My monthly social security checks will be history. Even though I worked my tail off and let Uncle Sam bank my hard-earned cash for decades. Promising to give it back to me when I most need it…when I’m too old and decrepit to work. Let alone unable to work because of serious healt...
Not only are fresh flower leis beautiful, they naturally exude the spirit of aloha and bring instant joy. This makes them one of the most authentic Hawaiian gifts that anyone would be delighted to receive. If you want to take fresh leis back with you, you’ll want to package them up in...
As time went by, Niihau’s beguiling leis began to appear around the necks of Hawaii’s notable women, including dancers and even royalty. I roto i te au tuatau i topa, kua aaoia te au ei manea tikai o Niihau e te au vaine puapinga pera katoa te aronga ura e te uanga ariki...
Offering what is arguably the most wonderful scent in Hawaii, pikake went down in Hawaiian history as the favorite flower of its famed“Crown” princess, Ka‘iulani—heir to the throne of theKingdom of Hawaiibefore the overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarchy. Meaning peacock in Hawaiian, pikake—w...
But one of the lesser-known facts about Hawaii is that each of its eight main islands also has a signature flower, commonly used for leis and local decor. Oahu: Ilima (yellow-gold hibiscus flower) Big Island: Lehua Ohia (red flower from a myrtle tree) Maui: Lokelani or Damask rose Kau...
When you arrive, you are not checked in with the rest of the guests and are instead whisked straight to the lounge, where you are checked in with leis and cocktails (or whatever drink you prefer). Beyond the private check-in, the lounge is open from six in the morning to eleven in ...
She brought us cold cloths, ice water and kukui & shell leis. We had the rise & dine package. Every day started with a beautiful breakfast buffet. The In-Yo Cafe has an excellent staff. We had such excellent service by: Krislyn, Dennis, John, Harry, Shaq and other...
Its flowers, typically two to four inches in length, are sturdy enough to be used decoratively to make gorgeous leis and other floral decorations. Although they are native to the Philippines, they fit in perfectly on the Hawaiian Islands. When you see them, they are a showstopper—one of ...
It is definitely the cutest of all the native hibiscus, makes beautiful leis and fits perfectly behind the ear. It’s ideal for those who want to wear a flower but not a giant hibiscus that appears as though the flower is wearing them. Distribution: This rare subspecies of native white ...
including free gloves/heat sheet to stay warm on race morning, near-immediate results via email, free race photos, and even free goodr sunglasses. Race day also featured some distinctly Hawaiian touches including a pre-race conch blowing and native prayer, plus purple orchid leis at the finish...