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more than $200 million in US currency was burned at both a crematorium and the Aiea Sugar Mill in Hawaii, due to being redeemed for HAWAII Overprint Notes ($20 Note pictured)?
in three days of nearly non-stop negotiations, Nathan Feinsinger mediated an end to a 1947 pineapple workers' strike which threatened the entire Hawaiian economy?
only three of the largest islands of the United States — the Big Island of Hawaii, Kodiak Island, and Puerto Rico — are greater than 3,000 square miles (8,000 km²) in size?
the crematory at the Oahu Cemetery in Hawaii was used to burn $200 million in U.S. bank notes after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941?
the Hawaiian settlement Kainaliu was named after an ancient canoe bailer who worked for King Keawenuiaʻumi in the 16th century?
in 1967, the M139 bomblet (interior pictured) was tested in Hawaii using live Sarin nerve agent?
former Spanish sailor Don Francisco de Paula Marín (1774–1837) introduced many crops such as pineapple to Hawaii?
a blister beetle was introduced in Hawaii to trim the wood-boring Sonoran carpenter bee population, but the beetle failed to survive in the islands?
an attempted Russian conquest of Hawaii in 1815–1817 was led by a German physician?
because actor Alan Dale was unable to go to Hawaii to appear on ABC's Lost as Charles Widmore, the camera crew moved to London to include him on the show anyway?
exhibits at the Bailey House Museum on Maui include a 33 feet (10 m) fishing boat, a collection of snail shells, a unique wooden statue of a Hawaiian demi-god, and 19th century Maui landscapes (pictured)?
the Pali Lookout in Hawaii was originally the site of the bloody Battle of Nu'uanu, where 400 warriors were driven over a cliff by Kamehameha I?
the USS Mount Vernon, a control ship in the cleanup of the Exxon Valdez oil spill, was destroyed off the coast of Hawaii in 2005?
the old Honolulu Police Station in Hawaii's Merchant Street Historic District was designed by American architect Louis Davis in the Mission Revival Style?
the second deepest spot in the world, the HMRG Deep, was discovered by a team of scientists from Hawaii even though it is located by Guam?
the steel beams of Opaekaa Road Bridge, in Kapa'a, Hawaii were forged in 1890 in Motherwell, Scotland?
the unmanned Apollo VI space capsule was recovered by the USS Okinawa (LPH-3) 380 miles north of Kauai, Hawaii?
the last two buildings used by the Makawao Union Church were built atop the foundation of a 19th-century sugarcane mill in Maui, Hawaii?
the first newspaper in Hawaii was printed by students of Lorrin Andrews in 1834, on a printing press brought to the islands in 1820?
the bluestripe snapper (pictured) was introduced to Hawaii in the 1950s as a sport fish, and now outcompetes native fish for space and food?
the frangipani (or plumeria), which is used to make leis (pictured) in Hawaii, is native to Central and northern South America?
the western yellowjacket, an invasive species in Hawaii, can be baited with poisoned catfood?
the first Hawaii showing of From Here to Eternity premiered at the Iao Theater?
Thyrocopa is a genus of flightless moth endemic to Hawaii?
Pleistodontes froggatti, the fig wasp that pollinates the Moreton Bay fig, was intentionally introduced into Hawaii in 1921?
Ben Finney, one of the Polynesian Voyaging Society founders who designed, built, and sailed the Hokulea on its first voyage from Hawaii to Tahiti, wrote his thesis on surfing for his M.A. degree?
Betsey Stockton, the first unmarried female foreign missionary, was a manumitted slave who established schools in Hawaii and Canada?
Cross Seamount, a landform arising from the ocean floor southwest of Hawaii, is used by the NOAA to study tuna migratory patterns?
Eduardo Malapit, mayor of Kauai, Hawaii, from 1974 to 1982, was the first mayor of Filipino descent in the United States?
Ah Jook Ku, a journalist and writer based in Hawaii, was the first Asian American reporter for the Associated Press, as well as the first Asian American female reporter for the Honolulu Star-Bulletin?
AMiBA (pictured) is a radio telescope located on Mauna Loa in Hawaii that is being used to observe the Cosmic Microwave Background and the Sunyaev-Zel'dovich effect in clusters of galaxies?
Dave Burrell's operatic live jazz album Windward Passages was his response to land development in Hawaii during the late 1970's?
Hawaii's Chain of Craters Road has been blocked repeatedly by lava flows from Kīlauea volcano (pictured) since it was built in 1928?
hula master George Na'ope was designated a "Living Golden Treasure" by the state of Hawaii?
'Opaeka'a Falls (pictured) on the Hawaiian island of Kauai is named after the native freshwater shrimp ("rolling shrimp" in Hawaiian) that "roll" down the falls?
George Lycurgus (pictured), who developed two historic hotels in Hawaii, was arrested and imprisoned for treason after the failed 1895 counter-revolution?
Harry Endo had been filmed in a commercial for the bank in Hawaii where he worked when he was asked to play the role of "Che Fong", an original cast member of the television series Hawaii Five-O?
Kona lows bring severe weather to Hawaii two to three times each year between October and April?
Lee Embree took the first air-to-air photographs of the 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor from an unarmed B-17 Flying Fortress, which arrived in Hawaii 30 minutes after the beginning of the attack?
mahi-mahi fishing in Hawaii has been done from kites flown from cliff tops?
Duranta erecta, a widely cultivated ornamental plant, has been identified as an invasive species in Fiji, French Polynesia and Hawaii?
Kawaiahao Church is known as the Westminster Abbey of Hawaii?
Johnny Noble was the first Hawaiian composer to be inducted into the ASCAP?
Hawaii House Bill 444 would allow civil unions in the state of Hawaii?
Herbert K. Pililaau was the first person from Hawaii to receive the Medal of Honor?
Hurricane Cosme in 2007 helped relieve a persistent drought in Hawaii?
Hurricane Fico caused significant damage in Hawaii without making landfall?
2005's Hurricane Kenneth (pictured) brought heavy rainfall to Oahu and Kauai in Hawaii, enough for its name to be considered for retirement?

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Updated live from Wikipedia, last check: June 02, 2012 04:59 UTC (37 seconds ago)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

This article is about the U.S. state. For its "Big Island", see Hawaii (island). For other uses, see Hawaii (disambiguation).

Coordinates: 21°18′41″N 157°47′47″W / 21.31139°N 157.79639°W

For geographic details see Geography and environment or Hawaiian Islands.

State of Hawaii
Mokuʻāina o Hawaiʻi


Flag	Seal
Nickname(s): The Aloha State
Motto(s): Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono (“The Life of the Land is Perpetuated in Righteousness”) Anthem: Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī (“Hawaii’s Own True Sons”)
before statehood, known as the Territory of Hawaii

Official language(s)

English, Hawaiian

Demonym

Hawaiian (see notes)^[1]

Capital

Honolulu

Largest city

Honolulu

Area

Ranked 43^rd in the US

- Total

10,931 sq mi
(28,311 km²)

- Width

n/a miles (n/a km)

- Length

1,522 miles (2,450 km)

- % water

41.2

- Latitude

18° 55′ N to 28° 27′ N

- Longitude

154° 48′ W to 178° 22′ W

Population

Ranked 42^nd in the US

- Total

1,288,198 (2008 est.)^[2]
1,211,537 (2000)

- Density

188.6/sq mi (72.83/km²)
Ranked 13^th in the US

- Median income

$63,746 (5^th)

Elevation

- Highest point

Mauna Kea^[3]
13,796 ft (4,205 m)

- Mean

3,035 ft (925 m)

- Lowest point

Pacific Ocean^[3]
0 ft (0 m)

Admission to Union

August 21, 1959 (50^th)

Governor

Linda Lingle (R)

Lieutenant Governor

James Aiona (R)

U.S. Senators

Daniel Inouye (D)
Daniel Akaka (D)

U.S. House delegation

1: Vacant
2: Mazie Hirono (D) (list)

Time zone

Hawaii: UTC-10
(no daylight saving time)

Abbreviations

HI US-HI

Website

http://www.hawaii.gov

Hawaii State Symbols
Animate insignia
Bird(s)	Hawaiian Goose
Fish	Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa
Flower(s)	Hawaiian hibiscus
Mammal(s)	Humpback whale
Reptile	Gold dust day gecko
Tree	Kukui nut tree

Inanimate insignia
Food	Coconut muffin
Gemstone	Black coral
Slogan(s)	The Islands of Aloha
Soil	Hilo
Song(s)	Hawaiʻi Ponoʻi
Sport	Surfing, Outrigger canoeing
Tartan	Hawaii State Tartan

Route marker(s)


State Quarter

Released in 2008

Lists of United States state insignia

World map with Hawaiian islands in the middle

Hawaii located in the Pacific Ocean

.Hawaii (

ⁱ /həˈwaɪ.iː/ or /həˈwaɪʔiː/ in English; Hawaiian: Mokuʻāina o Hawaiʻi) is the newest of the 50 U.S. states (August 21, 1959), and is the only state made up entirely of islands.^ Homes sales on the Big Island and Kauai were up in December, following a similar trend on Oahu, according to data released yesterday by Hawaii Information Service.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ He has more than 35 years of government service including 21 years with the County and 14 years with the State of Hawai‘i.

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.It occupies most of an archipelago in the central Pacific Ocean, southwest of the continental United States, southeast of Japan, and northeast of Australia.^ Experience the friendly service and best value in Waikiki at the Continental Surf with comfortable guestrooms‚ a fitness room and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Honolulu skyline.

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Hawaii's natural beauty, warm tropical climate, inviting waters and waves, and active volcanoes make it a popular destination for tourists, surfers, biologists, and volcanologists alike. Due to its mid-Pacific location, Hawaii has many North American and Asian influences along with a vibrant native culture. .Hawaii has over a million permanent residents along with many visitors and U.S. military personnel.^ Whale watching can be a fun and relaxing past time whether you are a resident or visitor to Hawaii’s Big Island.

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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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Its capital is Honolulu on the island of Oʻahu.

The state encompasses nearly the entire volcanic Hawaiian Island chain, which comprises hundreds of islands spread over 1,500 miles (2,400 km). At the southeastern end of the archipelago, the eight "main islands" are (from the northwest to southeast) Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kahoʻolawe, Maui, and Hawaiʻi. The last is by far the largest and is often called "The Big Island" to avoid confusion with the state as a whole. The archipelago is physiographically and ethnologically part of the Polynesian subregion of Oceania.

In standard American English, Hawaii is generally

/həˈwaɪ.iː/. In the Hawaiian language, it is generally pronounced [həˈwɐiʔi] or [həˈvɐiʔi]. .Hawaii has produced one U.S. President, Barack Obama.^ Between dealing with terrorism threats and crises abroad, President Obama is unwinding in Hawaii with his family this week.

