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Hawaii Volcano Observatory is

*** VOLCANO! *** VOLCANO! Land of fire and home of Pele! HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK The premier Big Island attraction is 30 miles from Hilo and attracts over two million visitors each year. At the main visitor center, an outstanding film begins every hour on the hour introducing you to volcanology. The Jaggar Museum at Hawaii Volcano Observatory is perched above the rim of Halemaumau Crater with outstanding educational exhibits and displays. Besides earth sciences and volcanology, the park is also the center of Hawaiian cultural preservation and values. Unlike other volcanoes, Hawaiian eruptions are not generally explosive and are relatively safe if you obey the rangers. The current eruption phase has began with dramatic fountaining on January 3, 1983 and has been steadily pumping molten lava into a well developed tube system that speeds the fluid magma to the sea to build new land. It's cut Chain of Craters Road but you'll be able to get near the new flow, explore the old Hawaiian village sites, the petroglyph trails, and see the aesthetic beauty of fresh lava. The park is filled with things to learn, panoramic scenery, details of nature, and places to explore. Hike across a frozen lava crater floor with steam still rising. Explore a "kipuka" island of old forest surrounded with barren newer lava. Walk through a lava tube or see "lava trees" or tree molds. There's so much to see and do and only some of it is covered in the following two links! HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK WEBSITE KILAUEA UPDATE - HAWAII VOLCANO OBSERVATORY VOLCANO VILLAGE Just outside the park, the village is steadily and quietly becoming a major destination with a lot of the flavor of California's Marin County or Carmel-Monterey. At a cool elevation, it was a favorite area for the wealthiest families from throughout Hawaii to have vacation homes. From ancient times, Volcano has been a sacred place where Pele and nature rules. It's the very special Big Island place that cannot be discovered by the day-trippers or cruise boat passengers on the tour buses. Those who know or seek to discover make Volcano Village their basecamp. Some beautiful older vacation estates have been converted into wonderful, comfortable, and personalized small scale accommodations. The inventory keeps growing to serve all segments of interests and budgets. Modern elegant retreats or historical comfortable homes featuring full breakfast table discussions of places to see or things to do. Luxurious secluded vacation homes or larger facilities are ideal for elegant corporate retreats and meetings. Cozy modest cottages ideal for newlyweds are tucked into the rainforest surrounded by the scent and sounds of pristine nature. Here hot tubs and fireplaces create a magical romantic mood. Tall straight Sugi (Cryptomeria japonica) trees line the old Volcano Road that passes through the village. Monterey Cypresses blend with azaleas in gardens more associated with temperate climates than the tropics. SPECIAL PLACES IN THE VOLCANO AREA VOLCANO WINERY. A winery in Hawaii? Of course! Where else would you find exotic tropical fruit blends like Passion Chablis or Volcano Red? Or Tropical Hawaiian Honey Wines! Or Symphony Grape Wines! Open every day from 10AM to 5:30PM with a tasting room. Contact: General manager Scott Bothof PO Box 843, (35 Pii Mauna Drive), Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7772 or 967-7479; FAX (808) 967-7679 E-mail: volcanowin@aol.com URL: www.volcanowinery.com VOLCANO HOUSE. Since the mid-1800's, this venerable institution has been sitting on the edge of Kilauea caldera. By 1877, there were improvements and the building that now houses the Volcano Art Center was built. A new and larger hotel was built in the 1890s and George Lycurgus and his nephew arrived in 1894 to manage it. He acquired it in 1932 and became its gracious host. In 1940 the hotel burned but was rebuilt as it stands today. VOLCANO ART CENTER. Inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, next to the main Visitor Center, and in the original Volcano House, you'll find the best juried selection of the finest