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Celebrate Prince Kuhio Day

Posted on March 25, 2011 by andredvanier

Join in the statewide holiday and annual celebrations this weekend on Oahu and Kauai, honoring the birthday of Hawaii’s Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole. Celebrations started Thursday and will run through Saturday. Check here for Prince Kuhio events. Hawai’i Magazine reports …
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Oahu Exploring More Wind Power

Posted on March 22, 2011 by andredvanier

The Interisland Wind Project is exploring expanded wind options on Oahu. The study suggests adding more wind power, along with current wind power and 100 megawatts of solar power found on Oahu, could eliminate the need to burn 2.8 million …
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Marine Life Near Ko Olina Beach

Posted on March 15, 2011 by andredvanier

Starfish and marine life in ocean off Ko Olina A world of marine life exists in the coral reefs in the ocean outside of Ko Olina. Visitors discover vibrant starfish and other exotic fish not typically seen elsewhere in the …
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Weddings on Ko Olina Beach in 2011

Posted on March 8, 2011 by andredvanier

Ko Olina seems to bring brides and grooms from all over the U.S. and abroad. Kristin and Joseph came all the way from Jacksonville, NC, for their wedding on the beach of Ko Olina. Reminds us how lucky we are …
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Waikiki Shell: Things-to-do Near Ko Olina

Posted on February 25, 2011 by andredvanier

Only a half hour’s drive from the Ko Olina Resort, the Waikiki Shell is a large outdoor amphitheater in Waikiki’s Kapiolani Park. The location seats 1,958 visitors in stadium chairs and includes space for an additional 6,000 guests on various …
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Disney Resort Next to Hawaii’s Ko Olina Golf Club

Posted on September 2, 2009 by andredvanier

Across from the J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa and Ko Olina Golf Club will be a major Walt Disney property. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is in the process of building its first Hawaiian destination. The 21-acre oceanfront property …
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Byodo-In Temple in Oahu

Posted on September 1, 2009 by andredvanier

The Byodo-In (平等院) Temple is a non-denominational Buddhist temple located on the island of O’ahu in Hawai’i at the Valley of the Temples. A trip to the Byodo-In Temple is a sight to behold. The temple is a marvel, and …
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First Friday – Honolulu

Posted on August 24, 2009 by andredvanier

Downtown Honolulu is only a 30-45 minute drive from the Ko Olina Beach Resort. And downtown Honolulu has a party each month called First Friday. It is a homegrown street festival that occurs on the first Friday of each month …
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North Shore Activities

Posted on August 24, 2009 by andredvanier

During your stay at the Ko Olina Beach Villas, a place to consider for a day excursion is Shark’s Cove in Sunset. You can enjoy snorkeling, swimming, or even paddle surfing; however, some local say the snorkeling is best on …
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West Oahu Snorkeling

Posted on August 24, 2009 by andredvanier

Snorkeling at Kahe Point, which is nicknamed Electric Beach, can be very interesting with lots of fish, turtles, and sometimes even spinner dolphins. It is called Electric Beach since an electric plant has two huge cooling pipes where clean warm …
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Author Archives: andredvanier

Celebrate Prince Kuhio Day

Oahu Exploring More Wind Power

Marine Life Near Ko Olina Beach

Weddings on Ko Olina Beach in 2011

Waikiki Shell: Things-to-do Near Ko Olina

Disney Resort Next to Hawaii’s Ko Olina Golf Club

Byodo-In Temple in Oahu

First Friday – Honolulu

North Shore Activities

West Oahu Snorkeling