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Hawaii Weddings - Starwood Hawaii Hotels & Resorts Let Starwood Hotels & Resorts Hawaii help you plan a romantic Hawaiian wedding in paradise. At Starwood Hawaii, you can expect sun-kissed days with gentle breezes, and balmy nights lit by the warm glow of tiki torches. Set upon the best beachfront locations, what could be more romantic? Whether your idea of a dream wedding includes a secluded beach with a tropical cabana or a fancy ballroom adorned with fresh gardenias and delicate green ferns, Starwood Hawaii makes it all possible. With 11 distinctly different properties across five of the Hawaiian Islands, each resort offers something unique to match your vision of wedding bliss. Starwood Hotels and Resorts Hawaii not only provide spectacular settings and impeccable service, they also come fully equipped with the finest amenities and a designated wedding specialist to attend to your every whim. For intimate gatherings to formal affairs, Starwood Hawaii will get your new beginning off to the right start. So come to paradise and turn your dream wedding into a reality. Starwood Hawaii's honeymoon gift registry can help you create your dream honeymoon. Click here for details! Select a destination below... Arizona Atlanta Benelux Boston Canada Caribbean Chicago China France Germany Hawaii Helsinki Houston Italy Japan London New England New York San Francisco Seattle South Florida Southern California Sweden UK/Ireland Island of Oahu Sheraton Moana Surfrider Sheraton Princess Kaiulani The Royal Hawaiian Sheraton Waikiki W Honolulu - Diamond Head Island of Maui Sheraton Maui Resort The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Island of Kauai Princeville Resort Sheraton Kauai Resort Island of Hawaii Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa Island of Oahu Sheraton Moana Surfrider Sheraton Princess Kaiulani The Royal Hawaiian Sheraton Waikiki W Honolulu - Diamond Head Island of Maui Sheraton Maui Resort The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Island of Kauai Princeville Resort Sheraton Kauai Resort Island of Hawaii Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa © 2005 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions for Use | Careers

