Hawaiian Islands are volcanic

The Formation of the Hawaiian Islands The Formation of the Hawaiian Islands [ HCV Home ][Formation of the Islands][ Active Hawaiian Volcanoes ][ General Info ]    The Hawaiian Islands are volcanic in origin. Each island ismade up of at least one primary volcano, although many islandsare composites of more than one. The Big Island, for instance,is constructed of 5 major volcanoes: Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea,Hualalai and Kohala. Mauna Loa is the largest active volcano onEarth. Kilauea is presently one of the most productive volcanoeson Earth (in terms of how much lava it erupts each year). The primary volcanoes on eachof the islands are known as a shield volcanoes, which are gently sloping mountains produced from a large number of generally very fluid lava flows.    Hawaiian volcanoes primarily erupt a type of rock known as basalt. When molten, basalt produces liquids of relatively high fluidity, compared to volcanoesthat erupt more silica rich magma types such as andesite, dacite or rhyolite. The fluidity of molten basalt favors the formation of lava flows,which is why the Hawaiian volcanoes generally have gentle sloping sides. Bycontrast, lavas with higher silica content are more viscous and commonly produce either thicker, shorter lava flows, thick blocky deposits and/orthick beds of ash that fall from the sky following explosive eruptions.These other types of volcanoes (common outside of Hawaii) are typically steepersided.    The Hawaiian volcanoes were produced by the Hawaiian hot spot, which is presently under the Big Island of Hawaii.The image below shows the islands of the Hawaiian chainand the intervening shallows, banks and reefs along a line from southeastto northwest. Note that the islands of Lanai and Kahoolawe are not shownbecause they would "overlap" with Molokai and Maui, respectively( see the map of the Islands on the Hawaiian Volcanoes page )In general, when you move along the island chain from southeast (Hawaii) to northwest, (Kure), the volcanoes become older and older.     The aging of the islands with distance from the current hot spotis demonstrated in the diagram below, where distance along thechain is approximated as distance away from Kilauea volcano (theyoungest above-sea-level Hawaiian volcano). In fact, even beyond Kurethe Hawaiian chain continues as a series of now-submergedformer islands known collectively as the Emperorseamounts. The two primary volcanoes that make up Oahu (where Honolulu is) have not erupted for well over a million years!    The age trend of the volcanoes is thought to be due tothe way in which the islands are built on the moving sea floor of the NorthPacific Ocean: the Pacific Ocean is mostly floored by a single tectonic plate(known as the "Pacific Plate")that is moving over the layer in the Earth known as the Asthenosphere.This movement takes it to the northwest compared to the layers below itat a rate of 5 to 10 cm/yr (the rate depends on where you are on it). As theplate moves over a fixed spot deeper in the Earth where magma (moltenlava) forms, a new volcano can punch through this plate and createan island. The Hawaiian Islands are believed to be formed from onesuch 'hot spot'. As the plate moves away, the volcano stops eruptingand a new one is formed in its place. With time, the volcanoes keepdrifting westward and getting older relative to the one active volcanothat is over the hot spot. As they age, the crust upon which they sitcools and subsides. This, combined with erosion of the islands onceactive volcanism stops, leads to a shrinking of the islands with ageand their eventual submergence below the ocean surface.    