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^ President Barack Obama bade goodbye to Hawaii last night after an 11-day getaway filled with basketball, golf, family time and tourist attractions.

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^ President Barack Obama's 10-day vacation in the isle has dominated local headlines and the evening news.

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1 Etymology
2 Geography and environment
3 History
4 Cities and towns
5 Demographics
6 Economy
7 Culture
8 Health
9 Education
10 Law and government
- 10.1 Federal Government
- 10.2 National Politics
11 Transportation
12 See also
13 References
14 Further reading
15 External links

Etymology

.The Hawaiian language word Hawaiʻi derives from Proto-Polynesian *Sawaiki, with the reconstructed meaning "homeland";^[4] cognate words are found in other Polynesian languages, including Māori (Hawaiki), Rarotongan (ʻAvaiki), and Samoan (Savaiʻi).^ In the Hawaiian language the word ali'i means royal or high born.

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(See also Hawaiki).

According to Pukui and Elbert,^[5] "Elsewhere in Polynesia, Hawaiʻi or a cognate is the name of the underworld or of the ancestral home, but in Hawaiʻi the name has no meaning."^[6]

Geography and environment

Main article: Hawaiian Islands

The main Hawaiian Islands are:

Island	Nickname	Location	Area	Area Rank	Highest Point	Elevation	Population (as of 2000)	Density
Hawaiʻi^[7]	The Big Island	19°34′N 155°30′W / 19.567°N 155.5°W / 19.567; -155.5	1 4,028.0 sq mi (10,432.5 km²)	1st	Mauna Kea	1 13,796 ft (4,205 m)	148,677	4 37/sq mi (14/km²)
Maui^[8]	The Valley Isle	20°48′N 156°20′W / 20.8°N 156.333°W / 20.8; -156.333	2 727.2 sq mi (1,883.4 km²)	2nd	Haleakalā	2 10,023 ft (3,055 m)	117,644	2 162/sq mi (62/km²)
Kahoʻolawe^[9]	The Target Isle	20°33′N 156°36′W / 20.55°N 156.6°W / 20.55; -156.6	8 44.6 sq mi (115.5 km²)	8th	Puʻu Moaulanui	7 1,483 ft (452 m)	0	8 0
Lānaʻi^[10]	The Pineapple Isle	20°50′N 156°56′W / 20.833°N 156.933°W / 20.833; -156.933	6 140.5 sq mi (363.9 km²)	6th	Lānaʻihale	6 3,366 ft (1,026 m)	3,193	6 23/sq. mi. (9/km²)
Molokaʻi^[11]	The Friendly Isle	21°08′N 157°02′W / 21.133°N 157.033°W / 21.133; -157.033	5 260.0 sq mi (673.4 km²)	5th	Kamakou	4 4,961 ft (1,512 m)	7,404	5 28/sq mi (11/km²)
Oʻahu^[12]	The Gathering Place	21°28′N 157°59′W / 21.467°N 157.983°W / 21.467; -157.983	3 596.7 sq mi (1,545.4 km²)	3rd	Mount Kaʻala	5 4,003 ft (1,220 m)	876,151	1 1,468/sq mi (567/km²)
Kauaʻi^[13]	The Garden Isle	22°05′N 159°30′W / 22.083°N 159.5°W / 22.083; -159.5	4 552.3 sq mi (1,430.5 km²)	4th	Kawaikini	3 5,243 ft (1,598 m)	58,303	3 106/sq mi (41/km²)
Niʻihau^[14]	The Forbidden Isle	21°54′N 160°10′W / 21.9°N 160.167°W / 21.9; -160.167	7 69.5 sq mi (180.0 km²)	7th	Mount Pānīʻau	8 1,250 ft (381 m)	160	7 2/sq mi (1/km²)

Topography

Pāhoehoe and ʻAʻā lava flows side by side at the Big Island of Hawaii in September, 2007

An archipelago situated some 2,000 mi (3,200 km) southwest of the North American mainland,^[15] Hawaii is the southernmost state of the United States and the second westernmost state after Alaska. Only Hawaii and Alaska do not share a border with another U.S. state.

Hawaii is the only state of the United States that:

is not geographically located in North America
grows coffee
is completely surrounded by water
is entirely an archipelago
has a royal palace
does not have a straight line in its state boundary

Map of Hawaii

Nā Pali coast, Kauaʻi

.Hawaii's tallest mountain, Mauna Kea stands at 13,796 ft (4,205 m)^[16] but is taller than Mount Everest if followed to the base of the mountain—from the floor of the Pacific Ocean, rising about 33,500 ft (10,200 m).^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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^ A 3rd Circuit judge has ruled in favor of the University of Hawaii in dismissing a challenge to the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan.

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^[17]

The eight main islands, Hawaiʻi, Maui, Oʻahu, Kahoʻolawe, Lanaʻi, Molokaʻi, Kauaʻi and Niʻihau are accompanied by many others. Kaʻala is a small island near Niʻihau that is often overlooked. .The Northwest Hawaiian Islands are a series of 9 small, older masses northwest of Kauaʻi that extend from Nihoa to Kure that are remnants of once much larger volcanic mountains.^ The traditional pattern for technology companies in the islands is launch small, grow to a larger size then leave.

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^ Once your ship arrives into the Hawaiian Islands becomes a floating hotel in Europe a different island almost everyday.

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.There are also something more than 100 small rocks and islets such as Molokini that are either volcanic, marine sedimentary or erosional in origin, totaling 130 or so across the archipelago.^ Chances are if you blink, there's something probably that you wish you could have seen but isn't there any more.

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^ If you are doing this gluten free, use 100% chestnut flour, but your pasta will be a little more difficult to handle than if you do a 50/50 blend… .

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^ When there is a lot of sand patches like that Pipe can be more like a beach break than the reef break we are all accustomed to.

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Geology

.All Hawaiian islands were formed by volcanoes erupting from a sea floor magma source called a hotspot.^ Throughout the school year, the students have learned about how the hot spot under the Pacific Plate formed underwater volcanoes that eventually became our Hawaiian island chain.

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.As the tectonic plate beneath much of the Pacific Ocean moves northwesterly, the hot spot remains stationary, slowly creating new volcanoes.^ Throughout the school year, the students have learned about how the hot spot under the Pacific Plate formed underwater volcanoes that eventually became our Hawaiian island chain.

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.This explains why only volcanoes on the southern half of the Big Island, and Hawaii's newest volcano, Lōʻihi Seamount deep below the waters off its southern coast, are presently active.^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ I live at 3,500 feet elevation on the island of Hawai'i, atop an active volcano, Kilauea.

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^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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The last volcanic eruption outside the Big Island occurred at Haleakalā on Maui before the late 18th century, though it could have been hundreds of years earlier.^[19] In 1790, Kīlauea exploded with the deadliest eruption (of the modern era) known to have occurred in what is now the United States.^[20] As many as 5,405 warriors and their families marching on Kīlauea were killed that eruption.^[21]

Volcanic activity and subsequent erosion have created impressive geological features. The Big Island has the second highest point among the world's islands.^{[citation needed]}

Slope instability of the volcanoes has generated damaging earthquakes with related tsunamis, particularly in 1868 and 1975.^[22]

Flora and Fauna

.Because the islands' are so far from other land habitats, life before human activity is said to have arrived by the "3 W's": wind (carried through the air), waves (brought by ocean currents), and wings (birds, insects, and whatever they brought with them).^ Watching the ocean, the birds, the mountain – they all did their part which makes the whale watching adventure so worth it.

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^ The first quarter's theme will be raising community awareness of the ocean habitats surrounding Hawai`i, the health and human aspects of our oceans.

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.This isolation, and the wide range of environments (extreme altitude, tropical climate) produced a vast array of endemic flora and fauna (see Endemism in the Hawaiian Islands).^ As I look out the window today I wish I could see a tropical island.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it's a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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.Hawaii has more endangered species and has lost a higher percentage of its endemic species than any other US state.^ Compare this to several other similar hotels in the area starting at more than… .

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^ A viewer enclosed a check with her letter and shared that early last year, she lost her job of more than two decades.

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^ State House leaders have suggested ending the 60-day session a week early, compressing the calendar in the hopes lawmakers will focus more on the state budget than on other bills.

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^[23]

Niʻihau (70 sq. mi.)	Kauaʻi (552.3 sq. mi.)	Oʻahu (598 sq. mi.)	Maui (727.3 sq. mi.)
Molokaʻi (260 sq. mi.)	Lānaʻi (140.5 sq. mi.)	Kahoʻolawe (44.6 sq. mi.)	Hawaii (4,028.2 sq. mi.)

Protected areas

white rectangular memorial building with US flag flying above

The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor

.Several areas in Hawaii are under the protection of the National Park Service.^ January is Volcano Awareness Month at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park .

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^[24] .Hawaii has two national parks: Haleakala National Park near Kula, on Maui, includes Haleakalā, the dormant volcano that formed east Maui; and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in the southeast region of the island of Hawaii, which includes the active volcano Kīlauea and its various rift zones.^ I live at 3,500 feet elevation on the island of Hawai'i, atop an active volcano, Kilauea.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ This gallery includes a few images from the island of Oahu in Hawaii.

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.There are three national historical parks: Kalaupapa National Historical Park in Kalaupapa, Molokaʻi, the site of a former Hansen's disease colony; Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park in Kailua-Kona on the island of Hawaiʻi; and Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park, an ancient place of refuge.^ KONA FIRES NEWS RELEASE County of Hawai‘i firefighters continue to battle three brush fires burning in remote areas of mauka Kona.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ County of Hawai‘i firefighters continue to battle three brush fires burning in remote areas of mauka Kona.

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.Other areas under the control of the National Park Service include Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail on the island of ʻand the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor on Oʻahu.^ Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial to return from repairs .

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ Now the list includes other web services, some desktop software and even a few gadgets.

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.The Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument was proclaimed by President George W. Bush on June 15, 2006. The monument covers roughly 140,000 square miles (360,000 km²) of reefs, atolls and shallow and deep sea out to 50 miles (80 km) offshore in the Pacific Ocean, larger than all of America's National Parks combined.^ When there is a lot of sand patches like that Pipe can be more like a beach break than the reef break we are all accustomed to.

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^ Many of my co-workers saw his helicopter buzzing around and we think he has been flying the chopper from his house behind our office out to his yacht which has been parked in the bay less than a 1/2 mile from his house.

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^ In all, over 175,000 islanders have lung disease — that’s more than the combined populations of Maui and Kauai.

