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Kona Village Resort, 10, 340–341 • A • maps, 330–331, 333, 335 AAA, 62, 65, 67, 80, 503 Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Aaron’s Dive Shop, 189 Bungalows, 341 AARP, 62, 80, 94 Ohana Keauhou Beach A-Bay (Anaehoomalu Bay), 368 Resort, 342 Academy Shop, 209 Outrigger Kanaloa at Kona, 342 Access Able Travel Source, 96 Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Access Aloha Travel, 95 Resort, 343 Access America, 103 overview, 328–329 Accessible Vans of Hawaii, 97 Shipman House Bed & Breakfast accommodations. See also Inn, 343 specific types top picks, 10–11, 12 average costs, 59, 61 Waikoloa Beach Marriott, 12, 344 families, 92–94 accommodations, Kauai. See also Internet access, 106 Kauai money-saving tips, 62–64, 77, Aloha Beach Resort, 418–419 88–91 Aloha Sunrise Inn, 432 pricing conventions, 2–3, 84–85 Aloha Sunset Inn, 432 reservation tips, 91 Alohilani Bed & Breakfast, 431 top picks, 10–12 Aston Islander on the Beach, 419 accommodations, Big Island. See Bamboo Jungle House, 431 also Big Island Casa Blanca, 438–439 benefits, 36 Casa di Amici, 439 Carson’s Volcano Cottages, Classic Vacation Cottages, 419 329, 332 Dondero’s, 439 The Chalet Kilauea Collection, Duane’s Ono-Char Burger, 439–440 332, 344–345 Gloria’s Spouting Horn Bed & The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Breakfast, 422 332, 334 Hale ’Aha, 431 Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Hale Manu Bed & Breakfast, 431 10, 334 Hale O’O Maha, 431 Hale Ohia Cottages, 334, 336 Hanalei Bay Resort, 422–423 Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 336 Hanalei Colony Resort, 423 Hilton Waikoloa Village, 336 Hotel Coral Reef, 423–424 Holualoa Inn,COPYRIGHTED 337 Hyatt MATERIAL Regency Kauai Resort & Horizon Guest House, 337 Spa, 10–11, 424 The Islands at Mauna Lani, 338 Kiahuna Plantation, 424–425 Kilauea Lodge, 338 map, 420–421 King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Nihi Kai Villas, 12, 425 Hotel, 339 Outrigger at Lae Nani, 426 Kona Billfisher, 12, 339 overview, 417–418 Kona By The Sea, 340 Poipu Kapili Resort, 426 Kona Tiki Hotel, 340 Princeville Resort Kauai, 11, 427 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 510
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accommodations (continued) accommodations, Oahu. See also Secret Beach Hideaway, 427–128 Oahu Sheraton Kauai Resort, 428 Aqua Bamboo, 129, 132 Sugar Mill Cottages, 428–429 Aston Coconut Plaza, 132 top picks, 10–11, 12 Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, Waikomo Stream Villas, 429 132–133 Wailua Bay View, 429 Aston Waikiki Beachside Waimea Plantation Cottages, Hotel, 133 30, 430 The Breakers, 133–134 Whaler’s Cove, 430 cost, 32 accommodations, Maui. See also Halekulani, 10, 134–135 Maui Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki & Golf Aston at the Maui Banyan, 229 Club, 135–136 benefits and drawbacks, 33–34 Hawaiian Hotel, 135 Best Western Pioneer Inn, 235 Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Fairmont Kea Lani, 11, 235 Resort & Spa, 136 Four Seasons Resort Maui at Ilima Hotel, 137 Wailea, 236 JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa, Grand Wailea Resort & Spa, 121–122, 137–138 10, 236–237 Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hotel Hana-Maui, 10, 237 Hawaii, 138 The Inn at Mama’s Fish House, map, 130–131 237–238 New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel, Kaanapali Alii, 238 138–139 Kaanapali Beach Hotel, Ohana Islander Waikiki, 139 10, 238–239 Outrigger Waikiki on the Kahana Sunset, 239 Beach, 140 Kapalua Bay Hotel & Ocean Villas, Patrick Winston’s Waikiki Condos, 239–240 140–141 Koa Resort, 240 Royal Garden at Waikiki Hotel, 141 Lahaina Shores Beach Resort, Royal Hawaiian, 141–142 240–241 Sheraton Moana Surfrider, 142 Mana Kai Maui, 241 Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, 143 map, 230–234 top picks, 10–11 Maui Coast Hotel, 241–242 W Honolulu, 143–144 Napili Bay, 242 Waikiki Beach Marriott, 11, 144 Napili Kai Beach Resort, 242–243 Waikiki Beachcomber, 11, 144–145 Noelani Condominium Resort, Waikiki Joy Hotel, 145 11, 243 Waikiki Parc, 145–146 Ohana Maui Islander, 244 Waikiki Sand Villa, 146 Outrigger Palms at Wailea, 244 Waikiki Shore, 146–147 overview, 228–229 Ackerman Gallery, 404 Plantation Inn, 244–245 Action Sports Surf School, 285 Punahoa Beach Apartments, 245 Ahi’s Restaurant, 149 Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, 245–246 Air Canada, 69, 76 Sheraton Maui, 246 air travel top picks, 10–11 to Big Island, 320–321 Wailea Marriott, 247 carriers, 69–70, 506 Westin Maui, 247–248 fares, 57–58, 70–73 The Whaler on Kaanapali illness, 104 Beach, 248 interisland flight, 58, 78–79, 107 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 511
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to Kauai, 411 art museum, 195, 314 lost identification, 68 Asian cuisine, 24, 496, 499 to Maui, 217, 220 Aston at the Maui Banyan, 229 multiple island itinerary, 40–41 Aston Coconut Plaza, 132 to Oahu, 113–115 Aston Islander on the Beach, 419 package tours, 75–76 Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, 132–133 security, 107–108 Aston Waikiki Beachside Hotel, 133 Airport Waikiki Express Shuttle, ATA Vacations, 76 115–120 Atlantis Adventures, 187, 283 Akaka Falls, 395–396 ATM, 66, 504 Ala Moana Beach Park, 171 attractions Ala Moana Center, 122, 206–207 average cost, 60 Alan Wong’s Restaurant, 12, 149 local culture, 487–494 alcohol, 500–501, 504 top picks, 15–17 Alii Cab, 226 attractions, Big Island. See also Big Allerton & McBryde Gardens, Island 17, 470–471 beaches, 364–371 Allerton Gardens, 101 benefits and drawbacks, 35–37 Aloha ’Aina Café, 182 cruises, 372–375, 406 Aloha Airlines, 69, 78–79 fishing, 377–378 Aloha Beach Resort, 418–419 fluming, 377 Aloha Beach Service, 187 gardens, 100, 396, 397 Aloha Classic World Windsurfing golfing, 400–402 Championships, 51–52 guided tours, 379–383, 396–397 Aloha Destination