thattalent when she was just a little girl growing up on the island of Molokai. When she sings, she paints a picture in your mind of a beautiful place, or aspecial person. She is like a lei maker, weaving her words and music like colorful blossoms into a lei of melodies... ( more info ) Kaena Hailing from the West end of Oahu, Ka`ena hits the music scene with their Self-titled debut, set for release in April 2004. All talented in their own right, the four members (Jonah Davis, Domonic Vespoli, Richard Gideon, Bronson Meyers) come together to create a sound that is unique and sophisticated, even by seasoned - musicians standards... ( more info ) Liko Keoki Kahumoku I would like to thank everyone who has encouraged me over the years to continue performing and sharing Hawaiian music. Mahalo Ke Akua for giving me the opportunity to share this music, for blessing me with my wife, Nadine, and children, Aaron and Kellie-Ann. I would also like to thank my Dad and my Uncle Moses for paving the way, so that I now have this... ( more info ) A Bridge Between Generations Darlene Ahuna "Bridge Between Generations" is a celebration of old time Hawaiian song that is beautiful, haunting and full of joy & aloha. Darlene captures the essence of those special feelings that dwell in your heart and soul, reminding you once again of a gentler & simpler place and time... ( more info ) Winds of Waimanalo Makapuu Sand Band The Makapuu Sand Band's second LP again emphasizes the group's Hawaiian roots. Their first album Makapuu Sand Band debuted their crisp arrangements on acoustic guitar, slack key and string bass with strong vocals and Hawaiian lyrics. In the late 1970's these young native Hawaiian musicians had a unique sound of their own... ( more info ) back to top Books | Music | Video | Gifts | Links | Help Desk For Info and Orders Call Toll-Free: 1-877-828-HULA (4852) 1998 - 2005 by Booklines Hawaii, Ltd ., all rights reserved.

Maui Snorkeling

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