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Hawaii

Travel destination reviews that highlight “The Best of”, invariably refer to the Hawaiian Islands as the best place for sun, sand and natural attractions - the place to head for a fun holiday.  This is the location of some of the finest beaches in the United States, each unique in its dimensions, shapes and hues. These sandy stretches are fronted by crystal waters teeming with tropical fish darting through forests of coral. Some of the world's best surfing and watersport opportunities are offered here and for those intent on premium sightseeing it is hard to beat the thrill of watching lava flow from the world's longest erupting volcano.

Visitors who relish exploring different cultures and ancient civilisations will find the best of Polynesian relics in which to indulge their passions, as they soak up some of the 'Mana' (spiritual power) with which the islands were imbued by the legendary gods and goddesses.  Hawaii's nightlife is centred on traditional festivals which visitors are encouraged to experience as they don 'leis' (necklaces of flowers) and dance the famous 'hula' after sunset.

The state of Hawaii includes approximately 130 islands in the Pacific Ocean, many of which are uninhabited. The islands lie about 2,600km off the coast of mainland USA. The largest island, Hawaii, is known imaginatively as the Big Island, but the state capital, Honolulu, and most of the population is located on the smaller island of Oahu, which is also the main tourist destination. The other main islands are Maui, Molokai and Kauai. Between them the islands boast an amazingly diverse geography providing endless recreation opportunities, from snowboarding on mountain summits to hiking through rainforests. The possibilities offered by a Hawaiian holiday are limited only by the boundaries of the imagination.

 Attractions:

Beaches:  The main attraction for visitors to Oahu are the range of 139 beaches which, from the pounding waves of the north shore to the gentle swells of Waikiki in the south, offer the chance to bathe and soak up the sun, or tackle a variety of active watersports in water temperatures that never fall below 24ºC all year round.

Polynesian Cultural Centre:  Hawaii's top tourist attraction, the Polynesian Cultural Centre, is situated on the scenic north shore of Oahu island. This remarkable venue, visited by more than one million people a year, consists of seven Polynesian 'islands' in a beautifully landscaped 42-acre setting, representing Samoa, New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii, Tahiti, the Marquesas and Tonga, all sited in a freshwater lagoon. The centre gives visitors a holistic insight into the culture of the different Polynesian communities.

 Bishop Museum:  The Bishop Museum in Honolulu is the largest museum in Hawaii and the premier natural and cultural history institution in the Pacific, recognised worldwide for its cultural collections, research projects and educational programs.


Iolani Palace:  The only royal residence in the United States, the Iolani Palace, stands on the corner of King and Richard Streets in Honolulu, its opulent interior giving a glimpse into the lives of Hawaii's last reigning monarchs between 1882 and 1893.

Arizona Memorial Museum: The USS Arizona was one of several United States battle ships that were sunk by the Japanese Imperial Navy during its surprise historic attack on Pearl Harbour, Oahu, in 1941.  Visitors are carried by Navy shuttle boats to the unusual memorial centre, which has been constructed over the sunken hull that lies 2m below.

Honolulu's Chinatown:  Here Vietnamese, Laotian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Filipino, and a myriad of other ethnic groups work in harmony to sell their wares, serve their delicacies and perpetuate their cultural traditions.

Haleakala National Park:  The main reason for the park being visited by nearly one and a half million people a year, is the attraction of peering down into the crater of what is the world's largest dormant volcano. Haleakala last erupted in 1790, and has been deadly quiet ever since, although it is not considered to be inactive. The massive crater covers 49km2.

Maui Ocean Centre:  The largest tropical reef aquarium in the Western Hemisphere.

Whalers Village Museum:  The whaling museum in the heart of Maui's commercial centre, Lahaina, documents the sleepy port city's evolution into a whaling boomtown in the middle of the 19th century, combining exhibits and educational displays.