Hawaii Department of Taxation

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Hawaiian City Garden

Royal Garden At Waikiki - Honolulu //-- Customer Support | Member Sign In Book Online or Call Toll Free: 1-888-782-9722 Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00am EST • Sat-Sun 9:30am - 11:00pm EST BookIt.com Member Sign In BookIt.com Members sign in here to view booking details, print vouchers, make changes and more. Booking ID: Email Address: You know what to do: Check In Enter your arrival date. '; Cal.ArrivalId='ARR_DATE_HM'; Cal.DepartureId='DEP_DATE_HM'; gDivId='CalDiv'; Cal.OpenCal(this);" onclick="Cal.Desc=' Enter your arrival date. '; Cal.ArrivalId='ARR_DATE_HM'; Cal.DepartureId='DEP_DATE_HM'; gDivId='CalDiv'; Cal.OpenCal(this);" Check Out Rooms 1 2 3 Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Children 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Room 2 Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Children 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Room 3 Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Children 0 1 2 3 Book On-line or Call Toll Free (888) 782-9722 - or - (866) 276-8861 ( en espanol ) BookIt.com™ Travel Guides Hawaii Travel Guide Hawaii Attractions Hawaii Restaurants Hawaii Shopping Hawaii Nightlife Hawaii Articles Royal Garden At Waikiki Located just steps away from the excitement of Waikiki, the Royal Garden at Waikiki hotel awaits your arrival. Star Rating On a quiet tree-lined street just off the Ala Wai waterway, the hotel and its expansive tropical gardens combine European elegance with Hawaii's tropical appeal. The Royal Garden at Waikiki features elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites in a variety of dcor with quality amenities, including Internet access in most guestrooms and all suites. The spacious accommodations, exceptional service, and the outstanding Shizu restaurant, make this hotel an unparalleled Royal Experience. Gracious and intimate best describes this distinctive Waikiki garden hotel. From the moment you set foot in the rich Italian marble lobby, you are embraced with abounding elegance. The attention to detail in this perfectly located Pacific paradise leaves little to be desired. The Royal Garden at Waikiki offers guests an award winning restaurant, a cascading waterfall, pools and whirlpools, High Speed Internet available in most of the rooms, Concierge Services, and much more! Whether your travel is for business or pleasure, the Royal Garden at Waikiki will make your stay in the Hawaiian Islands a memorable and Royal Experience. Location Located just steps away from the excitement of Waikiki, the Royal Garden at Waikiki hotel awaits your arrival. Address 440 Olohana Street, Honolulu HI 96815 Toll Free Bookings (888) 782-9722 (866) 276-8861 ( en espanol ) Quick Links Photo Gallery Rooms & Rates User Reviews Maps & Directions Nearby Attractions Amenities • Jacuzzi/Hot Tub • Business Center • Elevator • Exercise Facility • Lounge/Bar • Outdoor Pool • Sauna • Concierge Desk • Handicap Access Elev. • Restaurant • Wedding Services • Kids Stay Free • Dry Cleaning Service • Wake-up Service • Parking (Nominal Fee) • 24 Hour Front Desk • Ice Machine • Tiki Bar Details • # of Floors: 25 • # of Rooms: 140 • 03:00 PM Check In • 12:00 PM Check Out BookIt.com Photo Gallery of Royal Garden At Waikiki Prev Royal Garden At Waikiki Next Click on thumbnails to enlarge. Back to top BookIt.com Rooms & Rates at Royal Garden At Waikiki Standard Hotel Room One King, One Queen or Two Twin Beds. All rooms have balcony and either City or Pool Views, located 6-11th floor. Deluxe Hotel Room One King or Two Twin Beds. No balcony, either City or Partial Ocean Views, located 18-25th floor. One Bedroom Exec Suite with Kitchenette One King or One Queen Bed. Standing balcony only, either City or Partial Ocean Views, located 20-25th floor. Upgraded furnishing, large luxury livingroom and kitchenette.. Back to top Attractions Near Royal Garden At Waikiki honolulu 3 Miles University Of Hawaii 3 Miles Pearl Harbor-Uss Arizona Memor 11 Miles Bishop Museum 6 Miles Polynesian Cultural Center 35 Miles Hanauma Bay 12 Miles Waimea Falls Park 36 Miles Makaha 36 Miles Hawaii Convention Center 1 Miles Hnl-Honolulu Airport 9 Miles Distances shown above are provided by the property for comparison purposes only. Back to top Recent User Reviews of Royal Garden At Waikiki Be the first to review Royal Garden At Waikiki! 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SS Independence Ocean Liner - Cruise Ship Profile  You are here: About > Travel > Cruises > Cruise Lines > Classic Cruise Ships > SS Independence Ocean Liner - Cruise Ship Profile Travel Cruises Essentials Planning Your First Cruise Cruise Travel Packing List Choosing a Caribbean Cruise Destination How To Get a Passport How to Choose a Cabin on a Cruise Ship Topics Cruise Lines Cruise Destinations Cruise Photo Album Cruise Planning Cruise Reviews Cruise Cams Cruise Glossary Cruise News Getting There Lifestyle - Theme Cruises Cruise Activities Travel Gear and Gadgets Cruise Jobs More Cruise Resources Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks European Cruise Guidebooks Cruise Guidebooks - General Information Alaska Travel Guide Books Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Cruises newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Cruises The Independence was built in 1950 and is one of the oldest cruise ships still afloat Courtesy of America Hawaii Cruises Stay up to date! The Independence was built in 1950 and is one of the oldest cruise ships still afloat Courtesy of America Hawaii Cruises Email to a friend Print this page More on Project America NCL Names First Two Project America Cruise Ships NCL Takes Possession of Project America Hull NCL Acquires SS United States More on Project America NCL Buys Project America Hulls NCL to Offer Inter-Island Hawaii Service Norwegian Cruise Line Launches U.S. Flag Brand Cruising Hawaii Pictures from American Hawaii Cruises Zodiac Shore Excursion on Kauai Shore Excursion to the Top of Haleakala on Maui Most Popular Cruise Packing List Carnival Cruise Line Reviews Choosing a Cruise Ship Cabin Planning Your First Cruise East or West Caribbean What's Hot Cruise News - Three Passengers Hurt As 40 Foot Wave Hits Lin... Explorer of the Seas Review QM2 Cruises South America Queen Mary 2 (QM2) Overview QM2 Gangway Accident Related Topics Caribbean for Visitors Europe for Visitors Honeymoons / Romantic Getaways Senior Travel Travel with Kids SS Independence - Cruise Ship Profile From Linda Garrison , Your Guide to Cruises . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Grand Cruise Liner Saved from Scrap Yard - For Now Until its bankruptcy in late 2001, American Hawaii Cruises' classic U.S.-flag ocean liner, the S.S. Independence, sailed exclusively around the Hawaiian Islands 12 months of the year on weeklong cruises. After the collapse of American Classic Voyages, the Independence sailed to the Alameda Naval Air Station. On March 5, 2002, her mast hit the Carquinez Bridge while being towed by four tugs. The Independence was on her way to Suisan Bay, but was taken back to Pier 50 in San Francisco for repairs. The Independence was subsequently moored in April 2002 with the Suisun Reserve Fleet in Suisan Bay, California near the USS Iowa. In February 2003, the Independence was sold at auction for $4 million to Norwegian Cruise Line. NCL hopes to add the Independence to its U.S.-flagged fleet. Norwegian will begin sailing its U.S.-flagged ships in Hawaii in 2004. The Independence was originally launched during the heyday of ocean travel in 1950, but was treated to more than $78 million in refurbishments from 1994 to 2001. The ship is one of the few major cruise ships built in the United States, having been constructed at the Bethlehem Steel Company in Quincy, Massachusetts for American Export Lines of New York. It was intended for use as a trans-Atlantic passenger liner--yet, it adhered to post-World War II U.S. Navy specifications to permit rapid conversion into a troop ship, with a capacity for 5,000 men and their equipment. The vessel, as originally designed, was made entirely of non-combustible or fire-resistant materials and featured extra hull plating--and two engine rooms so that if one were damaged, the other could keep the ship moving at a relatively high speed. Everyone who loves old ocean liners can hope that NCL will be able to add the Independence to its fleet and save her from the scrap yard.   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 Cruise News - Three Passengers Hurt As 40 Foot Wave Hits Lin... Explorer of the Seas Review QM2 Cruises South America Queen Mary 2 (QM2) Overview QM2 Gangway Accident