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Kona Lea Plantation Kona Coffee Hawaiian Gifts Kona Coffee-Kona Lea Plantation From the tree to the roast--we do it all and ensure quality in every step of the process Considered "one of the best Kona coffees" by the authors of Hawaii: The Big Island No Pesticides*No Herbicides All Natural Fresh Roasted Kona Coffee by Mail Our 100% Pure Kona Coffee is naturally grown and processed, then meticulously roasted and packaged while still warm from the roaster in protective foil bags that maintain peak freshness. We keep no inventory but rather roast to order so that coffee arrives within just days of being roasted. Order in Medium or Dark roast with a variety of sizes to choose from. Peaberry bean is available as well as Decaffeinated pure Kona coffee. All our prices include shipping. Order Kona Coffee Securely Here Custom Kona Coffee Service Save $3.00 per pound by signing up for our scheduled delivery service. Minimum 2lb per shipment at $29.00 per pound. Shipments can be every 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks. Your credit card will be charged on the day of each shipment. Cancellation requires 2 weeks notice. More Information Here Gift Boxes - There's no better way to send your Aloha! Each assortment is beautifully displayed in an elegant gift box with a card for your message. Big Island Delight $45 --- 12 oz of pure Kona Coffee of your choice, 6 oz fresh roasted Macadamia Nuts, 8 oz Hawaiian Chili Pepper Jelly. Order Big Island Delight Securely The Coffee Lover $54 --- 16 oz of pure Kona Coffee of your choice, Aloha Coffee Cup, 4 Spiced Coffee Scented Hawaiian Coasters. Order Coffee Lover Securely The Big Kahuna $70 --- 16 oz of pure Kona Coffee of your choice, 8 oz fresh roasted Macadamia Nuts, 8 oz Hawaiian Chili Pepper Jelly, an Aloha Coffee Cup and 4 Spiced Coffee Scented Hawaiian Coasters. Order Big Kahuna Securely

Air Hawaiian

Paragon Airlines -Hawaii, Inter Island Flights, Air Charters and Tours Between The Hawaiian Islands. Paragon Air is Family owned and operated since 1981. Our attention is to detail and that of the safety of our pilots and passengers. All our pilots are all Airline Transport rated, with thousands of flight hours. Our highest time pilot has over 21,000 flight hours that spans the globe. Maintenance is one of our highest priorities. Our 24 hour maintenance facility keeps our birds in top shape, affording us to conduct flights on a daily basis. PARAGON AIRLINES Serving Hawaii since 1981 with a perfect flying safety record THE WORLD FAMOUS "FATHER DAMIEN KALAUPAPA, MOLOKAI GROUND TOUR" The story of Kalaupapa is told Here! Kalaupapa town ( above middle ) INSTANTLY BOOK your INTER ISLAND FLIGHT or TOURS! RIGHT HERE ONLINE! in 4 VERY Easy steps! and SAVE $$$ INTER ISLAND HAWAII FLIGHTS BOOK ONLINE FOR OUR LOWEST PRICES! 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Outbound-Depart * Kahului, Maui Hana, Maui Kapalua, Maui Honolulu, Oahu Lihue, Kauai Lanai City, Lanai Molokai, Molokai Kalaupapa, Molokai Kona, Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii Kamuela, Hawaii Mainland USA To Kahului, Maui Hana, Maui Kapalua, Maui Honolulu, Oahu Lihue, Kauai Lanai City, Lanai Molokai, Molokai Kalaupapa, Molokai Kona, Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii Kamuela, Hawaii Mainland USA Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 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 2005 2007 2006 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 AM PM Returning on * Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 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 2005 2006 2007 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 AM PM Number of Passengers 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Children under 2/Infants 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Round Trip One Way Please indicate If you are traveling one-way. For Air & Ground Tour Availability click here >>> Tours Kalaupapa, Father Damien-Molokai, The Active Volcano !! Paragon Air is an unscheduled on-demand air carrier. Flights are subject to prior bookings and