Vacations, 75 helicopter tours, 382–383 Aloha Festivals, 50–51 hiking, 379–382, 383–389 Aloha Mixed Plate, 251 horseback riding, 393, 396 Aloha Sunrise Inn, 432 luaus, 361 Aloha Sunset Inn, 432 map, 366–367 Aloha Tower Marketplace, 207 museums, 388, 391, 399 aloha wear, 27, 493 nightlife, 37, 405–407 Alohilani Bed & Breakfast, 431 parks, 383–389 American Airlines, 69, 76 performing arts, 406 American Express, 67, 76, 503 scuba diving, 375–377 American Foundation for the snorkeling, 371–372 Blind, 96 top picks, 16, 17 American Trans Air, 70 volcano adventures, 380, Anaehoomalu Bay (A-Bay), 368 383–389, 407 Anara Spa, 478–479 whale-watching, 373–374 Animal Quarantine, 96 zoo, 399 Anini Beach, 14, 457 attractions, Kauai. See also Kauai Anna Bannanas, 213 beaches, 14, 37, 453–461 Annual Hawaiian Cultural benefits, 38 Festival, 49 cruises, 463–464, 482 Annual Hawaiian International fishing, 466 Billfish Tournament, 50 gardens, 17, 470–471, 473–474 antiques, 310–311 golfing, 476–478 Aqua Bamboo, 129, 132 guided tours, 467–470 aquarium, 307–308 helicopter tours, 468–470 Arancino, 149, 154 hiking, 474, 475, 476 architecture, 22–24 horseback riding, 478 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 512
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attractions, Kauai (continued) cruises, 184–186, 213 kayaking, 464–465 cultural center, 202–203, 204 luaus, 449–450, 482 fishing, 190 movie theaters, 480 gardens, 194 museums, 471–472 golfing, 203–206 nightlife, 482–483 guided tours, 190–192 parks, 16, 472–475 hiking trails, 194, 196–197 scuba diving, 466–467 kiteboarding, 188–189 snorkeling, 461–463 luaus, 167 spas, 478–479 map, 172–175 surfing, 465–466 museums, 191–195, 199, 201 top picks, 16–17 nightlife, 33, 210–213 wildlife refuge, 472 Pearl Harbor, 198–200 attractions, Maui. See also Maui scuba diving, 189 aquarium, 307–308 shark adventures, 186–187 beaches, 273–279 snorkeling, 177–178, 183 benefits, 33–34 submarine rides, 187 biking, 295–297 surfing, 187–188, 204 cave exploring, 304 theme parks, 200–201 concerts, 316 top picks, 15, 17 cruises, 280–283, 314 whale-watching, 184 fishing, 287 windsurfing, 188–189 gardens, 301, 302 zoo, 195–196 golfing, 308–310 Auntie Genoa Keawe, 212–213 guided tours, 288–289 hang gliding, 304 helicopter tours, 290 • B • hiking, 289–290, 295 baby sitter, 270, 362 horseback riding, 304 BabyCenter, 93 kayaking, 283–284 Baby’s Away, 93 kiteboarding, 286 Bailey House Museum, 306 luaus, 268–270 Bailey’s Antiques and Aloha museums, 306, 307, 314 Shirts, 209 nightlife, 34, 314–316 Baldwin Home Museum, 307 parks, 301, 302 Bamboo Jungle House, 431 performing arts, 315 Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery, 348 resource guide, 288 Bambulei, 480 scuba diving, 286–287 Banyan Veranda, 154, 212 snorkeling, 279–280, 281–283 Banzai Pipeline/Ehukai Beach submarine rides, 283 Park, 181 surfing, 285–286 bars. See clubs top picks, 15–16, 17 Basically Books, 27, 405 volcano adventures, 295–297 Battleship Missouri Memorial, whale-watching, 46, 284 199–200 windsurfing, 286 B&B. See bed-and-breakfast attractions, Oahu. See also Beach House Beach, 459–460 beaches, Oahu; Oahu; Beach House Restaurant, 433, 436 parks, Oahu Beach Tree Bar & Grill, 348–349 aquarium, 198 beaches benefits, 32 Big Island, 364–371 cattle ranch, 202 Kauai, 14, 37, 453–461 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 513
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Maui, 273–279 Bishop Museum, 15, 192–193 safety, 170, 265 Bite Me Sportfishing, 378 sea changes, 44–45 Black Sand (Punaluu) Beach top picks, 13–14 Park, 370 wedding plans, 100–101 Blue Dolphin, 406 beaches, Oahu Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, leeward coast, 182 290, 382–383 map, 172–175 Blue Water Rafting, 281 North Shore, 180–182 boat tour. See cruise overview, 170 Bobby Baker’s Maui Sun Divers, 287 Waikiki Coast and East Oahu, Bocalino, 316 171–178 Body Glove Cruises, 373 Windward Coast, 178–180 books, recommended, 26–27, 95 Bed & Breakfast Hawaii, 87 bookstore, 27, 208, 312, 404, 405 Bed & Breakfast Honolulu, 147 boutique hotel, 86 bed-and-breakfast (B&B) The Breakers, 133–134 Hana accommodations, 249 breakfast, 269 Kauai accommodations, 430–431 Brennecke’s Beach Broiler, 436 money-saving tips, 63, 90 Brew Moon, 154–155 overview, 86–87 Brick Oven Pizza, 436–437 BedandBreakfast.com, 87 Brown-Kobayashi, 311 Bello Realty, 249 Brown’s Beach House, 13, 349–350 Best Western Pioneer Inn, 235 Bubba’s Hawaii, 437 Big Bugga Sportswear, 313 Bubbles Below Scuba Charters, Big Island. See also 466–467 accommodations, Big Island; bucket shop, 72–73 attractions, Big Island; dining, budget, 57–66 Big Island bus bus, 326 Big Island, 326 crowds, 45 etiquette, 127 doctor, 362 Maui, 226, 288–289 multiple island vacation, 40–41 Oahu, 115–120, 125–127 neighborhoods, 321–325 to Pearl Harbor, 198 orientation map, 322–323 Buzz’s Original Steak House, 155 overview, 35–37, 319 police, 363 shopping, 37, 389, 402–405 • C • taxi, 363 Cafe Hanalei, 437 tourist information, 362 Cafe Pesto, 350 travel in, 326–328 Caffè Coco, 438 travel to, 320–321 calendar of events, 45–53 wedding locations, 100 Capt. Andy’s Sailing Adventures, Big Island Country Club, 400 463–464, 482 Big Island Grill, 349 Captain Bob’s Sailing Adventure, 184 Big Island Visitors Bureau, 397 Captain Dan McSweeney’s Year- biking, 51, 295–297 Round Whale-Watching Bird of Paradise: Unique Learning Adventures, 373–374 Antiques, 311 Captain Sundown, 464 bird-watching, 381 Captain Zodiac Raft Expeditions, 374 birth certificate, 68 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 514