art of Hawaii with the creations of over 300 Hawaiian artists ranging from furniture to jewelry. Volcano Art Center is a non-profit, tax-exempt, educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawaii's people and environment. They present programs, classes, workshops, lectures and performances and more! Enjoy the staff and enter into Hawaii's fine art community! For more information, contact Kate Whitcomb, manager; phone (808) 967-7511 or e-mail: gallery6@gte.net or visit: www.bishopmuseum.org/vac/vacgall.html ACCOMMODATIONS IN THE VOLCANO AREA There are a huge number of eco-tourism activities available in the Volcano area. Current information and rates are available from accommodation staffs. The following companies are members of Fuku-Bonsai's Promotional Partner Program and are committed to preserving and sharing high value Big Island activities: CARSON'S VOLCANO COTTAGES Romantic story book private rainforest cottages or family cottages sharing a grassy lawn, or guest rooms with private baths and entrances; minutes from Volcano National Park. Hot tubs, fireplaces and full deluxe breakfast. Brenda Carson, PO Box 503, Volcano, HI 96785 Phone (808) 967-7683, Toll-free 1-800-845-LAVA, FAX (808) 967-8094 E-mail: carsons@aloha.net URL: www.carsonscottage.com KILAUEA LODGE A COUNTRY INN & RESTAURANT in Volcano Village amidst giant tree ferns and majestic Sugi pines. Dinners reflect a European heritage and served alongside the historic Fireplace o Friendship of the former YMCA camp. Today, Hawaiian hospitality reigns as a dedicated staff cares for guests with kamaaina graciousness. Rooms are filled with original artworks, fresh flowers, heated towel warmers with most rooms having the added warmth and romance of a fireplace. Lorna & Albert Jeyte, PO Box 116, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785. Phone (808) 967-7366; FAX: (808) 967-7367; E-mail: stay@kilauealodge.com URL: www.kilauealodge.com MY ISLAND BREAD & BREAKFAST INN Gracious hospitality by a pioneer of Hawaiian bed and breakfasts! In Volcano Village in a 7-acre botanical estate, a historic farmhouse is the main complex with rooms, separate garden units, studio and guest house with prices to accommodate most anyone with a more-than-you-can-eat breakfast. Gordon, Joann and Kii Morse PO Box 100, Volcano Village, HI 96785, Phone (808) 967-7216, Fax (808) 967-7719 E-mail: myisland@ilhawaii.net URL: www.myislandinnhawaii.com CHALET KILAUEA COLLECTION In 1989, Lisha & Brian Crawford firmly set down their roots in the Volcano community and began their first bed and breakfast. It became a unique boutique inn now known as the Inn at Volcano (left top photo) and the headquarters and reservation center for a full range of accomodations in the Volcano area which collectively are known as the "Chalet Kilauea Collection." CHALET KILAUEA CENTRAL RESERVATIONS (at the Inn at Volcano) Box 998 Wright Road, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7786; Toll-free: 1-800-937-7786; FAX (808) 967-8660 E-mail: reservations@volcano-hawaii.com URL: www.volcano-hawaii.com <<< INN AT VOLCANO : A Hawaiian haven offering amenities and the kind of hospitality found only in the most exclusive resorts ($139-$399) CASTLE SUITES AT MAUNA LOA : Grace and elegance in a modern Victorian Mansion in landscaped gardens with gourmet breakfasts. ($149-$249) VOLCANO VACATION HOMES : For families and large parties, here's a selection of five one, two and three bedroom cottages and vacation homes with the highest level of comfort available in Volcano Village! ($139-$379) LOKAHI LODGE : (lower photo) Blending modern convenience with country charm ($129-$149) THE LODGE AT VOLCANO : On 30 acres of lush fern forest, this serene seven bedroom ranch-style lodge is just 5 miles from the park ($89-$129) VOLCANO BED & BREAKFAST : A peaceful country home in lush and cool Volcano Village. ($49-$69) VOLCANO HIDEAWAYS Cheery accommodations for the traveler! In the heart of Volcano Village tucked in a native rainforest. The hosts live just across the lane and invites guests to drop in for an insider's knowledge of the area. Also, The Maid's Quarters, etc. Todd Marohnic and family; PO Box 611, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 985-8959; E-mail: todd@volcanovillage.net URL: www.volcanovillage.net . VOLCANO RAINFOREST RETREAT Wander the magical paths . . . heal and deepen your life . . . discover and explore! Three private hand-crafted guest cottages secluded in a native Hawaiian rainforest, 3,800 feet above he sea adjacent to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Groups, families, couples or singles welcomed! Kathleen and Peter Golden. PO Box 957, Volcano, Hawaii 96785; Phone (808) 985-8696; Toll free: 1-800-550-8696; E-mail: volrain@bigisland.net URL: www.volcanoretreat.com THE GUEST HOUSE AT VOLCANO Affordable ecotourism and nice, too! Three separate housekeeping cottages with full kitchens/baths (totaling 4 units) sleeps 2 to 6 people each. Kid friendly and wheelchair accessible with TV and telephone. Great for families! Two night minimum. Bonnie Goodell, 11-3733 Ala Ohia; PO Box 6, Volcano, Hawaii 96785-0006 Phone (808) 967-775; FAX (808) 985-7505 E-mail: cmaplan@interpac.net URL: www.volcanoguesthouse.com HALE OHIA COTTAGES Retreat, Relax, and Relive Hawaii with the serenity and magic of a historic estate on several landscaped acres. The Master Suite at the main residence, four unique cottages, and several suites! Check out Cottage #44 and sleep in a water tank! Michael Tully, PO Box 758, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7986; Toll-free: 1-800-455-3803; FAX (808) 967-8610 E-mail: haleohia@bigisland.com URL: www.haleohia.com VOLCANO COUNTRY COTTAGES Ohelo Berry Cottage and the Artist's House are nestled among tall, sheltering tsugi tree in a lush secluded setting. In the heart of Volcano Village as close to the entrance of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as one can get. Kathleen Porter, PO Box 545, Volcano, Hawaii 96785, Toll-free: 1-800-967-7960; Phone (808) 967-7960; FAX (808) 967-7960 E-mail: aloha@volcanocottages.com URL: www.volcanocottages.com VOLCANO INN A spacious inn with exquitely appointed rooms and/or fully equiped cottages offering true Aloha hospitality! Come and enjoy and experience of a lifetime! Private entrances and baths, fireplaces, gourmet breakfasts, and boxed lunches or dinners on 24 hour notice. Joan & Eric Lightner 19-3820 Old Volcano Hwy., PO Box 490, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7293; Toll-free 1-800-997-2292; FAX (808) 985-7349 E-mail: volcano@volcanoinn.com URL: www.volcanoinn.com HALE KILAUEA & LAVA LODGE Streses slip away in paradise! Surrounded by towering pines and ohia trees in Volcano Village, just minutes away from Volcano National Park and Volcano Golf & Country Club. All rooms with private baths and a continental breakfast. Maurice Thomas, PO Box 28, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone (808) 967-7969; Toll-free: 1-800-733-3839; FAX (808) 985-7008 E-mail: value@aloha.net URL: www.hawaii-volcano.net JOURNEY JUNCTION BED & BREAKFAST Bedrooms of a 1927 plantation manager's vacation home are available with shared kitchen living room-bath, 52" TV, computer, Jacuzi and a great view! The hosts live in a nearby unit to be available at any time. (next to post office). Robert & Susan Hughes, BO Box 91, Volcano, Hawaii 96785 Phone/FAX: (808) 967-7289, Toll-free: 1-888-967-7286 E-mail: junction@aloha.net URL: www.bbvolcano.com *** Continue to next Big Island section *** Return to Big Island index page *** Return to Fuku-Bonsai home page Fuku-Bonsai Inc. Phone (808) 982-9880

Hawaii Volcanoes Photo Gallery

Hawaii Volcano Photo Gallery Pu`u `O`o - Kupaianaha Eruption of Kilauea Steam Explosions as Lava Flows into the Sea 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 - February 3, 1988 Photograph by N. Banks, USGS photo and caption credit U.S. Department of Interior, U.S. Geological Survey Steamexplosions (also called littoral explosions, because they occur at theshoreline, or littoral zone) result when lava meets the sea. In the photographabove, the explosion sprays fragments of lava into the air. The smaller piecesare carried by currents and deposited in bays to form black sand beaches. priorphoto next photo Return to Hawaii Volcanoes Photo Gallery Index Return to Hawaii Photo Gallery Index Return to Hawaii for Visitors Home Page 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...