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^[25]

Climate

Monthly normal low and high temperatures for various Hawaiian cities^[27]
City	Jan.	Feb.	Mar.	Apr.	May	Jun.	Jul.	Aug.	Sep.	Oct.	Nov.	Dec.
Hilo	64°F 17.8°C	64°F 17.8°C	65°F 18.3°C	66°F 18.9°C	67°F 19.4°C	68°F 20.0°C	69°F 20.6°C	69°F 20.6°C	69°F 20.6°C	68°F 20.0°C	67°F 19.4°C	65°F 18.3°C
79°F 26.1°C	79°F 26.1°C	79°F 26.1°C	79°F 26.1°C	81°F 27.2°C	82°F 27.8°C	82°F 27.8°C	83°F 28.3°C	83°F 28.3°C	83°F 28.3°C	81°F 27.2°C	80°F 26.7°C
Honolulu	66°F 18.9°C	65°F 18.3°C	67°F 19.4°C	68°F 20.0°C	70°F 21.1°C	72°F 22.2°C	74°F 23.3°C	75°F 23.9°C	74°F 23.3°C	73°F 22.8°C	71°F 21.7°C	68°F 20.0°C
80°F 26.7°C	81°F 27.2°C	82°F 27.8°C	83°F 28.3°C	85°F 29.4°C	87°F 30.6°C	88°F 31.1°C	89°F 31.7°C	89°F 31.7°C	87°F 30.6°C	84°F 28.9°C	82°F 27.8°C
Kahului	63°F 17.2°C	63°F 17.2°C	65°F 18.3°C	66°F 18.9°C	67°F 19.4°C	69°F 20.6°C	71°F 21.7°C	71°F 21.7°C	70°F 21.1°C	69°F 20.6°C	68°F 20.0°C	65°F 18.3°C
80°F 26.7°C	81°F 27.2°C	82°F 27.8°C	82°F 27.8°C	84°F 28.9°C	86°F 30.0°C	87°F 30.6°C	88°F 31.1°C	88°F 31.1°C	87°F 30.6°C	84°F 28.9°C	82°F 27.8°C
Lihuʻe	65°F 18.3°C	66°F 18.9°C	67°F 19.4°C	69°F 20.6°C	70°F 21.1°C	73°F 22.8°C	74°F 23.3°C	74°F 23.3°C	74°F 23.3°C	73°F 22.8°C	71°F 21.7°C	68°F 20.0°C
78°F 25.6°C	78°F 26.6°C	78°F 26.6°C	79°F 26.1°C	81°F 27.2°C	83°F 28.3°C	84°F 28.9°C	85°F 29.4°C	85°F 29.4°C	84°F 28.9°C	81°F 27.2°C	79°F 26.1°C

History

Main article: History of Hawaii

History of Hawaii

Ancient times
Monarchy
Provisional Government
Republic
Territory
State

.Hawaii is one of four states that were independent prior to becoming part of the United States, along with the Vermont Republic (1791), the Republic of Texas (1845), and the California Republic (1846), and one of two (Texas was the other) with formal diplomatic recognition internationally.^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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^[28] .The Kingdom of Hawaii was sovereign from 1810 until 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown by resident American (and some European) businessmen.^ Until then, I wanted to share some holiday posts from a few of my favorite Hawaii bloggers.

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It was an independent republic from 1894 until 1898, when it was annexed by the United States as a territory, becoming a state in 1959.^[29]

.Hawaii was the target of a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor by Imperial Japan on December 7, 1941. The attack on Pearl Harbor and other military and naval installations on Oʻahu, carried out by aircraft and by midget submarines brought the United States into World War II.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ QUESTION: What happened to the two Pearl Harbor sailors assigned to the nuclear attack submarine USS Greeneville who were arrested for allegedly beating up civilians while the ship was being repaired on the East Coast.

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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Pre-European contact — Ancient Hawaii (800-1778)

Main article: Ancient Hawaii

The earliest habitation supported by archaeological evidence dates to as early as 300 BCE, probably by Polynesian settlers from the Marquesas, followed by a second wave of migration from Raiatea and Bora Bora in the 11th century. The first recorded European contact with the islands was in 1778 by British explorer James Cook.

.Polynesians from the Marquesas and possibly the Society Islands may have first populated the Hawaiian Islands between 300 and 500 CE. There is a great deal of debate regarding these dates.^ For 2010 there will be a cruise lines coming to the Hawaiian Islands.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it's a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^[30]

Some archaeologists and historians believe that an early settlement from the Marquesas and a later wave of immigrants from Tahiti, circa 1000 introduced a new line of high chiefs, the Kapu system, the practice of human sacrifice and the building of heiaus. This later immigration is detailed in folk tales about Paʻao. Other authors argue that there is no archaeological or linguistic evidence for a later influx of Tahitian settlers, and that Paʻao must be regarded as a myth.

Drawing of single-masted sailboat with one spinnaker-shaped sail, carrying dozens of men

Kalaniʻōpuʻu, King of Hawaii bringing presents to Captain Cook. Illustrated by John Webber, artist aboard Cook's ship.

Regardless of the question of Paʻao, historians agree that the history of the islands was marked by a slow but steady growth in population and the size of the chiefdoms, which grew to encompass whole islands. .Local chiefs, called aliʻi, ruled their settlements and launched wars to extend their sway and defend their communities from predatory rivals.^ Kealakekua Bay was once a major Hawaiian settlement where many ali’i (chiefs) lived.

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James Cook — European arrival and the Kingdom of Hawaii (1778-1893)

The 1778 arrival of British explorer James Cook was Hawaii's first documented contact with European explorers. Cook named the islands the "Sandwich Islands" in honor of his sponsor John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich. He published the islands' location and reported the native name as Owyhee. This spelling lives on in Owyhee County, Idaho, after three Hawaiian members of a trapping party killed in that area.

Cook visited the islands twice. .During his second visit in 1779, he attempted to abduct the King of the Big Island of Hawaii, Kalaniʻōpuʻu, and hold him as ransom for the return of a ship's boat that was taken by a minor chief and his men, a tactic that had worked for Cook in Tahiti and other islands.^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ The vog has returned with a vengeance to Big Island’s east side and looks to hang around through Wednesday of next week.

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^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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^[31] Kalaniʻōpuʻu and his supporters fought back and Cook and four Marines were killed as Cook's party retreated to the beach and launched their boats.

.After Cook's visit and the publication of several books relating his voyages, the Hawaiian islands received many European visitors: explorers, traders, and eventually whalers who found the islands a convenient harbor and source of supplies.^ This is a serious public safety issue that affects the health and well-being of many of the state's citizens, especially on the island of Oahu.

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^ If you’re a “LOST” fan who has been contemplating a visit to “The Island” in January to celebrate the sixth and final season of the show, now is the time to take the leap.

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Early British influence can be seen in the design of the Flag of Hawaii which has the British Union Flag in the corner.

These visitors introduced diseases to the once-isolated islands and the Hawaiian population plunged precipitously^[32] because native Hawaiians had no resistance to influenza, smallpox, and measles, among others. During the 1850s, measles killed a fifth of Hawaii's people.^[33]

House of Kamehameha

During the 1780s and 1790s chiefs were often fighting for power. .After a series of battles that ended in 1795 and forced cession of the island of Kauaʻi in 1810, all inhabited islands were subjugated under a single ruler who became known as King Kamehameha the Great.^ You really want to honor the president by having him jump the claim of all those well-known pols who actually are Tiger alums?

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He established the House of Kamehameha, a dynasty that ruled the kingdom until 1872.

After Kamehameha II inherited the throne in 1819, missionaries to Hawaii converted many Hawaiians to Christianity. Their influence ended many ancient practices, and Kamehameha III was the first Christian king. Missionary leaders included Protestant Hiram Bingham I and Joseph F. Smith of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Father Damien, a Catholic priest, was canonized for his work in the isolated leper colony of Kalaupapa on the island of Molokaʻi. Other missionaries and their descendants such as Henry Perrine Baldwin became active in commercial and political affairs, leading to future conflicts.

The death of the bachelor King Kamehameha V—who did not name an heir—resulted in the popular election of Lunalilo over Kalākaua. Lunalilo died the next year, also without naming an heir. Perhaps "the People's King" (Lunalilo) wanted the people to choose his successor as they had chosen him. 1874 featured a contested election by the legislature between Kalākaua and Emma. This led to riots and the landing of U.S. and British troops, and governance passed to the House of Kalākaua.

1887 Constitution

In 1887, Kalākaua was forced to sign the 1887 Constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaii, which stripped the king of much of his authority. There was a property qualification for voting, which disenfranchised many poorer Hawaiians and favored the wealthier white community. Resident whites were allowed to vote, but resident Asians were excluded. Because the 1887 Constitution was signed under threat of violence, it is known as the "Bayonet Constitution". King Kalākaua, reduced to a figurehead, reigned until his death in 1891. His sister, Liliʻuokalani, succeeded him on the throne.

Ship's landing force at the time of the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy, January 1893.

In 1893, Queen Liliʻuokalani announced plans for a new constitution. On January 14, 1893, a group of mostly Euro-American business leaders and residents formed a Committee of Safety to overthrow the Kingdom and seek annexation by the United States. United States Government Minister John L. Stevens, responding to a request from the Committee of Safety, summoned a company of uniformed U.S. Marines. As one historian noted, the presence of these troops effectively made it impossible for the monarchy to protect itself.^[34]

Revolution of 1893 — the Republic of Hawaii (1894–1898)

In January 1893, Queen Liliʻuokalani was overthrown and replaced by a Provisional Government composed of members of the Committee of Safety. Controversy filled the following years as the queen tried to re-establish her throne. The administration of President Grover Cleveland commissioned the Blount Report, which concluded that the removal of Liliʻuokalani was illegal. The U.S. Government first demanded that Queen Liliʻuokalani be reinstated, but the Provisional Government refused. Congress followed with another investigation, and submitted the Morgan Report on February 26, 1894, which found all parties (including Minister Stevens) with the exception of the queen "not guilty" from any responsibility for the overthrow.^[35] The accuracy and impartiality of both the Blount and Morgan reports has been questioned by partisans on both sides of the debate over the events of 1893.^[34]^[36]^[37]^[38]

In 1993, a joint Apology Resolution regarding the overthrow was passed by Congress and signed by President Clinton, apologizing for the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom.^[38] .It is the first time in American history that the United States government has apologized for overthrowing the legitimate government of a sovereign nation.^ For the first time in a long time, there was good news to come out of an economic meeting at the State Capitol.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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^ In its strongest language yet, Yemen's government declared Thursday that there are limits to its military cooperation with the United States, warning that any direct U.S. action in this impoverished Middle East nation could bolster the popularity of .

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ʻIolani Palace in Honolulu, formerly the residence of the Hawaiian monarch, was the capitol of the Republic of Hawaii.

The Provisional Government of Hawaii ended on July 4, 1894, replaced by the Republic of Hawaii.

