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Mount Makana was featured as Bali Hai in the 1958 film adaptation of South Pacific. Hawaii Tourism Authority/Tor Johnson

Fine-dining restaurants for foodies abroad Osteria Francescana, a modern estab- lishment with just 12 tables in the north- ern Italian city of Modena, was named Camera-ready Europe’s finest recently in the Daily Meal website’s inaugural list of the 101 Best Restaurants in Europe. It was followed By land and by sea, the Hawaiian island of Kauai — made famous as a lush by Arzak, San Sebastian, Spain, in sec- ond; Noma, Copenhagen, third; Alain backdrop for film shoots — delivers natural beauty on all sides Ducasse at the Dorchester, London, By Debbra Brouillette dows” is the main benefit for disappears in minutes as we than a third of Kauai’s approxi- fourth; Guy Savoy, Paris, fifth; then Aqua Special to Star-Telegram photographers, according to climb higher and higher, leav- mately 550 square miles are ac- (Wolfsburg, Germany), Varvary (Mos- Securely strapped into my seat, Casey Riemer, manager of Jack ing the Lihue Heliport behind. cessible by land. cow), Hof Van Cleve (Kruishoutem, I’m about to experience one of Harter Helicopters, in opera- We soar above sites that my We had sailed up the Na Pali Belgium), L’Arpege (Paris) and JB (Lju- the most exhilarating hours of tion on the Hawaiian island of husband and I saw by land and Coast by catamaran, oohing bljana, Slovenia). The seven-month my life. The doors of the four- Kauai for decades. sea earlier in the week, now and ahhing over its dramatic compilation involved the website’s ed- passenger Hughes 500 heli- Any apprehension I have viewing them from a whole volcanic peaks and hidden itors and more than 200 food writers copter have been removed to about going up, up and away on new perspective, and many ar- beaches; we had stood awe- and bloggers. Panelists voted in two maximize photo opportuni- my first helicopter ride, not to eas we couldn’t see any other struck, overlooking the ex- categories: cuisine and style/decor/ ties. “No glare from the win- mention one with no doors, way than from above, since less panse of Waimea Canyon, service. called the Grand Canyon of the — Bloomberg News Pacific, but getting a bird’s- eye view from the air was, we agreed, an experience not to be missed. How else would we be For those about able to fly into the ancient vol- to rock Cleveland canic crater of Mount Waiale- ale, documented as one of the The Grateful Dead exhibit at the Rock wettest spots on Earth, or fly and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in over waterfalls used in the Cleveland has gotten a reprieve. The filming of Jurassic Park (Mana- exhibit waiopuna Falls) and Fantasy opened in Island (Wailua Falls)? April and was due to Popular film locale wrap up Ever since Universal Pictures by year’s chose Kauai as the setting for end. Now 1934’s White Heat, this fourth the rock largest and most ancient of the hall says Hawaiian islands has become “The Long, one of the world’s most popu- Strange lar tropical locations for film- Trip” has makers. Over the years, it has been served as a location for more extended than 70 feature films and tele- The late Jerry Garcia AP through vision shows, standing in for March 24. locales around the world, and The exhibit features manuscripts, hand- These jagged cliffs give the Na Pali Coast its name. Special to the Star-Telegram/Debbra Dunning Brouillette More on KAUAI, 12E written notes, five Jerry Garcia guitars, a custom-painted drum kit and promoter Bill Graham’s “Father Time” robe. The Grateful Dead were at the epicenter of the sweeping culture of San Francisco in the 1960s. Where will travel trends take you in 2013? — The Associated Press 7 Hot spots include such quirky a gathering as the next.” burgeoning destinations as More than 2,000 events are Marseille and Myanmar. already planned, including gatherings for redheads and Fun fact By Beth J. Harpaz left-handers as well as re- AP Travel Editor unions based on family names NEW YORK — Myanmar, Mar- and clans. seille, New Zealand and Get- The U.S. Census Bureau tysburg are all on the travel ra- says 34.7 million Americans dar for 2013 thanks to new claim Irish ancestry, and Ara- tours, events and anniversa- bella Bowen, executive editori- ries. But the best pitch for trav- al director of Fodor’s Travel, is el in the new year might just be one of