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car rental money-saving tips, 64 agencies, 79–80, 507–508 Oahu bus travel, 126 convertible, 82 scuba diving, 375 costs, 58–59 shows, 315–316 insurance, 82, 83 snorkeling tips, 462 money-saving tips, 64, 80–81 tips for successful travel, 93–94 safety, 83 Chinatown, 123 senior discounts, 94 Chinese New Year, 46–47 traveler with disability, 96–97 Ching Young Village, 481 car travel Cholo’s Homestyle Mexican, 157 Big Island, 326–328 Christmas, 53 direction-asking etiquette, 491 Ciao Mein, 157 driving rules, 83, 493–494 Cindy’s Lei and Flower Shops, 210 Haleakala National Park, CJ’s Deli & Diner, 256 291, 293–295 Classic Vacation Cottages, 419 Heavenly Road to Hana, 15–16, climate, 43–45, 505–506 297–304 clothes, appropriate, 294, 387, 493 in Kauai, 416–417 clothing store in Maui, 220, 224–226 Big Island, 403, 405 in Oahu, 115–120, 122–125 Kauai, 480–481 safety, 226 Maui, 311–313 carry-on bag, 108 Oahu, 206–209 Carson’s Volcano Cottages, 329, 332 clubs Casa Blanca, 438–439 Big Island, 406 Casa di Amici, 439 Kauai, 482 Casanova, 316 Maui, 316 cash, 66 Oahu, 212–213 cattle ranch, 202, 394, 496 Coconut Coast, 414, 453–456, cave exploring, 304 479–480 Célébrités, 311 Coconut Marketplace, 479–480 cellphone, 105 coffee, 500 Cha Cha Cha, 155–156 The Coffee Shack, 350–351 Chai’s Island Bistro, 210, 213 Compadres Mexican Bar & Chalet Kilauea Collection, 332, Grill, 256 344–345 concert, 316 Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon, condo 251, 254 benefits for families, 93 The Charter Desk at Honokohau Big Island accommodations, Marina, 378 344–345 Charter Services Hawaii, 378 costs, 61 Cheeseburger in Paradise, Kauai accommodations, 431–433 156, 254, 314 Maui accommodations, 242, Cheeseburgers, Mai Tais & Rock ’n’ 248–250 Roll, 254 money-saving tips, 59, 63, 90 Chef Mavro, 12, 156–157 Oahu accommodations, 147 Chez Paul, 254, 256 overview, 87–88 children, travel with Condominium Rentals Hawaii, 250 accommodations, 92–94 consolidator, 72–73 baby sitters, 270, 362 The Contemporary Museum, 193 hotel activity programs, 93 Continental Airlines, 70, 76 Internet travel sites, 93 Cosmos, 74 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 515
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credit card, 66–68, 81–82, 504 Kona Brewing Co., 355 crowds, 45 Lava Rock Cafe, 355–356 cruise Maha’s Cafe, 356 Big Island, 372–375, 406 map, 346–347 Kauai, 463–464, 482 Merriman’s Restaurant, 356–357 Maui, 280–283, 314 Ocean Sushi Deli, 357 Oahu, 184–186, 213 Oodles of Noodles, 357–358 Curtis Wilson Cost Gallery, 311 overview, 345, 348 Pahu i’a, 358 Pescatore Italian Restaurant, • D • 358–359 Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill, 359 Da’ Kitchen, 257 Seaside Restaurant & Aqua dancing, 48, 212–213, 406 Farm, 359 deep vein thrombosis, 104 Sibu Cafe, 360 Delta Airlines, 70, 76 Thai Rin, 360 Destination Lanai, 40 Thai Thai Restaurant, 360 Destination Resorts Hawaii, 248 top picks, 13 DFS Galleria, 207–208 Tres Hombres Beach Grill, 361 Diamond Head Crater, 194 dining, Kauai. See also Kauai Diamond Head Waikiki, 121 Beach House Restaurant, 433, 436 dining benefits, 38 average costs, 59–60, 61 Brennecke’s Beach Broiler, 436 food terminology, 497–499 Brick Oven Pizza, 436–437 gratuity, 251 Bubba’s Hawaii, 437 island-dining tips, 495–502 Cafe Hanalei, 437 local cuisine, 24 Caffè Coco, 438 pricing conventions, 2–3 Duke’s Canoe Club, 440 reservations, 109 Hamura’s Saimin Stand, 440 tax, 251, 433 Hanalei Dolphin, 441 top picks, 12–13 Hanalei Gourmet, 441 dining, Big Island. See also Joe’s on the Green, 442 Big Island Keoki’s Paradise, 442 Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery, 348 La Playita Azul, 442–443 Beach Tree Bar & Grill, 348–349 Lappert’s Ice Cream, 449 benefits, 36 Lemongrass Grill Seafood & Sushi Big Island Grill, 349 Bar, 443 Brown’s Beach House, 13, 349–350 Lighthouse Bistro, 443 Cafe Pesto, 350 Mango Mama’s, 444 The Coffee Shack, 350–351 map, 434–435 Donatoni’s, 351 Mema Thai Chinese Cuisine, 444 Edward’s at Kanaloa, 351–352 Norberto’s El Cafe, 444 Fiascos, 352 Ono Family Restaurant, 445 Hard Rock Cafe, 348 overview, 433 Huggo’s, 352 A Pacific Cafe, 445 Kaikodo, 13, 353 Pau Hana Pizza & Kilauea Bakery, Keei Cafe, 353 445–446 Kenichi Pacific, 354 Plantation Gardens Restaurant, 446 Ken’s House of Pancakes, 354 Postcards Cafe, 446–447 Kilauea Lodge & Restaurant, 354–355 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 516
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dining, Kauai (continued) Stella Blues Cafe, 267 Roy’s Poipu Bar & Grill, 13, 447 Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Cafe, Sushi & Blues, 447 267–268 top picks, 13 top picks, 12–13 Waimea Brewing Company, 448 Vino, 268 Wrangler’s Steakhouse, 448 dining, Oahu. See also Oahu Zelo’s Beach House, 448 Ahi’s Restaurant, 149 dining, Maui. See also Maui Alan Wong’s Restaurant, 149 Aloha Mixed Plate, 251 Aloha ’Aina Café, 182 benefits, 34 Arancino, 149, 154 Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon, Banyan Veranda, 154 251, 254 Brew Moon, 154–155 Cheeseburger in Paradise, 254 Buzz’s Original Steak House, 155 Cheeseburgers, Mai Tais & Cha Cha Cha, 155–156 Rock ’n’ Roll, 254 Cheeseburger in Paradise, 156 Chez Paul, 254, 256 Chef Mavro, 156–157 CJ’s Deli & Diner, 256 Cholo’s Homestyle Mexican, 157 Compadres Mexican Bar Ciao Mein, 157 & Grill, 256 Don Ho’s Island Grill, 157–158, 213 Da’ Kitchen, 257 Duke’s Canoe Club, 158 Fish & Game Brewing Company Gordon Biersch Brewery & Rotisserie, 257–258 Restaurant, 158–159 Gerard’s, 258 Hau Tree Lanai, 159 Haliimaile General Store, 258 Helena’s Hawaiian Food, 159–160 Hana Ranch Restaurant, 259 House Without a Key, 160 Hotel Hana-Maui Main Dining Hy’s Steak House, 160 Room, 259 Indigo, 161 Hula Grill, 259–260 Jameson’s by the Sea, 161 I’o, 260 Kakaako Kitchen, 161–162 Joe’s Bar & Grill, 260–261 Kimo’Z, 162 Kimo’s, 261 Kua Aina Sandwich, 162–163 Kula Lodge & Restaurant, 269 L’Uraku, 163 Kula Sandalwoods Restaurant, 269 map, 150–153 Lahaina Coolers, 261 Orchids, 163 The Maalaea Waterfront overview, 148 Restaurant, 262 Pah Ke’s Chinese Restaurant, 164 Mama’s Fish House, 12–13, 262 Parc Cafe, 164 Mañana Garage, 263 Pineapple Room, 164–165 maps, 233–234, 252–253, 255 Roy’s Restaurant — Honolulu, 165 Maui Tacos, 263 Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch, Nick’s Fishmarket, 264 Crab, & Big Aloha Brewery, overview, 250–251 165–166 Pizza Paradise, 264 Side Street Inn, 166 The Plantation House, 264–265 Singha Thai Cuisine, 166 Roy’s Kahana Bar & Grill, 265 Sushi Sasabune, 167 Roy’s Kihei, 265 top picks, 12 Roy’s Nicolina Restaurant, 265 disability, traveler with, 95–97, 126 A Saigon Cafe, 265–266 discount Sansei Seafood Restaurant & airfare, 70–73 Sushi Bar, 266 car rental, 80–81 Sarento’s on the Beach, 266 escorted tour, 73–74 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 517
