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December 2013 2013 Holiday Travel Guide Travel Leisure Company

Inside this issue: complete 2 Welcome to this 2 Think fun. Think adventure. Think Hawaii! Offering a great range of things to do, Hawaii is sure to have something that will please everybody. Universally known to be one of the most striking places in existence, it's not enough to just to soak in the when 2 beauty so why not make the most of your time by filling it in with fun-filled adventures? Choose from something as simple as a massage, a stroll along the beach and playing golf to something extreme such as surfing giant waves, parasailing and jet skiing. finished 3 Enjoy the brilliance of the country with a fun activity that's suitable to your needs and taste – trust Hawaii , it has it all! Come with 4 over to Hawaii and catch a wave! all 5 articles 6

Featured Property

The TLC featured property this month is the Kahala Hotel and Resort located in . The Kahala has the distinction as a Leading Hotel of the World. Set on a private beach in one of ’s most upscale resi- dential neighborhoods, The Kahala Hotel & Resort has a secluded hide- away vibe.

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The Rich

“The Aloha State” became the 50th state in 1959, but the history of Hawaii goes back centuries earlier. Roughly 1,500 years ago, from the Marquesas Islands first set foot on Hawaii Island. With only the stars to guide them, they miraculously sailed over 2000 miles in canoes to migrate to the Islands.

500 years later, settlers from Tahiti arrived, bringing their beliefs in gods and demi-gods and instituting a strict social hierarchy based on a (taboo) system. Hawaiian culture flourished over the centuries, giving rise to the art of the and the sport of surfing, but land division conflicts between ruling chieftains were common.

In 1778, Captain , landed on at Waimea Bay. Naming the archipelago the "Sandwich Islands" in honor of the Earl of The state of Hawaii Sandwich, Cook opened the doors to the west. Cook was killed only a year later in on Hawaii Island. consists of eight main In 1791, North Kohala born Kamehameha united the warring factions of Hawaii Island and went on to unify all of the into one royal kingdom in 1810. In 1819, less than a year after King Kamehameha's death, his son, Liholiho, abolished the ancient kapu islands: , system. Kauai, Oahu, ,

In 1820, the first Protestant arrived on Hawaii Island filling the void left after the end of the kapu system. Hawaii became a , , port for seamen, traders and whalers. The whaling industry boom flourished in Lahaina Harbor in Maui. Throughout these years of and the growth, western disease took a heavy toll on the Native Hawaiian population. Big Island of Hawaii. Western influence continued to grow and in 1893, American Colonists who controlled much of Hawaii's economy overthrew the in a peaceful, yet still controversial coup. In 1898, Hawaii became a territory of the .

In the 20th century, sugar and pineapple plantations fueled Hawaii's economy bringing an influx of Japanese, Chinese, Filipino and Portuguese immigrants. Lanai, under the leadership of James Dole, became known as the “Pineapple Island,” after becoming the world’s leading exporter of pineapple. This mix of immigrant ethnicities is what makes Hawaii’s population so diverse today.

On December 7, 1941, the Japanese launched a surprise attack on on Oahu. Four years later, on September 2, 1945, Japan signed its unconditional surrender on the USS Missouri, which still rests in Pearl Harbor today. In 1959, Hawaii became the 50th State of the United States. Today, Hawaii is a global gathering place for visitors to share in the spirit of aloha. Beyond the sun and surf of the islands, we urge you to discover the rich cultural history of Hawaii to add even more depth to your visit.

Heritage Sites of Hawaii

Heritage Sites of Hawaii are special places located throughout the islands that provide significant histori- cal, cultural and environmental contributions to the understanding and enjoyment of Hawaii. Whether it’s a unique natural wonder; a National Historical Site, Park or Monument; or a sacred place that encapsulates Native Hawaiian customs, beliefs and practices; these are the sites that are “must see” destinations on your next visit to Hawaii.

Bishop Museum: The premier natural and cultural history institution in the Pacific region, Bishop Museum is known throughout the world for its cultural collections, research projects, public education programs, and Native Hawaiian artifacts.

Diamond Head (Leahi) State Monument: Hike to the top of Hawaii’s most recognized landmark for panoramic views of Waikiki and Honolulu.