Hana Highway:  No visit to Maui is complete without hitting the highway - the Hana Highway, that is, that runs for about 80km between Kailua and Hana on the northeastern coast of the island. This hair-raising but incredibly scenic coastal drive contains 56 bridges and 600 hairpin bends and winds through numerous lush valleys lined with dozens of waterfalls, dense rainforest, bamboo thickets, fern groves and tulip trees.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park:  This park surrounds the earth's most massive volcano, Mauna Loa.  Visitors can actually watch lava flow into the sea from Kilauea, the still active on-site volcano.

Pacific Tsunami Museum:  The town of Hilo on the Hamakua Coast of Big Island has been destroyed several times by tsunami (tidal waves). The first-hand oral testimony of tsunami survivors is now preserved along with some other fascinating information in the Pacific Tsunami Museum.

Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park:  This important Hawaiian cultural and historical site on the black-lava Kona Coast of the Big Island contains some forbidding-looking giant idols, although it was in fact built as a refuge for ancient Hawaiians who had violated kapu (social taboo) or as a sanctuary for defeated warriors. The surrounding area outside the huge enclosing wall was home to several generations of powerful chiefs.

Kona Coffee Museum and Farm:  For a taste of the coffee industry that flourished in the early 20th century on the Big Island visitors can tour the Uchida Coffee Farm, on the Kona Coast.


HAWAII:  NOW From $1579* per person twin share.  Includes return flights from Sydney to Honolulu, 3 nights accommodation, return airport transfers with lei greeting, buffet breakfast daily and taxes payable from Australia.    READ MORE >>

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      Did you know.......



The entire Island of Hawaii, with its five large volcanoes, is less than 450,000 years old.

Hawaii includes some of the Earth's largest mountains, rising from oceanic depths of greater than 5,500 metres, to a height above sea level of nearly 4,300 metres.

The Hawaiian Islands are the Earth's most isolated parcels of land - some 3800 klms from both the nearest continental land mass, North America, and other islands of Polynesia in the South Pacific Ocean.

Owing to their isolation, the Hawaiian Islands are biologically unique.  Hawaii has no native land reptiles or amphibians and only two native mammals, the horay bat and monk seal.  Over 4300 species of plants and animals exist only in the eight high islands.

 The Islands of Hawaii were one of the last places on Earth discovered and occupied by humans.  There is little or no evidence of human contact of any kind before about 100 AD.

The Hawaiian Islands were originally settled by Polynesian immigrants more than 1000 years ago but remained unknown to Europeans until Captain James Cook landed there in 1778.
 


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Resorts of the Week:  The Fairmont Mountain Resorts, Canada.
 

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is the largest luxury hotel company in North America, with a distinctive collection and a worldwide reputation for excellence. Most of the hotels were among the first buildings to be erected in young cities across North America. And the Fairmont Resorts are situated in some of the most breathtaking and pristine areas in the world.

Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, unparalleled skiing, classic cuisine and Willow Stream, a world class European-style spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness.

Step through the doors of The Fairmont Chateau Whistler and allow yourself to be whisked away by supreme luxury, sublime cuisine, designer golf courses, a rejuvenating spa, and an unforgettable ski experience. The 550-room Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort is located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in Whistler, British Columbia. The breathtaking mountains aren't the only thing you will be impressed by.  Exceptional service that caters to your every need will ensure that your stay is a memorable one.

Fairmont Banff Springs:  3 nights now from $689* per person twin share land only. Includes 3 nights accommodation in a Fairmont Room, plus a Discover Banff Tour with Banff Gondola Ride.

Fairmont Chateau Whistler:  3 nights now from $739* per person twin share land only. Includes 3 nights accommodation in a Fairmont Room, plus a Spectacular Glacier Tour by Floatplane.

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  USA:


L.A. ...... Your Way!
 Santa Monica:  From $2339* per person twin share.
Hollywood: From $2449* per person twin share.
Beverly Hills: From $2495* per person twin share.