Annexation — the Territory of Hawaii (1898-1959)

After William McKinley won the presidential election in 1896, Hawaii's annexation to the U.S. was again discussed. The previous president, Grover Cleveland, was a friend of Queen Liliʻuokalani. McKinley was open to persuasion by U.S. expansionists and by annexationists from Hawaii. He met with annexationists from Hawaii Lorrin Thurston, Francis Hatch and William Kinney. .After negotiations, in June 1897, McKinley agreed to a treaty of annexation with these representatives of the Republic of Hawaii.^ The University of Hawaii and the union representing 3,200 of its faculty members have agreed to resume negotiations on a new labor contract.

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^[39] The president then submitted the treaty to the U.S. Senate for approval.

The Newlands Resolution in Congress annexed the Republic to the United States and it became the Territory of Hawaii. Despite some opposition in the islands, the Newlands Resolution was passed by the House June 15, 1898, by a vote of 209 to 91, and by the Senate on July 6, 1898, by a vote of 42 to 21. .Its legality continues to be questioned because it was a United States Government resolution, not a treaty of cession or conquest as is required by international law.^ A new law that takes effect in January will require all new homes to have solar power water heaters (making Hawaii the first in the United States to do so), and plans for “smart meters” to help encourage energy conservation and a push toward biofuels continue to be part of the renewable energy conversation.

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^ I've been asked by the American Bar Association's Section on State and Local Government Law to moderate a continuing legal education teleconference on the McDonald v.

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In 1900, Hawaii was granted self-governance and retained ʻIolani Palace as the territorial capitol building. .Despite several attempts to become a state, Hawaii remained a territory for sixty years.^ The clip begins by saying, “The News Magazine visits Hawaii, the U.S. territory at the crossroads of the Pacific, which may become the 49th State.” Though the history is a bit polarized, it’s still very interesting to see and hear this perspective of Hawaii just seven years before the territory became the 50th State.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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.Plantation owners and key capitalists, who maintained control through financial institutions, or "factors," known as the Big Five, found territorial status convenient, enabling them to continue importing cheap foreign labor; such immigration was prohibited in various states.^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ The following is a guest blog from Big Island On The Cheap and the original article can be found here.

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Revolution of 1954 — the State of Hawaii (1959-present)

Photocopy of ballot and referendum results

All representative districts voted at least 93% in favor of Admission acts. Ballot (inset) and referendum results for the Admission Act of 1959

Main article: Democratic Revolution of 1954 (Hawaii)

In the 1950s the power of the plantation owners was finally broken in a non-violent revolution by descendants of immigrant laborers. Because they were born in a U.S. territory, they were legal U.S. citizens. The Hawaii Republican Party, strongly supported by plantation owners, was voted out of office. .The Democratic Party of Hawaii dominated politics for 40 years.^ The left wing of the Democratic Party generally broke for the Hawaii-born Obama when the presidential primary campaign narrowed to Obama and then-U.S. Sen.

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Expecting to gain full voting rights, Hawaii's residents actively campaigned for statehood.

In March 1959, Congress passed the Hawaii Admission Act and U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into law. .(The act excluded Palmyra Atoll, part of the Kingdom and Territory of Hawaii, from the new state.^ A number of companies and hotels will offer pyrotechnics shows around the state on New Year's Eve as part of celebrations.

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^ For Hawaii to counter its growing shortage of workers in the years ahead, the state will need to adopt and implement bold new workforce development policies and practices.

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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) On June 27 of that year, a referendum asked residents of Hawaii to vote on the statehood bill. Hawaii voted 17 to 1 to accept. .There has been criticism, however, of the Statehood plebiscite because the only choices were to accept the Act or to remain a territory, without the option of independence or addressing the legality of the overthrow.^ There are activities for kids earlier in the evening, then plenty of options for those without kids, or those lucky enough to find a babysitter, later in the evening.

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^[40]^[41]^[42] Despite the criticism, the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization later removed Hawaii from the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories.

After statehood, Hawaii quickly modernized via construction and rapidly growing tourism economy. Later, state programs promoted Hawaiian culture. .The Hawaii State Constitutional Convention of 1978 incorporated programs such as the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to promote indigenous language and culture.^ A year-old school strives to keep the Samoan language and culture alive for youngsters born in Hawaii Honolulu Advertiser: Editorial Blog .

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^ Linda Lingle is nominating the head of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to be a judge on the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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^ Office of Hawaiian Affairs Airs Akaka Bill Promotion Tonight on KITV Television .

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Cities and towns

downtown Honolulu showing a cluster of 10-30 story buildings

Honolulu is the largest city and capital of Hawaii.

Historical populations
Census	Pop.	%±
1900	154,001	—
1910	191,874	24.6%
1920	255,881	33.4%
1930	368,300	43.9%
1940	422,770	14.8%
1950	499,794	18.2%
1960	632,772	26.6%
1970	769,913	21.7%
1980	964,691	25.3%
1990	1,108,229	14.9%
2000	1,211,537	9.3%
Est. 2008^[2]	1,288,198	6.3%

Population density

The movement of the Hawaiian royal family from the Big Island to Maui, and subsequently to Oʻahu, explains why population centers exist where they do today. .Kamehameha III chose the largest city, Honolulu, as his capital because of its natural harbor, the present-day Honolulu Harbor.^ The Clerk rejected the petition for a special initiative election because the City and County Charter did not allow initiative special elections within 180 days of a general election.

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Now the state capital, Honolulu is located along the southeast coast of Oʻahu. The previous capital was Lahaina, Maui. Some major towns are Hilo, Kāneʻohe, Kailua, Pearl City, Waipahu, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kīhei, and Līhuʻe.

Demographics

Population

As of 2005, Hawaii has an estimated population of 1,275,194, an increase of 13,070, or 1.0%, from the prior year and an increase of 63,657, or 5.3%, since 2000. This includes a natural increase of 48,111 people (that is 96,028 births minus 47,917 deaths) and an increase due to net migration of 16,956 people into the state. Immigration from outside the United States resulted in a net increase of 30,068 people, and migration within the country produced a net loss of 13,112 people. The center of population of Hawaii is located between the two islands of Oʻahu and Molokaʻi.^[43]

Hawaii has a de facto population of over 1.3 million due to large military and tourist populations. Oʻahu, nicknamed "The Gathering Place", is the most populous island (and has the highest population density), with a resident population of just under one million in 597 square miles (1,546 km²), about 1,650 people per square mile (for comparison, New Jersey, which has 8,717,925 people in 7,417 square miles (19,210 km²) is the most-densely populated state with 1,134 people per square mile.)^[44] .Hawaii's 1,275,194 people, spread over 6,423 square miles (16,640 km²) (including many unpopulated islands) results in an average population density of 188.6 persons per square mile,^[45] which makes Hawaii less densely populated than states like Ohio and Illinois.^ This is a serious public safety issue that affects the health and well-being of many of the state's citizens, especially on the island of Oahu.

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^ They claim if the counties had this authority it would make them less reliant on the state for funding.

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^[46]

.The average projected lifespan of those born in Hawaii in 2000 was 79.8 years (77.1 years if male, 82.5 if female), longer than any other state.^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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^ A year-old school strives to keep the Samoan language and culture alive for youngsters born in Hawaii Honolulu Advertiser: Editorial Blog .

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^[47]

.U.S. military personnel make up approximately 1.3% of the population in the islands.^ She's gearing up to do mid-scale vermicomposting using cafeteria waste, making this the first school on the island to… .

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Race and ethnicity

Further information: Europeans in Oceania

.According to the 2008 American Community Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau, White Americans made up 27.1% of Hawaii's population; 24.8% were non-Hispanic whites.^ Homes sales on the Big Island and Kauai were up in December, following a similar trend on Oahu, according to data released yesterday by Hawaii Information Service.

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Blacks or African Americans made up 2.4% (2.3% non-Hispanic). American Indians made up 0.2% ( 0.1% non-Hispanic). Asian Americans made up 38.5% (37.6% non-Hispanic). Pacific Islander Americans made up 9.0% (8.6% non-Hispanic). .Individuals from some other race made up 1.4% (0.1% non-Hispanic).^ Surftech has some great gear in store for SUP. I’m anxiously awaiting the arrival of the new 12′6″ racers from Joe Bark and other SUP racing shapers.

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Multiracial Americans made up 21.4% (17.8% non-Hispanic). Hispanics and Latinos made up 8.7%.^[48]

Hawaii has the highest percentage of Asian Americans, mainly 175,000 Filipino Americans and 161,000 Japanese Americans. In addition, there are roughly 53,000 Chinese Americans and 40,000 Korean Americans. Indigenous Hawaiians number 70,000 (or 5.5%). Over 110,000 Hispanic and Latino Americans make Hawaii their home. Mexicans number 37,000; Puerto Ricans number 35,000. Also, Hawaii has the multiracial highest percentage, roughly 21%. Eurasian Americans are a prominent mixed-race group; there are roughly 61,000 Eurasian Americans in Hawaii.^[48]

The five largest European ancestries in Hawaii are German (7.4%), Irish (5.2%), English (4.6%), Portuguese (4.3%), and Italian (2.7%).

.82.2% of Hawaii's residents were born in the United States.^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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Roughly 75.0% of the foreign-born residents hail from Asia.^[48]

Hawaii is a majority-minority state. Non-Hispanic whites do not form a majority. .Hawaii was the second majority-minority state.^ Hawaii is the second happiest U.S. state, according to a study published yesterday in the journal Science.

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^ Lung cancer is the number one killer of adults in Hawaii, and the Aloha State is ranked second in the nation for youth asthma.

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.Both Hawaii and New Mexico have been majority-minority since the early 20th century.^ Hawaii survived its ninth consecutive New Year's Eve without deaths or major injuries from personal fireworks, but the reverberations continue.

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Ancestry groups

**Population Of Hawaii**^[48]
Ancestry	Percentage	Main article:
Filipino	13.6%	See Filipino American
Japanese	12.6%	See Japanese American
Polynesian	9.0%	See Native Hawaiians
German	7.4%	See German American
Irish	5.2%	See Irish American
English	4.6%	See English American
Portuguese	4.3%	See Portuguese American
Chinese	4.1%	See Chinese American
Korean	3.1%	See Korean American
Mexican	2.9%	See Mexican American
Puerto Rican	2.8%	See Puerto Rican
African	2.4%	See African American
Italian	2.7%	See Italian American
French	1.7%	See French American
Scottish	1.2%	See Scottish American

The largest ancestry groups in Hawaii as of 2008 are in the table at right. The third group of foreigners to arrive upon Hawaii's shores, after those from Polynesia and Europe, was from Han China. .Chinese workers on Western trading ships settled in Hawaii starting in 1789. In 1820 the first American missionaries came to preach Christianity and teach the Hawaiians Western ways.^ The Presidential dog, Bo, stayed behind when the first family came to Hawaii for the holidays.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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They were instrumental in convincing the Hawaiian Chiefs to end human sacrifice.

