Hawaiian tattoo as a pop culture

If you want a lasting souvenir for your Hawaiian stint, a Hawaiian tattoo in your hand or finger is not a bad idea. Before a tattoo is imprinted in your body, here are some facts about Hawaiian tattoo that could help you choose what’s best for you. 

Tattooing is not a rare culture in Hawaii. It’s a tradition that can be traced back during the early Polynesians settlers. Now, young generations in Hawaii, wanting to preserve their cultural heritage, considered tattooing as a form of art. It is a pop culture getting vast popularity among the young and tourists desiring to have extreme experience in Hawaii. Today, it is common to see young islanders  and tourists sporting Hawaiian tattoo. Since it is a form of expression, your tattoo is what you are, or your beliefs.

Koke’e State Park

Koke'es State Park Museum

Koke’e State park is 15 miles north of Kekaha on Koke’e road and is accessible by highway 550. It has 3,600 feet elevation and adjoins Waimea Canyon Park. This park has a picturesque view of nature’s lush, the amphitheater-headed kalalau Valley which is at 4,000feet elevation. Campers here can enjoy wild land experience and have a chance to observe native plants, forest birds and insects. It has restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic areas while lodges and restaurants are also available.

All camping days are from 7 days in a month and can not exceed for 30 days. Camping is such a great outdoor experience and you can have it once you book your Hawaii vacation packages.

Kalalau and Milolii campsites

Kalalau Trail

These camping sites are available to the public. A maximum of 5 camping nights is allowed at Kalalau and 3 camping nights at Milolii. Recent announcement from Division of State parks (April 15 2011) states that there will be additional summer camping site to be open for the public. Camping facilities here have been improved where campers can set their tents in its large lush camping areas or stay in camping lodges. There are also provisions for picnic tables, water and sewage.

Kulanaokuaiki Campground

Kulanaokuaiki Campground

This camping ground has eight individual campsites. Each is with picnic tables while the two sites are wheelchair accessible. Kulanaokuaki campground is about 5 miles down the Hilina Pali Rose at elevation of 2,700 feet. 

Unfortunately there’s no water in this campground but with vault-type toilet with no running water. Because of moderation in rainfall, fire is not permitted in this campground. Daytime temperature here ranges from 60 TO 70’sF while nighttime temperature ranges from 30s to low 50s F. Warm clothing is suggested for cool days and evenings  and a tent with good rain fly  is highly recommended.

Namakanipaio Campground

Namakanipaio Campground, Hawaii

Namakanipaio is one of the drive-in camping grounds in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It is located 31 and half miles south of Hilo on Highway-11. It is at 4,000 elevations and has damp and cool weather the whole year round. It is a large, open grassy area with its famous Eucalyptus and Ohi’a trees. 

Campers can set up their camp under this Eucalyptus tree for free. There’s no reservation but on a first-come basis. It has restrooms, water, picnic tables and barbecue pits. Camp fires and grills are permitted in this particular camping ground.

Famous Camping Grounds in Hawaii

Hawaii Camping

Camping is one of the many inclusions in Hawaii vacation deals. These camping experiences are most sought in Hawaii vacation deals because Hawaii is the worlds best when it comes to camping. To assist you in your planning for a Hawaii vacation, here are some information for Hawaii’s famous camping sites that may interest you to take this wonderful and one of a kind Hawaiian experience.

Hawaii Famous camping ground

Hawaii Volcanoes National Parks offer the best camping grounds. It is open for public and is under the strict management of Hawaii Division of State Parks (DPS). Each park offers camping ground and each has something to offer for every local and foreign visitors. Most of these parks are situated where an active or non active volcano rest. Some camping grounds have public amenities that are free of charge. Some have private facilities and can be made available for regulated price. Rangers on duty can assist campers for camping information, maps and camping brochures and permits. Its two best camping grounds are Namakapaio and Kulanaokuaki.

Island Hopping: Kahoolawe

Kahoolawe, Hawaii US

Kahoolawe

Sightseeing here is limited only since it is once a former US Navy bombing range. It remains uninhabited although efforts are still being made to rehabilitate the island while cleanup activities are still continuing.  To see this island is a fresh reminder why people should respect nature and humanity.

Exploring the sights and wonders of these islands of the archipelago are available for those wanting to have total experience of the islands. Booking in any Hawaii hotels reservation online can save you money and have your vacation as sooner as you wish.

Island Hopping: Niihau

The island of Niiahu, Hawaii US

Niihau

It is an off limit island and privately owned by an entirely Native Hawaiian population. Only family members of the owners can have access to the island where tourism or sightseeing is limited to helicopter, ATV and hunting excursions from Kauai. A gracious invitation to set foot on this island is one rare and exclusive privilege.