Includes return flights to Los Angeles, return airport transfers, 3 nights accommodation, Universal Studios tour, City, Stars' Homes and Shopping Tour and taxes payable from Australia.    READ MORE >>
 


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  UK & EUROPE:


IRELAND:  Qantas celebrating St Patrick's Day!
 From $3113* per person twin share.  Includes return Qantas flights to London, return airfare with Air Lingus from London to Dublin, 3 nights accommodation at Comfort Inn Parnell Square, Continental Breakfast daily, Hop-on Hop-off tour and taxes payable from Australia.
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IRELAND:  Ring of Kerry by Rail
 See the magnificent MacGillycuddy Reeks, stunning mountains, coastal scenery and the famous Lakes of Killarney.  2 days / 1 night Dublin-Dublin from just $425* per person twin share land only.  Includes accommodation with private facilities in Killarney, breakfast daily, travel by economy class rail, service charges and taxes.  READ MORE >>

Italy:  Bonus Night Offer
 Whether it's a hotel in the heart of Rome, Florence or Venice - there's BONUS NIGHT offer for you!
ROME:  From $125* per person twin share per night.  Stay 4 / Pay 3.
FLORENCE: From $124* per person twin share per night.  Stay 4 / Pay 3.
VENICE: From $115* per person twin share per night.  Stay 4 / Pay 3.
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Paris:  Bonus Night Offer
 Discover Paris, a city made up of lively districts, endless museums, romantic boulevards and glorious gardens.  Enhance your stay by receiving a fantastic BONUS NIGHT offer at your hotel!
3-STAR: From $118* per person twin share per night.  Stay 4 / Pay 3.
4-STAR: From $195* per person twin share per night.  Stay 4 / Pay 3.
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  AFRICA:


Stunning Southern Africa
 This lovely journey encompasses the best on offer in Southern Africa. Visit beautiful Cape Town and Kruger National Park before heading to the magnificent Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park.  11 nights from $2320* per person twin share land only.  Includes accommodation, meals, transfers, sightseeing and game drives as specified in itinerary.  READ MORE >>
 


DUBAI - Bonus Night Offer
 Visit Dubai - a glistening modern city for travellers seeking something new and different.  Take advantage of these bonus night offers on a wide selection of hotels.
4-STAR: From $103* per person twin share per night.  Stay 5 / Pay 4.
5-STAR: From $150* per person twin share per night.  Stay 5 / Pay 4.
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  ASIA:


VIETNAM & MALAYSIA COMBO
 Saigon & Kuala Lumpur from $2024* per person twin share.  Includes return flights, 5 nights accommodation in Saigon, 4 nights accommodation in Kuala Lumpur (for the price of 3), return airport transfers throughout, full breakfast daily and taxes payable from Australia.    READ MORE >>
 


PHUKET - Thailand.
 With its spectacular beaches, sparkling crystal-clear blue waters, picturesque landscape, historical and cultural sites as well as endless entertainment options, Phuket truly is a holiday destination with the lot.  8 nights from $1085* per person twin share.  Includes return flights to Phuket, 8 nights accommodation (for the price of 4), breakfast daily, return airport transfers and taxes payable from Australia.  READ MORE >>

Bali - Relaxing Getaway
 5 nights from $939* per person twin share.  Includes return flights to Denpasar, 5 nights accommodation (for the price of 4 nights) and taxes payable from Australia.  READ MORE >>

China
 Beijing, Xian, Shanghai and a Yangtze River Cruise... all the best that China has to offer!  From $3019* per person twin share land only.  Includes transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking local guide, comprehensive sightseeing and entrance fees, accommodation in 4 star hotels, a standard cabin on a Victoria Cruise's 5-star ship, some meals & domestic airfares Beijing- Xian, Xian-Chongquing & Yiching-Shanghai.  Does not include international airfares.  READ MORE >>

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  CRUISING:


