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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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History of Boardshorts, Now through January

The Honolulu Museum of Art, located about 30 minutes from Ko Olina, is currently hosting an exhibition that details the history of boardshorts.  These shorts, designed for surfing and swimming, have evolved over the years to include complex decorative designs …
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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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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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Kala-Bash, July 7

Kumu Kahua Theatre, located about 30 minutes from Ko Olina, will host the annual Kala Bash fundraiser and Silent Auction next Saturday, July 7.  Known for supporting local playwrights, Kumu Kahua Theatre often features plays with elements of local culture. …
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Patrick Koh Jazz Ensemble, June 26

Jazz Minds Art Cafe, located on Kapiolani Boulevard about 30 minutes from Ko Olina, will host the Patrick Koh Jazz Ensemble tomorrow, June 26.  The band, which features the traditional jazz sounds of bass, drums, keyboard, flute, and saxophone, will …
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Turtle Watchers’ Paradise

Laniakea Beach of Oahu, about 45 minutes from Ko Olina, is known for its spectacular abundance of marine turtles.  Since human interactions with turtles has increased significantly in the last few years from regular scuba diving and snorkeling, the Laniakea …
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State Fair – Final Weekend, June 22-24

The Hawaii State Fair will conclude this weekend, June 22 through 24.  The fiftieth annual state fair, the concluding weekend will have a range of activities for individuals of all ages, including traditional fair food and favorite Hawaiian flavors, games, …
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Three Tables snorkeling

The Three Tables area of Oahu’s North Shore, about 50 minutes from Ko Olina, is a popular destination for snorkelers, scuba divers, and beach lovers in the summertime because of its clear waters, reef areas, and well-preserved beach.  Because this …
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Calligraphy and Brush Painting Exhibition, Nov. 4-30

Professor D.Q. Liu, the renowned Chinese artist and calligraphist and professor at the Guangdong Calligraphy and Painting Research Institute, will present his second solo exhibition this November, entitled Voice of Water and Ink.  Many of his pieces feature scenes from …
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