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money-saving tips, 62–63 escorted tour, 73–74 package tour, 74–77 Esprit, 212 senior traveler, 62, 63, 94–95 ethnic cuisine, 24, 496, 499 Dive Kauai Scuba Center, 467 E-ticket, 107 diving. See scuba diving events calendar, 45–53 doctor Ewa Waikiki, 121 Big Island, 362 Expedia.com, 63, 71 Kauai, 451 Maui, 270–271 Oahu, 168 • F • pretravel arrangements, 104 Fair Wind Cruises, 109, 374 dog, 96 Fairmont Kea Lani, 11, 235 Dole Pineapple Plantation, 204 The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Dolphin Excursions, 109, 125, 184 332, 334 Don Ho show, 210–211 fall, 42–43, 50–52 Don Ho’s Island Grill, 157–158, 213 family travel Donatoni’s, 351 accommodations, 92–94 Dondero’s, 439 baby sitters, 270, 362 dondi ho, 480 hotel activity programs, 93 Dovetail Gallery and Design, 403 Internet travel sites, 93 Dragon Mama, 405 money-saving tips, 64 Dream Cruises, 185, 213 Oahu bus travel, 126 driver’s license, 107 scuba diving, 375 drug store. See prescriptions shows, 315–316 Drums of Paradise Luau, 449–450 snorkeling tips, 462 D.T. Fleming Beach Park, 100 tips for successful travel, 93–94 Duane’s Ono-Char Burger, 439–440 Family Travel Files, 93 Duke Kahanamoku Beach, 171, 176 Family Travel Forum, 93 Duke’s Canoe Club, 158, 212, Family Travel Network, 93 440, 482 Fathom Five Divers, 467 Duke’s Surf Shop, 279 Feast at Lele, 18, 269 The Dunes at Maui Lani, 308 Fern Grotto, 471 duty-free shopping, 208 festival, 47–52, 109 Fiascos, 352 fire-knife dancing, 48 • E • Fish & Game Brewing Company E Noa Tours, 191 & Rotisserie, 257–258 Easter, 47–48 fishing Eco Adventures, 375 annual tournament, 50 economy-class syndrome, 104 Big Island, 377–378 ecowalk, 192 Kauai, 466 Ed Robinson’s Diving Maui, 287 Adventures, 287 Oahu, 190 Edward’s at Kanaloa, 351–352 505 Front Street Beach, 285 Ehukai Beach Park, 181 flightseeing. See helicopter tour Ekahi Tours, 288 Flumin’ da Ditch, 377 Elderhostel, 94–95 fluming, 377 Elephant Walk, 480 food festival, 49, 51, 109 e-mail, 105–106 food terminology, 498–499 E-savers, 72 football, 46, 47 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 518
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Foster Botanical Gardens, 194 gratuity, 251 Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Gray’s Beach, 176 10, 334 Great Maui Whale Festival, 47 Four Seasons Resort Maui at Green Sand (Papakolea) Beach, Wailea, 236 370–371 fraud, 68 guided tour frequent flier/traveler program, advance planning, 109 62, 79, 80, 81 Big Island, 379–383, 396–397 fruit, 496, 500 Kauai, 467–470 furniture, 22–23 Maui, 288–289 Oahu, 190–192 • G • gallery • H • Big Island, 389, 403, 404 Hale ’Aha, 431 Hana, 302 Hale Mana, 481 Kauai, 480, 481 Hale Manu Bed & Breakfast, 431 Maui, 311, 313 Hale Ohia Cottages, 334, 336 Oahu, 209 Hale O’O Maha, 431 Garden of Eden Arboretum and Haleakala, 227 Botanical Garden, 301 Haleakala Bike Company, 296 gardens Haleakala National Park, 43, 287, Big Island, 100, 396, 397 291–297 Kauai, 17, 470–471, 473–474 Haleiwa, 204–205 Maui, 301, 302 Halekulani, 10, 134–135 Oahu, 194 Halemaumau Overlook, 388 gas prices, 58, 64, 82 Haliimaile General Store, 258 Gay and Lesbian Community Halloween, 52 Center, 98 Hamakua Coast, 395–396 gay and lesbian traveler, 97–98 Hamoa Beach, 279, 304 Gay Community Resource Hamura’s Saimin Stand, 440 Directory, 98 Hana, 223, 249, 259, 302–304 Gerard’s, 258 Hana Coast Gallery, 302 Gloria’s Spouting Horn Bed & Hana Cultural Center and Breakfast, 422 Museum, 303 Gloria’s Vacation Rentals, 433 Hana Hou, 405 Golden Age Passport, 95 Hana Ranch Restaurant, 259 golf Hanalei Bay Resort, 422–423 Big Island, 400–402 Hanalei Beach, 100, 458 Kauai, 476–478 Hanalei Colony Resort, 423 Maui, 308–310 Hanalei Dolphin, 441 Oahu, 203–206 Hanalei Dolphin Fish Market, 441 top picks, 17 Hanalei Gourmet, 441 tournaments, 46, 52 Hanalei North Shore Properties, 432 Golf Hawaii Card, 400 Hanalei Paradise Vacation Gordon Biersch Brewery Rentals, 432 Restaurant, 158–159 Hanalei Surf Company, 466, 481 Grand Wailea Resort & Spa, Hanauma Bay, 13–14, 177–178, 183 10, 236–237 Handicabs of the Pacific, 97 Grantham Resorts, 432 hang gliding, 304 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 519
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Hans Hedemann Surf School, 188 Heavenly Road to Hana, 15, 226, Hapa’s Nightclub, 316 297–304 Happy Kauaian, 480 Helena’s Hawaiian Food, 159–160 Happy Talk Lounge, 483 helicopter tour Hapuna Beach, 14, 100, 365 Big Island, 382–383 Hapuna Golf Course, 400–401 costs, 60, 61 Hard Rock Cafe, 315, 348 Kauai, 468–470 Hasegawa General Store, 302 Maui, 290 Hau Tree Lanai, 159 safety, 383, 469 Hawaii. See Big Island top pick attractions, 17 Hawaii Beach Boys Services, Hideaway Beach, 457 187–188 Hike Maui, 289 Hawaii Beachfront Vacation Homes, hiking 88, 147 Big Island, 379–382, 383–389 Hawaii Colors Gallery, 403 Kauai, 474, 475, 476 Hawaii Condo Exchange, 63, 88, 90 Maui, 289–290, 295 Hawaii Directory of Bed-and- Oahu, 194, 196–197 Breakfasts, Country Inns, and top picks, 16 Small Hotels, 87, 88 Hilo Hawaii Forest & Trail, 16, 109, 379 attractions, 370–371, 397–399 Hawaii International Film map, 398 Festival, 52 overview, 325 Hawaii International Jazz Festival, shopping, 404–405 50, 109 Hilo Hattie, 209, 312, 403 Hawaii Maritime Center, 194–195 Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 336 Hawaii Movie Tours, 467–468 Hilo International Airport, 321 Hawaii Nature Center — Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Iao