A large proportion of Hawaii's population is now of Asian ancestry (especially Chinese, Japanese and Filipino.) Many are descendants of those immigrants brought to work on the sugar plantations in the 1850s and after. .The first 153 Japanese immigrants arrived in Hawaii on June 19, 1868. They were not "legally" approved by the Japanese government because the contract was between a broker and the Tokugawa shogunate, by then replaced by the Meiji Restoration.^ Imagine that you are a first generation Japanese plantation worker in Hawaii, and the year is 1885.

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The first Japanese government-approved immigrants arrived on February 9, 1885 after Kalākaua's petition to Emperor Meiji when Kalākaua visited Japan in 1881.

Almost 13,000 Portuguese had come by 1899. They too worked on the sugar plantations. By October 17, 1901, 5,000 Puerto Ricans had made new homes on the four islands.

Languages

.The State of Hawaii has two official languages recognized in its 1978 constitution: English and Hawaiian.^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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^ It’s Monday, the official end of a long weekend that followed a previous long weekend, and for some state workers, the culmination of a two-week furlough.

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.Article XV, Section 4, specifies that "Hawaiian shall be required for public acts and transactions only as provided by law" [italic added].^ The clerks of the respective courts shall provide public access to the dockets and documents of… .

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.Hawaii Creole English (locally referred to as 'Pidgin') is the native dialect of many born-and-raised residents and is a second dialect for many other residents.^ Hawaii's other resident president .

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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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English

.As of the 2000 Census, 73.44% of Hawaii residents age 5 and older speak only English at home.^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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.According to the 2008 American Community Survey, 74.6% of Hawaii's residents over the age of five speak only English at home.^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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Minority languages

In addition, 2.6% of the state's residents speak Spanish; 1.6% speak other Indo-European languages; 21.0% speak an Asian language; and 0.2% speak a different language at home.^[48]

After English, other popular languages are Tagalog (most are bilingual in Filipino language), Japanese, and Ilokano. Significant European immigrants and descendants also speak their native languages; the most numerous are Spanish, German, Portuguese and French.

Tagalog speakers make up 5.37% (which includes non-native speakers of Filipino language, the national co-official Tagalog-based language), followed by Japanese at 4.96%, Ilokano at 4.05%, Chinese at 1.92%, Hawaiian at 1.68%, Spanish at 1.66%, Korean at 1.61%, and Samoan at 1.01%.^[49]

Hawaiian

Main article: Hawaiian language

The Hawaiian language is a member of the Polynesian branch of the Austronesian family. It began to develop around 1000 A.D., when Marquesans or Tahitians colonized Hawaii. .Those Polynesians remained in the islands, thereby becoming the Hawaiian people.^ Once your ship arrives into the Hawaiian Islands becomes a floating hotel in Europe a different island almost everyday.

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Their language developed into the Hawaiian language. .Before the arrival of Captain James Cook, the Hawaiian language had no written form.^ On my upcoming trip to the Big Island, I’ve planned to visit Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park, This park is significant for three main reasons – It’s the site of the first extensive interaction between Hawaiians and Westerners with the arrival of Captain James Cook.

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That form was developed mainly by American Protestant missionaries during 1820–1826. They assigned letters from the Latin alphabet that corresponded to the Hawaiian sounds.

Interest in Hawaiian increased significantly in the late 20th century. With the help of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, specially designated immersion schools were established where all subjects would be taught in Hawaiian. .Also, the University of Hawaii developed a Hawaiian language graduate studies program.^ The second class to complete the Outrigger ‘s new Management Fundamentals training program graduated after a lot of hard work and intense studying.

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Municipal codes were altered to favor Hawaiian place and street names for new civic developments.

Hawaiian distinguishes between long and short vowels. In modern practice, vowel length is indicated with a macron (kahakō). Also, Hawaiian uses the glottal stop as a consonant (ʻokina). It is written as a symbol similar to the apostrophe or opening single quote.

.Hawaiian-language newspapers published from 1834–1948 and traditional native speakers of Hawaiian generally omit the marks in their own writing.^ We decided to go to our friend Mark’s house for a traditional “pre-Western contact” Hawaiian dinner and then to the Marine Corps Base in Kaneohe for dessert.

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The ʻokina and kahakō are intended to help non-native speakers.

Hawaiian Pidgin

.Some locals speak Hawaii Creole English (HCE), often called "pidgin". The lexicon of HCE derives mainly from English but also has words from Hawaiian, Chinese, Japanese, Ilocano and Tagalog from the Philippines and Portuguese.^ I don't think locals would have called any of the days good Pipe, but there were some sick barrells especially at Backdoor.

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During the 19th century, the increase in immigration (mainly from China, Japan, Portugal—and especially from the Azores archipelago—and Spain), caused a variant of English to develop. By the early 20th century pidgin speakers had children who acquired the pidgin as their first language. HCE speakers use some Hawaiian words without those words being considered archaic. .Most place names are retained from Hawaiian, as are some names for plants or animals.^ Some species of animal and plant life are so isolated in their Maui habitat they exist only in their own little valley and nowhere else in the world.

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.For example, tuna fish are often called ahi.^ Poke is most often made of ahi (tuna) with various seasonings, although tako (octopus) is also popular.

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HCE speakers have modified the meanings of certain English words. For example, "aunty" and "uncle" refer to any adult who is a friend, or to show respect for an elder. Simplified grammar is used. .For example, instead of "It is hot today, isn't it?", an HCE speaker would say simply "stay hot, eh?"^ Coming Wednesday: State House Speaker Calvin Say on live video-streamed Hot Seat .

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^ Get your questions ready: Joining us for our monthly live video-streamed version of the Hot Seat will be House Speaker Calvin Say.

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When a word does not come to mind quickly, the term "da kine" refers to any word you can't think of. .Through the surfing boom in Hawaii, HCE has influenced surfer slang.^ (Hawaii time) to discuss her film, surfing career, recent surfing at Jaws on Maui, and her film Soul Surfer which is now in pre production at the Turtle Bay Resort [...

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.Some HCE expressions, such as brah and da kine, have found their way to other places.^ He sent the letter to its intended recipient at the White House as well as some other places, including The Advertiser.

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Spelling of state name

A somewhat divisive political issue arose when the constitution of the State of Hawaii added Hawaiian as a second official state language: the exact spelling of the state's name. In the Hawaii Admission Act that granted Hawaiian statehood, the federal government recognized Hawaii to be the official state name. .Official government publications,^{[citation needed]} as well as department and office titles,^{[citation needed]} use the traditional Hawaiian spelling, with no symbols for glottal stops or vowel length.^ As I get ready to head out on my well deserved and much needed vacation, it got me thinking about how Hawaiian people live on their own time - "Hawaii Time".

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In contrast, some private entities, including a local newspaper, do use such symbols.

.The title of the state constitution is "The Constitution of the State of Hawaii". In Article XV, Section 1 uses "The State of Hawaii", Section 2 "the island of Oahu", Section 3 "The Hawaiian flag", and Section 5 specifies the state motto as "Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono". Since these documents predate the modern use of the ʻokina and the kahakō in Hawaiian orthography, the diacritics were not used.^ Hawaii Cruises for 2010 - cruising the Hawaiian Islands .

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^ This is a serious public safety issue that affects the health and well-being of many of the state's citizens, especially on the island of Oahu.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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.The nuances in the Hawaiian language debate are often not obvious or well-appreciated among English speakers outside Hawaii^{[citation needed]}.^ As I get ready to head out on my well deserved and much needed vacation, it got me thinking about how Hawaiian people live on their own time - "Hawaii Time".

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The issue has often been a source of friction in situations where correct naming conventions are mandated^{[citation needed]}, as people frequently disagree over which spelling is correct or incorrect, and where it is correctly or incorrectly applied.

Religion

Religion in Hawaii as of 2000 was distributed as follows:^[50]^[51]^[52]

Christianity: 351,000 (28.9%)
Buddhism: 110,000 (9%)
Judaism: 10,000 (0.8%)
Other: 100,000 (10%)*
Unaffiliated: 650,000 (51.1%)**

"Other" includes Bahá'í Faith, Confucianism, Daoism, the Hawaiian religion, Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Shintoism, Scientology, Wicca, Zoroastrianism, and other religions.
This data was provided by religious establishments, so “Unaffiliated” includes agnostics, atheists, humanists, the Irreligious, and Secularists (non-practicing).

A 2009 Gallup poll found religion was distributed this way, excluding those of other non-Christian religions and those who had "no opinion":^[53]

Christianity: 60.6% (37.8% Protestant/Other Christian, 22.8% Roman Catholic)
Mormonism: 3.3%
Judaism: 0.7%
Irreligious, Agnostic, Atheist: 21.0%

A special case is Hoʻoponopono, an ancient Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness, combined with prayer. It is both philosophy and way of life. Traditionally hoʻoponopono is practiced by healing priests or kahuna lapaʻau among family members of a person who is physically ill.

Economy

.The history of Hawaii can be traced through a succession of dominant industries: sandalwood,^[54] whaling,^[55] sugarcane (see Sugar plantations in Hawaii), pineapple, military, tourism, and education.^ Review of the top stories of the year affecting Hawaii Tourism industry .

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^ Read more about Hawaii’s Waipahu Sugar Mill and Dole Plantation.

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Since statehood in 1959, tourism has been the largest industry, contributing 24.3% of the Gross State Product (GSP) in 1997, despite efforts to diversify. The gross output for the state in 2003 was US$47 billion; per capita income for Hawaii residents was US$30,441.

Hawaiian exports include food and apparel. .These industries play a small role in the Hawaiian economy, however, due to the considerable shipping distance to viable markets, such as the West Coast of the United States.^ Due to the state of the economy, there won't be the usual opening day festivities with lots of food and entertainment, a longtime tradition in state government.

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Food exports include coffee (see coffee production in Hawaii), macadamia nuts, pineapple, livestock, and sugarcane. .Agricultural sales for 2002, according to the Hawaii Agricultural Statistics Service, were US$370.9 million from diversified agriculture, US$100.6 million from pineapple, and US$64.3 million from sugarcane.^ Homes sales on the Big Island and Kauai were up in December, following a similar trend on Oahu, according to data released yesterday by Hawaii Information Service.

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.Hawaii has a relatively high state tax burden.^ The State Of Hawaii Needs To Start Living Within Its Means Instead Of Imposing Additional Taxes .

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.In 2003, Hawaii residents had the highest state tax per capita at US$2,838. This is partly because education, health care and social services are all provided directly by the state, as opposed to local government in all other states.^ Hawaii's other resident president .