South Africa & India Odyssey -
Cruising ex Australia!
 46 night cruise onboard Sun Princess ex Fremantle (WA) from $8751* per person twin share cruise only.  Includes 46 night cruise with all meals, entertainment and port charges included.  Highlights include Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Maldives, Seychelles, South Africa, Mauritius and more!   READ MORE >>
 


Caribbean Celebrations on Queen Mary 2
 17 night Fly/Cruise Caribbean Celebrations Cruise from $9389* per person twin share.  Includes return Qantas flights from Sydney to Miami, 2 nights pre-cruise accommodation at Trumps International Hotel, Sonesta Beach with breakfast daily, 15 night cruise onboard QUEEN MARY 2, all meals and entertainment whilst onboard, air, port and government taxes.    READ MORE >>

Antarctica Expedition
 M/V Antarctic Dream - 10 nights from $7866* per person twin share ex Ushuaia.  This expedition offers you the ideal introduction to the Great White Continent, taking in the sights of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsular.  Price includes 10 nights onboard M/V Antarctic Dream in a standard cabin, all meals and beverages as per menu whilst onboard, admission to the exposition ballroom & library, work out room & sauna, lectures onboard by specialist scientists and Zodiac expeditions.  Does not include airfares.     READ MORE >>

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  SOUTH PACIFIC:


Norfolk Island...
From $959* per person twin share.  Includes return flights to Norfolk Island, 7 nights accommodation, BONUS continental breakfast daily, BONUS half day tour and taxes payable from Australia. 
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  NEW ZEALAND:


New Zealand Driving Experience
 Open your mind to New Zealand's extraordinary landscape. You'll discover places and feelings that go beyond your realm of experience.   12 days from $749* per person twin share.  Includes return flights from Australia to Christchurch, 12 days Premium Package hire of a Maui 2 Berth Hi-Top Motorhome with unlimited klms.

BONUS:  2 Motorhomes for the price of 1 !!!! 
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New Zealand BONUS Nights.
 AAT Kings now offering up to 2 BONUS NIGHTS accommodation when booking one of the following amazing tours of New Zealand:
National Parks & Peaks:  14 day escorted tour from $3680* pp twin share.
New Zealand Panorama: 14 day escorted tour from $3680* pp twin share.
New Zealand Adventure: 17 day escorted tour from $4395* pp twin share.
Prices are per person twin share land only & do not include airfares.   READ MORE >>

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  AUSTRALIA TRAVEL:


Domestic Airfare Sale!
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Qantas fares on sale now until midnight on
25 March 08 (AEST) or until sold out.

Virgin Blue fares on sale now until midnight on
26 March 08 (AEST) or until sold out.
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COFFS HARBOUR:  Beachfront Getaway
 3 nights from $145* per person twin share land only.  Includes 3 nights accommodation at a superb beachfront location (for the price of 2 nights).  READ MORE >>

SYDNEY - 5-STAR LUXURY
 3 nights 5-STAR LUXURY from $265* per person twin share.  Includes 3 nights accommodation in a Deluxe Room at the Amora Hotel in Sydney (for the price of 2 nights).  READ MORE >>

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Hawaiian pizza
DID YOU KNOW:  More than one-third of the world's commercial supply of pineapples comes from Hawaii?? 
 
INGREDIENTS:
2 x 335g 95.5% fat-free thin pizza bases
140g tub pizza sauce
200g light shaved ham
1/4 pineapple, peeled, cut into 2cm pieces
150g button mushrooms, finely sliced
1 teaspoon dried mixed Italian herbs
1 cup grated low-fat mozzarella cheese
100g baby spinach, to serve
 

METHOD:
Preheat oven to 250°C. Place pizza bases onto 2 baking trays. Spread with sauce.
Scatter ham, pineapple, mushrooms and herbs over bases. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 10 minutes, swapping trays after 8 minutes, or until bases are crisp.
Cut pizzas into slices. Serve with spinach.

Source:  Super Food Ideas - March 2005 , Page 60
http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/1349/hawaiian+pizza

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