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HAWAI‘I ISLAND The Hawaii Island ~The Land of Fire and Ice~ Wellness Travel Association elcome to one of the world's most invigorating natural envi- Welcomes You to the Big Hawai‘i my beloved land. - Mary Kawena Pukui ronments ~ where powerful volcanic energies, commanding W Have you noticed how challenging it can be to mountains, mist-filled rainforests and pure ocean waters cre- really unplug now days? When someone is ate a medley of magic. Where else can you watch a living volcano give stuck in their head and can't relax, Hawaiians say they are “pa‘a in the po‘o.” The antidote is to birth to the newest land on earth? Or play on a tropical beach while empty your self. Be still. Open your heart. Here in gazing up at a snow-capped mountain in the distance? Hawai'i where the natural rhythms are calming and composed, you can come to a place of rest. An environment like this can deliver irresistible feelings of well-being. It's Hawai‘i Island is larger than all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined, and then some. no wonder residents affectionately refer to their island as the “Healing That's why it‘s called the “Big Island.” Don't try Island.” Here, traditional Hawaiian healing practices, east-west modali- to see the entire island in a short period of time. Driving distances can be upwards of several ties and innovative wellness techniques are offered daily at the island's hours. Settle in and enjoy your surroundings. If award-winning spas. Magnificent accommodations, spiritual retreats and possible, extend your vacation time. Give your- self enough down time for deep rest and integra- health practitioners provide experiences that can last a lifetime. Fresh tion. island-grown foods, solitude in nature, yoga on the beach and rejuvenat- Let your wellness vacation be the antithesis of ing adventures are just some of the gifts the Healing Island has to offer. the old familiar indigestion holiday, you know - “the shop ‘til you drop, eat ‘til you pop, tan ‘til you sizzle, and drive all over the island to see Whether you seek a cleansing program, a quiet week of meditation, or every last inch of it” model. A popular bumper sticker here reads: “Slow Down, This Ain't the simply a bit of pampering, may this guide be your treasure map to tran- Mainland.” Just a friendly reminder - speed is quility and may you journey well! optional. www.WellnessTravelHawaii.com E Ola Mau, “Live Long”

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The information contained herein is meant only to educate and inform. Representing The Big Island‘s Wellness It is not meant to provide individual medical advice, which should only be obtained from qualified health practitioners. Travel Community Over 100 resources on-line © Healing Vacations in Hawaii, LLC, 2007. PRINTED IN HAWAI‘I. Pele & Poli‘ahu paintings by Calley O‘Neill www.WellnessTravelHawaii.com (808) 885-2181 HAWAI‘I ISLAND The Healing Island