Importantly, the time over which various active volcanoes on the islandsremain active is long (hunders of thousands of years) so that significantoverlap in ages occur on neighboring islands. For instance although Haleakala volcano on Mauiis a great distance away from the presently erupting Kilauea, Haleakalalast erupted only about 200 years ago. Currently there are 3 Hawai'ian volcanoes that we can easily classify as active: Kilauea, actively erupting since 1983 Mauna Loa, which last erupted in 1984 and is building for a new eruption inthe next few years Loihi, which erupted in 1996   All three of these active Hawaiian volcanoes sharethe Hawaiian hot spot, but retain unique volcanic histories and compositions.You can view a schematic representationof the geometry of this situation HERE The most likely Dormant volcanoes are: Hualalai, which last erupted in 1801 Haleakala, which last erupted in about 1790 Mauna Kea, which last erupted about 4,000 years ago.    Here is some additional general age information from USGS Professional Paper 1350 , Chapter 1 by Clague and Dalrymple, pages 5-54 (1987). Data from that source has been augmented by data and information in Garcia et al. Lithos , vol 20, pages 323-336 (1987) and Clague (1996) in The Origin and Evolution of Pacific Island biotas, New Guniea to Eastern Polynesia, patterns and processes (Keast and Miller, editors), pages 35-50. Ages of some of the Hawaiian Islands and outer seamounts Volcano Number (see note at table bottom) Volcano Name Distance from Kilauea along trend of chain (km) Best K-Ar age (Ma) Data Source (tabulated below) 1 Kilauea 0 0-0.4 -- 3 Mauna Kea 54 0.375 + 0.05 1 5 Kohala 100 0.43 + 0.02 2 6 Haleakala 182 0.75 + 0.04 3 7 Kahoolawe 185 > 1.03 + 0.18 3 8 West Maui 221 1.32 + 0.04 4 9 Lanai 226 1.28 + 0.04 5 10 East Molokai 256 1.76 + 0.04 3 11 West Molokai 280 1.90 + 0.06 3 12 Koolau 339 2.6 + 0.1 4,6 13 Waianae 374 3.7 + 0.1 6 14 Kauai 519 5.1 + 0.20 7 15 Niihau 565 4.89 + 0.11 8 15A Kaula 600 4.0 + 0.2 21 17 Nihoa 780 7.2 + 0.3 9 20 Unnamed 913 9.2 + 0.8 20 930 9.6 + 0.8 22 23 Necker 1,058 10.3 + 0.4 9 26 La Perouse Pinnacles 1,209 12.0 + 0.4 9 27 Brooks Bank 1,256 13.0 + 0.6 20 1,330 13.0 + 0.6 22 30 Gardner Pinnacles 1,435 12.3 + 1.0 20 1,460 12.3 + 1.0 22 36 Laysan 1,818 19.9 + 0.3 10 37 Northampton Bank 1,841 26.6 + 2.7 10 50 Pearl and Hermes Reef 2,281 20.6 + 2.7 11 52 Midway 2,432 27.7 + 0.6 12 57 Unnamed 2,600 28.0 + 0.4 11 63 Unnamed 2,825 27.4 + 0.5 11 65 Colohan 3,128 38.6 + 0.3 13 65A Abbott 3,280 38.7 + 0.9 13 67 Daikakuji 3,493 42.4 + 2.3 14 69 Yuryaku 3,520 43.4 + 1.6 11 72 Kimmei 3,668 39.9 + 1.2 14 74 Koko (southern) 3,758 48.1 + 0.8 14,15 81 Ojin 4,102 55.2 + 0.7 16 83 Jingu 4,175 55.4 + 0.9 17 86 Nintoku 4,452 56.2 + 0.6 16 90 Suiko (southern) 4,794 59.6 + 0.6 18,19 91 Suiko (central) 4,860 64.7 + 1.1 16 Data Sources: 1. Porter and others (1977) 12. Dalrymple and others (1977) 2. McDougall and Swanson (1972) 13. Duncan and Clague (1984) 3. Naughton and others (1980) 14. Dalrymple and Clague (1976) 4. Mcdougall (1964) 15. Clague and Dalrymple (1973) 5. Bonhommet and others (1977) 16. Dalrymple and others (1980a) 6. Doel and Dalrymple (1973) 17. Dalrymple and Garcia (1980) 7. McDougall (1979) 18. Saito and Ozima (1975) 8. G.B. Dalrymple (unpub. Data, 1982) 19. Saito and Ozima (1977) 9. Dalrymple and others (1974) 20. Garcia and others (1986b) 10. Dalrymple and others (1981) 21.Garcia and others (1986a) 11. Clague and others (1975) 22. Garcia and Others (1987) Other Notes: "Volcano Number" refers to the number in sequence along the HawaiianChain. Loihi, the youngest expression of the Hawaiian hot spot isnumber 0, Kilauea is number 1, etc.. Note that not all volcanoesare listed in the table (e.g., number 2 = Mauna Loa and number 4 =Hualalai); also note that further up the chain, the numbering schemebecomes more subjective. HCV Home Hawaiian Volcanoes Loihi Kilauea Mauna Loa Hualalai This page created and maintained by Ken Rubin ©, krubin@soest.hawaii.edu Other credits for this web site. Last page update on 4 Apr 2005