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Hawaiian Barbecue

Comments on: L&L Hawaiian Barbecue http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/ foodblogging los angeles Wed, 25 Jan 2006 16:00:21 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=1.5 by: G. Matsuda http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4465 Mon, 28 Nov 2005 17:23:48 -0800 http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4465 Yeah, L&L's are popping up all over the place now. From what I've seen, each one has a slightly different menu. The other thing is...you can get much better "local" food (that's how people from Hawaii refer to their local cuisine) at places like Shaka's on Garfield near I-10 in Monterey Park, Aloha Kitchen on Atlantic Bl. in Monterey Park, The Loft in Gardena, Kings Hawaiian (both the restaurant on Sepulveda and the take-out place on Western).IMHO, Ono Hawaiian Barbeque is horrible. Their kalua pork is way too salty and has no smoke flavor at all. All the other dishes I've tried there are definitely sub-par as well.Shaka's is the one I go to the most. They even bring in their lau-lau daily from Hawaii. And they authentic Hawaiian Shave (not shaved) ice...with Azuki beans, too (the whole beans not the sweet red bean paste [kintoki} that they used to have). Yeah, L&L’s are popping up all over the place now. From what I’ve seen, each one has a slightly different menu. The other thing is…you can get much better “local” food (that’s how people from Hawaii refer to their local cuisine) at places like Shaka’s on Garfield near I-10 in Monterey Park, Aloha Kitchen on Atlantic Bl. in Monterey Park, The Loft in Gardena, Kings Hawaiian (both the restaurant on Sepulveda and the take-out place on Western). IMHO, Ono Hawaiian Barbeque is horrible. Their kalua pork is way too salty and has no smoke flavor at all. All the other dishes I’ve tried there are definitely sub-par as well. Shaka’s is the one I go to the most. They even bring in their lau-lau daily from Hawaii. And they authentic Hawaiian Shave (not shaved) ice…with Azuki beans, too (the whole beans not the sweet red bean paste [kintoki} that they used to have). ]] by: Jonah http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4466 Mon, 28 Nov 2005 17:27:06 -0800 http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4466 I have heard that the Loft is the place to go, I'll have to shoot over there and give it a try. I have heard pretty mixed things about King's though.<a href="http://ratearestaurant.blogspot.com/2003/11/rate-restaurant-28-in-series.html" rel="nofollow">Here's a mixed review from Rate A Restaurant</a> I have heard that the Loft is the place to go, I’ll have to shoot over there and give it a try. I have heard pretty mixed things about King’s though. Here’s a mixed review from Rate A Restaurant ]] by: G. Matsuda http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4467 Mon, 28 Nov 2005 20:26:47 -0800 http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4467 Kings isn't the best, but it's definitely better than Ono Hawaiian Barbeque, and some of the L&L outlets. Kings isn’t the best, but it’s definitely better than Ono Hawaiian Barbeque, and some of the L&L outlets. ]] by: Kristy http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4468 Mon, 28 Nov 2005 22:02:06 -0800 http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4468 I like L&L's chicken teri plate. King's is good for desserts... chocolate dobash and hawaiian paradise cakes. Haven't been to Bruddah's in a long time, but used to go there for some good kalua pork and lau lau. I wonder if it's still good.... heard it's gone down hill over the past few years. I like L&L’s chicken teri plate. King’s is good for desserts… chocolate dobash and hawaiian paradise cakes. Haven’t been to Bruddah’s in a long time, but used to go there for some good kalua pork and lau lau. I wonder if it’s still good…. heard it’s gone down hill over the past few years. ]] by: Dylan http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4472 Tue, 29 Nov 2005 01:48:48 -0800 http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4472 Jonah, i think the reason why these meals were made so big in hawaii was b/c of the working class. When the Chinese, Japanese, Koreans and Hawaiians worked on the sugar plantations, they'd congregate at night markets and trade their own food. Koreans introduced kalbi ribs. Japanese brought chicken katsu. etc. They'd bring their food for lunch, and save the rest for dinner. Jonah, i think the reason why these meals were made so big in hawaii was b/c of the working class. When the Chinese, Japanese, Koreans and Hawaiians worked on the sugar plantations, they’d congregate at night markets and trade their own food. Koreans introduced kalbi ribs. Japanese brought chicken katsu. etc. They’d bring their food for lunch, and save the rest for dinner. ]] by: G.Matsuda http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4474 Tue, 29 Nov 2005 12:32:45 -0800 http://la.foodblogging.com/2005/11/28/ll-hawaiian-barbecue/#comment-4474 There's no question about the effect of the plantation economy had on how the workers prepared their food/ate. It happened in the sugar cane and pineapple industries in Hawaii. There’s no question about the effect of the plantation economy had on how the workers prepared their food/ate. It happened in the sugar cane and pineapple industries in Hawaii. ]]