Iolani Palace State Monument: Dedicated in 1882 and the only official state residence of royalty in the U.S., Iolani Palace’s grounds and galleries are now open to the public as a mu- seum.

Makapuu Point Lighthouse: Located on the Ka Iwi State Scenic Shoreline, the Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trail features breathtaking ocean views.

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Punchbowl: This is one of the nation’s prominent national cemeteries. Over five million visitors come to pay their respects here and to see the panoramic view of Honolulu.

Nuuanu Pali Lookout: Also known as the Nuuanu Pali State Wayside, this historic site provides an impressive, 1,200-foot view of the Windward side.

Pearl Harbor: Visit the five Pearl Harbor Historic Sites located in this National Historic Landmark and World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument.

Queen Emma Summer Palace: The summer retreat of Queen Emma, this museum houses a collection of her belongings, furnishings and artifacts.

Washington Place: Visit Washington Place in Downtown Honolulu, the residence of Queen Liliuokalani, Hawaii’s last reigning monarch. It is located in Hawaii’s Capital Historic District and is open for private tours Page 3 Travel Leisure Company 2013 Holiday Travel Guide

Hawaiian Culture and Traditions

The Cultural Tourism of Oahu

Oahu is a civilized paradise that's best known for its rich culture and colorful history. Its multicultural heritage complements the warmth of its people and its inviting tradition. Oahu's love for culture is very evident in the number of cultural centers they have put up as well as the museums showcasing Hawaii's natural beauty, unique heritage, history, and arts. To emphasize the wealth of Hawaii's culture, Oahu is home to museums, theaters, and tours that offer a glimpse of the past and its celebrated traditions. Other than mere sightseeing, you are encouraged to join tours and take part in many activi- ties that are in store for both locals and foreign guests.

The Hula

Hula is a uniquely Hawaiian dance accompanied by chant or song that pre- serves and perpetuates the stories, traditions and culture of Hawaii. Hawaiian legends tell stories of hula beginning on the islands of Molokai and Kauai. Today, this enchanting art form has become a worldwide symbol of Hawaiian culture and the beauty of Hawaii’s people. The popularity of hula has spread to the U.S. mainland, Japan and even Europe.

There are many types and styles of hula. Hula auana (modern hula) is danced to western influenced music and features a more modern and fluid style. This is the most familiar type of hula to visitors. Hula kahiko (ancient hula) is danced to dramatic chants and percussion with more traditional costumes.

The Polynesian Cultural Center, or PCC, is a good a starting point for your cultural exploration. It is almost an hour away from Waikiki. To represent the diversity of the early inhabitants of Hawaii along with their rich history, it showcases native villages repre- senting Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti, Tonga, Aotearoa (Maori New Zealand), Rapa Nui (Easter Island), and the Marquesas. Here, you can learn more about the history of each island nation and how they mirror the true Polynesian culture. This is also a good place for admiring exhibits and participating in activities that feature traditional arts and crafts, ancient forms of recreation, food preparation, and even training methods used in ancient warfare.

The Lei Custom

The lei custom was introduced to the Hawaiian Islands by early Polynesian voyagers, who took an incredible journey from Tahiti, navigating by the stars in sailing canoes. With these early settlers, the lei tradition in Hawaii was born.

With the advent of tourism in the islands, the lei quickly became the symbol of Hawaii to millions of visitors worldwide.

There are very few "rules" when it comes to wearing a Hawaiian lei. Anyone can wear one, anytime - there need not be an occasion. It is perfectly fine for one to purchase or make a lei for themselves. It is common for locals to have a nut, seed or shell lei on hand to wear on special occasions. And hats are often adorned with flower, fern or feather leis.

