Maui Snorkeling

Maui snorkeling tours Home Snorkeling Trips Snorkel Reservations Maui Links CALL TOLL FREE: 1-888-983-8080 or direct 1-808-244-1979 Morning Molokini & Turtle Town Adventure *Whalewatching included on Snorkel Trips, Dec.-Apr.* Lani Kai departs Maui's Maalaea Harbor slip #76 daily at 7:00am for Molokini Crater Marine Preserve and "Turtle Town"* INCLUDED: Continental breakfast Beer, Wine, Mai Tai's Soft Drinks Deli-style buffet lunch Snorkel equipment Optical masks Boogie boards Ski belts OPTIONAL: Underwater cameras Snuba Wetsuits T-shirts Hats Fish Identification Cards Once underway, you will be treated to a delicious continental breakfast. Upon arrival to the Molokini Marine Preserve the crew will pass out the complimentary snorkel gear and flotation devices as well as give a brief lesson/refresher course in snorkeling to anyone who requires it. ...then into the water! After your Molokini snorkeling adventure, you are invited to relax as we take a swift cruise to Maui's now famous Turtle Town * where green sea turtles, moray eels and other exotic marine life abound. Here you'll find some of Hawaii's best underwater photographic opportunities. While at Turtle Town you'll enjoy a sumptuous deli-style lunch and ice cold beverages before returning to Maalaea harbor. This 5 hour snorkel trip treats you to some of the best underwater snorkeling Maui has to offer. Fun for all ages and skill levels! Check-in/boarding: 6:45am daily Returning: 12:00 noon Price: Adults (ages 13 and up) - $88.00 Children (ages 5 to 12) - $58.00 Age 4 and under - FREE *INTERNET RESERVATIONS RECEIVE A 15% DISCOUNT OFF OF THESE PRICES! all prices plus tax (7.166%) Alternate snorkel sites may be chosen at Captain's discretion. Home Snorkeling Trips Snorkel Reservations Maui Links Afternoon Snorkel *Whalewatching included on Snorkel Trips, Dec.-Apr. Lani Kai departs Maui's Maalaea Harbor slip #76 daily at 1:00pm for three fabulous hours of snorkeling and whalewatching INCLUDED: Beer, Wine, Mai Tai's Soft Drinks Deli-style buffet lunch Snorkel equipment optical masks Boogie boards Ski belts OPTIONAL: Underwater cameras Snuba Wetsuits T-shirts Hats Fish Identification Cards Depending on the weather, the captain will lead you to either the world renowned Molokini Crater or secluded Coral Gardens. Both dive sites provide excellent opportunities for snorkelers of all skill levels. From late December through early April, humpback whales can often be seen en route, and Lai Kai's knowledgable crew will be glad to share information with you about these awesome 40-ton leviathans. This 3 hour snorkel experience is perfect for those who prefer to sleep in! Check-in/boarding: 12:45pm daily Returning: 4:00 pm Price: Adults (ages 13 and up) - $44.00 Children (ages 5 to 12) - $33.00 Age 4 and under - FREE *INTERNET RESERVATIONS RECEIVE A 15% DISCOUNT OFF OF THESE PRICES! all prices plus tax (7.166%) *Alternate snorkel sites may be chosen at Captain's discretion. Home Snorkeling Trips Snorkel Reservations Maui Links Private Charters Want the boat all to yourself? , private charters are great for conventions, family reunions, birthdays, weddings or a romantic getaway. We can cater to your special needs! Just Call Us: 1-888-983-8080

Hawaiian Bed Spread

Sheraton Kauai Resort in Koloa, Hawaii Hotel-Rates.com >> United States >> Hawaii >> Koloa >> Sheraton Kauai Resort Sheraton Kauai Resort in Koloa, Hawaii 2440 Hoonani Rd, Koloa, HI 96756 Hotel Rates & Availability Search Check-in: January February March April May June July August September October November December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Number of Rooms: 1 2 3 4 Check-out: January February March April May June July August September October November December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Adults per Room: 1 2 3 4 LOWEST HOTEL RATES...GUARANTEED! More Hotel Photos Sheraton Kauai Resort 2440 Hoonani Rd KOLOA, HI, US 96756 The Sheraton Kauai Resort is located alongside Poipu Beach - the '#1 Beach in America' (as designated by the Travel Channel and Dr. Beach in USA TODAY), - on Kauai's sunny South Shore. Spread out over 20 acres of prime oceanfront, the 415-room Sheraton Kauai appeals to families and romance-seeking couples. This deluxe, low rise, Hawaiian haven provides gracious accommodations with a choice of mesmerizing oceanfront or colorful, tropical garden views. No building rises higher than a mature coconut tree so the resort fits into its splendid setting instead of