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Sam Choy’s BLC and Brewery

Sam Choy’s, Breakfast, Lunch, & Crab features island favorites and all-American dishes.  Located near Honolulu International Airport, about 30 minutes from Ko Olina, the menu includes hearty signature breakfast specials, seafood platters, locally flavored sandwiches and burgers, and a range …
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Men in Grey Suits, August 7

Men in Grey Suits, a surf rock band, will perform live at Anna O’Brien’s on Beretania Street, about 30 minutes from Ko Olina.  The relatively young band is based in Honolulu and hopes to record their first original album this …
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Lanikai Beach

Lanikai Beach, located on Oahu’s Windward Coast about 40 minutes from Ko Olina, translates to “heavenly sea” in Hawaiian.  It’s a popular hangout destination for tourists due to its clear waters, white sandy beaches, and gentle breeze.  It’s a good …
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HI Sk8 Films, August 1 through 6

A series of films about skating in Hawaii will be shown every evening from August 1 through August 6 at the Doris Duke Theatre  at the Honolulu Museum of Art.  Just 30 minutes from Ko Olina, the film series will …
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Bernice Pauahi Bishop Awards Dinner, July 28

The Bernice Pauahi Bishop Awards Dinner will take place this coming Saturday, July 28, at the Bishop Museum, about 30 minutes from Ko Olina.  An annual event, the awards dinner celebrates the vibrant storied culture of Hawaii.  This year, the …
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Sansei Sushi

Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar, located on Waikiki Beach about 30 minutes from Ko Olina, has won numerous awards for its extensive sushi menu.  It has been recognized by Honolulu Magazine, as well as Travel and Leisure Magazine. The …
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Chef Mavro

Chef Mavro, named for executive chef George Mavrothalassitis, is the only independently-owned Hawaiian restaurant to receive AAA Five Diamond status and numerous other culinary awards.  The restaurant features a contemporary Hawaiian menu with noticeable influences from Mavrothalassitis’ Provencale background.  The …
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Tattoo Exhibit, Now through January

The Honolulu Museum of Art, located about 30 minutes from Ko Olina, is hosting a six month exhibition on the art of tattooing.    The exhibit focuses on the evolution of tattooing from marginalized groups to mainstream contemporary culture.  Ten …
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Duke’s Waikiki

Duke’s Waikiki is a restaurant/barefoot bar located on the beach of Waikiki.  Named in honor of Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, a world renowned surfer and Olympic gold medalist for swimming, Duke’s Waikiki is designed to bring visitors close to the action by …
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