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Life Through Time, Now through September

The Bishop Museum of Natural History, located just 30 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas, is hosting an exhibition titled “Life Through Time:  Dinosaurs and Ice-Age Mammals” now through September 15.  The exhibit includes ten life-sized, animatronic dinosaurs and …
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Waikele Premium Outlets

Waikele Premium Outlets, an extensive outlet mall in Waipahu, just twenty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort, hosts a range of top brands for eager shoppers.  Top fashion names include Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Banana Republic, …
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Kuba Cloths, through July 21

The Honolulu Museum of Art, located just thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Paradise Beach Villas and Resort, will host an exhibition featuring 25 pieces of Kuba Cloth.  The Kuba kingdom was once located in present-day Democratic Republic of the …
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Tita’s Grill and Catering

Tita’s Grill is a quintessential little cafe in Oahu with several locations, the oldest of which is in Kahuku, about one hour from the Ko Olina Beach Villas on Oahu’s North Shore.  The grill specializes in several local dishes, including …
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Nico’s Pier 38

Nico’s Pier 38 is a fusion restaurant that combines classic French tastes with local Hawaiian specialties.  Located  in the middle of Honolulu’s Pier 38 Fishing Village, about 30 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort, Nico’s serves breakfast, …
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Cinematheque Francaise Film Festival, through May 17

The Honolulu Museum of Art will host the third annual Cinematheque Francaise Film Festival from May 4 through May 17 at the Doris Duke Theatre, just thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Paradise Beach Villas.  The festival will include a …
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Valley of the Temples

The Valley of the Temples is a large memorial park located off Kahekili Highway, about forty minutes from the Ko Olina Paradise Villas and Resort.  The park is dedicated to both remembrance and healing.  In addition to traditional cemetery grounds, …
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Senior Safari Workout, through April 26

The Honolulu Zoo Society will host a Senior Safari Workout every Friday through April 26 to promote health and wellness while celebrating the Honolulu Zoo.  The zoo is located just off Kapahulu Avenue in Waikiki, about thirty minutes from the …
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La Mer

La Mer is a sophisticated Neoclassical French restaurant located at the Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki, just thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort.  Although the cuisine is French inspired, all ingredients are locally grown in Hawaii, so …
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Kaena Point Natural Area

Kaena Point Natural Area is located within Kaena Point State Park on Oahu’s western coast, about 40 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas.  The state park is often identified by its wide open spaces and sandy beach coves. Hiking …
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