them. Even President coming from Ireland, which is Barack Obama has an Irish an- running ads “calling all Flynns, cestor in the family tree. O’Malleys and Schweizen- “There are Irish people all over bergs” to the Emerald Isle for a the world,” said Bowen. “It will Hike near Broken Bow Lake in Oklahoma. unique grassroots homecom- be great fun being able to con- Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department President Barack Obama’s visit to Myanmar in November helped draw ing called The Gathering. nect with others going back for attention to this destination “off the beaten path.” AP New Year’s on the trail Here are details on these this event. It’s like an entire If hiking’s more your thing than partying and other places, events and year of St. Patrick’s Day par- traveled and seeking that next fans of the “Lord of the Rings” is, you might want to see 2013 arrive in a travel trends for 2013. ties.” unknown destination. movie trilogy, and the recent state park. On Jan. 1, free guided hikes Myanmar Many tour companies are release of The Hobbit: An Un- will be offered in Texas, including at International destinations President Obama’s historic adding Myanmar trips to meet expected Journey is focusing Bonham State Park, about an hour Ireland’s The Gathering recent visit to Myanmar — the demand, and the U.S. Tour attention on the destination northeast of Dallas; Ray Roberts Lake “It’s a citizen-led initiative first ever by a sitting U.S. pres- Operators Association’s active once again. All four of the State Park in Pilot Point; and Lake Whit- to attract people who are Irish- ident — is adding to already members named Myanmar No. movies were filmed in New ney State Park, west of Hillsboro. See born, Irish-bred or Irish in heated-up interest in the 1 on a list of “off-the-beaten Zealand. the complete list at bit.ly/W1GnIn. Okla- spirit to join us in 2013,” said country, which has only fully path” countries they foresee Marseille homa will participate as well, at its state Bernard McMullan of Tourism opened to tourism in the past becoming popular in 2013. This French port city is one parks. Check out those locations at Ireland. “It’s almost become a few years. Fodor’s Bowen says New Zealand of two European capitals of travelok.com/State_Parks. competition where one county, it’s especially attractive to New Zealand received a culture in 2013, along with the — McClatchy-Tribune Information Services town or village tries to have as people who are already well- huge boost in tourism from More on TRAVEL, 14E 12E Sunday, December 30, 2012 M www.star-telegram.com

Waimea Canyon is often called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, for obvious reasons. Special to the Star-Telegram/Debbra Dunning Brouillette For surfers, Ko’a Kea Hotel & Resort fronts Poipu Beach. Special to the Star-Telegram/Debbra Dunning Brouillette

Kauai from the sea us up the coast, catching the island’s center. At more Kauai A few days before our heli- the bow wave of the boat. than 10 miles long, a mile copter tour, we sailed up They are almost guaran- wide and 3,600 feet deep, Continued from 11E the Na Pali Coast (nâ pali, teed to make an appear- it is smaller than the Grand “the cliffs” in Hawaiian) ance, according to the Canyon, but is an awe-in- with Capt. Andy’s Sailing crew, “no extra charge.” spiring sight. Adventures aboard its 65- The star attractions are National Tropical even those not of this foot catamaran, the South- the spectacular jagged Botanical Garden world. ern Star. Our six-hour cliffs lining the coast, vol- Kauai is home to three The list includes such cruise, which departed canic in origin, millions of of the five national tropical blockbusters as The De- from Port Allen on Kauai’s years in the making. We botanical gardens. (The scendants, Pirates of the western shore, included passed sandy beaches others are on Maui and in Caribbean: On Stranger continental breakfast, tucked between the folds southern Florida.) Our Tides, Avatar, Jurassic snorkeling, lunch and of the cliffs and sea caves tour of two of the gardens Park, King Kong and South drinks. Like eager extras eroded by the elements. on the south shore began Pacific, as well as the scrambling for screen Many are lava tubes, hol- with a stroll through Aller- shows Fantasy Island and time, pods of Hawaiian lowed out over millions of ton Garden’s examples of Gilligan’s Island. spinner dolphins followed