A Brief History of Zipline
Puerto Rico, Alaska, Costa Rica, Nepal, Hawaii—these places have more in common than stunning scenery and exotic postal codes: They’re recognized as possessing some of the most spectacular ziplines around the globe.
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June 2018
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June 2016
From da Land of Aloha
Hawaii Tourism Authority helps expand sustainable kine certification From da Land of Aloha - So da Hawai’i tourism guys (HTA) wen said today dat deh crankin out one 50 grand contract to da ecotourism guys (HEA) fo expand da kine sustainable aina no more rubbish kine certification. Da sustainable la dat program is going all [...]
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May 2016
26 Best Helicopter Tours in the World
Prepare to see the best sights across the globe!If there’s one unshakable fact about our planet, it’s the stunning array of natural beauty it offers. From the knife-sharp ridges of Kauai's Na Pali Coast to the dense evergreens in the Pacific Northwest, there’s no denying that we live in a world of positively hypnotizing wonder. To feel [...]
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June 2015
5 Reasons to Take Flight in Hawaii
Hawaii has so many stunning sights, and it can be hard to see them all in one vacation! If you want to fit it all into your tropical vacation, you may need to defy gravity! […]
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August 2013
10 Tips for Selling your Hawaii Home
Here are our Top Ten Tips for selling your Home in Hawaii (in no particular order of importance.) Make a memorable, inviting the first impression The entrance to your home is a crucial part of the sale. If you have a rusted bike next to the door with a half-dead plant, it matters how nice it is inside. Put extra time into dressing up the front door and foyer of the house, but don’t over clutter it. Fresh flowers, vibrant plants, and attractive furniture will help make a great first impression. […]
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February 2013
Keeping Taro Sacred
Keeping Taro Sacred And Sovereign: Right Or Risky? by Naia Kelly The situation has become a long, drawn out, often times bitter fight. Years have passed and the argument between Monsanto’s researchers, their allies within the University of Hawaii’s scientific community and several Hawaiian cultural groups, and individuals, in the Hawaiian islands over the proposed genetic modification of the sacred taro plant of Hawai’i is still undecided. […]
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February 2011
Pepper Live At House Party
Pepper 10 Years Ago We thought, considering Pepper’s recent success with their Volcanic Rock Tour, we’d revisit the past with some photos we took when the boys played at our little rat-hole pad at the beach on 42nd Street in Newport Beach, CA. We think the show was in 1999, but that has yet to be confirmed (college dates and times are always a little blurry.) They played an incredible show to the delight of us poor surf bums and the neighborhood rejoiced. Our cancerous, toxic little pad on the corner of 42nd was barely big enough to fit the band (let alone any audience.) We moved all of our furniture into the garage and a select few of us packed into the kitchen to watch the show. The rest of us squeezed on the patio outside to listen. […]
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February 2011
Maui Car Rentals
When our friends come to Maui, we often get the question, “where is the best spot online to get a good price and quality cars for rent in Maui?” We recommend going through Aloha Rents. You can find competitive rates along with many options for makes and models. Their service was created to simplify the rental process while saving you money. Let them help you secure your discount rental car for the Hawaiian Islands. Call 1-800-440-7029 […]
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February 2011
Maui Personal Injury Lawyer
If you live on Maui or are just visiting, and you have an accident (auto, aircraft, boating, jet ski, etc...), make sure you're protected. Jan K. Apo is a well-respected Hawaii Attorney at Law who specializes in personal injury. With 30 years in law, Jan is an experienced personal injury lawyer on Maui. Maui Visitors [...]
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August 2010
Maui Tsunami Warning System
"The Tsunami sirens are blaring! What do we do?" If you hear the Tsunami sirens going off, make sure to check the time and date. Every month, Hawaii Tsunami sirens are tested at 11:45am on the first weekday of the month for around 1 minute. They do this to test them and make sure they're [...]
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February 2010
Gov. Lingle & Furlough Fridays
NEW UPDATE: OCTOBER 4th, 2010 Furlough Fridays have been cut down to less days and are now called "Non-Instructional Days". This should make our uneducated masses happy. Though Governor Linda Lingle never expressly mentioned "Furlough Fridays" in her speech on Friday, she did address the issue of education. Lingle made it clear that she understands [...]
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January 2010
Discount Hawaii Car Rentals
Unless you don't plan on leaving your resort in Maui, or any island in Hawaii, renting a car is crucial. Having traveled inter-island again and again, we've grown accustomed to renting cars from all kinds of companies. After much research, Discount Hawaii Car Rentals comes up over and over as having great rates and a [...]
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July 2009
Island Air Worst Airline Ever?
We've traveled on Island Air many times, which is our fault. They often have the lower prices, and that's what sucks us in. Never again will any of us fly between any Hawaiian Islands with Island Air. HISTORY In the past, we've flown with Island Air and incurred long delays lasting up to 6 hours! [...]
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June 2008
Chances of Being Attacked by a Shark in Hawaii
Your chances are near to none. You're more likely to win the lottery than be attacked by a shark. The following statistics come from over 125 years of reports. Over this long period of time, there have only been 15 unprovoked shark attacks resulting in fatalities in the Hawaiian Islands. 113 attacks total occurred in [...]
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April 2008
ATA and Aloha Airlines Bankrupt
After 60 years of travel to and from Hawaii, Aloha Airlines has closed it's doors. ATA Airlines followed suit shortly afterwards causing enormous travel issues for customers. Those who payed with cash or a check have been left high and dry with no refund for unused tickets as well as many stranded from home. Neither [...]
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February 2008
Island Fever Tips
Learn about Island Fever, a common phenomenon in Hawaii and other islands. Discover who is most affected, why it happens, and effective strategies to prevent it.