Valley, 306 Resort & Spa, 136 Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki & Golf Hilton Waikoloa Village, 336 Club, 135–136 history, Hawaiian, 19–22 Hawaii Resort Management, 344 HMV tour, 382 Hawaii Services on Deafness, 96 Holo Ka’a Public Transit, 226 Hawaii State Art Museum, 195 Holualoa, 389–390, 403–404 Hawaii Tropical Botanical Holualoa Gallery, 403 Garden, 396 Holualoa Inn, 337 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Holualoa Ukulele Gallery, 403 35, 362, 383–389 Honolua/Mokuleia Bay Marine Life Hawaiian Airlines, 70, 79 Conservation District, 276 Hawaiian Hotel, 135 Honolulu Hawaiian Island Surf and Sport, 285 attractions, 192–198 Hawaiian islands, 29–30, 31. See maps, 116–117, 174–175 also specific islands travel in, 122–123, 125–128 Hawaiian Music Store, 311, 315 Honolulu Academy of the Arts, 195 Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, 384 Honolulu International Airport, 113 Hawaiian Walkways, 381–382 Honolulu Marathon, 52–53 Hawaiian Waters Adventure Honolulu Marriage License Park, 201 Office, 99 Hawaii’s Best Bed & Breakfasts, Honolulu Sailing Co., 185 87, 88, 147 Honolulu Surf Co., 311 Hawaii’s Plantation Village, 201 Honolulu Zoo, 195–196 hearing-impaired traveler, 96 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 520
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Hookipa Beach Park, family travel sites, 93 14, 278–279, 286 money-saving tips, 63, 64, 90–91 Horizon Guest House, 337 I’o, 260 horseback riding, 304, 393, 396, 478 Iolani Palace, 123, 196 hospital iPass network, 107 Big Island, 362 Ironman Triathlon World Kauai, 451 Championship, 51 Maui, 271 Island Air, 220 Oahu, 168 Island Helicopters, 469 Hot Island Glass Studio & The Islands at Mauna Lani, 338 Gallery, 313 itinerary, 40–41 hotel. See accommodations Hotel Coral Reef, 423–424 Hotel Hana-Maui, 10, 237 • J • Hotel Hana-Maui Main Dining Jack Harter tours, 469 Room, 259 Jack’s Diving Locker, 375 Hotels.com, 63 Jameson’s by the Sea, 161 Hotwire, 71–72, 91 jazz festival, 50, 109 House Without a Key, 160, 212 Jim Saylor Jewelers, 480 Huggo’s, 352 Joe’s Bar & Grill, 260–261 Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center, 314 Hula Bowl Maui All-Star Football Joe’s on the Green, 442 Classic, 46 JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa, Hula Fest, 46 121–122, 137–138 Hula Girl, 480 Hula Grill, 259–260 Hulihee Palace, 390–391 • K • Hurricane, 313 Ka Lae (South Point) Beach, Hyatt Regency Kauai Resort & Spa, 370–371 10–11, 424 Kaaiea Bridge, 300 Hy’s Steak House, 160 Kaanapali, 222, 232, 311–312 Kaanapali Alii, 238 Kaanapali Beach, 14, 276–277 • I • Kaanapali Beach Hotel, 11, 238–239 Iao Valley State Monument, 306–307 Kaanapali Golf Courses, 309 identity theft, 68 Kaena Point State Park, 182 Ilima Hotel, 137 Kahala, 121 illness, 104, 281 Kahala Mandarin Oriental Independence Day, 49 Hawaii, 138 Indigo, 161 Kahaluu Beach Park, 14, 369 The Inn at Mama’s Fish House, Kahana, 222, 233 237–238 Kahana Sunset, 239 InnSite, 87 Kahanu Garden, 302 insurance, 73, 82–83, 102–104 Kahilu Theatre, 406 interisland flight, 58, 78–79, 107 Kahului, 221, 227 International Gay & Lesbian Travel Kahului Airport, 217, 220 Association, 97 Kahuna Canyon, 189 Internet Kai Kane’s, 481 access, 105–107 Kaikodo, 13, 353 booking tips, 71–72 Kailua Beach, 178–179 car rental discounts, 80–81 Kailua-Kona, 324, 389–391, 402–403 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 521
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Kakaako Kitchen, 161–162 Keanakakoi Crater, 388 Kalaheo, 416 Keawali Congregational Kalahuipuaa Fishponds, 391 Church, 100 Kalihiwai Beach, 456–457 Kee Beach State Park, 458–459 kama’aina house, 22 Keei Cafe, 353 Kamanu Charters, 375 Kenichi Pacific, 354 Kamaole III Beach Park, 277 Ken’s House of Pancakes, 354 Kamehameha Garment Keoki’s Paradise, 442, 482 Company, 311 Kiahuna Golf Club, 477 Kanaha Beach Park, 286 Kiahuna Plantation, 424–425 Kapalua, 222, 233 Kihei, 223 Kapalua Bay Hotel & Ocean Villas, Kihei Taxi, 226 239–240 Kilauea Lodge, 338, 354–355 Kapalua Beach, 276 Kilauea Point: National Wildlife Kapalua Golf Club, 309 Refuge, 472 Kapalua Villas, 248–249 Kilauea Visitor Center, 387 Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, Kimo’s, 261 49, 109 Kimo’Z, 162 Kapiolani Park, 100 Kimura’s Lauhala Shop, 403 Kauai. See also accommodations, King Kamehameha Day, 48–49 Kauai; attractions, Kauai; King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach dining, Kauai Hotel, 339 doctor, 451 kiteboarding, 188–189, 286 orientation map, 412–413 Knutson & Associates, 344 overview, 37–38 Ko Olina Golf Club, 205 police, 452 Ko Olina Ocean Adventures, 185 prescriptions, 452 Ko Olina Resort, 121–122 resort areas, 414–416 Koa Resort, 240 shopping, 479–482 Kohala Book Shop, 27, 404 taxi, 414, 416, 452 Kohala Coast tourist information, 451 accommodations, 335 travel in, 416–417 beaches, 14, 100, 265 travel to, 411–414 dining, 345 wedding locations, 100–101 overview, 324 Kauai Coconut Beach Luau, 450 Kokee State Park, 472–475 Kauai Lagoons Golf Courses, Koloa Plantation Days, 50 476–477 Kona Billfisher, 12, 339 Kauai Museum, 471–472 Kona Brewing Co., 355 Kauai Taxi Company, 414 Kona By The Sea, 340 Kauai Vacation Rentals, 432 Kona Coast Kauai Visitors Bureau, 451 accommodations, 333 Kaumahina State Wayside Park, 301 attractions, 375–376, 378, 380 Kaunaoa Beach, 368 beaches, 368–369 Kayak Kauai Outbound, 461, 465 Kona Coast Divers, 376 Kayak Wailua, 465 Kona Coast State Park, 368–369 kayaking, 283–284, 464–465 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, 52 Ke Iki Beach/Pupukea Beach Kona Historical Society Park, 181 Museum, 391 Kealakekua Bay, 16 Kona Inn Shopping Village, 402 Kealia Beach, 456 Kona Tiki Hotel, 340 Keanae Lookout, 301 Kona Village Luau, 18, 109 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 522
