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Happening Honolulu Nightclubs

May 7th, 2009 No comments

From luscious designer cocktails and microbrews, to themed dance clubs, with vibrant interiors and art events after dark, Honolulu nightclubs are proof that fun in the sun isn’t the only thing Hawaii has to offer.

From hip gathering spots in Chinatown, modern urban venues in well known hotels, upscale national chains and overboard faux tiki bars, a revival is going on in Honolulu nightlife.

There is a certain appeal to a brewpub with more than 100 beers on tap piped through five miles of icy-cold metal pipes. The hour long wait on weekends at brew chain Yard?s House in Waikiki Beachwalk is evidence of that.

Join in with the buzzing throngs of twenty and thirty-somethings as they taste sampler beer six packs, or try one of more than 40 different specialty martinis between each delicious appetizer.

Trendy Pau Hana(after work) Hangout

See and be seen at The Rumfire at Sheraton Waikiki. Previously decorated in dark interiors, the 7,000 sq ft beachfront lounge is now bathed in spectacular floor-to-ceiling views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean.

The local pau hana crowd heads to treat themselves to affordable happy hour drinks, along with $6.00 specialty cocktails. But when the stars arrive on the scene, move to a spectacular drink menu with upwards of 100 different rums and pricey designer cocktails.

The Best of Honolulu Nightclubs

The hip and urban Pearl at the Ala Moana Shopping Center has been named as one of the best Honolulu nightclubs. It features private tables, well stocked bars, and a cocktail menu created by a master mixologist from Las Vegas. If you stay into the wee hours, it becomes a clubbing attraction until 4 am on Friday and Saturday nights.

Although not necessarily a part of the Honolulu nightclubs scene, ArtafterDark, a premier art and food event by the Honolulu Arts Academy, is a good show. Held on most last Fridays of the month, recent events have included, Bhutanese monks painting on surfboards, Tibetan sand painting and exquisite Indian miniature paintings.

Don’t worry about the early closing time; with so much to choose from, there’s always another night time hotspot to go to. For example, high-end wine bars are becoming more popular among Honolulu nightclubs. Amuse Wine Bar boasts more than 80 different wines on the menu. Patrons buy wine “credit cards” and use high-tech electronic carousels that dispense a customer’s choice of wine after swiping the card. Sunday nights are a great deal, since $25 will buy you double the amount of vintage blends.

Chinatown First Fridays

First Fridays in Chinatown are an experience every Honolulu traveler should enjoy. Modern and edgy art galleries open their doors and have a street party for art fans. Clubbers head on to Bar 35, where they sample delicious gourmet pizzas, enjoy specialty cocktails, taste beers from all over the world, and sip bubbly champagne in roof top and indoor bars. The entertainment is complete with live bands and hot DJs to get the party started and keep it going all night.

Another among the many happening Honolulu nightclubs in China town is Next Door. With its high ceilings and brick walls, this converted warehouse resembles a New York City loft. DJs known all over the nation play house, hip hop, and techno, and art films are screened there throughout the week.

For those with energy to spare after a day in the sun, Zanzabar plays hip-hop, trance, house, techno and top 40 to meet all tastes. In Egyptian influenced d?cor, the club also offers salsa classes, improv comedy and room enough to fit 800. High on sophistication and variety, Honolulu nightclubs are the real deal.

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Places To Visit in Oahu

March 18th, 2009 No comments

Many millions of visitors each year land at Honolulu International Airport expecting a holiday of a lifetime on these islands. Immediately after landing, visitors hop in to buses or taxis sent by the hotel and zoom past downtown Honolulu to reach their pre-reserved accommodation at a Waikiki hotel. The attraction of Waikiki is nearly magnetic – the bustle of the busy streets, the long and extended beaches and the rich history of the land soon make the visitors hit the streets. Waikiki is known for its excitement, so much so in fact that many people never leave this area to explore other beautiful parts of the island. With six million visitors annually, you would expect them to want to see the island but most remain within Waikiki’s two square miles.

If you are a visitor who would like to get a taste of Oahu through the eyes of a resident, this article may be of special interest to you.

Magic Island Beach Park – This popular park is located just west of Waikiki, across the street from the Ala Moana Shopping Center. What are the points of attraction in this park? It has two beaches, a jogging path stretching up to 3 miles, tennis courts and much more. A walk around the park will expose the center of Hawaiian culture – people with large extended families gather around hibachis, spending the day together with a good food and plenty of sun. This is a great place for a barbecue and considering the beaches are never overcrowded, it makes for a fantastic sun-filled day.