overwhelming it. This resort offers three tennis courts, a shopping arcade, and a sunset Mai Tai party includes a torch-lighting ceremony and Hawaiian music. Guests can enjoy a host of activities including water sports and golf at two championship golf courses located nearby. The guest accommodations are spread out over the Sheraton's 20 acres. All guest rooms include furnished lanais with ocean or garden views. Light-filled and airy, the guest rooms are furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerators, bathrobes, video game consoles, and in-room safes are included. The resort also features a virtual 'Galleria of Oceanfront Dining& Entertainment', which has a choice of four restaurants and a surf-view lounge. Please note. A daily resort fee $26.04 is charged at the hotel (price subject to change). This fee includes: self parking, use of tennis courts, use of fitness center, use of in-room safe, in-room coffee and tea, daily sunset cocktail hour/Daily Sunset Mai Tai Punch hour, daily breakfast buffet for two, local (on-island) telephone calls, discounts at beach activity center, torch lighting ceremony with hula dancers nightly, cultural arts and crafts: lei making and hula lessons, guests news library with high-speed Internet access & Email access, 10% discount on Dinner at Shell's Steak & Seafood, Naniwa Japanese Restaurant & sushi Bar, and Amore Ristorante Italiano (not combinable with any other promotional offers) and toll free and credit card access telephone calls. Kids also Eat Free at Shell's Steak & Seafood Restaurant (12 & under; one child per paying adults, maximum 2 children). Surrounding Area POIPU BEACH Room Information - Sheraton Kauai Resort Bed Type: Short Description: Garden View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai overlooking gardens and pool. Located at back of resort, across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Garden View Escape Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai overlooking gardens and pool. Located at back of resort, across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Sunrise Promo - Deluxe Oceanfront View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Full ocean view from both inside and the furnished lanai. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Partial Ocean View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai with partial ocean view. Located in the Garden Wing of the resort. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Garden View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai facing koi ponds and gardens. Located across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Oceanfront Long Description: One king or two double beds. Full ocean view from inside and from furnished lanai. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Sunrise Promo - Garden View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai overlooking gardens and pool. Located at back of resort, across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Partial Ocean View Escape Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai with partial ocean view. Located in the Garden Wing of the resort. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Ocean Front Escape Long Description: One king or two double beds. May have sofa bed. Partial ocean view from inside and from furnished lanai. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Cable TV with video game console. Refrigerator. Bathrobes. In-room safe. Air conditioning. Property Information Check-in time - 3:00 PM Check-out time - 12:00 PM Resort Fee - 26.04 per day Star rating: 3.5 Area Activities -Kiahuna Golf Course 5 Minutes -Spouting Horn 6 Minutes -National Tropical Botanical Gardens 6 Minutes -Koloa Town 10 Minutes -Poipu Bay Resort Golf Course 10 Minutes -Lihue 25 Minutes -Kilauea Lighthouse (wildlife refuge) 1 Hour Driving Directions - Sheraton Kauai Resort From Lihue Airport: Exit airport on HI-570. Turn left on HI-56. Turn right on HI-50. Turn left on HI-520. Continue on Hoonani Road. The resort is on the left hand side. Policies & Disclaimers You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. These excellent rates are only available through us. Please do not call the property, as they will not have our discounted rates in their system. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed. Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy, hotels.com. Bookings are subject to a 25 USD fee for any CANCELLATION/CHANGE. If cancellation occurs within the Cancellation Policy period, a charge of one- night's room rate, tax recovery charges and service fees will be assessed. No refunds will be made for no-shows or early checkouts. SHERATON KAUAI RESORT Cancellation Policy Non Changeable, Advance Purchase Rate, Fully prepaid. If cancelled outside of 72 hours of arrival before 4PM, forfeit 1 night. If cancelled inside 72 hours of arrival after 4PM, forfeit entire stay. Sheraton Kauai Resort, Koloa, Hawaii Search Availability and Our Low Rates Now Book online or call US & Canada: 1-800-403-4176 Europe: 0 800 032 8868 Koloa Hotels Castle Kiahuna Plantation Castle Kiahuna Plantation Castle Makahuena Embassy Vacation Resort - Poipu Point Grand Hyatt Kauai Kiahuna Plantation Resort Lawai Beach Resort Condos Marriott Waiohai Beach Club Nihi Kai Villas Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation Poipu Crater Resort Poipu Kai Resort Resortquest At Poipu Kai Resortquest At Poipu Kai (Formerly Aston) Sheraton Kauai Resort Whalers Cove Whalers Cove Oceanfront Condominiums More Koloa, Hawaii Hotels... 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HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Bed and Breakfast, Hawaii B & B, Volcano Hawaii: Volcano Rainforest Retreat Home Page Guest Cottage Forest House Sanctuary Bamboo Guest House Gathering Hale Counseling / Reiki Healing Schedule of Events Volcano Area & Activities Hawaiian Links Information / Booking Explore... A few miles up the road is Kilauea Volcano, home of Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire. Hike , bike , or drive through this magnificent landscape at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park . A half-hour drive toward the sea is historic Hilo town with its picturesque bay, waterfalls and botanical gardens . Check out the current activity at the volcano lava flow . Discover... Just a short distance away is Volcano Village - a community noted for its distinctive blend of artists , scientists , and entrepreneurs. The village has two country stores, gas stations and a post office. Local restaurants and cafés offer a variety of dining experiences including the charm of old Hawai`i at Kilauea Lodge . Visit VolcanoWinery , home of Tropical Hawaiian Wines. Explore other Volcano Area Activities View our guest cottages the Guest Cottage the Forest House the Sanctuary the Bamboo Guest House or go directly to our Booking Information Or Return to Main Page Local/ FAX (808) 985-8696 Toll Free (800) 550-8696 email: volrain@volcanoretreat.com For fastest response to your Reservation Request please use our Information Form Volcano Rainforest Retreat Kathleen & Peter Golden PO Box 957, Volcano HI 96785 MORE ABOUT THE VOLCANO AREA AND ACTIVITIES Volcano is a relatively undeveloped rural area, adjacent to HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK , which has become the Big Island's most visited natural attraction. Explore the ambiance and activities of this back-to-nature destination and discover a truly unique Hawaiian experience. 4000 ft above the sea, giant tree ferns, lofty ohi'a-lehua trees and fragrant ginger create a lush refreshing appeal in contrast to the primal volcanic land. Temperatures are cooler than are typical of Hawaiian coastal areas. Rainfall is a natural part of the native rainforest with misty rains alternating with clear skies. Hike, bike or drive the CRATER RIM DRIVE in Volcanoes National Park. Be invigorated by its craters, steam vents, lava tubes, and rainforest trails. For the adventurous, the Chain of Craters Road winds down to the coast where vast systems of lava tubes carry active lava flows into the sea, creating the newest land on earth. Another exceptional experience while in the National Park is a visit to the VOLCANO ART CENTER GALLERY , with its collection of fine arts and crafts, available for purchase and displayed in the original historic Volcano House on the edge of Kilauea Caldera. The Volcano Art Center is currently developing an arts and environmental campus on 7 acres of land in Volcano Village. This new facility will expand its already well-established and ongoing programs in visual, literary, and performing arts. These include an acclaimed hula and Hawaiian music series which garnered a prestigious Kihili Award from the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau. The outlying community is a mix of scientists, artists and local entrepreneurs in a village-like town with a variety of restaurants and cafes. The village and its surrounding