Waikiki Beach Hotels --

Waikiki Beach Hotels -- family friendly  You are here: About > Travel > Travel with Kids > More Beach Vacations > Hawaii Resorts > Waikiki Beach Hotels -- family friendly Travel Travel with Kids Essentials Family Vacation Ideas Winter and Spring Break Beach Vacations Ten Latest Family Travel Deals All-inclusive and other Family Resorts Topics Family Travel: What's Hot Top Vacation Spots VT, ME, NH, CT, MA, NY, PA Mexico Vacations Caribbean Vacations More Beach Vacations Florida Family Vacations Resorts with Water Park More Family Resorts Fun Places for Kids Disney Vacations Family Cruises Babies;Teens;Single Parents Lots More Destinations Family Travel TIPS, GAMES Buyer's Guide Activity Kits Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Travel with Kids newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Travel with Kids click for more images Colorful room at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. Stay up to date! click for more images Colorful room at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. Email to a friend Print this page More Waikiki Beach: Waikiki Beach - introduction Waikiki Beach - photo tour Top 10 Things to do on Oahu Most Popular Family Vacation Spots The Atlantis Resort Family Vacation ideas byRegion Family Resorts Ten Family Travel Deals What's Hot Ice Hotel Deals -FDR and Pebbles Wisconsin Dells discounts Caribbean Islands Tower of London - photos Related Topics Florida for Visitors New England for Visitors Theme Parks Hotels / Resorts / Inns Parenting of K-6 Children Waikiki Beach Hotels From Teresa Plowright , Your Guide to Travel with Kids . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! If you've seen Lilo and Stitch , you know that "Ohana" (family) is big-time important in Hawaii. So it's not surprising that Waikiki Beach is a family-friendly zone. Below are several Waikiki Beach properties that welcome families. Generally kids up to age 18 stay free in parents' rooms. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower location: on Kalakaua Avenue, just across from the Kuhio area of Waikiki Beach. Aston has 33 properties in Hawaii. feature for families : spacious 1 and 2-bedroom suites; sheltered beach a few steps away; and... ASTONishing Kids promotion - Kids Stay, Play & Eat Free: kids 12 and under receive free activities, meals, and merchandise when accompanied by a paying adult. Free admission to attractions such as Atlantis Submarines and Honolulu Zoo; free meals at a variety of restaurants; free gift items. find out more : at the Aston Hotels and Resorts web site Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel location: on Kalakaua Avenue, a block east of the Aston Waikiki Beach Tower (above), and across the street from Waikiki Beach feature for families : rooms with two double beds --photo above; ASTONishing Kids program, see above; Breakfast on the Beach, a cool service, free for guests. Take your souvenir lunch pack to the pool deck, stuff it with breakfast goodies, eat on the patio or take a lounge chair to the beach. find out more : at the Aston Hotels and Resorts site Outrigger Hotels location: the Outrigger Reef is right on Waikiki Beach feature for families : catamaran outings depart from the shore; no need to cross a road to reach the beach; Aloha Friday events with crafts, hula kids program: activities in the lobby such as lei-making, at a minimal cost; Cowabunga Kids Club, ages 5 to 13 find out more : at the Outrigger site Note that Outrigger has a sister family of resorts called Ohana (which means family): both brands are family-friendly; the Ohana hotels have a lower price point and are not beach-side. Hilton Hawaiian Village l ocation: on Waikiki Beach feature for families : 22 tropical acres to explore, with waterfalls, birds; huge two-tiered pool; protected lagoon for swimming tots; on-site Bishop Museum at Kalia (Hawaiian culture and history) ; 5 pools; Friday night fireworks kids program find out more : at the Hilton Hawaiian Resorts site Pacific Beach Hotel location: on Kalakaua Avenue, across from Waikiki Beach feature for families : 280,000 gallon indoor oceanarium kids program- for ages 5-12 find out more : at About.com's Saltwater Aquarium site ; or the Pacific Beach Hotel site See 1Vacation.com for a list of Waikiki hotels that have kids programs. Continue to: Waikiki Beach - introduction Waikiki Beach - photo tours Top Ten Things to do in Oahu   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 Ice Hotel Deals -FDR and Pebbles Wisconsin Dells discounts Caribbean Islands Tower of London - photos