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^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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.Millions of tourists contribute to the tax take by paying the general excise tax and hotel room tax; thus not all taxes come directly from residents.^ This would be on top of the current 4.17% general excise tax imposed by the state.

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^ Larry Geller Mayors have objected to the state taking away the hotel room tax from the counties (see: Honolulu Advertiser, Lawmakers urge Hawaii counties to impose new sales taxes, 1/7/2010).

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^ A new proposal under consideration could force customers to pay a sales tax to help take care of… .

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Business leaders, however, consider the state's tax burden too high, contributing to both higher prices and the perception of an unfriendly business climate.^[56] .See the list of businesses in Hawaii for more on commerce.^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ Hiking in Hawaii is a great way to see even more of the beautiful scenery.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it's a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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Hawaii was one of the few states to control gasoline prices through a Gas Cap Law. Since oil company profits in Hawaii compared to the mainland U.S. were under scrutiny, the law tied local gasoline prices to those of the mainland. It took effect in September 2005 amid price fluctuations caused by Hurricane Katrina, but was suspended in April 2006.

Culture

Main article: Culture of Hawaii

Part of Pearl Harbor, with the Aloha Bowl, the USS Arizona, USS Bowfin (submarine), museums, Admiral Clarey Bridge, and naval yards visible

The aboriginal culture of Hawaii is Polynesian. Hawaii represents the northernmost extension of the vast Polynesian triangle of the south and central Pacific Ocean. .While traditional Hawaiian culture remains only as vestiges in modern Hawaiian society, there are reenactments of the ceremonies and traditions throughout the islands.^ For 2010 there will be a cruise lines coming to the Hawaiian Islands.

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^ Considering that we are a business that caters to the Hawaiian image of..Hawaii, it would only seem appropriate to have an authentic Hawaiian Blessing ceremony.

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.Some of these cultural influences are strong enough to affect the United States at large, including the popularity (in greatly modified form) of luaus and hula.^ But state lawmakers and their staff will be back tackling some of the most challenging issues confronting the state, including the support of social services.

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Hawaii is home to numerous cultural events. The annual Merrie Monarch Festival is an international Hula competition.^[57] .The state is also home to the Hawaii International Film Festival, the premier film festival for pacific rim cinema.^ I had the opportunity to attend the press conference for the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) on Thursday at RumFire at the Sheraton Waikiki.

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^ HIFF is dedicated to “advancing understanding and cultural exchange among the peoples of Asia, the Pacific Rim, and North America through the medium of film”.

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^[58] Honolulu is also home to the state's long running GLBT film festival, the Rainbow Film Festival.^[59]^[60]

Health

Main article: Hawaii Prepaid Health Care Act

.Hawaii's health care system insures 92%(2009) of residents.^ Caring for Hawaii's Elders 25 Dec 2009 .

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^ Caring for Hawaii's Elders 29 Dec 2009 .

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^ Caring for Hawaii's Elders 31 Dec 2009 .

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.Under the state's plan, businesses are required to provide insurance to employees who work more than twenty hours per week.^ Like I imagine many managers are, I have been immersed in strategic planning these past few weeks, drawing up detailed plans for what my 2010 business strategies will be.

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^ State House leaders have suggested ending the 60-day session a week early, compressing the calendar in the hopes lawmakers will focus more on the state budget than on other bills.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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Heavy regulation of insurance companies helps keep the cost to employers down. .Due in part to heavy emphasis on preventive care, Hawaiians require hospital treatment less frequently than the rest of the United States, while total health care expenses (measured as a percentage of state GDP) are substantially lower.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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.Given these achievements, proponents of universal health care elsewhere in the U.S. sometimes use Hawaii as a model for proposed federal and state health care plans.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ Political mastermind Yoshinaga cheers Obama's health care plan .

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.Critics, however, claim that Hawaii's success is due at least in part to its mild climate and to its isolated status and an economy based on tourism: businesses unhappy with paying the plan's premiums find it difficult to relocate elsewhere.^ Hawaii’s Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) reports the average per-person, per-day [...

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Education

Public schools

Main article: Hawai'i Department of Education

Hawaii has the U.S.' only school system that is unified statewide. Policy decisions are made by the fourteen-member state Board of Education. .The Board sets policy and hires the superintendent of schools, who oversees the state Department of Education.^ The Lingle administration again rejected a $35 million proposal by the teachers union and state Board of Education to increase instruction time at public schools by seven days ending in June.

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^ From education to social services to public health and safety, state lawmakers will be forced to set clear priorities this session as the demand for shrinking revenue continues.

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^ The first big story of 2010 was huge — Pat Hamamoto's sudden retirement as Department of Education superintendent, effective immediately.

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The Department of Education is divided into seven districts, four on Oʻahu and one for each of the three other counties.

The main rationale for centralization is to combat inequalities between highly populated Oʻahu and the more rural Neighbor Islands, and between lower-income and more affluent areas. In most of the United States, schools are funded from local property taxes. .Republican Governor Linda Lingle proposed replacing the statewide board with seven elected district boards.^ HONOLULU – Governor Linda Lingle today nominated Lawrence M. Reifurth to serve as a judge on the Hawai‘i Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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^ The Lingle administration again rejected a $35 million proposal by the teachers union and state Board of Education to increase instruction time at public schools by seven days ending in June.

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^ I was not aware that the revisions to the bill being discussed between Senator Akaka’s office and President Obama’s administration were not shared with Governor Linda Lingle.

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.The Democratic-controlled state legislature rejected her proposal, favoring expansion of decision-making power to the schools and giving them discretion over budgeting.^ The Lingle administration again rejected a $35 million proposal by the teachers union and state Board of Education to increase instruction time at public schools by seven days ending in June.

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^ While Hamamoto said politics were not part of her decision to resign, she spoke out yesterday against a state constitutional amendment proposed by Lingle to make the DOE superintendent a Cabinet-level position, under the governor's control.

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^ Yup, you heard right - because of the budget shortfall as of January 2010, da State no can afford to pay for bus transportation to and from school.

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Educators struggle with children of non-native-English-speaking immigrants, whose cultures are different from those of the mainland (where most course materials and testing standards originate).

.Public elementary, middle, and high school test scores in Hawaii are below national averages on tests mandated under the No Child Left Behind Act.^ As the holidays approach, there may be a gift looming for Hawaii’s public school students.

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.Some of the gap has been attributed to the Hawaii Board of Education's requirement that all eligible students take these tests and report all student test scores.^ Hawaii time is slowing down, taking a breath, and doing things at your own pace, all in good time.

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^ Board of Education members take aim at chairman .

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Other states, for example, Texas and Michigan do not. Results reported in August, 2005, indicate that of 282 schools across the state, 185 (2/3) failed to reach federal minimum performance standards in math and reading.^[62]

On the other hand, the ACT college placement tests show that in 2005, seniors scored slightly above the national average (21.9 compared with 20.9).^[63] In the widely accepted SAT examinations, Hawaii's college-bound seniors tend to score below the national average in all categories except mathematics.

Other Schools

.Hawaii educates more students in independent institutions of secondary education than any other state in the United States.^ Compare this to several other similar hotels in the area starting at more than… .

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^ State House leaders have suggested ending the 60-day session a week early, compressing the calendar in the hopes lawmakers will focus more on the state budget than on other bills.

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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It has four of the largest independent schools: ʻIolani School, Kamehameha Schools, Mid-Pacific Institute, and Punahou School. .The second Buddhist high school in the United States, and first Buddhist high school in Hawaii, Pacific Buddhist Academy, was founded in 2003. The first native controlled public charter school was the Kanu O Ka Aina New Century Charter School.^ For the first time in a long time, there was good news to come out of an economic meeting at the State Capitol.

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^ A new law that takes effect in January will require all new homes to have solar power water heaters (making Hawaii the first in the United States to do so), and plans for “smart meters” to help encourage energy conservation and a push toward biofuels continue to be part of the renewable energy conversation.

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^ Add to that a new law that takes effect in January requiring all new homes to have solar power water heaters (making Hawaii the first in the United States to do so); plans for “smart meters” to help encourage energy conservation; and the push toward biofuels.

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.Independent and charter schools can select their students, while the regular public schools must take all students in their district.^ As the holidays approach, there may be a gift looming for Hawaii’s public school students.

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.The Kamehameha Schools are the only schools in the United States that openly grant admission to students based on ancestry, and the wealthiest schools in the United States, if not the world, having over nine billion US dollars in estate assets.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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In 2005, Kamehameha enrolled 5,398 students, 8.4% of the Native Hawaiian children in the state.^[64]

Colleges and universities

Graduates of secondary schools in Hawaii often enter directly into the work force. .Some attend colleges and universities on the mainland or other countries, and the rest attend an institution of higher learning in Hawaii.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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The largest is the University of Hawaii System. It consists of: the research university at Mānoa; two comprehensive campuses Hilo and West Oʻahu; and seven Community Colleges. .Private universities include Brigham Young University–Hawaii, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University, or University of the Nations.^ MRpb-3q5pzM Football University (FBU), the nation’s foremost football training experience, will be coming to Hawaii January 22-24!

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The Saint Stephen Diocesan Center is a seminary of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Honolulu.

Law and government

.The state government of Hawaii is modeled after the federal government with adaptations originating from the kingdom era of Hawaiian history.^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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^ This Hawaii state park brochure provides a great overview of the history and significance of Kealakekua Bay.

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As codified in the Constitution of Hawaii, there are three branches of government: executive, legislative and judicial.

The executive branch is led by the Governor of Hawaii assisted by the Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii, both elected on the same ticket. The governor, in residence at the grounds of Washington Place, is the only public official elected for the state government in a statewide race; all others are appointed by the governor. The lieutenant governor acts as the Secretary of State. The governor and lieutenant governor oversee twenty agencies and departments from offices in the State Capitol.

The legislative branch consists of the Hawaii State Legislature—twenty-five members of the Hawaii Senate led by the President of the Senate and fifty-one members of the Hawaii House of Representatives led by the Speaker of the House. They also govern from the State Capitol. The judicial branch is led by the highest state court, the Hawaii State Supreme Court, which uses Aliʻiōlani Hale as its chambers. .Lower courts are organized as the Hawaii State Judiciary.^ Linda Lingle is nominating the head of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to be a judge on the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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Unique to Hawaii is the lack of municipal governments. .There are no incorporated cities in the state.^ There's no doubt that Vegas is ever changing and even more so now with the new hugemangeous City Center up.

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.All local governments are administered at the county level.^ After all, Neil has well over 30 years of political experience at the county, state, and federal levels.

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Honolulu County governs the entire island of Oahu. .County executives are the Mayor of Hawaii, Mayor of Honolulu, Mayor of Kauaʻi and Mayor of Maui, all elected in nonpartisan races.^ Six leaders - including two former mayors, executives at private development companies and a Kamehameha Schools trustee - discuss development in Hawaii .

