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Guide - The Kahala Recommends - Places to Go
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Aloha Vacations
3615 Harding Avenue Suite 506, Honolulu, HI 96816 1.(888).874.9300
Description: Although Aloha Vacations is similar to Polynesian Adventure Tours, and it utilizes the same Motor coach tour, it offers the option of utilizing a rent-a-car, or also a rent-a-car and a helicopter package.
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Bishop Museum, Planetarium and Science Center
1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, HI 96817 1.(808).847.3511
Description: The Bishop Museum contains the most extensive collection of Hawaiian cultural and natural history artifacts in the islands. The newly opened Science Center will offer Hawaii its newest "wow" experience. This 16,500 square-foot facility will add a new dimension to the Museum by providing exhibits that are immersive and interactive with a strong emphasis on better understanding Hawaii's environment. The signature exhibit is the 3 story walk through a volcano. Climb to the "tree house" to get a bird's-eye view of the volcano's erupting caldera. 35 minutes by taxi. 45 minutes by bus.
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Cirque Hawaii
325 Seaside Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815 1.(808).922.0017
Description: The newest and most exciting show in the heart of Waikiki. In one awe-inspiring and incredible performance, guests will witness high-energy dance, acrobats, amazing balancing acts along with aerialists, clowns, contortionists, flying trapeze and much more. With a 70-foot high aerial apparatus, artists will perform feats of daring beauty never seen before. The Cirque Hawaii show lends itself to dramatic use of the aerial, as well as state of the art, surround sound and spectacular lighting.
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Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalaniana'ole Highway, Honolulu, HI - 1.(808).396.4229
Description: Oahu's best spot for snorkeling in a shallow, volcanic crater. A plethora of colorful reef fish can be seen from the shore. Snorkeling equipment and fish food available on-site. 20 minutes from the hotel. Closed on Tuesdays.
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Honolulu Academy of Arts
900 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96814 1.(808).532.8734
Description: Home of 30 galleries of European and American masterpieces and Hawaiian and Oriental works (including James A. Michner's collection of woodblock prints). 20 minutes by taxi. 30 minutes by bus.
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Interisland Airways (Hilo tour only)
100 Iolana Place, Honolulu, HI 96819 1.(808).836.8080
Description: Interisland Airways is a new company with which you can enjoy viewing 6 different islands by air, and land touring Hilo, on the Big Island. This tour is an all day affair. The 32-passenger propeller cargo plane cascades through the Hawaiian Skies, viewing waterfalls, secluded beaches, rainforests, old Hawaiian fishponds, and the only active volcano in the Hawaiian chain - Kilauea. Once on land, this tour will take you to the Volcano National park, old lava tubes, an orchid farm, and the famous Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut factory.
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Iolani Palace
364 South King Street, Honolulu, HI -96813 1.(808).522.0802
Description: America's only royal palace, and a popular setting for film and TV shows, including Hawaii Five-O. It also served as the State Capitol until 1969. 20 minutes by taxi. 30 minutes by bus.
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Magic of Polynesia
2300 Kalakaua Avenue, 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI 96815 1.(808).954.8652
Description: Come and see the number one show in Waikiki. Experience the Magic of Polynesia, Hawaii's "must see" stage spectacular, starring internationally acclaimed illusionist, John Hirokawa. Be mesmerized as John casts his magic spell and subjects vanish and reappear before your very eyes. Behold the beauty, power and lore of the Islands through captivating songs and dances. Witness the grandeur of this World Class Production in a State of the Art Showroom.
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Nu'uanu Pali Lookout
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Description: Just North of Queen Emma's Summer Palace, the Nu'uanu Pali Lookout offers, without a doubt, one of Oahu's finest views of the sheer Ko'olau cliffs. Perched 3,000 feet above the O'ahu coastline is the site of the battle of Nu'uanu, where in 1795 Kamehameha I drove hundreds of warriors over the cliff and won the struggle that finally united the islands under one rule. Test your wind stamina at Nu'uanu Pali, where periodic wind gusts make it difficult for visitors to walk to the lookout point. 25 minutes from the hotel.
