MAY 21
2014
Le Bistro was recently named the Bronze Medalist among Oahu restaurants in the 2014 Hale Aina Awards. Le Bistro is an innovative French restaurant located on Kalanianaole Highway, just thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas.
Le Bistro’s menu features a fricasse of shellfish, steamed fresh Hawaiian onaga, red wine and peppercorn short ribs, and decadent desserts such as the famed apple tart. Many menu items take classic French recipes twisted with a Hawaiian touch while featuring seasonal, fresh produce and seafood. Several traditional French recipes, including onion soup and escargot, are still featured prominently on the menu.
For more information or to make a reservation, call (808) 373-7990.
MAY 18
2014
The Bishop Museum, located just 30 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort, is currently hosting an exhibit about the guitar.
The exhibit examines the sounds, science, and history of the famed instrument, and includes models of guitars dating as far back as the 17th Century. Additionally, instrumental ancestors to the guitar are featured, including a Persian tanbur and Renaissance lute. Hawaii’s own ukulele is featured along with a discussion of its relationship to the more widely played guitar.
The exhibit is open to the public and included in admission to the Bishop House. Admission costs $19.95 for adults and $14.95 for children. The museum is open Wednesday to Monday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and parking is available at no extra charge. For more information, check out www.bishopmuseum.org.
MAY 14
2014
The annual T&C Grom Surf Contest will take place this year on May 17 and 18 in Queens, Waikiki, about thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort.
The competition is sponsored by Town & Country Surf, Hawaii. The competition is open to young surfers ages 12 and under looking to showcase their skills, though their is also an adults “Expression Session” event designed to share creativity. It is a popular show for non-surfers looking to appreciate budding talent as well. Prizes include trophies and award packs
Admission for onlookers is open to the public. For more information, check out http://www.tcsurf.com/grom14/index.html or contact enquiries@tcsurf.com.
MAY 9
2014
Kai Market is a recently opened farm-to-table restaurant located at the Sheraton in Waikiki, about thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas.
The restaurant offers a complete island breakfast for $28.95 per adult and prix fixe dinner menu for $55 per adult, in addition to an a la carte menu which changes daily. Popular dishes include the herb wall shrimp scampi, soy sake braised beef short ribs, and the Hawaiian lau lau. Dessert options are just as decadent, with a haupia and chocolate trifle and coconut haupia tapioca mango pudding on the menu. Guests can enjoy their meal with a view of Waikiki beach.
For more information or to make a reservation, check out http://www.sheraton-waikiki.com/dining/kai/.
MAY 6
2014
The Hawaii Bicycling League offers several cycling skills workshops for all levels. Workshops depart from several locations in Honolulu, all with easy access to the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort.
Popular workshops include Cycling Skills 101 which covers the quintessential elements of safe commuter riding, including cyclists’ rights, rules of the road, safety, lane positioning, and other important rules for safe cycling. Another popular option is Basic Bike Maintenance, a two hour workshop about critical bike maintenance skills, including flat tire repair, cleaning and lubricating a chain, and other routine check ups. This workshop is especially useful for anyone intending to complete long rides.
For more information or to register for a class online, check out http://www.hbl.org/.
MAY 2
2014
Sunset Beach Park is a two mile stretch of sandy beach located along Oahu’s North Shore, about fifty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas. The park is an ideal resting point for visitors driving the full Oahu loop.
The park is a popular destination for surfers. It’s beach serves as an ideal picnic location as well for those interested in watching the experienced North Shore surfers. Additionally, the beach derives its name from the beautiful sunset across the ocean’s horizon. However, visitors are cautioned to be aware of the strong currents in the area; novice swimmers are strongly discouraged from swimming here.
The park is open to the public year round, and admission is free.
APR 28
2014
Hawaii Theatre will present the play Much Ado about Nothing, with actors from its high school theater class. The theater is located on Bethel Street in Honolulu, just thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort.
Shakespeare’s classic play follows two intertwined love stories, including one formal love pursuit and a second less traditional pair unwilling to admit their true feelings. Student performers will tackle the challenging plot lines and language of Shakespeare in an effort to preserve a classic play and share their budding theatrical talent.
Tickets cost $5-10 and can be purchased online. For more information or to reserve tickets, check out http://www.hawaiitheatre.com/
APR 24
2014
Visitors to Hawaii have the chance to participate in a day trip adventure from Oahu to Kauai with a Viator guide. Including hotel pick up options, the day trip is easily accessible to the Ko Olina Beach Resort area.
The all-inclusive trip includes an air-conditioned drive around Kauai Island, a stop by Waimea Canyon, a Wailua River cruise, visits to the Russian Fort and sugar mill, and a stop at Nawiiwii Harbor. The program includes roundtrip airfare from Oahu, and provides visitors to Hawaii the chance to comfortably explore multiple islands.
Prices begin at $342 per tourist. For more information or to schedule a reservation, check out http://www.viator.com/tours/Oahu/Kauai-Day-Trip-Waimea-Canyon-Wailua-River-from-Oahu/d672-2360K1/important-info.
APR 20
2014
Every Wednesday Night, Hawaiian Brian’s, a growing music venue, transforms itself into the Mars Comedy Club to welcome the local comedy group, Mars Comedy. Performances take place at Hawaiian Brian’s Crossroads location on Kapiolani Boulevard, about thirty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort.
Featured performers include the troupe Guys with Issues, an experienced trio of James Mane, Russell Kealoha, and Chad Wago with talent in comedy and improvisational theater. Following the performance, up-and-coming comedians are encouraged to take the stage.
Admission costs $5, and performers are welcomed for free. The show begins at 7:30. For more information about the comedic performers, check out http://marscomedy.com/.
APR 16
2014
The Lulumahu Falls trail is a popular hiking destination in Oahu, located about forty minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort just off Pali Highway.
The hike traverses a gnarly trail covered with bamboo forest, rocks and boulders, and the occasional stream so as to provide hikers with a close encounter with Hawaii’s natural landscape. The trail itself is appropriate for beginner to intermediate climbers, and the final destination is the ribbony Lulumahu waterfall.
Hikers are strongly encouraged to wear a sturdy pair of hiking boots and carry water, especially during Hawaii’s hot season. The trail becomes quite muddy after rainfall. Admission to the trail is free and open to the public.