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^ Larry Geller Mayors have objected to the state taking away the hotel room tax from the counties (see: Honolulu Advertiser, Lawmakers urge Hawaii counties to impose new sales taxes, 1/7/2010).

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^ The State of Hawaii acquired the property and later passed it on to the City & County of Honolulu.It is 30 acres of open space… .

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Federal Government

The state is represented in the United States Congress by a delegation of four members. .They are the senior and junior United States Senators, and the representative of the 1st and 2nd congressional districts.^ Hanabusa, D-21st (Nanakuli, Makaha), had wanted to have Inouye and Akaka with her in August when she was scheduled to announce her run for Congress in urban Honolulu's 1st Congressional District.

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.All federal officers in Hawaii administer their duties from the Prince Kūhiō Federal Building near the Aloha Tower and Honolulu Harbor, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Internal Revenue Service and the United States Secret Service.^ Warning signs are posted at Maili Beach Park after a Honolulu police officer told lifeguards he had spotted a 10-foot shark in near-shore waters.

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^ From education to social services to public health and safety, state lawmakers will be forced to set clear priorities this session as the demand for shrinking revenue continues.

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^ But state lawmakers and their staff will be back tackling some of the most challenging issues confronting the state, including the support of social services.

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.The building is the site of the federal courts and the offices of the United States Attorney for the District of Hawaii, principal police officer of the Department of Justice in the United States District Court for the District of Hawaii.^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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^ Linda Lingle is nominating the head of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to be a judge on the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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^ Building on a franchise from the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, it's expanded to have a near-monopoly lock on Oahu's television sets.

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.Hawaii residents have been appointed to administer other agencies and departments of the federal government by the President of the United States.^ Hawaii's other resident president .

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^ The other big news is that President Obama may choose to give his State of the Union speech on Feb.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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National Politics

**Presidential elections results**
Year	Republican	Democratic
2008	26.58% 120,446	71.85% 325,588
2004	45.26% 194,191	54.01% 231,708
2000	37.46% 137,845	55.79% 205,286
1996	31.64% 113,943	56.93% 205,012
1992	36.70% 136,822	48.09% 179,310
1988	44.75% 158,625	54.27% 192,364
1984	55.10% 185,050	43.82% 147,154
1980	42.90% 130,112	44.80% 135,879
1976	48.06% 140,003	50.59% 147,375
1972	62.48% 168,865	37.52% 101,409
1968	38.70% 91,425	59.83% 141,324
1964	21.24% 44,022	78.76% 163,249
1960	49.97% 92,295	50.03% 92,410

.Hawaii supported Democrats in 10 of the last 12 presidential elections.^ The left wing of the Democratic Party generally broke for the Hawaii-born Obama when the presidential primary campaign narrowed to Obama and then-U.S. Sen.

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The exceptions were 1972 and 1984. In 2004, John Kerry won the state's 4 electoral votes by a margin of 9 percentage points with 54% of the vote. Every county supported the Democratic candidate. In 1964, favorite son candidate, Senator Hiram Fong of Hawaii sought the Republican presidential nomination while Patsy Mink ran in the Oregon primary in 1972.

.Honolulu native Barack Obama, serving as United States Senator from Illinois, was elected President of the United States on November 4, 2008. Obama had won the Hawaiian Democratic Caucus on February 19, 2008 with 76% of the vote.^ The other big news is that President Obama may choose to give his State of the Union speech on Feb.

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^ I was not aware that the revisions to the bill being discussed between Senator Akaka’s office and President Obama’s administration were not shared with Governor Linda Lingle.

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^ President Barack Obama bade goodbye to Hawaii last night after an 11-day getaway filled with basketball, golf, family time and tourist attractions.

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.He was the third Hawaii-born candidate to seek the nomination of a major party and the first presidential nominee from Hawaii.^ The left wing of the Democratic Party generally broke for the Hawaii-born Obama when the presidential primary campaign narrowed to Obama and then-U.S. Sen.

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^ The Presidential dog, Bo, stayed behind when the first family came to Hawaii for the holidays.

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^ But I don't miss him enough to join with state and county politicians seeking to all but rename the archipelago after the first Hawai'i-born president.

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Transportation

A system of state highways encircles each main island. Only Oʻahu has federal highways, and is the only area outside the contiguous 48 states to have signed Interstate freeways. Travel can be slow due to narrow winding roads, and congested in cities. Each major island has a public bus system.

.Commercial airlines provide most mainland and inter-island travel.^ Here’s a recent video find from a 1952 news clip that was most likely mainlanders first introduction to the islands of Aloha.

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Hawaiian Airlines, Mokulele Airlines, and go! use jets between the larger airports in Honolulu, Līhuʻe, Kahului, Kona, and Hilo, while Island Air and Pacific Wings serve smaller airports. .These airlines also provide air freight service between the islands.^ Mesa owns or leases 178 aircraft, which are used to provide regional air services for partners such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines Inc.

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^ With the cruise you don’t have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that’s associated with air travel between the islets.

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^ With the cruise you don't have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that's associated with air travel between the islands.

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Norwegian Cruise Lines provides passenger cruise service between the islands. .The Hawaii Superferry planned to operate between Oʻahu and other major islands.^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ Planning to Explore Kealakekua Bay on Hawaii’s Big Island .

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.Legal issues over environmental impact statements and protests temporarily delayed it.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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Service to Maui started in December 2007, but shut down in March 2009.^[65]

References

^ Local usage generally reserves Hawaiian as an ethnonym referring to Native Hawaiians. Hawaii resident or islander is the preferred form to refer to state residents. The Associated Press Stylebook, 42nd ed. (2007), also prescribes this usage under its entry for Hawaii (p. 112).
^ ^a ^b "Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for the United States, Regions, States, and Puerto Rico: April 1, 2000 to July 1, 2008". United States Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/popest/states/tables/NST-EST2008-01.csv. Retrieved 2009-02-06.
^ ^a ^b "Elevations and Distances in the United States". U.S Geological Survey. April 29, 2005. http://erg.usgs.gov/isb/pubs/booklets/elvadist/elvadist.html#Highest. Retrieved November 3, 2006.
^ Pollex—a reconstruction of the Proto-Polynesian lexicon, Biggs and Clark, 1994. The asterisk preceding the word signifies that it is a reconstructed word form.
^ Pukui and Elbert 1986, p. 62.
^ See also: Pukui, Elbert, and Mookini 1974.
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Island of Hawaiʻi
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Maui Island
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Kahoʻolawe Island
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Lānaʻi Island
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Molokaʻi Island
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Oʻahu Island
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Kauaʻi Island
^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographical Names Information System: Niʻihau Island
^ "What constitutes the United States, what are the official definitions?". United States Geological Survey. http://interactive2.er.usgs.gov/faq/list_faq_by_category/get_answer.asp?id=795. Retrieved 2007-07-03.
^ Mauna Kea Volcano, Hawaii.
^ Unke, Beata (2001). "Height of the Tallest Mountain on Earth". The Physics Factbook. http://hypertextbook.com/facts/2001/BeataUnke.shtml.
^ Rubin, Ken. "General Information about Hawaiian Shield Volcanoes". http://www.soest.hawaii.edu/GG/HCV/haw_volc.html. Retrieved December 2009.
^ "Youngest lava flows on East Maui probably older than A.D. 1790". United States Geological Survey. September 9, 1999. http://hvo.wr.usgs.gov/volcanowatch/1999/99_09_09.html. Retrieved 1999-10-04.
^ Living on Active Volcanoes—The Island of Hawaii, U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 074-97.
^ Human Footprints in Relation to the 1790 Eruption of Kīlauea, Swanson, D. A.; Rausch, J., American Geophysical Union.
^ Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (2009-11-12). "Tsunami Safety & Preparedness in Hawai`i". http://www.prh.noaa.gov/ptwc/hawaii.php. Retrieved 2009-11-12.
^ Howard Youth. "Hawaii's Forest Birds Sing the Blues". http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Publications/ZooGoer/1995/1/hawaiisforestbirds.cfm. Retrieved October 31, 2008.
^ "Hawaii". National Park Service. http://www.nps.gov/state/HI. Retrieved 2008-07-15.
^ Joshua Reichert and Theodore Roosevelt IV. "Treasure Islands". http://www.pewtrusts.org/ideas/ideas_item.cfm?content_item_id=3417&content_type_id=15&page=15&issue=16&issue_name=Protecting%20ocean%20life&name=Op-eds%20(Pew). Retrieved June 15, 2006.
^ Climate of Hawaii.
^ Hawaii Weather|Hawaii Weather Forecast|Hawaii Climate.
^ US CODE: Title 20,7512. Findings.
^ Hawaii State Government.
^ The Evolution of the Polynesian Chiefdoms. Cambridge University Press. 1989. pp. 77–79. ISBN 0521273161.
^ Kuykendall, "The Hawaiian Kingdom Volume I: Foundation and Transformation", p18 "Cook's plan was to get the king on board the Resolution and keep him there until the stolen boat was returned — a plan that had been effective under similar circumstances in the south Pacific".
^ Hawaii (state, United States). Encyclopædia Britannica Online.
^ Migration and Disease. Digital History.
^ ^a ^b Russ, William Adam (1992). The Hawaiian Revolution (1893-94). Associated University Presses. p. 350. ISBN 0945636431.
^ Kuykendall, R.S. (1967) The Hawaiian Kingdom, 1874-1893. Honolulu: University of Hawaii Press. p. 648.
^ Kinzer, Stephen (2006). Overthrow: America's Century of Regime Change From Hawaii to Iraq. Times Books. ISBN 0805078614.
^ "Limbaugh repeated false claim that U.S. was "strictly neutral" in overthrow of Hawaiian queen". Media Matters. http://mediamatters.org/items/200508220002.
^ ^a ^b Hawaii Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand by Bruce Fein.
^ 1897 Hawaii Annexation Treaty.
^ Human Rights differs from Equal Rights.
^ Support For The Hawaiian Sovereignty Elections Council.
^ Hawaii Reporter: Hawaii Reporter.
^ "Population and Population Centers by State - 2000". United States Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/geo/www/cenpop/statecenters.txt. Retrieved 2008-12-04.
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^ Hawaii Quickfacts.
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^ ^a ^b Language Map Data Center.
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^ Glenmary Research Center.
^ Honolulu Advertiser.
^ Gallup Poll Daily tracking.
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^ http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/current/il/merriemonarch05
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Hawaii at the Open Directory Project
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Energy Data & Statistics for Hawaii
Satellite image of Hawaiian Islands at NASA's Earth Observatory
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.Hawaii [1] (sometimes pronounced ha-VAI-ee by locals) is the 50th state of the United States of America.^ Hawaii became the 50th U.S. state in 1959.