availability. PRIVATE CHARTER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE TO ANY AIRPORT IN HAWAII 24/7 ONLINE BOOKINGS WANT TO TOUR? MOLOKAI! KALAUPAPA ! THE ACTIVE VOLCANO ! OR JUST FLY INTER ISLAND ! WE ARE HERE FOR YOU! No waiting, No lines, just walk on to the aircraft. Low level scenic routes of the most beautiful coastlines in the world! . An AWARD winning 60 minute video of Kalaupapa, Molokai and Father Damien. Click on the pictures to read more about this informative video. One of our aircraft (6 passengers) in Kalaupapa, Molokai. Kalaupapa Town- Sea cliffs Kalaupapa from the Air A Member of A3H Activities and Attractions of Hawaii and a Member of the Hawaii visitor and convention Bureau. Click Logos for info. Paragon. Greek for "A model of Excellence". "Because flying should be fun!" (808) 244 3356 (Outer islands/US mainland) Email 12 /15/05 LINKS Molokai, Kalaupapa Lighthouse Father Damiem Hit Counter Kalaupapa-Blessed Damien This place is where once three thousand called home until a cure was found for leprosy (Hansen Disease in the 1940's). Kalaupapa is on the north shore of Moloka'i, 2000 feet Sea cliffs that stretch to almost 4,000 feet, the kept the Kalaupapa residents from escaping this cruel and barren place. Then Father Damien arrived in Kalaupapa, Moloka'i from The Big Island of Hawaii, where he helped the people of Kalaupapa, get the respect they deserved. Kalaupapa grew to support the patients was formed by a central crater now full of water and its bottom is known to be a least 800 feet. While this area is generally referred to as Kalaupapa, it is in fact, Makanalua Peninsula which is divided into three districts: The Kalawao district on the eastern edge; Kalaupapa and the settlement of Kalaupapa to the west; with Makanalua in the center. Kalaupapa's reputation as a leprosy colony is well-known throughout the world. Hansen's disease, the proper term for leprosy, is believed to have originated in China and spread to Hawaii. The first documented case of leprosy in Hawaii occurred in 1848. Its rapid spread and unknown cure precipitated the urgent need for complete and total isolation. Surrounded on three sides by the Pacific ocean and cut off from the rest of Moloka'i by 1700-foot fortress like sea cliffs. The area was void of all amenities. No buildings, shelters nor potable water were available. The first arrivals dwelled in rock enclosures, caves, and in the most rudimentary shacks built of sticks and dried leaves. In 1873, when Father Damien entered the settlement of Molokai at age 33, he made a decision to set aside his fear of contagion. He embraced the lepers, cleaned and bandaged their wounds, and the Hawaiians knew his concern and love for them was unprecedented. Father Damien was the only one to bring the leprosy patients the succor they so greatly needed. He not only administered the consolations of religion, but also rendered them with as much medical and bodily comforts that were within his power. He dressed their ulcers, helped them erect their dwellings, dug their graves, and made their coffins. In December 1884, Father Damien noticed severe blisters on his feet without the presence of pain. After twelve years of service (1885), he discovered that he had symptoms of the disease. Nevertheless, he continued with his work. As death approached, the disease invaded his windpipe and progressed to such an extent that he could only sleep but for a few hours. His voice was reduced to a whisper. Leprosy was in his throat, lungs, stomach, and intestines. As the end drew near, he made his confessions to his own Congregation on March 30, 1889 and two weeks later, on April 15,1889, Father Damien died. It was Holy Week. Some weeks before, D,mien had said that the Lord wanted him to spend Easter in heaven. With the advent of sulfone drugs in the 1940s, the disease was put in remission and the sufferers are no longer so called contagious (we have since found out that Leprosy was never contagious). The fewer than 40 former patients remaining on the peninsula are free to travel or relocate elsewhere, but most have chosen to remain where they have lived for so long.