Island Hopping: Lanai

Fun activities at Lanai Island

Lanai

The largest pineapple plantation in the world owned and operated by Dole Foods is found here which at one time completely owned the island. Many exclusive resorts are situated here. Here visitors can leisurely soak in the grandeur and luxury that nature can give. Secluded paradise is the heart and soul of this island.

Island Hopping: Molokai

Molokai island, Hawaii US

Molokai

It is famous as the home of the leper colony made popular by Father Damien. It is also called the friendly Isle and one of the least developed islands in the archipelago. It offers serenity which the island is known for. This is where visitors can generally understand the culture of the native inhabitants with reminiscence of the Polynesians culture and heritage.

Island Hopping: Kanuai

Romantic island of Kanuai, Hawaii US

Kauai

Here several natural wonders such as the Wailua River, Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast are found. Its Mount Waialeale is considered as the rainiest spots in the world. Visitors here can enjoy the beauty of nature as they sail along the most beautiful river and coast in the world. An adventurous heart can find this as an irresistible activity in many Hawaii’s vacation packages.

Island Hopping: Maui

Kaanapali Beach, Maui Island

Maui

The second largest island in the chain is the home to robust and tall volcanic mountain crater of Haeleakala. It is also known as the valley of the Isle for its narrow plain situated between Haleakala and west Maui mountains. Many hotels deals have inclusions in their packages helicopter ride to this famous volcano plus a trip to Hana village where their guests experience the many turns and curves of the famous winding and beautiful road in the world.

Island Hopping: Oahu

Oahu Diving Site

Oahu

It is has earned the nickname “the Gathering Place and is the most populous and developed island. It is the home of Honolulu, the home of the many Hawaii residents. This is where Waikiki beach is found, the world’s famous beach with its bikini clad parading girls. It is the center for commercial and governmental activities. Pineapple fields grace outside of the city and North Shore is the home of the largest waves in the world. At the famous Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona National Memorial is visitors’ favorite destination.

Island Hopping: Hawaii Main Island

Big Island is the largest island in the US

Aloha! Welcome to Hawaii, an island where you can experience the tranquil and serenity of a paradise. It is an archipelago of volcanic island. It is one of the 50 US states of America and ranked as one of the top world’s tourist vacation attractions. Each island has something to give and must see places that will surely complete any dreamed vacation.

Hotels and souvenirs shops

Hilton Hawaiian Village

Guests need not to go out of their hotels when shopping for souvenirs. Most hotels have I sites souvenir shops to answer guests shopping needs. They can shop non stop in shops of various category offering the best items for their souvenirs collections. Just walking outside their hotel rooms, finding the best souvenir is fast and easy.

Hilton Hawaiian Village is one-stop resort  where guests can enjoy shopping souvenirs with its 90 boutiques,  specialty stores, gifts and sundry shops offering the finest jewelry , original works of art and the latest fashion and authentic Aloha wear.

An authentic Hawaiian souvenir is always welcome as a gift, if you know where to find them; you’ll never let down their receivers.

What to Buy as Souvenirs

Tiki statues

For a tiki culture lover, a tiki statue is a welcome gift.  Tiki statues are believed to be good fortune bringer and you’ll be bringing good luck to any one who will received it.   For sweets lovers, some homemade chocolate covered with macadamia nuts are best to give. Ukulele, a miniature guitar is another good souvenir item. A hula lamp is another good buy. You can choose from plastic hula lamps or the handcrafted classic hula lamps. 

Souvenir Shops and Stores in Hawaii

A Hawaiian vacation is never complete without shopping for souvenirs. Buying souvenirs can be a lot of fun if only you know how to get the most of it. Here are some tips that might help you shopping for your Hawaiian souvenirs.

Souvenir shops and stores

Aloha T-shirts

When shopping for souvenirs to bring home to your loved ones, be sure to shop at reputable stores and shops. One of these stores is Hilo Hattie’s store, the biggest store chain in Hawaii. You can find a Hilo Store all around Hawaii. The old reliable ABC store is another good place to shop. Unlike the ABC store in the mainland, ABC store in Hawaii is more of a convenience store fashioned into a souvenir shop. They are located in every corner of Honolulu.

If you are looking for great bargains, shop in the flea markets on Oahu. You can find everything here, everything you look for and of course with lower price compare to those in shops and stores.