Kona Area Geographical Kailua–Kona Keauhou Regions Kealakekua Captain Cook North Hawai‘i Hanaunau Honoka‘a Oceanview Waimea Na‘alehu Hawi Kapa‘au Ka‘u/Puna/Hilo Volcano South Kohala Kalapana Kawaihae Kapoho Puako Pahoa Kohala Coast Kea‘au Waikoloa Hilo ACCOMMODATIONS ADVENTURE RETREATS EVENT/RETREAT PLANNING HEALING THERAPIES Retreats, vacation rentals, Light Journey Hawaii Evelyn McCarthy Back to Balance bed & breakfasts, lodges Eco-Retreats; Body-Earth Spiritual Detox Site Selection, Logistics, Catering, Entertainment, EFT healing sessions offer immediate relief from A Dragonfly Ranch Adventures for Couples & Buddies. Excursions; trauma, anxiety, grief & fear. Celebrations and Weddings. Luxuriously rustic indoor/outdoor accommoda- (808) 870-8573 (Big Island/Maui) (808) 323-2347 (Kealakekua) tions. Infrared sauna. Labyrinth. Snorkeling. www.lightjourney.net (808) 989-3985 (Islandwide) www.backtobalance.com www.inlovewithbigisland.com Organic FUN! 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(808) 331-8404 (Kailua-Kona) (831) 238-2228 (Islandwide) www.balancingmonkey.com Mamalahoa Hot Tubs & Massage www.rxnaturellc.net www.bowenworkschool.com Kohala Yoga Community Center Tropical gardens & outdoor wooden hot tubs. Beginning & intermediate Hatha yoga; Hawaiian lomilomi massage. White Lotus Healing Arts, MAE#2180 conditioning & preparation for (808) 323-2288 (Kealakekua) PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Clinic offering chiropractic care, massage, and training. Student massage $30/hour. advanced postures. www.mamalahoa-hottubs.com TM Executive Purpose Hawai‘i Retreats (808) 889-1417 (Hawi) (808) 889-0583 (Kapa‘au) In Transition? Reposition Your Life & Business for www.whitelotushawaii.net [email protected] MEDITATION Greater Fulfillment & Meaning. Jennifer Weinert (808) 883-1199 (Waikoloa) Public/private yoga instruction. Ten years teach- Aloha Mana Meditations www.TransitionFacts.com Guided meditations on CD: “Renewal”, “Sunlight ing; 2,000 hour certification. Customized of the Spirit”, “Aloha Mana”. retreats. (808) 989-7773 (Islandwide) RESTAURANTS (808) 895-0154 (Hilo) www.AlohaMana.com Lilikoi Café www.hiloyoga.com Fresh vegetable & fruit juices, creative Yoga Centered salads, healthy entrees, desserts. Parker Ranch Vinyasa flow yoga, 7-days a week. Center. M-Sat. 7:30 am - 4 pm. Boutique w/natural clothing, props. (808) 887-1400 (Waimea) (808) 934-7233 (Hilo) www.yogacentered.com Sushi Rock Full service restaurant featuring fresh and organic foods; lunch & dinner. Open daily, except Wednesdays. (808) 889-5900 (Hawi) Traditional Hawaiian Healing Arts TROPICAL TREATMENTS Lomilomi is the art of massage and body manipulation. In its purest form it includes the use of pule (prayer). Lomilomi is offered at most island spas and through individual practitioners. Try it in C OCONUT combination with a pohaku (hot stone) treatment for a deeply soothing experience. In Polynesia the coconut palm is hailed as the “Tree of Life.” What other plant can provide such an abundant Ho‘oponopono is a spiritual practice that involves personal soul resource for food, shelter and tools while also offering searching and clearing through the release of toxic feelings and for- so many health benefits? giveness. Literally translated, it means to “make right.” Thoughts and feelings are powerful enough to heal or hurt. Righting one‘s This fruit of the tropics (technically classified as a seed) relationship to self, others, and to the creator is an essential step in can be eaten in many forms - meat, milk, water and oil. the healing process. Once proclaimed an “artery-clogger”, coconut oil is La‘au lapa'au is the practice of herbal medicine. Hawaiian herbal- proving otherwise. Rich in lauric acid and medium- ists are skilled at proper identification and preparation of native plants, chain fatty acids, these two ingredients fight against seaweeds, oils and juices for use in treating various ailments. heart disease. By adding coconut to your diet you can boost your immune system, improve thyroid function, Fasting and cleansing are often undertaken annually. A deep balance your blood sugar and control diabetes. ocean seawater formula is ingested to purge the intestinal tract and Coconut has an alkalizing effect on the body and potent detoxify the organs. It is used in combination with herbs, lomi opu, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties; it is (abdominal massage)and hydrotherapy. also an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant. The oil is one of nature's best massage, body and suntan lotions.

N ONI HAWAIIAN SACRED SITES For hundreds of years the fruit of the noni tree (Indian Protocol should be observed when visiting these Mulberry) has been considered a cure-all in Hawai‘i. Indigenous to Polynesia, the plant found its way into sites. Please do not disturb, remove or stack pharmacological use in ancient Indian Ayurvedic medi- rocks or leave non-biodegradable offerings. cine as well. Because of its many applications, noni has been called “Hawaiian Aspirin.” High in the alkaloid Pu‘uhonua O Honaunau (“City of Refuge”), South proxeronine, it is traditionally used to treat everything Kona. A place of healing and forgiveness to which from diabetes, arthritis and high blood pressure to facial defeated warriors, lawbreakers and war victims traveled blemishes, wounds and even skin cancers. for safety.

Ahu‘ena Heiau, Kailua Bay. King Kamehameha’s per- ‘AWA sonal temple, dedicated to Lono, the god of harvest and fertility. ‘Awa (also known as Kava) is a popular social drink in the South Pacific. It is traditionally prepared in a Pu‘ukohola Heiau, Kawaihae. A war temple built in large wooden bowl and served in coconut shell cups. 1790 by King Kamehameha to unify the Hawaiian ‘Awa has a mild astringent taste and can have a numb- Islands. In1991, a re-dedication ceremony united opposing ing effect in the mouth and a sedating effect that may families in good will and forgiveness. reduce anxiety in some people. ‘Awa comes from the root of a pepper plant - Piper methysticum. Extracts of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Where the the root are used in supplements at health food stores Volcano Goddess Pele dwells, symbolic of the birth and and in teas. It is served and sold in Hawai‘i at death cycles in life. ‘awa/kava bars. Drinking too much can cause intoxica- tion and impair your ability to drive so go easy on the Mauna Kea Summit, Home to the Snow Goddess ‘awa and it will go easy on you. Poli‘ahu, considered the piko, or navel of the island. Also hosts the world’s great astronomy observatories.

Waipi‘o Valley, Hamakua Coast. Known as the “Valley of the Kings”; a fertile land, once the bread basket of the island and home to many past rulers of Hawai‘i.