The Contemporary Museum – This beautiful museum is not very large by museum standards and is situated high up on a ridge that offers spectacular vistas – it can be found on Makiki Heights drive. The exquisite exhibits in this somewhat small museum keep changing in the 5 galleries and when you have finished viewing these, you could go outdoors for a walk in to the sculpture gardens. 5 acres, includes sculptures as well as places for meditation, and can offer an unforgettable view of Honolulu.

Leong’s Cafe – A lu’au is a must-do on any trip here and along with the fantastic entertainment they can also offer great native Hawaiian food. But if you are true connoisseur of authentic Hawaiian food, then the place you ought to visit is Leong’s Cafe located at 2343 North King Street. Here they have been serving the Hawaiian population for in excess of five decades with traditional dishes enjoyed by many.

Champion Malasadas – there is a local treat that originated in portugal called Malasadas which has become so popular that they even renamed Fat Tuesday to Malasadas day. The location details, where this venerated and most popular bakery is Champion Malasadas, 1926 South Beretania Street. Anyone that enjoys donuts will like these (even though they do not have a hole) and they come with a variety of fillings or if you prefer, you can eat them without any type of filling.

Honolulu Chinatown ” Walk through the lanes of Chinatown and you start thinking where am I, and what era am I in? Everything from dim sum to fresh produce can be found here but it also has more modern treats to like the new Hip Lounge. The shops and streets are unforgettable, offering goods, which you would never find in an average American store. While you could always take a guided walking tour of the place the wisest thing to do is to go for a walk by yourself, walking leisurely and only stopping to see something, which tickles your areas of interest.

If you are interested in seeing Oahu through a locals eyes, be sure to spend some time outside of Waikiki. Stop by some or all of the spots listed above and see some of what truly makes Hawaii special.

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The Best Reasons For Taking a Hawaii Vacation

July 24th, 2008 No comments
by Dave Joa

Due to the local culture Hawaii is a friendly and welcoming place to take a vacation. The Hawaiian Islands are the top vacation location for many people around the world. The time for you to go to Hawaii has arrived and you will not be disappointed when you get there.

It is easy to fly to Hawaii direct from most airports in many of the big cities in North America. The Hawaiian Islands will provide warm sun and blue skies and when you add this to the great beaches you can not go wrong. Leave winter behind and enjoy the year round summer sun that paradise provides.

The choice of activities and places to visit in Hawaii is vast and you will be guaranteed a great vacation whatever your age. Plenty of sun, sea, a blue sky and perfect beaches will give you the vacation of a lifetime.

Hawaii Activities for You

Hawaii is probably the most sought after vacation destination for most people. At some time in their lives they will want to ensure that they visit paradise in this Pacific island chain.

The major vacation islands of Hawaii are Maui (Valley Isle), Oahu (Honolulu and Waikiki), Kauai (Garden Isle), Molokai and the Big Island (Hawaii). You can great hotel or condo accommodation with magnificent ocean views near to great beaches and fun activities only a phone call away.

One of the most popular activities during winter from November to April is to go on whale watching trips. If you visit Hawaii during this time you must get on one of the many boats that offer this activity. You are guaranteed to see whales and you will get quite close so take a camera.

If you go whale watching early in the day you may have the fortune to also see dolphins or you can go on a special boat just to see turtles. Some operators may also take you to see some sharks as well. If you book on a sail boat for your whale trip you may end up sailing to see them if there is a bit of a breeze.

Hawaii also has some great dive locations near most islands for scuba and you can learn to dive if you are a beginner as there are many dive operators.

Alternatively you can snorkel in one of many locations, often really close to shore, that are accessible on each island. The variety of tropical fish for you to see is very impressive and turtles are often encountered. Do not miss out on this chance to experience this amazing underwater life.

Great Places to Visit on Vacation in Hawaii

Wherever you go in Hawaii you will have many things that you want to do and see. A great vacation is guaranteed and you will be able to keep as busy as you want or just relax on the beach if you prefer.

Well known locations of historical interest are Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial and the USS Missouri. There are many several good museums, ocean aquariums, zoos, tropical locations for hiking, cycle tours visits to dormant and live volcanoes.

And of course there is surfing, windsurfing and kite surfing. These are all great oceans sports and if you visit during the winter you will see the best in the world perfecting their sport on some of the biggest waves you are ever likely to see. Learn these sports during the summer when the waves are smaller or just watch in amazement.

There are natural attractions everywhere in Hawaii and together with the warm sun, blue sky and blue ocean your perfect vacation is not in doubt. If you get on to the internet and search online for the best Hawaii vacation deal you will get one step closer to the reality of an unforgettable vacation in paradise.

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