There are, however, a couple of "unspoken rules" one should know when receiving a lei for the first time. A lei should be a welcomed celebration of one person's affection to another. Therefore, always accept a lei, never re- fuse. The proper way to wear a lei is gently draped over the shoulders, hanging down both in front and in back. It is considered rude to remove a lei from your neck in the presence of the person who gave it to you, so if you must, be discreet. Page 4 Travel Leisure Company 2013 Holiday Travel Guide

Adventures on Oahu

Everyone ventures to Oahu for something different. Some come to the emerald island to laze on its Island flowers and colors used to represent each island. pristine sandy beaches, hike its lush trails, snorkel in volcanic craters, or witness history at Pearl Har- bor. If it's glamour you seek, Waikiki Beach delivers, with its backdrop of gleaming Honolulu sky- Niihau - Pupu Shell - White scrapers. If you want to learn about Oahu and its people, just smile and say ""Howzit?"" and you'll Kauai - Mokihana (Green Berry) - Purple usually make a new friend. Oahu - Ilima -Yellow Things to Do Maui - Lokelani (Pink Cottage Rose) - Pink

Sun lovers will find much to worship on Oahu, especially Waikiki Beach. Take a sightseeing boat, Molokai - White Kukui Blossom - Green where you can observe the island rising out of the cobalt sea. Trek into virgin rainforest in the Makiki Lanai - Kaunaoa (Yellow and Orange Air Plant) - Orange Valley, or venture to the North Shore for unparalleled surf. A hula performance is a popular way to Kahoolawe - Hinahina (Beach Heliotrope) - Grey get a taste of traditional Hawaiian culture; the best is performed every weekday at the Bishop Mu- seum. A visit to Pearl Harbor is a sobering reminder of this island's place in America's history. Big Island of Hawaii - Ohia - Red

Shopping

From posh European to locally made, avant-garde to unspeakably tacky, Oahu's offerings are wide-ranging. Among the designer boutiques on Waikiki's Kalakaua Avenue plenty of booths hawk airbrushed T-shirts, gold by the inch, and tasteless aloha shirts. Instead, surprise your friends with patterned aloha shirts and sarongs. Buy bowls and baskets made of pandanus leaves or stock up on local Kona coffee. No trip is complete without purchasing a lei, and on Maunakea Street, Hawaii's finest floral creations go for as little as $3.50.

Nightlife and Entertainment

Nightlife in Hawaii begins at sunset, and there are few more pleasing spots in Wai- kiki than the benches at the water's edge at the Diamond Head end of Kalakaua Ave- nue, where everyone stops to see the sink- ing sun. Afterward, revelers head for Waikiki and Honolulu, where clubs and bars are strung along the illuminated shoreline.

Restaurants and Dining

Choose among chef-owned restaurants, neighborhood eateries, fast-food joints, ethnic spots, and restaurants in shopping malls. Don't miss a traditional luau on the beach. Savour succulent kalua pig (slow roasted underground) and fried rice, accom- panied by cold lomi-lomi salmon (salad with salt-cured salmon). If you're up on the North Shore, visit a shrimp truck for the sweetest, juiciest shrimp.

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The Kahala Hotel and Resort

Set on a private beach in one of Oahu’s most upscale residential neighborhoods, The Kahala Hotel & Re- sort has a hideaway vibe, although it is a mere ten minutes from bustling Waikiki. Oahu’s lodging of choice for an endless lineup of royals, presidents and celebrities (it has been dubbed the "Ka-hollywood"), the property has discreet pampering and service down to an art form. Guests can expect to have every desire met here: pampering with island influenced treatments in your own Spa suite, water adventures for the ocean aficionado, a learning experience with a family of bottlenose dolphins and full beachside service for all. Bright, airy suites and rooms, in tropical colors, are designed to have a chic yet residential feel. Five restaurants offer a range of dining experiences from posh afternoon tea at The Veranda to new Napoli at Arancino at The Kahala, to alfresco buffets at Plumeria Beach House and fusion fare at Hoku’s.

Oahu’s Best Beaches

Waikiki Beach: This famous stretch of sand is the spot that originally put Hawaii on the tourist map.

Lanikai Beach: Hidden and off the beaten tourist path, this beach on the windward side has a mile of powder- soft sand and water that's safe for swimming.

Kailua Beach: Imagine a 30-acre public park with a broad, grassy area with picnic tables, a public boat ramp, restrooms, a pavilion, a volleyball court, and food stands. Add a wide, sandy beach, great for diving, swim- ming, sailing, snorkeling, and board- and windsurfing, and you've got Kailua Beach, which is tops on the wind- ward side of the island.

Kahana Bay Beach Park: With salt-and-pepper sand, a crescent-shaped beach protected by ironwoods and kamani trees, and, as a backdrop, a lush junglelike valley interrupted only by jagged cliffs, you'd swear this beach was in Tahiti or Bora Bora.

