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Pau Hana in Honolulu: Fridays at the Modern

If you’re looking for an excuse to break out the high heels and your flashy new shades for Friday pau hana, let me introduce you to what may become your new Friday night tradition… Fridays at the Modern. Last week, I was invited to check out the updated menus for both the Sunrise Pool bar…

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Where to Stay on Maui: Ka’anapali Beach Hotel

While the Ka’anapali strip is now home to flashier, more luxurious properties all competing to out-do one another, there is something that remains timeless about Ka’anapali Beach Hotel. Proudly known as “Hawaii’s Most Hawaiian Hotel,” KBH really does it’s best to live up to it’s reputation. Employees participate in a cultural awareness program called Po’okela…

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Where to Eat in Hilo: Local Favorites

When I was on the Kona side of Hawaii Island, a friend who lived there told me they go to Hilo to eat. After having visited, I can understand this. While there is some spectacular food on the Big Island – fresh, locally-sourced, and sometimes pretty pricey, there’s something to say for good old home-style…

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Things to Do in Honolulu: Spa Day at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

One of the benefits of living near the resorts and hotels of Waikiki is that we’ve got world-class spa facilities available to us when we’re up for a splurge. A great way to treat yourself is to book a spa treatment at the Mandara Spa at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.  The Mandara Spa Experience Check…

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Kama’aina Deal: Polynesian Cultural Center Ohana Club

UPDATE (2024): You can find details of the Ohana Club program which is the current package of discounts available to Hawaii residents. Note that the Ohana club is free to join and you’ll receive lifetime membership for signing up, including various offers and discounts (proof of Hawaii residency required – you’ll need to upload it…