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Kona Village Resort, 10, 340–341 Lin’s Lei Shop, 210 Kong Lung Company, 480–481 Lita’s Leis, 210 Koolau Forest Reserve, 300 Local Motion, 188 Kua Aina Sandwich, 162–163 Long’s Drugs, 452 Kualoa Ranch Activity Club & lost items, 67–68, 103, 504 Secret Island, 202 Lotus Gallery of Fine Art, 481 Kualoa Regional Park, 179–180 Luana Limousine, 321 Kuhio Beach, 176 luau Kula Lodge & Restaurant, 269 Big Island, 361 Kula Sandalwoods Restaurant, 269 Kauai, 449–450, 482 Kupanaha, 315–316 Maui, 268–270 Oahu, 167 reservations, 109, 268 • L • tips, 501–502 top picks, 17–18 La Playita Azul, 442–443 Luau Kilohana, 450 Lahaina luggage, 82, 103, 108 accommodations, 232, 240–241 L’Uraku, 163 attractions, 286–287, 307 luxury resort. See also specific dining, 250, 255 resorts nightlife, 314–315 Big Island, 329 overview, 222, 307 Lanai, 39 shopping, 311–312 Maui, 228 Lahaina Cannery Mall, 312 overview, 85–86 Lahaina Coolers, 261 top picks, 10–11 Lahaina Divers, 286–287 Waikiki, 121–122 Lahaina Shores Beach Resort, Lydgate State Beach Park, 456 240–241 Lyman Museum, 399 Lahela Ocean Adventures, 466 Lanai, 39–40, 280–281, 286 language, 25–26, 123, 488–491 Lanikai Beach, 100, 179 • M • Lappert’s Ice Cream, 449, 480 The Maalaea Waterfront Lava Rock Cafe, 355–356 Restaurant, 262 Lawai Beach (Beach House) Beach, MacGregor Point, 284 459–460 Magic of Polynesia, 211 Legend Sport Fishing, 190 Magic Sands Beach, 369 Lei Day, 48, 109 magic show, 315–316 lei, shopping for, 209–210 Maha’s Cafe, 356 Lei Spa Maui, 312 Mahaulepu Beach, 460 Leilani’s on the Beach, 316 mai tai cocktail, 500 Leleiwi Beach Park, 370 MaiTai Catamaran, 186, 213 Lemongrass Grill Seafood & Sushi Makaha Resort Golf Club, 205 Bar, 443 Makapuu Point State Wayside, Liberty Travel, 75 196–197 Lighthouse Bistro, 443 Makawao, 313–314 Lihue, 479 Makena Golf Club, 309–310 Lihue Airport, 411 Makena (Maluaka) Beach, 278 Liko Kauai Cruises, 464 Malaekahana State Recreation Liluokalani Gardens, 100, 397 Area, 180 Limahuli Garden, 473–474 Malolo Lounge, 406 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 523
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Maluaka (Makena) Beach, 278 doctor, 270–271 Mama’s Fish House, 12–13, 262 multiple island vacation, 40–41 Mana Kai Maui, 241 neighborhoods, 221–223 Mañana Garage, 263 orientation map, 218–219 Mango Mama’s, 444 overview, 33–34 maps package tour, 228–229 Haleakala National Park, 292 police, 271–272 Hana, 303 shopping, 34, 310–315 Hawaiian Volcanoes National taxi, 221, 226, 272 Park, 385 tourist information, 271 Heavenly Road to Hana, 298 travel in, 220–221, 224–228 Hilo, 398 travel to, 217, 220 Honolulu, 116–117, 174–175 wedding locations, 100 islands overview, 31 Maui Arts and Cultural Center, 314 Kailua-Kona, 390 Maui Beachfront Rentals, Lahaina dining, 255 242, 249, 250 sources, 504 Maui Brews, 315 Waikiki, 116–117, 130–131 Maui Cave Adventures, 304 maps, Big Island Maui Central Cab, 226 accommodations, 330–331, Maui Classic Charters, 281–282 333, 335 Maui Coast Hotel, 241–242 attractions, 366–367 Maui County Fair, 51 dining, 346–347 Maui Crafts Guild, 313 overview, 322–323 Maui Eco-Adventures, 289 maps, Kauai Maui Film Festival at Wailea, 48 accommodations, 420–421 Maui Golf & Sports Park, 308 beaches, 454–455 Maui Hiking Safaris, 290 overview, 412–413 Maui Marathon, 50 restaurants, 434–435 Maui Myth & Magic Theatre, 315 maps, Maui Maui Ocean Center, 307–308 accommodations, 230–234 Maui Stables, 304 beaches, 274–275 Maui Tacos, 263 dining, 233–234, 252–253, 255 Mauka Makai Excursions, 192 overview, 218–219 Mauna Kea Beach, 368 roads, 227 Mauna Kea Galleries, 404 maps, Oahu Mauna Kea Golf Course, 401 accommodations, 130–131 Mauna Kea Summit Adventures, 382 attractions, 172–175 Mauna Kea Summit & Stars tour, dining, 150–153 380–381 overview, 114 Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & marathon, 50, 52–53 Bungalows, 341 marriage license, 98, 99–100 Mauna Lani Frances H. I’i Brown MasterCard, 67 Courses, 401 MasterCard Championship McBryde Garden, 17, 470–471 tournament, 46 medical insurance, 102, 103, 104 Matsumoto’s, 204–205 MedicAlert identification tag, 104 Maui. See also accommodations, medication. See prescriptions Maui; attractions, Maui; Mema Thai Chinese Cuisine, 444 dining, Maui Mercedes Championships, 46 bus, 226, 288–289 Merrie Monarch Hula Festival, crowds, 45 48, 109 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 524
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Merriman’s Restaurant, 356–357 Native Books and Beautiful Middle Earth Book Shoppe, 402 Things, 209 Mike Severns Diving, 287 Native Hawaiian Hospitality miniature golf, 308 Association, 191 Mission Houses Museum, 191–192 Nautilus Dive Center, 376 Mokapu Beach, 277 Navatek Cruises, 186, 213 Mokuaikaua Church, 391 Necessories Boutique, 313 Molokai, 38–39 New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel, Molokai Ranch Lodge & Beach 138–139 Villages, 39 newspaper, 271, 363, 452, 505 Molokai Visitors Association, 39 NFL Pro Bowl, 47 Molokini, 15, 280–281 Nick’s Fishmarket, 264 Moss Rehab ResourceNet, 96 nightlife movies Big Island, 37, 405–407 about Hawaii, 28 costs, 60–61 festivals, 48, 52 Kauai, 482–483 guided tours, 467–468 Lahaina, 314–315 Kauai theaters, 480 Maui, 34, 314–316 Mt. Waialeale, 38 Oahu, 33, 210–213 museums Nihi Kai Villas, 12, 425 Big Island, 388, 391, 399 Noelani Condominium Resort, Hana, 303 11, 243 Kauai, 471–472 Nohea Gallery, 209 Maui, 306, 307, 314 Norberto’s El Cafe, 444 Oahu, 191–195, 199, 201 North Kohala, 393, 404 top picks, 15 North Shore (Kauai) music beaches, 456–459 Big Island venues, 406 overview, 415 Kauai venues, 482–483 shopping, 480–481 Oahu venues, 212–213 North Shore (Oahu) stores, 311, 315 attractions, 180–182, 186–187 Haleiwa sites, 204–205 travel to, 124–125 • N • vacation rentals, 147 North Shore Shark Adventures, Na Mea Hawaii Store, 312 186–187 Na Pali Coast, 37 North Shore Surf and Cultural Na Pali Coast State Park, Museum, 204 16, 474–475 Northwest Airlines, 70, 76 Naish Hawaii, 147, 188–189 Nukumoi Surf Co., 465 Nancy C. Emerson School of Nuuanu Pali Lookout, 197 Surfing, 285 Napili, 222, 233, 242–243 Napili Bay, 242 Napili Kai Beach Resort, 242–243 • O • National Cemetery of the Pacific at Oahu. See also accommodations, Punchbowl Crater, 190, 197 Oahu; attractions, Oahu; National Tropical Botanical dining, Oahu Garden, 109 crowds, 45 doctors, 168 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 525