Oahu and Obama’s Tourism

US President Barack Obama

Since his election as US president in 2008, Oahu tops the lists of visitors’ wishing to see and visit the place where the current Obama’s generations had set foot. This is a welcome addition to the tourism industry since many people are making profits in giving tours and trips to these places as part of vacation packages which include trips to President Obama’s favorite burger joint, Kua ‘Aina Sandwich Shop. Individual or group tours in these places are also included in many vacation deals. 

Obama’s popularity had diverted people’s interest in his former place of home. Many ordinary folks are earning extra money by offering services such as tour’s guide and selling guide maps. Indeed, Obama’s being a former resident of this island had made Oahu, Hawaii’s pride.

Oahu had been immortalized in many ways, in films, TV shows, fashions and pop culture but it is more than this accolade.  Oahu is Hawaii’s most beautiful island. It is rich in nature’s beauty and its people are proud of their heritage. Oahu is what Hawaii is all about.

Oahu World War Memorial

USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor is found in this island and the chilling memories of t it’s bombing on December 7, 1941 are immortalized in USS Arizona Memorial. The monument is dedicated to the 1,177 crew members who died on that ill-fated day. 

It also houses the USS Missouri battleship where the significant signing of Japan’s surrender took place. It is now a museum ship and it is open for public viewing. If people remember Pearl Harbor as a memorial of humanity, they could not forget Oahu as an island of nature’s beauty and bounty.

Oahu as the queen of the surfing sport

Surfing at Oahu

All   surfing fanatics would not dare to refuse to ride the fabled waves of the famous North Shores. Riding its magnificent waves is a dream come true for every surfing fanatic. Experts would welcome the world-class breaks of Waimea bay, the Banzai Pipeline and the Sunset beach during the winter when waves swells is 30 ft or 9 m. high. 

Those who want the calm sea, they can enjoy the summer here when the water is much calmer and more ideal for snorkeling. Haleiwa, a neighboring town is known as Surf City U.S.A. Surfing and snorkeling is two of the activities in many vacation packages available for the sporty souls. A champion surfer will take pride to claim he had ridden the famous wave’s break in this island.

Oahu, the home of the famous Waikiki Beach

Waikiki beach

The famous pink sand of Waikiki makes it as the favorite of every beach lover. Here glitzy Hawaii Hotels lined the long sandy area where the finest dining and shopping centers can be found. Waikiki is synonymous for people-watching, surfing and canoeing excursions. Each day on the beach is a day of fun and activities designed to make people forget about the harsh city life back home. 

This beach is a favorite location for films and commercial ads and had made Oahu the most visited island in the world. Most of the world’s largest hotels chains are located here making Oahu, the location of the world’s best hotels.

Oahu, Famous for TV and Movie locations

TV fans around the world would recognize Oahu and its wonderful tiki settings on the famous TV show Brandy Bunch. The birth of tiki culture was made possible in this island and each episode showcased the mesmerizing beauty of Oahu beach. The classic movie From Here to Eternity also had immortalized the waves of North shores and its spell of romance and eternal love. Surfing commercial ads also showcased Oahu‘s famous Waikiki beach and Northern Shores.

The Jurassic Park movie setting is one of the famous in Oahu.

Hawaiian Cruises Reminders

Experience Hawaii through its magnificent cruises

Signing up for a Hawaiian cruise is not a bad idea for a relaxing vacation. If you’ve been breaking your neck for working hard, taking a cruise will definitely recharged your body and spirit as well. But to enjoy it, there things you must bear in mind before packing your bag. Here are some reminders to keep in mind in taking a Hawaiian cruise.

Tips in Getting Ideal Group Vacation Packages

Young people are sure to have a lot of fun in Hawaii

What is the best gift for a group of graduating students? Well, a tropical vacation in the island of Hawaii will not fail to elicit roars of approval. A group vacation in Waikiki Beach is a welcome treat. After all they deserved to be pampered and spoiled for a job well done.

Where to stay in Waikiki is not also a problem since many Hawaii hotels   are just a walk or stroll away from this famous Hawaiian beach. All you need is to choose the vacation package suited for a group of young people. Some helpful tips may help in making your choice.

Hawaii Reservation Online

Cheap Hotels in Hawaii can be reserved and booked online

Finding a hotel that includes vacation packages is easy since most of these hotels have online reservation sites. They can help you to choose your ideal vacation package, whether you prefer the action and fun on Waikiki beach or a secluded spot on Maui, it’s your choice. Their impressive selections of packages are affordable and come with discounts and some even have promotions that you can avail which makes this hotel rates great. You can really save if you make your reservations online for some of these hotels offer up to 75% discounts once you make online reservations.

 

Hawaii Island with its paradise island is still a perfect getaway for those who want to win back their lost nerves.