The Everything Family Guide to Hawaii Book

by Ryan, Donald P.

• ISBN13: 9781593370541
• ISBN10: 1593370547
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-08-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

From sun-kissed beaches to lush rainforests, this guide to Hawaii features tips for finding the cheapest fares, traveling between islands, avoiding the tourist traps, and enjoying the unique culture and heritage of the Hawaiian people. Complete with detailed maps and parent-friendly advice, this is an all-in-one resource for making the most of a trip to the islands.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. xii
Welcome to the Hawaiian Islands!	p. 1
Meet the Islands	p. 2
Take a Tour or Plan Your Own Trip	p. 3
When to Go	p. 6
Getting There	p. 7
Travel Among the Islands	p. 12
Living Accommodations	p. 13
Rental Cars and Local Transportation	p. 15
What to Do and What to Bring	p. 17
Natural History of the Islands	p. 21
A Land of Volcanoes	p. 21
Natural Processes, Natural Hazards	p. 24
How's the Weather?	p. 25
In the Garden of Eden	p. 27
Human Impact	p. 28
Dealing with Reality	p. 30
Extra-Large Visitors	p. 31
Hopes for a Bright Future	p. 32
History of the Hawaiians	p. 33
The Original Voyagers	p. 33
The Early Polynesian Society	p. 36
The Arrival of Captain Cook	p. 37
Kamehameha the Great	p. 39
A Dynasty of Rulers	p. 40
A Kingdom Falls	p. 43
War in the Pacific	p. 44
Hawaii Joins the Union	p. 44
Hawaiian Culture	p. 47
Old Hawaiian Culture	p. 47
A Native Language	p. 49
Hawaiian Dishes	p. 52
The Hula Tradition	p. 56
Music in the Air	p. 57
Aquatic Hobbies	p. 57
Made in Hawaii	p. 58
Aloha: A Concept for Living	p. 60
Oahu: "The Gathering Place"	p. 71
Lay of the Land	p. 72
Capital City	p. 73
A Little History	p. 74
Island Style	p. 77
Getting Around	p. 78
Oahu: Places to Stay, Places to Eat	p. 81
Sorting Through the Choices	p. 81
On a Budget	p. 82
In the Middle Range	p. 84
Luxury Accommodations	p. 90
Away from the Big City	p. 91
Oahu Restaurants	p. 92
A Little Nightlife	p. 103
Oahu: Places to Go, Things to Do	p. 105
Natural Attractions	p. 106
Historical and Cultural Activities	p. 111
Outdoor Adventures	p. 121
Up in the Air	p. 124
Water Adventures	p. 125
A Day at the Beach	p. 129
Golfing Oahu	p. 130
Shop Till You Drop	p. 132
Suggested Itineraries	p. 135
Maui: "The Valley Island"	p. 147
Lay of the Land	p. 148
At the Center	p. 148
A Little History	p. 149
Island Style	p. 152
Getting Around	p. 152
Maui: Places to Stay, Places to Eat	p. 157
Sorting Through the Choices	p. 157
On a Budget	p. 159
In the Middle Range	p. 162
Luxury Accommodations	p. 163
Places to Eat	p. 165
A Little Nightlife	p. 168
Maui: Places to Go, Things to Do	p. 171
Natural Attractions	p. 172
Historical and Cultural Activities	p. 177
Outdoor Adventures	p. 180
Up in the Air	p. 183
Water Adventures	p. 183
A Day at the Beach	p. 186
Golfing Maui	p. 187
Shop Till You Drop	p. 188
Suggested Itineraries	p. 190
Hawaii: "The Big Island"	p. 201
Lay of the Land	p. 202
A Little History	p. 203
The Big Island's Economy	p. 205
Island Style	p. 206
Getting Around	p. 207
Hawaii: Places to Stay, Places to Eat	p. 211
Sorting Through the Choices	p. 211
On a Budget	p. 212
In the Middle Range	p. 214
Luxury Accommodations	p. 216
Places to Eat	p. 218
A Little Nightlife	p. 228
Hawaii: Places to Go, Things to Do	p. 231
Getting Oriented	p. 231
Natural Attractions	p. 232
Historical and Cultural Activities	p. 237
Coffee and Nuts	p. 241
Outdoor Adventures	p. 242
Up in the Air	p. 245
Water Adventures	p. 246
A Day at the Beach	p. 250
Golfing on the Big Island	p. 251
Shop Till You Drop	p. 253
Kauai: "The Garden Island"	p. 267
Lay of the Land	p. 268
A Little History	p. 269
Kauai's Economy	p. 271
Island Style	p. 272
Getting Around	p. 272
Kauai: Places to Stay, Places to Eat	p. 277
Sorting Through the Choices	p. 277
On a Budget	p. 278
In the Middle Range	p. 280
Luxury Accommodations	p. 282
Places to Eat	p. 285
A Little Nightlife	p. 295
Kauai: Places to Go, Things to Do	p. 297
Natural Attractions	p. 298
Historical and Cultural Activities	p. 302
Outdoor Adventures	p. 305
Up in the Air	p. 307
Water Adventures	p. 309
A Day at the Beach	p. 312
Golfing on Kauai	p. 315
Shop Till You Drop	p. 316
Suggested Itineraries	p. 317
Molokai: "The Friendly Island"	p. 321
Lay of the Land	p. 321
A Little History	p. 323
Getting Around	p. 325
Places to Stay	p. 326
Places to Eat	p. 328
Attractions and Activities	p. 330
By Land and by Sea	p. 333
Shopping and Nightlife	p. 336
Suggested Itineraries	p. 336
Lanai: the Smallest Island	p. 341
Lay of the Land	p. 341
A Little History	p. 342
Getting Around	p. 344
Places to Stay	p. 345
Places to Eat	p. 347
Attractions and Activities	p. 348
By Land and by Sea	p. 350
Shopping and Nightlife	p. 352
Suggested Itineraries	p. 353
The Forbidden Islands	p. 355
Niihau: "The Forbidden Island"	p. 355
Visiting Niihau	p. 357
Kahoolawe: "The Target Island"	p. 358
Visiting Kahoolawe	p. 360
Northwestern or Leeward Islands	p. 361
Midway Atoll	p. 364
Protected by State and Country	p. 365
Travel Tips	p. 367
Picking a Beach	p. 367
Ocean Tips	p. 368
Sharks and Other Marine Creatures	p. 370
Don't Get Burned	p. 372
I'm Thirsty!	p. 373
Hiking Tips	p. 376
Traveling with Kids	p. 377
Planning the Adventure	p. 377
Packing Tips	p. 380
In Flight	p. 381
Dining Out	p. 385
In a State of Vigilance	p. 386
Traveling with Teenagers	p. 386
Useful Numbers and Web Sites	p. 389
Additional Reading	p. 395
Annual Events	p. 401
Index	p. 403
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