Malaekahana Beach: If you'd like to venture back to old Hawaii, before jet planes brought millions of peo- ple to Oahu and there were few footprints on the sand, then go north to the romantic wooded beach park at Malaekahana. This is a place to sit in quiet solitude or to beachcomb along the shore.

Sunset Beach: Surfers around the world know this site, famous for its spectacular winter surf -- the waves can be huge, thundering peaks reaching 15 to 20 feet.

Waimea Bay: Here is one of Oahu's most dramatic beaches. Oh, and by the way, despite what the Beach Boys croon in "Surfin' USA" (Why-a-mee-ah), it's pronounced Why-may-ah.

Pokai Bay: If you dream of a powdered-sugar sand beach, a place you can swim, snorkel, and probably be the only one on the beach (on weekdays), try this off-the-beaten-path shoreline. Surrounded by a reef, the waters inside are calm enough for children and offer excellent snorkeling.

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Hawaiian Travel FAQs What is the time difference from the continental US? Hawaii follows Hawaii Standard Time (GMT-10 hours), which is 5 hours behind Eastern Standard Time and 2 hours behind Pacific Standard Time. Hawaii does not observe Daylight Savings Time so add one extra hour to the time difference during this period (March through November).

What is the main airport of Hawaii? Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu is Hawaii's major airport, serving as the entry point for most of Hawaii's visitors. All major domestic carriers and many international carriers serve Oahu, so you can get here from just about anywhere. There are also direct flights from the continental US to Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii Island.

Do I need a car to get around on Hawaii? Transportation options vary from island to island, but to really experience Hawaii, you should consider renting a car. Many visitors also enjoy taking bus tours to conveniently explore the Islands. For most islands you can also get around by shuttle, taxi or public transportation.

Do I need my passport to get to Hawaii? Since Hawaii is the 50th state, you won’t need to bring your passport unless you’re visiting from outside the United States or traveling to another coun- try after Hawaii.

What should I pack on my trip to Hawaii? It's warm in Hawaii, so pack your summer attire. You may want to bring a jacket or sweater for the evenings. Bring warmer clothes if you plan on visit- ing higher elevations like Haleakala National Park in Maui. Suits and ties are very rarely worn here. Bring some casual dress clothes or resort wear if you plan on experiencing Hawaii's nightlife. You can buy an aloha shirt and flip-flops (or slippers, as the locals call them) when you get here.

Hawaii's currency is the US dollar. Traveler's checks aren't necessary since credit cards are widely accepted and ATM machines are plentiful. Don't worry if you forget something. Hawaii's retail stores and malls have everything you need, including plenty of sunscreen.

When is a good time to visit Hawaii? Anytime of year is a good time to visit Hawaii. The average temperature here is between 75˚-85˚ F. Summer, between April and November is warmer and drier while winter, between December and March, is a bit cooler. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round.

Whale watching season begins in late December and ends in early May. Peak whale watching months are between January and early April. No- vember through February is big wave surf season on Hawaii’s north shores.

What is the area code for Hawaii? The area code for the state of Hawaii is (808).

Family Fun on Oahu

Make room in the family photo album. On Oahu there’s a wealth of activities that will create indelible family memories. Sure your kids can always build a sand castle on Oahu’s beautiful beaches, but how about taking them inside a real submarine at Pearl Harbor or letting them pet a dolphin at Sea Life Park?

You’ll find family fun everywhere on Oahu. Take your kids to see the fish at the Waikiki Aquarium or get a bird’s eye view of a giraffe at the Honolulu Zoo. Explore Hawaiian artifacts in the Bishop Museum or get lost together in the 1.7-mile garden maze at Dole Plantation. Or play authentic Hawaiian games and eat at a luau at venues like thePolynesian Cultural Center. Many of Oahu’s resorts even offer fun programs for the keiki (kids).

On Oahu you’ll find something here to charm any child, from surfing lessons in Waikiki to horseback rides at Kualoa Ranch. Whatever you choose to do, just don’t forget to bring your camera. The Travel Leisure Company would like to thank the following sponsors for their Travel Leisure Company contribution to this publication:

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