inhabitants blend almost imperceptibly into the native-forested landscape. The whole area has been designated by the United Nations as an INTERNATIONAL BIOSPHERE RESERVE AND HISTORIC SITE. Volcano is a destination in which to relax as well as be active, a place to be awed and slow down, to get in touch with oneself beyond the often busy pace of daily life. Surreal and serene, it is a place which is empowering, enduring and ever-changing. The harmony of man and nature here attracts aware and sensitive individuals whose values show concern for the earth and its remaining places of great natural beauty. "Perhaps this village of 3,600 (inhabitants) can show us how to better tend the land and each other as we move into the new millennium." HONOLULU STAR BULLETIN DAY TRIPS FROM VOLCANO PUNA Experience old Hawaii along the old road on the PUNA COAST with its papaya farms, hot pools, black sands beach and newly-created land - 1-hour drive each way. HILO AND HAMAKUA Explore the lush tropical Hilo area and Hamakua Coast, which offer a local farmers market, restaurants and shops in the old town on the picturesque bayfront, botanical gardens, scenic coast views and waterfalls. 1/2 to 1 hour drive each way. KA'U Wander the rural, sparsely-settled land beyond Volcanoes National Park. Visit WOOD VALLEY with is hidden Tibetan temple, and nearby PUNALUU BLACK SAND BEACH with its green sea turtles, often seen sunning themselves on the shore. Walk the old forested trail at Bird Park, in KIPUKA PUAULU , an island of old lava and vegetation surrounded by more recent lava flows. Within 1/2 hour of Volcano. HAWAIIAN LINKS Go directly to our Booking Information Or Return to Main Page Local/ FAX (808) 985-8696 Toll Free (800) 550-8696 email: volrain@volcanoretreat.com For fastest response to your Reservation Request please use our Information Form

Hawaiian Recipes and Recipe

Hawaiian Recipes and Recipe Collections  You are here: About > Travel > Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors > Recipes 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 > Recipes Hawaiian Recipes and Recipe Collections A guide to Hawaiian food and recipes featuring pages filled with recipes in categories such as breads, desserts, drinks, entrees, luau, recipe collections and salads. Subtopics Appetizers (Pupus) (6) Luau Recipes (32) Bread and Pastry (5) Macadamia Nut Recipes (21) Cocktails / Tropical Drinks (18) Main Courses (24) Desserts (10) Recipe Collections (11) Hawaii Cookbooks @ Salads and Side Dishes (8) Hawaiian Food Glossary (2) Articles & Resources Sort By : Guide Picks | Alphabetical | Recent Pink Mai Tai Recipe from the Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel This is a popular variation of the traditional Mai Tai recipe from the "Mai Tai" Bar at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki. The original Mai Tai was created by Victor J. Bergeron in 1944 and brought to Hawaii in 1953 at the Royal Hawaiian, Moana and Surfrider Hotels. Traditional Mai Tai Recipe from the Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel This is the authentic traditional Mai Tai recipe from the "Mai Tai" Bar at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki. The original Mai Tai was created by Victor J. Bergeron in 1944 and brought to Hawaii in 1953 at the Royal Hawaiian, Moana and Surfrider Hotels. Top Sam Choy Hawaiian Regional Cuisine Cookbooks Our choices for the best cookbooks by Sam Choy. Top Hawaiian Regional Cuisine Cookbooks Our choice for the best cookbooks featuring Hawaiian Regional Cuisine. Luau Foods and Recipes We look at the foods that you are likely to find at one or more of the many luaus throughout Hawaii. In the event that you would like to try to cook some of these foods yourself, we've included links to recipes for most of the dishes listed. Hawaiian Food Glossary: Seafood We look at the various types of seafood that you will find on a restaurant menu or in the grocery stores in Hawaii. "Hawaiian Cookbook" by Roana and Gene Schindler - Book Review For a list price of $7.95 you won't find a better collection of almost 300 Hawaiian recipes. If you have to pick one Hawaiian cookbook for your collection, make it this one. "The Food of Paradise" by Rachel Laudan - Book Review If you're looking for a cookbook, this is not the book for you. If, however, you are looking for an excellent historical perspective on the foods of Hawaii and their ethnic origins, buy this book.   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...