years. Whale-watching cultivated beauty, where season runs from Decem- plants and trees have been ber through April, when combined with sculptures humpbacks arrive from and water features to cre- Alaska to make Kauai their ate outdoor rooms. A bit winter home. farther along the paths, we encountered massive Kauai by land Moreton Bay Fig trees, The island is easy to navi- which were used in Jurassic gate by car, and since there Park in a memorable scene is only one main road join- where prehistoric dinosaur ing the north, south, east eggs are found among the and west shores, it’s hard roots. The adjacent to get lost. Bus tours are McBryde Garden, with its available for those who waterfall and tropical fruit The Queen Emma giant spider lily is one of many examples of want to leave the driving to trees, boasts the largest the Garden Island’s tropical flora. someone else and learn collection of native Hawai- Special to the Star-Telegram/Debbra Dunning Brouillette from the knowledgeable ian plants found outside tour guides. Waimea Can- their natural setting. The stopped to wander through yon was at the top of our third botanical garden, Li- its boutiques and art gal- If you go list of land-based excur- mahuli, is on Kauai’s north leries before taking a peek Find out where to stay, eat sions, and we decided to let shore. into Tahiti Nui restaurant, and play on Kauai 13E Polynesian Adventure Driving to the “end where George Clooney and Tours take us there. of the road” Beau Bridges filmed a lone, all of whom own These massive Moreton Bay Fig trees are in Allerton Garden. Waimea Canyon: Grand On our next-to-last scene in The Descendants. homes there, as well as fa- National Tropical Botanical Garden Canyon of the Pacific day, an ocean swell was A short distance from mous vacationers, includ- As we headed up the forecast to bring high town, we passed Lumahai ing Julia Roberts, Reese

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Offering more than 40 unique river departures Feb. 7 through Dec. 28, the American Queen’s voyages include: • Upper Mississippi cruises between St. Louis and Minneapolis The pool at the Kauai Marriott Resort is the largest single-level pool in Hawaii. • Lower Mississippi cruises between New Orleans and Memphis Special to the Star-Telegram/Debbra Dunning Brouillette • Ohio and Tennessee River cruises visiting Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, St. Louis and Chattanooga If you go • Theme cruises from Big Band, Mardi Gras, and Dixie Fest to Civil War, Southern Spirits, Since Kauai caters to all types spa, overlooking the Tom and 51 suites, staggeringly and New Year’s 2014 of visitors, my husband and I Weiskopf-designed golf beautiful mountain views, Similar to all-inclusive European river cruises, the American Queen features all onboard meals, wine and beer with dinner, specialty coffees, soft drinks and bottled water, steamboat-style decided to experience four course with views of the golf, a spa, and upscale entertainment and dancing nightly, daily lectures by river historians, and complimentary shore very different accommodation Pacific Ocean beyond. Three- amenities, including personal excursions in every port. choices during our time there, bedroom Club Cottages are butler service. The St. Regis Save time and money in the new year by letting the experts at AAA Travel plan your next covering different parts of the available at a daily rate of opened in October 2009 vacation. Simply stop by your local office, or call 888-467-4957 and press 2 to be connected to most convenient of AAA’s 14 branches from island. $1,000-$1,500 (www.parrish- after a multimillion-dollar Fort Worth to Frisco. kauai.com/kukuiula/club- renovation at the site of the AAA wants to be your travel agent! We first checked into Ko’a cottages, 800-325-5701). former Princeville Resort. Kea Hotel & Resort Even if you don’t stay here, (www.koakea.com, 808-828- Kauai Marriott Resort have a cocktail and enjoy the 8888), an intimate boutique (www.marriotthawaii.com, sunset from the lobby bar hotel (121 rooms) on the 808-245-5050) was our next and terrace. Rates start at NEW YEAR’S TRADITIONS around the world island’s southern shore at stop. The resort, with its 345 $415. Ever wonder from where some of the New Year’s Poipu Beach. It took the top guest rooms and 11 suites, spot as “Most Romantic Hotel fronts Kalapaki Beach on Vacationers who enjoy traditions