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Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park

Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park Aloha, and welcome to Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park. This expansive and extremely scenic state park is located just 12 miles south of Kaika Village in South Kona. Kealakekua Bay is the site of the very first contact between Hawaiians and Westerners, today a traditionally religious and historic site visited…
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Hilo Hawaii Farmers Market

Hilo Hawaii Farmers Market [caption id="attachment_40989" align="alignright" width="200"] Pineapple Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Start your morning off at the locally loved and truly intriguing Hilo Farmers Market, the twice-weekly outdoor open-air market. This market takes place each Wednesday and Saturday on the corners of Kamehameha and Mamo Street, from 6 am to 4 pm. There are…
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Polynesian Culture Center Luau

Polynesian Culture Center Luau Head to the Polynesian Cultural Center, located along Kamehameha Bay, for an attraction like no other. Here, they welcome groups to explore the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands, the entire property containing over 42-acres of tropical splendor, traditional culture, and intriguing local history. While here your group will be able to…
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King Kamehameha Statue(s)

King Kamehameha Statue(s) [caption id="attachment_32055" align="alignright" width="280"] King Kamehameha Statue Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] The King Kamehameha Statue is the perfect place on the island to pay your respects to a dynasty past for the Royal Hawaiian Kingdom, a truly impressive memorial statue located in North Kohala. More specifically, the statue sits right in front of…
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Washington Place

Washington Place Washington Place, a 3-acre historic mansion of Hawaiian rulers, will immerse your group deep into local history and culture. This Greek Revival-style palace in Hawaii’s capital historic district was highly significant during the rule of King Kamehameha the Great, as well as during Queen Liliuokalani's infamous arrest during the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. This…
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Polynesian Adventure Tours – Honolulu

Polynesian Adventure Tours - Honolulu Get on board with local award-winning touring company Polynesian Adventure Tours for your next big adventure. TripAdvisor’s 2014 winner of the most popular tour in Oahu, Polynesian Adventure Tours will show you Hawaii's capital, Honolulu, like never before as you explore the scenic neighborhoods around Waikiki. This tour provides various city-wide…
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Diamond Head Hiking

Diamond Head Hiking [caption id="attachment_32049" align="alignright" width="425"] Diamond Head Trail Dollarphotoclub Public Domain[/caption] Hike along the eastern edge of Waikiki’s coastline in Honolulu for a day full of breathtaking scenery and refreshing recreation. Diamond Head is the rugged, raw, and truly gorgeous volcanic crater on Oahu's coastline providing one of the most perfect postcard views…
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Learn the Hula

[caption id="attachment_16825" align="alignright" width="425"] Hawaiian Hula Dancers Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Learn the Hula Your group definitely won’t be disappointed with the Hawaiian Island Hula! This activity is an ancient practice that sheds light on local Polynesian roots and Hawaiian cultural evolution. While here you will learn all you can about the Hula, the uniquely Hawaiian…
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National Cemetery of the Pacific

National Cemetery of the Pacific The National Cemetery of the Pacific is the soberingly beautiful 34,000 grave cemetery located in Honolulu, on the island of Oahu. This resting place takes up 112.5 total acres and was established in 1949, today serving proudly as a historic burial site honoring local veterans from over four wars, as…
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‘Iolani Palace

'Iolani Palace [caption id="attachment_32000" align="alignright" width="425"] 'Iolani Palace Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Before the United States acquired the Hawaiian Islands, the archipelago operated under its own monarchical rule from 1795 until 1893. Following a brutal series of chiefdom battles spanning 15 years, Kamehameha the Great gained power and fashioned himself the king of Hawaii. Effectively unifying…
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