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Hawaii Resort and Spa

Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa - Wailea //-- 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 Maui Travel Guide Maui Attractions Maui Restaurants Maui Shopping Maui Nightlife Maui Articles Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa An elegant 15-acre resort nestled on the grassy hillside overlooking Wailea, with spectacular panoramic ocean views. FREE Car w/ Booking! 1 Bedroom Partial Ocean View - $299/night INCLUDES a FREE Car Daily! Valid for travel now thru 3/31/06 excluding 2/18, 19. Star Rating User Rating Escape to the tropical splendor of the Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa As Hawaiis uniquely Japanese-themed all suite resort, Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa is among the most unique hotel in the state and yet it is surprisingly affordable. Perched 300 feet above the beautiful Wailea coastline, nearly all of Diamond Hawaii Resort's 72 luxury suites offer inspiring views of Kaho'olawe, Lana'i and Molokini islet . At the same time, the resort is far enough away from the daily hustle and bustle of central Wailea to give her guests a sense of ultimate privacy and peace. Once a private retreat for affluent Japanese visitors, today Diamond Hawaii Resort specializes in presenting an authentic Japanese experience for its guests. From dining in their fine restaurants, to relaxing in the traditional Japanese spa baths, and walking among the richly landscaped gardens, waterfalls, and pools filled with Koi, you will find Diamond Resort a relaxing haven in which to unwind.Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa is a place where the best of the East meets the best of the West. Diamond Hawaii Resort is home to three exceptional restaurants as well as an open air spa. The Diamond Spa puts the Ahhh in the word spa. Few cultures have elevated bathing to such heights and the Japanese believe that furo or spa bathing restores the spirit as well as the body. Complimentary use of the spa is included with your room. After bathing, enjoy one of the many types of massages or facials. There are five championship 18-hole golf courses and 11 tennis courts next door too. Location An elegant 15-acre resort nestled on the grassy hillside overlooking Wailea, with spectacular panoramic ocean views. Address 555 Kaukahi Street, Wailea HI 96753 Toll Free Bookings (888) 782-9722 (866) 276-8861 ( en espanol ) Quick Links Photo Gallery Specials Rooms & Rates User Reviews Maps & Directions Nearby Attractions Amenities • Air Conditioning • Refrigerator • Ironing Board • Hair Dryer • Kitchenette • Private Bath • Ocean View • 25 inch T.V • Cable • Coffee Maker • Data Port • In-room Safe • Radio • Private Sleeping Area • Video Cassette Player • Lanai • Phone with Voicemail • Jacuzzi/Hot Tub • Free Parking • Business Center • Elevator • Room Service • Exercise Facility • Lounge/Bar • Outdoor Pool • Spa • Sauna • Restaurant • Valet Parking • Multilingual Staff • Tennis Courts • Massage therapist • On Site Check In • Sundry Shop • Guest Activity Desk • Dry Cleaning Service • Wake-up Service Details • # of Floors: 2 • # of Rooms: 72 • Built in 1990 • Renovated in 2000 • 03:00 PM Check In • 12:00 PM Check Out BookIt.com Photo Gallery of Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa Prev Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa Next Click on thumbnails to enlarge. Back to top BookIt.com Specials at Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa FREE Car w/ Booking! 1 Bedroom Partial Ocean View - $299/night INCLUDES a FREE Car Daily! Valid for travel now thru 3/31/06 excluding 2/18, 19. Best Buy! Expires March 31, 2006; applicable to Bookit.com rates only. $35 maximum per day car value-in the unlikely event that cars are not available, we will offer round trip transfers to and from the airport/hotel and a credit for any unused value toward optional tours. Back to top BookIt.com Rooms & Rates at Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa 1 Bedroom Ocean View 1 king or 2 doubles 1 Bedroom Garden View 1 king or 2 doubles 1 Bedroom Partial Ocean View 1 king or 2 doublesIf applicable, Car Included Packages: $35 maximum per day car value-in the unlikely event that cars are not available, we