Neighborhood vacation home rentals and bed and breakfast accommodations are notoriously unpopular with Hawaii's property owners and residents. Most locals in Hawaii want to protect their neighborhoods from tourism development and restrict visitor accommodations to certain areas, in order to preserve the unique culture and lifestyle of Hawaii. There are many unlicensed accommodations in Hawaii, and it is a source of conflict between the owners of those accommodations and local communities. A group of concerned citizens on Oahu have created an organization called the BnB Coalition, a group focused on encouraging Hawaii visitors to stay only at hotels and legally licensed vacation rentals and B&B establishments. The organization's Web site includes tips for identifying illegal accommodations, tricks booking agents often use to convince you there is no legal issue, what the government of Hawaii says about illegal accommodations, and other information.
Billy Joel is Coming to Hawaii in December
Grammy award winning singer and pianist Billy Joel will perform live in Hawaii this month, for the first time in 20 years. Performances will be December 16 at the Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu (877-750-7500) and December 18 at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center (808-242-7469).
| Sunday, November 19, 2006 |
Hawaiian Christmas Music CDs
A collection of Hawaiian Christmas music recordings by many of the most popular singers and musicians in Hawaii. Includes recordings by Genoa Keawe, Melveen Leed, Hapa, Na Leo Pilimehana, the Brothers Cazimero, Don Ho, Loyal Gardner, Keola Beamer, Barney Isaacs, Glenn Medeiros, George Kuo, Ledward Kaapana, Willie K, Theresa Bright, the Makaha Sons, Martin Pahinui, Arthur Lyman, the Honolulu Boys Choir, the Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, and and many others.
Hawaiian Christmas Music Recordings
Hawaiian Christmas Supplies
Celebrating Christmas in Hawaii
A collection of Hawaiian Christmas music recordings by many of the most popular singers and musicians in Hawaii. Includes recordings by Genoa Keawe, Melveen Leed, Hapa, Na Leo Pilimehana, the Brothers Cazimero, Don Ho, Loyal Gardner, Keola Beamer, Barney Isaacs, Glenn Medeiros, George Kuo, Ledward Kaapana, Willie K, Theresa Bright, the Makaha Sons, Martin Pahinui, Arthur Lyman, the Honolulu Boys Choir, the Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, and and many others.
Pacific Aviation Museum Opens December 7
The first phase of the Pacific Aviation Museum on Ford Island in Pearl Harbor will open to the public on December 7, 2006. The museum is located in Hanger 37, near Ford Island's distinctive red and white striped air traffic control tower. The general public is invited to the museum's opening ceremonies to watch a performance by the Pacific Fleet Band and hear VIP guest speakers, including test pilot Chuck Yeager, astronaut Wally Schirra, Retired Admiral Ronald J. Hays, and Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, Admiral Gary Roughead. The above photo of the museum building was taken on December 7, 1941 during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
The first phase of the Pacific Aviation Museum on Ford Island in Pearl Harbor will open to the public on December 7, 2006. The museum is located in Hanger 37, near Ford Island's distinctive red and white striped air traffic control tower. The general public is invited to the museum's opening ceremonies to watch a performance by the Pacific Fleet Band and hear VIP guest speakers, including test pilot Chuck Yeager, astronaut Wally Schirra, Retired Admiral Ronald J. Hays, and Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, Admiral Gary Roughead. The above photo of the museum building was taken on December 7, 1941 during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.| Saturday, November 18, 2006 |
Del Monte Pineapple Abruptly Leaves Hawaiii
From the Honolulu Advertiser: "Del Monte Fresh Produce abruptly ended its century-old pineapple operations in Hawaii on Friday, November 18, two years earlier than originally planned. Del Monte's surprise announcement caught employees and state officials unprepared since the company had said just nine months ago that it would continue production until the end of 2008."February 2006 Del Monte Announcement November 2006 Del Monte Announcement
| Friday, November 17, 2006 |
2007 Hawaii Wall Calendars
These 2007 Hawaii Wall Calendars would make wonderful gifts for Hawaii visitors, residents, and fans. This page also includes several 2007 wall calendars with beach, tropical island, waterfall, wave, and water sports themes.
These 2007 Hawaii Wall Calendars would make wonderful gifts for Hawaii visitors, residents, and fans. This page also includes several 2007 wall calendars with beach, tropical island, waterfall, wave, and water sports themes.
How to Make Lomilomi Salmon
Lomilomi salmon is an appetizer that appears on the menu of nearly every Hawaiian luau. It's a mixture of salted salmon, fresh tomatoes, and fresh onions and it is often served on a bed of crushed ice to keep it fresh tasting and chilled. The preparation method used to make lomilomi salmon was introduced to Hawaii by early western sailors, who included salted fish in their on-board food provisions.