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CrimeStoppers Honolulu, Inc. Aloha! Thank you for helping the Honolulu Police Department and other law enforcement agencies apprehend wanted persons, recover stolen property, and get drugs off the streets. Your tips to CrimeStoppers have helped to solve thousands of felony cases, seize large stashes of illegal drugs, and recover millions in stolen property. LATEST NEWS Robbery Suspect CompUSA CrimeStoppers and the Honolulu Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a robbery suspect. On January 12, 2006, at about 6:40 p.m., the suspect went to the cashier as if he was going to purchase items. While the transaction was being conducted, the suspect displayed a black handgun in his waistband and demanded money. The suspect walked out of the store via the m... more->>> Suspect Information: Suspect 1 Facial Hair: Goatee and mustacheClothing: Black baseball cap, black jersey with the number "3" in the front and "Iverson" in silver lettering on the back, blue denim pantsWeapon: Black handgun CrimeStoppers will pay a cash reward of up to $1,000.00 for information that leads to the identification of suspects wanted for felony crimes, the arrest of wanted fugitives for felony or serious domestic violence warrants, the recovery of stolen items or illegal drugs. IMPORTANT NOTES Do not approach any suspect. All suspects and wanted fugitives should be considered armed and dangerous. All calls are confidential and anonymous. Persons who participate in the crime, or are victims of the crime are ineligible to receive CrimeStoppers rewards. Midweek Magazine Most Wanted October, 2005 DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this Web site has been compiled from a number of sources and is subject to change without notice. We have attempted to provide current and accurate information, but incorrect information may appear on the pages. Should you come across any misleading, inaccurate or otherwise inappropriate information, please bring it to our attention as soon as possible . HOME | NEWS | FUGITIVES | UNSOLVED | STUDENT CS | ANIMAL CS | SCAM WARNINGS | BANK ROBBERIES ABOUT US | CONTACT US | DONATE | DISCLAIMER ©2005 CrimeStoppers Honolulu, Inc., a not-for-profit organization. Web hosting provided by NetEnterprise Inc.

Hawaiian Food

Hawaiian Food and Entertainment - Best Of Hawaii - Hawaiian Islands Vacation Travel Food & Entertainment Oahu Maui Hawaii Kauai Molokai Libations & Recipes Let's Eat The Hawaiian Islands offer the full range fromAmerican fast food, to Asian, Hawaiian and Europeancuisines. Plus, in the last few years a wonderful"fusion" cooking has taken over the islands with theintroduction of Euro-Asian dishes served in our moreup-market restaurants. Dining options are quitevaried so we have tried to list just the "best' plusisland restaurant directories that help you find what you crave!Hey, playing at the beach all day makes us all hungry! Party on... Whether it's a hukilau or hip hop, once the sun goes down, it'stime to party. By your choice of island, you have set the tone of your trip.Waikiki is, of course, the busiest, but Lahaina, on Maui, is also famous for it'snightlife. The Big Island and Kauai are a bit quieter...(take a book).The following web sites take you to low-key local hangouts as well as some of the"hot" nightclubs of Honolulu. Please forgive us if the establishment is not "cooking"the night you go there. Always call first or ask a local where to go on a certain nightand remember: Monday nights are "dead" all over the world except sports bars duringfootball season! Start by selecting an island: Oahu | Maui | Hawaii | Kauai | Molokai top of page Home/General Info Packages Lodging Transportation Airfare Food & Entertainment Activities Shopping Culture Travel Store Travel Maps BOH Home Page Site Search Site Map Contact Us © 2001 Best of Hawaii

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