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Polynesian Adventure Tours
1049 Kikowaena Place, Honolulu, HI 96819 1.(808).833.3000
Description: Polynesian Adventure Tours will provide transportation to and from the airport. Then once on the outer island, they will take you on an amazing motor coach tour of the island. The drivers are certified tour guides and have a wonderful ability to give entertaining and informative tours.
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Shangri-la
4055 Papu Circle, Honolulu, HI 96816 1.(808).734.1941
Description: Opened in October 2002, Shangri La is the five-acre Black Point residence of heiress Doris Duke (1912-93). It is designed and furnished throughout with artworks and architectural features from Iran, Syria, Morocco, Turkey, and India. Through guided tours, visitors learn about Islamic art and culture, the house and the story of Doris Duke in Hawaii. Less than 5 minutes by taxi. 15 minutes by foot. 10 minutes by bike
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U.S.S Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor
1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818 1.(808).422.0561
Description: One of the island's most visited sites, this is a memorial to the 1,177 men who lost their lives when the USS Arizona sank and burned in nine minutes during the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. A film, museum, and shuttle boat trip to the memorial makes for a memorable 75 minutes. 30 minutes by taxi. 1 hour by bus.
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U.S.S ARIZONA MEMORIAL, PEARL HARBOR
1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818 1.(808).422.0561
Description: One of the island's most visited sites, this is a memorial to the 1,177 men who lost their lives when the USS Arizona sank and burned in nine minutes during the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. A film, museum, and shuttle boat trip to the memorial makes for a memorable 75 minutes. 30 minutes by taxi. 1 hour by bus. Distance: 14.0 miles
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USS Battleship Missouri
1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818 1.(808).422.0561
Description: Also at Pearl Harbor, it is the USS Battleship Missouri that offers guided and self-guided tours. The "Explorer's Tour " lasts about 90 minutes, and it will give the visitor an exclusive access to areas of the ship that are reserved for crew members only! On this tour, visitors will experience life in the fire and engine rooms, battery plots, post office machine, machine shop, mess hall, crew's sleeping quarters, and the ship's brig (prison).
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USS Bowfin Submarine
1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818 1.(808).422.0561
Description: The USS Bowfin Submarine is another attraction at Pearl Harbor. The Bowfin was an actual submarine used in the Second World War that has been retired and docked indefinitely here in Pearl Harbor for all guests to experience.
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Waikiki Aquarium
2777 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815 1.(808).923.9741
Description: Founded in 1904, the aquarium is the third oldest public aquarium in the United States. Suitably placed beside the sea, it appeals to children and adults alike. It gives an excellent overview of the marine life of the Pacific, along with Hawaiian monk seals and an outdoor touch tank. This was also the first American aquarium to hatch a chambered nautilus. Newly renovated, the aquarium's jellyfish tank is a "must see". 15 minutes from the hotel.
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Waikiki Zoo
151 Kapahulu Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815 1.(808).971.7171
Description: At the edge of Kapiolani Park, a 42-acre preserve is home for over 2,000 animals showcasing typical zoo creatures, along with Galapagos tortoises and rare Asian birds. A Children's Zoo offers furry and feathered heads for gentle petting. It also offers guests the opportunity to be "Zoo Keeper For the Day." 15 minutes from the hotel.
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Whales Watching
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Description: Wonderful memories are waiting to be made on a whales watching cruise. There is nothing quite like watching Humpback whales breaching the surface of the water, splashing down and diving back below the ocean. As you listen to them singing their song you will know why this is an experience everyone should have. The whales migrate to the warm Hawaiian waters every year from December - April and there are several different cruises to choose from. Arranged by concierge. 20 minutes from the hotel.
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