will offer round trip transfers to and from the airport/hotel and a credit for any unused value toward optional tours. Back to top Attractions Near Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa Kahului 18 Miles Lahaina 25 Miles Distances shown above are provided by the property for comparison purposes only. Back to top Recent User Reviews of Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa Overall Guest Ratings: Overall Experience: Quality: Value: Cleanliness: Staff Efficiency: Staff Friendliness: Will Return: Yes 100% No 0% Scores are based on a 1 to 5 rating system,with 5 representing an excellent experience. Write a Review User Review by: Martha jube from Cassleberry, FL Overall Experience: Would Return: Yes Posted: Thu, Jul 22, 2004 Overall Experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Quality: 1 2 3 4 5 Value: 1 2 3 4 5 Cleanliness: 1 2 3 4 5 Staff Efficiency: 1 2 3 4 5 Staff Friendliness: 1 2 3 4 5 Will Return: Yes No Your Name: City: State: Email: Comments: Back to top BookIt.com Maps & Driving Directions to Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa [Content for browsers that don't support iframes goes here] From Kahului Airport Left on Hwy 380, bear right onto Hwy. 31, go approx. 10 mi., turn left at the traffic light at Hwy. 31, follow for about 12 mins., follow the map on this site to the Diamond Resort. Back to top More BookIt.com Maui, Hawaii Hotels Aston Maui Lu Resort Diamond Hawaii Resort and Spa Maui One Bedroom Full Kitchen Condo - Secret Saver... 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Molokai. Here we call

Molokai - A guide to the most hawaiian island - Photo Tour 5 Kamakou & the Backside Geologists tell us that, at one time, there was a much gentler slope to the terrain on the north shore of Molokai. Here we call it "The Backside." The precipitous cliffs evident today resulted from a landslide of enormous proportions. Evidently the continuously pounding surf on this shore, over a gazillion years, undercut the land until one day, Splash! Huge pieces of the island fell off into the Pacific, leaving behind the world's highest sea cliffs which have been beautifully sculpted over the millennia by rain, wind and waves. At the highest point, the pali (cliffs in Hawaiian) is 2,600' (793m) from top to sea level. The photo above shows a small part of the pali looking west toward Kalawao on the Makanalua peninsula. Notice the triangle shaped moku (island) at the right center. That same moku is at the left center of this photo looking east from Kalawao on the peninsula. Historians claim that, in ancient times, most of the valleys along the north shore were well populated. Today, however, only a few accept the challenges and difficulties inherent in making this part of Molokai their year-round home. Outside supplies can only be brought in by boat, during the summer, when the ocean is calm or on foot over the mountain from the south side of the island. Near the top of the eastern Molokai mountain, is the 2,774 acre (1123ha) Kamakou Preserve. Here you will find more than 250 species of Hawaiian plants, at least 219 of which can be found nowhere else in the world, plus a variety of extremely rare Hawaiian birds. From the preserve, the grandeur of the north shore valleys can be appreciated as they stretch toward to the Pacific. In 1982, Molokai Ranch granted a conservation easement to The Nature Conservancy to restore the area and protect it. Access to Kamakou Preserve is available through monthly, guided hikes. Advance reservations with The Nature Conservancy office on Moloka`i are required. While the boardwalks of Atlantic City or Santa Cruz may be wider and more famous, the Kamakou boardwalk is certainly unique. It snakes through the rain forest and offers fortunate hikers a glimpse of Mother Nature's handiwork that can only be found on Molokai. Every trip to the back side offers a new look at this spectacular area. While the pali and mountain are the same, time of day, season, surf and weather conditions combine to create new panoramas. As if it were a different island, here, sea spray and early morning light create a breathtaking, almost surreal vista. Photo Tour 6 - - - - Home | Photo Tour | Maps | Kalaupapa | FAQ | History | Activities Events | Molokai Ranch | Climate | Feedback Visitor Center