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multiple island vacation, 40–41 Pah Ke’s Chinese Restaurant, 164 neighborhoods, 120–122 Pahu i’a, 358 orientation map, 114 Paia, 313 overview, 30–33 Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, 399 police, 169 Paniolo Adventures, 393 shopping, 32–33, 179, 204–209 Papakolea (Green Sand) Beach, taxi, 115, 169 370–371 tourist information, 168 parade, 49 travel in, 115–120, 122–128 Paragon Sailing Charters, 282, 314 travel to, 113–115 Parc Cafe, 164 wedding locations, 100 Parker Ranch, 394 Oahu Visitors Bureau, 122 Parker Ranch Rodeo and Horse observatory, 380–381 Races, 49–50 Ocean Arts Festival, 47 parking fee, 58 Ocean Club, 213 parks Ocean Sushi Deli, 357 Big Island, 383–389 Ohana Helicopter Tours, 469–470 Kauai, 16, 472–475 Ohana Hotels & Resorts, 139 Maui, 301, 302 Ohana Islander Waikiki, 139 senior discounts, 95 Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort, 342 top picks, 15–17 Ohana Maui Islander, 244 parks, Oahu Oheo Gulch, 304 Kaena Point State Park, 182 Ohukai Park, 286 Kualoa Regional Park, 179–180 Ola’s, 481 Puu Ualakaa State Park, 197–198 Old Lahaina Book Emporium, 312 Waimea Falls Park, 203 Old Lahaina Luau, 17, 109, 270 passport, 68, 107 Old Nahiku Lookout, 302 Pau Hana Pizza & Kilauea Bakery, Ono Family Restaurant, 445 445–446 Oodles of Noodles, 357–358 Pearl Harbor, 198–200 Orbitz.com, 63, 71 Peavian Logic, 403 Orchids, 163 performing arts, 210–211, 315, 406 Out and About, 98 Perillo Tours, 74 Outfitters Kauai, 465 Pescatore Italian Restaurant, outlet store, 208–209 358–359 Outrigger at Lae Nani, 426 PGA Grand Slam of Golf, 52 Outrigger Kanaloa at Kona, 342 photo ID, 107 Outrigger Palms at Wailea, 244 picnicking, 179 Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff pineapple plantation, 204 Resort, 343 Pineapple Room, 164–165 Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, 140 Pipiwai Trail, 305 Pizza Paradise, 264 Plantation Gardens Restaurant, 446 • P • The Plantation House, 264–265 Plantation Inn, 244–245 A Pacific Cafe, 445 Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays, 75 Pacific Islands Reservations, 147 Poipu Bay Golf Course, 477 Pacific Ocean Holidays, 97 Poipu Beach Pacific Tsunami Museum, 399 beaches, 14, 37, 459–460 Pacific Whale Foundation, overview, 415 15, 282, 312 shopping, 481–482 package tour, 75–76, 81, 228–229 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 526
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Poipu Beach Park, 14, 37, 459 Poipu Kapili Resort, 426 • Q • police Queen’s Beach, 176 Big Island, 363 Queen’s Tour, 191 Kauai, 452 Maui, 271–272 Oahu, 169 Polihale State Beach Park, 460–461 • R • Polynesian Adventure Tours, rack rate, 88 191, 289, 379, 468 Rainbow Falls, 399 Polynesian Cultural Center, Rainbow Handbook Hawaii, 97 167, 202–203 rainfall, 37–38, 44 post office Red Sail Sports, 376, 406 Big Island, 363 Reel Action Light-Tackle Kauai, 452 Fishing, 378 Maui, 272 relaxation, 494 Oahu, 169 rental car. See car rental overview, 504 restaurants. See dining Postcards Cafe, 446–447 Reyn’s, 209 pregnant women, 387 Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, 47, 245–246 prescriptions Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Celebration of Big Island, 363 the Arts, 47 Kauai, 452 Roberts Hawaii, 191, 379 Maui, 271 rodeo, 49–50, 394 Oahu, 169 Royal Garden at Waikiki Hotel, 141 overview, 505 Royal Hawaiian, 141–142 pretravel arrangements, 104 Royal Hawaiian Luau, 109 Priceline, 71–72, 91 Royal Hawaiian Mai Tai Bar, 212 Prince Lot Hula Festival, 50 Royal Hawaiian Shopping Princeville Health Club & Spa, 479 Center, 208 Princeville Ranch Hike & Kayak, 465 Royal Luau at the Royal Princeville Ranch Stables, 478 Hawaiian, 167 Princeville Resort Golf Courses, Roy’s Kahana Bar & Grill, 265 477–478 Roy’s Kihei, 265 Princeville Resort Kauai, 11, 427 Roy’s Nicolina Restaurant, 265 Puaa Kaa State Wayside Park, 302 Roy’s Poipu Bar & Grill, 13, 447 Puako Petroglyph Archaeological Roy’s Restaurant — Honolulu, 165 District, 391–392 Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill, 359 Punahoa Beach Apartments, 245 Rumours Nightclub, 213 Punahou School Carnival, 47 Punaluu (Black Sand) Beach Park, 370 • S • Puohokamoa Falls, 301 safety Pupukea Beach Park, 181 airline security, 107–108 Puu Ualakaa State Park, 197–198 beaches, 170, 265 Puuhonua O Honaunau National car rental, 83 Historical Park, 16, 371–372, car travel, 226 392–393 credit card, 67 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 527
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helicopter tour, 383, 469 Sheraton Moana Surfrider, 142 Pearl Harbor, 198–199 Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, 143 sea changes, 44–45 Ship Store Galleries, 480 snorkeling, 183, 280 Shipman House Bed & Breakfast stolen wallet, 67–68 Inn, 343 sub ride, 187 Shop Pacifica, 209 sunscreen, 492 shopping swimming, 273 Big Island, 37, 389, 402–405 volcano adventures, 387 costs, 60–61, 500 A Saigon Cafe, 265–266 duty-free shops, 208 Sam Choy Poke Festival, 51 Kauai, 479–482 Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch, Crab, Maui, 34, 310–315 & Big Aloha Brewery, 165–166 money-saving tips, 65 Sandy Beach, 178 Oahu, 32–33, 179, 204–209 Sans Souci Beach, 177 supermarket purchase, 499–500 Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Shops at Wailea, 313 Bar, 266 shuttle, 221, 228 Sarento’s on the Beach, 266 Sibu Cafe, 360 scuba diving Side Street Inn, 166 Big Island, 375–377 SideStep, 71 children, 375 Sig Zane, 311, 405 classes, 109–110, 376 sightseeing. See attractions; Kauai, 466–467 guided tour Maui, 286–287 