came? in the United States” in Tri- Kauai’s southeastern shore, having full kitchen facilities Resolutions: It is believed that the Babylonians were the first to make New Year’s resolutions, and pAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice but the main attraction is the can stay nearby at the West- people all over the world have been breaking them ever since! The early Awards 2012 (No. 8 world- 26,000-square-foot pool, the in Princeville Ocean Re- Christians believed the first day of the new year should be spent reflecting on past mistakes and resolving to improve oneself in the new year. wide) and was ranked the No. largest single-level pool in sort Villas (www.westin- Fireworks: Noisemaking and fireworks on New Year’s eve is believed 2 resort in Hawaii in Travel + Hawaii. Beautifully designed princeville.com, 808-827- to have originated in ancient times, when noise and fire were thought Leisure’s World’s Best Awards and landscaped throughout, 8700), which offers studios to dispel evil spirits and bring good luck. The Chinese are credited with this year. Besides Ko’a Kea’s there is a lot to enjoy here, and one-bedroom villas (173 inventing fireworks and use them to spectacular effect in their New Year’s romantic beachfront setting, including a weekly luau, six of each). Rates start at $420. celebrations. its highly regarded Red Salt restaurants and close proxim- restaurant is worth a visit for ity to the airport, shopping On our last night, we trav- Other old customs around the world: anyone staying on the south and Kauai Lagoons Golf eled south, checking into a British New Year end of the island. Rates start Club. Rates start at $229. spacious one-bedroom villa In Britain the custom of first footing is practiced. The first male visitor to the house after midnight at $250. complete with full kitchen is usually supposed to bring good luck. Usually they bring a gift like money, bread, or coal, which Next, we left the “sunny and laundry facilities at is done to ensure the family, will have plenty of these things all the year to come. The first person must not be blond, red-haired or women as these people are supposedly bad luck. While staying at Ko’a Kea, we South coast” to spend time on Koloa Landing at Poipu spent an idyllic day at Ku- the northern coast, less than Beach, a Wyndham Grand The Druids gave a gift of twigs from the mistletoe, as this was a plant that was sacred to them as a magic source of fertility. It would bestow on the recipient a fruitful year in the number of kui’ula (kukuiula.com), a an hour’s drive away. Our Resort (www.koloalandingre- children, as well as the amount of cattle and the amount of crop. 1,000-acre upscale oceanview destination was the St. Regis sort.com, 888-317-0205). It The Netherlands real estate development and Princeville Resort was one of 85 spacious one-, The Dutch burn bonfires of Christmas trees on the street and launch fireworks. The fires are community, also on the south (www.stregisprinceville.com, two-, three- and four-bed- meant to purge the old and welcome the new. shore near Poipu Beach. After 808-826-9644), overlooking room villas. Ideal for families Greece touring one of its custom, Hanalei Bay. Situated in a or extended stays. Rates completely furnished luxury postcard-perfect setting in the start at $279. In Greece, New Year’s day is also the Festival of St. Basil, one of the founders of the Greek Orthodox Church. One of the traditional foods homes with separate gues- 9,000-acre resort community served is Vassilopitta, or St Basil’s cake. A silver or gold coin is baked thouse (starting at $2.5 mil- of Princeville, the St. Regis, Getting there inside the cake. Whoever finds the coin in their piece of cake will be lion); walking through its the most upscale property on I American Airlines offers especially lucky during the coming year. organic farm, including a the island, was recognized as daily direct flights from DFW Chinese New Year 20-acre stocked lake; and a best hotel for romance by to Kauai. Other airlines offer The Chinese New Year “Yuan Tan” takes place between January 21 and enjoying a farm-to-table lunch TripAdvisor, and placed No. 5 flights with connections. February 20. in The Clubhouse, we spent on its Travelers’ Choice 2012 I Kauai’s official tourism The exact date is fixed by the lunar calendar, in which a new moon marks the beginning of each a sumptuous afternoon in its list. It offers 