Molokai. Kamakou in the

Molokai, Hawaii - History and Culture on The Most Hawaiian Island. One and a half million years ago (give or take a week) two large volcanoes pushed through the surface of the Pacific Ocean and created the island of Molokai. Kamakou in the east, and Maunaloa in the west. A couple days later a third and much smaller caldera, Kauhako, popped up to form the Makanalua peninsula on the north side. Over eons, the north side of the island eroded and fell into the sea, leaving behind the vertical sea cliffs which today make up most of Molokai's spectacular North Shore. It's the fifth largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago; 260 square miles (420 sq km) in area, 38 miles (61km) long, and ten miles (16km) wide at its widest point. Anchored in the center of the 8 major islands, Molokai is 25 miles (40km) southeast of Oahu, and a 25-minute flight from Maui. From the eastern end of the island, it's only 8 miles (13km) across the Pailolo Channel to Maui. The population is estimated at 8,000 residents, half of whom live in or near the principal town of Kaunakakai. Nearly 40% are of Hawaiian descent, thus the nick name, "The Most Hawaiian Island." According to the experts, Hawaiians first came to live on Molokai about 650 A.D. Those first settlers most likely originated from the Marquesas, with later migrations, in double hulled canoes, from Tahiti and other areas in the South Pacific. As the Hawaiians had no written language, most of their pre-contact history has come from chants, passed down from generation to generation, which have kept a chronology of events, battles and genealogy. In November, 1778, Captain James Cook sighted Molokai on his first visit to the Sandwich Islands, as he named these islands, but it wasn't until 1786 when Captain George Dixon anchored off Molokai's coast, that Europeans first visited this island. In 1832 a Protestant mission was established at Kalua'aha on the East End by Reverend Harvey Hitchcock, to serve an estimated population of 5,000. His church has not been maintained, but the walls and part of the roof stand today at the 14.5 mile marker. A white marble headstone marks his grave on the hill east of what remains of the church. The oldest known Hawaiian settlement on Molokai occurred in Halawa Valley, at the eastern end of the main highway that crosses the length of the island. The eastern side of the island was heavily populated in pre-contact Hawaii, a result of ample water from the mountains, fertile and level land for farming, and a rich and abundant ocean. More than 60 fish ponds were built along the south shore of Molokai. Most have nearly disappeared, but a few have been reconstructed and are used daily by residents for aquiculture. A drive along the southshore of the island bears testimony to the reliance on the ocean by early Hawaiians. Molokai was renowned for the wisdom and power of its religious leaders, greatly respected and often feared by others in the archipelago. In the 1500s, the famous prophet, Lanikaula, was so revered that pilgrims came from all the Islands to seek his wisdom and advice. Molokai became a place of retreat, protected from war by its religious prestige and the marital alliances of its chiefs. Others were reputed for sorcery. Legend tells of the Kalaipahoa, or poisonwood gods, entering trees on Maunaloa. The grove is said to have been so poisonous that birds fell dead as they flew over it. Legend also tells us that Laka, goddess of the hula, gave birth to the dance on Molokai, at a very sacred place in Ka'ana. This is recognized on Molokai every May, at a celebration of the birth of hula, called Ka Hula Piko. When Laka died, her remains were secretly hidden somewhere beneath the hill, Pu'u Nana. The hula was finally established, the work of Laka was complete, and the dance flourishedthroughout Hawaii. Molokai was praised as "Molokai Ka Hula Piko," Molokai, the center of the dance. This design, by John Kaimikaua and Wainwright Piena, uses traditional Hawaiian motifs to depict the essence of the saying, "Molokai Ka Hula Piko." To the early Hawaiians the mo'o (lizards) were a symbol of spirituality and good fortune. The central design depicts this spiritual continuity with the mo'o arranged in a circle. The triangle depicts a Hawaiian value called "Lokahi," which is symbolic of a balance between man, nature, and God. Petroglyphs within the triangle portray a man and woman in dance. In the uppermost part of the triangle is a rising sun with a dot in the center symbolizing the piko of the hula. Beneath the circle is a motif depicting water, while at the top, the triangles represent fire. In the real world, water and fire are the two elements that cannot be mixed, but the spiritual essence of these elements mix in the hula. The ancient kumu hula of Molokai stressed to their students that they should dance with the fluidity of water and with the spark of fire. The middle row of diamonds, is a design called by the Hawaiians "na maka ke akua," or "eyes ofthe gods." Eyes are symbolic of the past, because our ancestors look upon us and guide us in thislife. Eyes also represent the living, as we look back upon the paths of our ancestors for inspirationand guidance. The hula provides a means for us to look back to the works of our ancestors through its movements, motions and chants. Above the "na maka ke akua" design are ferns representing the greenery worn by the dancers and below is the half-circle-point motif representing the rays of the sun rising in the east. To the early Hawaiians, the rising sun was symbolic of constant renewal and rebirth in the hula. 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