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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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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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Diamond Head State Monument

Diamond Head, the iconic crater overlooking Waikiki beach, is a 475 acre state monument that draws many visitors interested in scenic vistas, grueling day hikes, or Hawaii’s military history.  Located just thirty minutes from Ko Olina, the park is filled …
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Paradise Cove Luau

The art of storytelling through movement is embedded in the ancient Hawaiian culture of luau.  Several luau packages are available from Paradise Cove Luau, located just a fifteen minute walk from Ko Olina.  Packages include afternoon snorkeling options, Mai Tais …
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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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