251 guest rooms site: www.gohawaii.com new month. For many families, it is a time for feasting, visiting relatives and friends, but in the city a spectacular procession takes place. The celebrations are based on bringing luck, health, happiness, and wealth till the next year. They clean their houses to rid them of lasts year’s bad luck before the celebrations begin. There are street parades where thousands of people line the streets to watch the procession of floats in the New Year parade. Dancing dragons and lions weave their way through the crowded streets. The dragon is associated with longevity and wealth. Inside the costumes are 50 dancers, twisting and turning the dragon’s long silk body and blinking eyes. Jewish New Year The Jewish New Year Festival is called Rosh Hashanah. The date varies each year, as they have their own calendar which is lunisolar in nature. The New Year is on the first two days of the seventh month, this was done so that the farmers could visit Jerusalem before the winter rains came. The first ten days of this month are the most holiest. Tradition speaks of a symbolic book in heaven which was said to have records of those who did good and bad deeds and on Rosh Hashanah all people must account to God for their behavior during the past year. However, all people are given ten days before the New Year and the Day of Atonement or Yom Kippur to show they are sorry for any wrong doings 00 they may have done. They undo all wrong doings by performing good deeds and by thinking about how to live a better life in the future. If they are sincere, God was suppose to forgive them and on Yom Kippur he sets $1 OFF down and foretells each person’s fate for the next year in the book. He will write them down for a good year. Admssion The New Years Eve dinner has, festival candles which are lit and the table is decorated with fresh fruit of the season, especially grapes. Other foods Bring this ad to the show and receive that are served are bread known as Challah, honey cake and honey jar $1 off of regular priced admission. as well as fresh fruits. Fish is also served as it symbolizes fruitfulness and plenty. (not redeemable for cash) South America In South America Ano Viejo the New Year festival is celebrated by creating For more information a fake person or dummy. The scarecrow looking person is completely go to dressed and stuffed with old newspapers and firecrackers. The dummy is usually placed outside the home. The scarecrow represents www.star-telegramweddings.com something that has happened during the last year. At midnight each family lights the dummy on fire. As the dummy goes up in smoke the firecrackers also go off to add to the festivities. The old year is forgotten and the New Year begins. United States Probably the most famous tradition in the United States is the dropping of the New Year ball in Times Square, New York City, at 11:59 P.M. Thousands gather to watch the ball make its one- minute descent, arriving exactly at midnight. The tradition first began in 1907. The original ball was made of iron and wood; the current ball is made of Waterford Crystal, weighs 1,070 pounds, and is six feet in diameter! A traditional southern New Year’s dish is Hoppin’ John—black eyed peas and ham Caterers l Photographers hocks. 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However, it was band leader, Guy Lombardo, who popularized the song and turned it into a New Year’s Eve tradition when he heard it sung by Scottish immigrants. He played Will Rogers Memorial Center the song at midnight at a New Year’s Eve party at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City in 1929 and a tradition was born. After that, Lombardo’s version of the song was played every New 3401 West Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth Year’s Eve until 1976 at the Waldorf Astoria, first broadcast on radio, then on television. Now, the New Year doesn’t seem to arrive without this tradition. Hours: 10:30 am to 4:30 pm Don’t know the words? Here are the correct ones! (By the way if you want to know the other 4 true Scottish verses – just send them your e-mail to [email protected] and they’ll send Fashion Show by Susan Huston: 2 pm you the words.) Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind? Admission: $8 cash only please Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And auld lang syne. 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