Lomilomi Salmon Recipe
More Hawaiian Food Recipes
Lomilomi salmon is an appetizer that appears on the menu of nearly every Hawaiian luau. It's a mixture of salted salmon, fresh tomatoes, and fresh onions and it is often served on a bed of crushed ice to keep it fresh tasting and chilled. The preparation method used to make lomilomi salmon was introduced to Hawaii by early western sailors, who included salted fish in their on-board food provisions. | Thursday, November 16, 2006 |
Smoking in Public Places Now Banned in Hawaii
As of today - November 16, 2006 - Hawaii residents and visitors will no longer be exposed to second hand tobacco smoke in public places. Hawaii's new law bans smoking in all enclosed or partially enclosed public places, places of employment, government vehicles, and airports from cabin to curb. Some of the places included in the ban are bars, restaurants, hotels, clubs, theaters, government facilities,and stadiums, both indoors and outdoors. Smoking is also banned within twenty feet of doorways and windows of buildings included in the ban. Exceptions: smoking will be permitted in fully open-air workplaces such as parks, beaches, and outdoor construction sites, and hotels may designate up to 20% of their rooms for smokers if the rooms are clustered on the same floor and the smoke cannot enter other rooms.
Introduction to Hawaii's Smoke Free Law
Preparing for a Smoke Free Hawaii
Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawaii
Kauai Slack Key Guitar Festival: Nov 19
The Kauai Slack Key Guitar Festival will take place on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at the Hilton Kauai Beach Resort in Lihue. Featured performers will include Brother Noland, Dennis Kamakahi, David Kamakahi, Jeff Peterson, Paul Togioka, Cindy Combs, and others. The concert will be from noon to 6:00 pm and admission is free.
Bull Riding This Weekend at Blaisdell Center
The Professional Bull Riders Hawaii All Star Challenge will take place November 17-18, 2006 at Blaisdell Center in Honolulu. The event will feature the top 15 riders in the Professional Bull Riders Association competing for a total of $80,000 in prize money.
| Sunday, November 12, 2006 |
Hawaii Events in 2007
Our 2007 Hawaii Event Calendar includes many different types of events on all of the Hawaiian Islands. If a 2007 date for an annual event has not yet been established, we have listed the event under the expected month using "Date TBA" (date to be announced). If you know about any 2007 Hawaii events that are not included on this calendar, please send a message to the email address on our contacts page.
| Saturday, November 11, 2006 |
2007 Hawaii Triathlon Camp
Spend five days training on the Hawaii Ironman World Championship course, from January 28 through February 2, 2007 at the Hawaii Triathlon Camp on the west coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. The camp is suitable for athletes with all levels of ability, from the beginner on a fitness holiday to the serious athlete who wants hard core training. Camp bicycle rides will be 10 to 112 miles long, the runs will be 3 to 26 miles, and the swimming distances will be 1000 meters to 2.4 miles. The distances will vary according to each athlete's ability. Significant discounts are available to participants who register in November and December.
| Friday, November 10, 2006 |
Waikiki Shell Hula Festival This Weekend
The 15th annual World Invitational Hula Festival is taking place at the Waikiki Shell in Kapiolani Park this weekend, November 9-11, 2006. Dancers from from Japan, Guam, the Philippines, Spain, Washington State, and Hawaii are competing, beginning at 4:30 pm, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tickets are $5 to $25 and both lawn and chair seating are available.
The 15th annual World Invitational Hula Festival is taking place at the Waikiki Shell in Kapiolani Park this weekend, November 9-11, 2006. Dancers from from Japan, Guam, the Philippines, Spain, Washington State, and Hawaii are competing, beginning at 4:30 pm, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tickets are $5 to $25 and both lawn and chair seating are available. | Thursday, November 09, 2006 |
Congratulations Miss Chinatown Hawaii 2007
Congratulations to 25 year old Sonja Tam, who was crowned Miss Chinatown Hawaii during a pageant at the historic Hawaii Theatre Center in Honolulu on November 8, 2006. Miss Tam received a $12,000 scholarship, she will take a goodwill tour of China, and she will represent Hawaii at the February 2007 Miss Chinatown USA pageant in San Francisco. Congratulations also to Marie Soon and Rachel Mark, who were crowned first princess and second princess respectively.
Congratulations to 25 year old Sonja Tam, who was crowned Miss Chinatown Hawaii during a pageant at the historic Hawaii Theatre Center in Honolulu on November 8, 2006. Miss Tam received a $12,000 scholarship, she will take a goodwill tour of China, and she will represent Hawaii at the February 2007 Miss Chinatown USA pageant in San Francisco. Congratulations also to Marie Soon and Rachel Mark, who were crowned first princess and second princess respectively.
CelebrateThanksgiving in Hawaii
Information about celebrating Thanksgiving in Hawaii, including restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner, where to buy a fully cooked take-out Thanksgiving dinner, recipes for a Hawaii style Thanksgiving, and Thanksgiving week events in Hawaii.
Thanksgiving on Oahu
Thanksgiving on Maui
Thanksgiving on the Big Island
Thanksgiving on Kauai
Recipes for Hawaii Style Thankgiving
OTHER HOLIDAYS: Christmas in Hawaii
New Year's Eve in Hawaii
Information about celebrating Thanksgiving in Hawaii, including restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner, where to buy a fully cooked take-out Thanksgiving dinner, recipes for a Hawaii style Thanksgiving, and Thanksgiving week events in Hawaii.OTHER HOLIDAYS:
| Wednesday, November 08, 2006 |
Big Island Festival: November 17-19
The 5th annual Big Island Festival will take place November 17-19, 2006 at the huge Hilton Waikoloa Village resort on the northwest coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. The festival will feature a "Best of the Big Island" celebration with live entertainment and local products, a paniolo barbeque, a tour and luncheon at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii, and gourmet food and wine tastings and demonstrations throughout the weekend.
Big Island Festival - Official Web Site
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