Singha Thai Cuisine, 166 Oahu, 189 Site 59, 77 top picks, 15 Sleeping Giant, 475 Sea Life Park, 200–201 Smarter Living, 72 seafood, 497–498 smoking, 505 seasickness, 281, 463 Snorkel Bob’s, 183, 279, 280 Seaside Restaurant & Aqua snorkeling Farm, 359 Big Island, 371–372 seasons children’s activities, 462 accommodations rates, 89 Kauai, 461–463 airfare, 57–58 Maui, 279–280, 281–283 events, 46–53 Oahu, 177–178, 183 money-saving tips, 62 reservations, 109 overview, 42–45 safety, 183, 280 seatbelt, 83 tips for success, 189, 280 Second Wind Surf, Sail & Kite, 285 top picks, 16 Secret Beach Hideaway, 427–128 Snuba, 376 security, 107–108 Society for the Advancement of senior traveler, 62, 63, 94–95, 126 Travelers with Handicaps, 96 Serendipity, 311 Society of Seven, 211 shark adventure, 186–187 Sony Open, 46 Shelly Maudsley White Gallery, 403 South Kohala Management, 344 Sheraton Kauai Resort, 428 South Kona, 325 Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & South Pacific Kayaks & Spa, 329 Outfitters, 283 Sheraton Maui, 246 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 528
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South Point (Ka Lae) Beach, Tauck Tours, 74 370–371 tax, 169, 251, 272, 433, 505 South Seas Aquatics, 189 taxi souvenir, 65, 312 Big Island, 363 spa, 478–479 Kauai, 414, 416, 452 SpeediShuttle, 221, 321 Maui, 221, 226, 272 Splash, 406 Oahu, 115, 169 Sportfish Hawaii, 287, 378, 466 Team Real Estate, 147 sportfishing. See fishing telephone, 503 sports, 15–17. See also specific temperature, average, 43 sports Thai Rin, 360 spring, 42–43, 47–48 Thai Thai Restaurant, 360 Sprouting Horn, 475 theme park, 200–201 Stand-By Golf, 203 Thomas A. Jagger Museum, 388 Star Limousine, 226 Thurston Lava Tube, 388–389 Star Taxi, 115 timeshare, 288 stargazing, 35 Tom Barefoot’s Cashback Tours, Stella Blues Cafe, 267 190, 268, 281, 288 Straub Doctors on Call, 168 Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Cafe, Strong Current Surf Design, 204 267–268 Studio 7 Gallery, 403 Tommy’s Tours, 177 submarine ride, 187, 283 Totally Hawaiian Gift Gallery, 312 Sugar Mill Cottages, 428–429 tour. See also specific types summer, 42, 48–50 costs, 60–61 sunrise breakfast, 269 reservations, 108–109 sunscreen, 492 senior traveler, 94 Sunset Beach Park, 180 trip-cancellation insurance, 103 sunset cruise, 213, 314, 406, 482 tourist information Sunset Lanai, 212 Big Island, 362 SunTrips, 75 Kauai, 451 supermarket, 499–500 Maui, 271 Surf ’n’ Sea, 188 Oahu, 168 surfing overview, 508 competition, 52 travel agent, 63–64, 76 Kauai, 465–466 Travel Guard International, 103 Maui, 285–286 travel insurance, 73, 102–103 Oahu, 187–188, 204 Travel Insured International, 103 sea changes, 44–45 TravelAxe, 90–91 surf reports, 188 traveler’s checks, 67 top picks, 17 Travelex Insurance Services, 103 Surfline, 188 TravelHub, 77 Sushi & Blues, 447, 482–483 Travelocity.com, 63, 71 Sushi Sasabune, 167 Travelweb, 91 swimming, 44–45, 51, 273 Tres Hombres Beach Grill, 361 triathlon, 51 Trilogy Excursions, 40, 109, 283 • T • TripAdvisor.com, 90 trip-cancellation insurance, 102–103 Taste of Honolulu, 49 trolley, 127–128, 191 Taste of Lahaina, 51 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 529
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Tropical Blues, 311 police station, 169 Tsunami, 316 travel in, 122–123, 125–128 Tunnels Beach, 458 trolley service, 127–128, 191 Turtle Bay Resort Courses, 206 Waikiki Aquarium, 198 Twin Falls, 300 Waikiki Beach crowds, 30, 32 overview, 171, 176–177 • U • top picks, 13 Waikiki Beach Marriott, 11, 144 Ulua Beach, 277 Waikiki Beach Prime Time Sports, Ululani Gallery, 403 171, 176 United Airlines, 70, 76, 79 Waikiki Beachcomber, 11, 144–145 USS Arizona Memorial, 15, 48, 199 Waikiki Historic Trail, 191 USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Waikiki Joy Hotel, 145 Park, 199 Waikiki Sand Villa, 146 Waikiki Shore, 146–147 Waikoloa Beach Marriott, 12, 344 • V • Waikoloa Golf Club, 401–402 vacation rental. See condo Waikoloa Village Golf Club, 402 Valley Waterfall Adventure, 380 Waikomo Stream Villas, 429 Vans Triple Crown of Surfing Wailea, 223, 230, 252, 274 Series, 52 Wailea Beach, 278 vegetables, 500 Wailea Golf Club, 310 Victoria Ward Centers, 208 Wailea Marriott, 247 Vino, 268 Wailea Taxi, 226 Vintage European Posters, 311 Wailua Bay View, 429 VIP Trans, 198 Wailua Peninsula, 301 Visa, 67 Wailuku, 221 vision-impaired traveler, 96 Waimea Beach Park, 14, 181–182 volcano adventures Waimea (Big Island), 394–395, 404 Big Island, 380, 383–389, 407 Waimea Brewing Company, 448 Maui, 289, 295–297 Waimea Canyon, 37, 476 safety, 387 Waimea Falls Park, 203 top picks, 35 Waimea (Kauai), 416 Volcano Art Center, 389, 405 Waimea Plantation Cottages, 23, 430 Volcano Village, 325, 370–371, 405 Waioli Hui’ia, 100–101 Volcanoes in the Sea Adventure, 380 Waipio Valley, 396–397 walking tour, 191–192 wallet, lost, 67–68 • W • Warren & Annabelle’s, 315 waterfall hike, 289 W Honolulu, 143–144 wedding, 98–101 Waianapanapa Beach, 302 Wendy’s Champions Skins Game, 46 Waikamoi Ridge Trail, 300 Western Union, 68 Waikele Premium Outlets, 208–209 Westin Maui, 247–248 Waikiki. See also Oahu whale festival, 47 crowds, 45 Whale Information Station, 46 maps, 116–117, 130–131 The Whaler on Kaanapali overview, 120–121 Beach, 248 33_574027 bindex.qxd 11/19/04 7:28 PM Page 530
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Whaler’s Cove, 430 wine and food festival, 49, 109 Whaler’s Village, 312, 316 winter, 42, 46–47, 52–53 whale-watching wireless network, 106 Big Island, 373–374 World Fire-Knife Dance Maui, 46, 284 Competition, 48 Oahu, 184 Wrangler’s Steakhouse, 448 top picks, 15 White Sands Beach, 369 White Star Tours, 94 • Y • wildlife refuge, 472 Yellowfish Trading Company, 481 Will Squyres Helicopter Tours, 470 YMT Vacations, 94 Windsurf Kauai, 465–466 windsurfing competition, 51–52 Kauai, 465–466 • Z • Maui, 286 Zelo’s Beach House, 448, 483 Oahu, 188–189 zoo, 195–196, 399 Windward Coast, 125, 178–180