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Situated nearly at the center of the north Pacific Ocean, Hawaii marks the northeast corner of Polynesia. While it was once a major hub for the whaling, sugar and pineapple industries, it is now economically dependent on tourism and the U.S. military. .The natural beauty of the islands continues to be one of Hawaii's greatest assets.^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ One of the very best spas on the island can be found in the beautiful Olinda region of Maui at the Maui Spa Retreat.

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^ The islands' lush vegetation, beautiful scenery and world-class beaches make it a natural destination choice for travelers.

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.Honolulu is the state's capital, largest city, and cultural hub.^ The State of Hawaii acquired the property and later passed it on to the City & County of Honolulu.It is 30 acres of open space… .

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Map of Hawaii

.Hawai'i is an archipelago of over nineteen distinct volcanic islands located over a geological "hot spot" in the Central Pacific.^ Throughout the school year, the students have learned about how the hot spot under the Pacific Plate formed underwater volcanoes that eventually became our Hawaiian island chain.

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^ The event was hosted by Island Pacific Academy, a private college-preparatory academy located in Kapolei.

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^ In the central North Pacific, the Trade winds represent the outflow of air from the great region of high pressure, the Pacific Anticyclone, typically located well north and east of the Hawaiian Islands.

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.The Pacific plate on which the islands ride moves to the northwest, so in general the islands are older and smaller (due to erosion) as you move from southeast to northwest.^ The storms may be associated with the passage of a cold front – the leading edge of a mass of relatively cool air that is moving from west to east or from northwest to southeast.

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.There are eight major islands, six of which are open to tourism.^ During this period, there may be as many as six or seven major storm events in a year.

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Hawaii, the "Big Island," is the largest of the islands.

Oahu, nicknamed "the Gathering Place," is the most populous and developed island.
^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.
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^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.
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^ The island has experienced rapid population growth in recent years (e.g., 4.6% in 2001/2002) with Kīhei one of the most rapidly growing towns in the U.S. (see chart, below).
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.Its southern shore is home to the city of Honolulu; four out of every five Hawaii residents call it home.
^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.
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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.
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^ The State of Hawaii acquired the property and later passed it on to the City & County of Honolulu.It is 30 acres of open space… .
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.It is the governmental and commercial center of the state, and Waikiki Beach is arguably the best known tourist destination in Hawaii.
^ By Kathy Hansberry Waikiki Beach Walk continues to showcase Hawaii’s best island talent through free concerts and entertainment, including some very exciting upcoming holiday shows.
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^ Maui is well known to have some of the very best luaus in the State of Hawaii.
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.Outside the city are pineapple fields, and the North Shore of Oahu, which is known each winter as the home of some of the largest waves in the world.
^ Straight from the north shore of Oahu, there is a new line of denim for women.
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^ World famous Surfing, Windsurfing and Kitesurfing can be found off Maui's North Shore.
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^ Hookipa beach is home to some of the world's best windsurfers.
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.The USS Arizona National Memorial at Pearl Harbor is also very popular visitor destination.

Maui is the second largest island in the chain and is home to 10,023 foot (3,055 m) tall volcanic mountain crater of Haleakala.
^ While the Island of Oahu is most popular with Japanese tourists, the Island of Maui tends to appeal to visitors mostly from the U.S. mainland and Canada: in 2005, there were 2,003,492 domestic (i.e., U.S. nationals) arrivals on the island, compared to 260,184 international arrivals.
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^ Maui's most popular helicopter tours are probably the 45 minute trips the include a visit to both the crater of Haleakala and Hana but some of the most comprehensive helicopter tours include the full island of Maui and those that fly over Maui's West Maui Mountains and then over Molokai's fantastic northern coastline and Father Damien's leper colony.
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^ Another popular dive is off the shoreline of Maui's island neighbor, Lanai.
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.It is nicknamed "the Valley Isle" for the narrow plain between Haleakala and the West Maui mountains.
^ The view of the Lahaina Roadstead, the harbor and the boats at anchor, the West Maui Mountains and cane fields, the clouds above and the ocean below..
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^ The island of Maui is known as the " Valley Isle " because of the huge valley between its two volcanoes.
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^ Helicopter Tours on Maui - View isolated valleys, hidden waterfalls, secluded ridges, triple-canopy rainforests, and mountain summits.
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.On the west side of the island are the resort areas of Lahaina, Kaanapali and Kapalua, While the south side is home to Kihei, and Wailea.
^ The main tourist hotel and condo areas are West Maui (Kaanapali, Lahaina, Honokowai, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua), and South Maui (Kihei, Wailea).
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^ A wide variety of Luaus are found in the Lahaina and Kaanapali areas as well as South Maui.
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^ The Sugar Cane Train travels back and forth between Lahaina and the Kaanapali area many times daily providing ample opportunity to hitch a ride.
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.On the east side is the tiny village of Hana, reached by one of the most winding and beautiful roads in the world.

Kauai, the "Garden Isle," is home to several natural wonders, such as the Wailua River, Waimea Canyon, and the Na Pali Coast.
^ Haleakala National Park is home to one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world.
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^ The islands' lush vegetation, beautiful scenery and world-class beaches make it a natural destination choice for travelers.
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.Mount Waialeale is known as one of the rainiest spots in the world.

Molokai, the "Friendly Isle," is one of the least developed islands in the chain.
^ For many years the "Molokai Ferry" has been our connection to the "Friendly Isle" of Molokai.
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^ Those that have been following the developments at Kapalua know that here, in one of the most spectacular locales on Maui (and the entire island chain), things have been evolving for the better part of two years.
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^ At one time in the not too distant past, sugar cane cultivation used over 80% of the island's water supply (The Water Development Plan of Maui, 1992 – Present).
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.It is home to Kalaupapa, the leper colony on Molokai's north shore that was the home of Father Damien.

Lanai was at one time completely owned by Dole Foods and was the largest pineapple plantation in the world; it is now home to several exclusive resorts.

Niihau is a privately owned island with an entirely Native Hawaiian population.
^ The National Weather Service has issued a high-surf warning for north- and west-facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai and Maui and west-facing shores of the Big Island.
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^ The smallest of the major Hawaiian Islands, and the least populated, Lanai has a mystique that continues to attract visitors.
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^ Maui's most popular helicopter tours are probably the 45 minute trips the include a visit to both the crater of Haleakala and Hana but some of the most comprehensive helicopter tours include the full island of Maui and those that fly over Maui's West Maui Mountains and then over Molokai's fantastic northern coastline and Father Damien's leper colony.
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.Until very recently, the island was off limits to all but family members and invited guests of the owners.
^ Your life clock started ticking once you saw and headed towards the "light" and all we can do after that is wait until the alarm goes off...
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^ Richard Ha writes:We are so lucky to be living here, on the Big Island, among friends and family.Best wishes to all for a hopeful and wonderful New Year.
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Tourism to the island is limited to Helicopter, ATV, and hunting excursions originating on Kauai.

Kahoolawe, which was once a former US Navy bombing range, remains uninhabited. Efforts are being made to rehabilitate the island, but cleanup efforts continue.

Cities

These are some of the bigger cities in Hawaii.

Honolulu on Oahu
Kahuku on Oahu
Kailua on Oahu
Lihue on Kauai
Lahaina on Maui
Kahului on Maui
Wailuku on Maui
Hilo on the Big Island
Kailua-Kona on the Big Island

Waikiki on Oahu
Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail on the Big Island
Haleakala National Park on Maui
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island
Kalaupapa National Historical Park on Molokai
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park on the Big Island
USS Arizona National Memorial on Oahu
Waimea Canyon on Kauai
NaPali Coast on Kauai

The name game

.The reef triggerfish (Rhinecanthus rectangulus), the state fish of Hawaii, is known in the Hawaiian language as the humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, which means "triggerfish with a snout like a pig". It is not the longest Hawaiian fish name, as is often thought; that distinction instead goes to the lauwiliwilinukunukuʻoiʻoi ("long-snouted fish shaped like a wiliwili leaf"), the butterflyfish (Forcipiger longirostris).^ In the Hawaiian language the word ali'i means royal or high born.

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^ Maui is well known to have some of the very best luaus in the State of Hawaii.

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^ The State Of Hawaii Needs To Start Living Within Its Means Instead Of Imposing Additional Taxes .

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Where tourism is concerned, Hawaii has something for everyone. .The island of Oahu, the most populous and home to the state capital and largest city of Honolulu, is great for people who wish to experience the islands and still keep the conveniences of a large city.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ In addition to hotels and resorts, Kauai vacation rentals are another great option for those who want to enjoy all the comforts of home while they’re on vacation.

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^ For those who like to keep tabs on the whereabouts of their friends and family and be followed in return, Foursquare has opened in Honolulu.

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.Rainforests and hiking trails are located just minutes from Waikiki Beach, one of the world's best tourist destinations.^ The islands' lush vegetation, beautiful scenery and world-class beaches make it a natural destination choice for travelers.

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^ Hookipa beach is home to some of the world's best windsurfers.

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.In the winter, large waves on Oahu's north shore turn the normally sleepy area into the surfing capital of the world.^ The National Weather Service has issued a high-surf warning for north- and west-facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai and Maui and west-facing shores of the Big Island.

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^ Straight from the north shore of Oahu, there is a new line of denim for women.

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^ World famous Surfing, Windsurfing and Kitesurfing can be found off Maui's North Shore.

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.On the other hand, those who wish to experience Hawaii at a slower pace would do well to visit one of the Neighbor Islands (the other, less populated islands around Oahu).^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Several of the volcanoes were close enough to each other that lava flows on their flanks overlapped one another, causing several volcanoes to merge into a single island.

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^ On board the catamaran was a handful of other folks who, like us, were in the mood for adventure.

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All the neighbor islands offer opportunities to relax and enjoy the sun and scenery. .Many of the natural wonders of the Islands are located on the Neighbor Islands, from Waimea Canyon on Kauai, to Haleakala on Maui, to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Hiking Tours on Maui - Maui has more hiking trails per square miles than most National Parks.

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^ The National Weather Service has issued a high-surf warning for north- and west-facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai and Maui and west-facing shores of the Big Island.

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.Numerous waterfalls and rainforests evoke memories of what the islands might have looked like before major corporations set their sights on Hawaii.^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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.The road to Hana is one of the most scenic on Maui, as you manipulate many turns overlooking the Eastern coast of the island.^ With that said, there is one island that I find to be the most relaxing.

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^ Those that have been following the developments at Kapalua know that here, in one of the most spectacular locales on Maui (and the entire island chain), things have been evolving for the better part of two years.

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^ It said they had found a new tomato virus on Maui -- one that is considered the most devastating tomato virus worldwide.

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.It leads you over bridges and past beautiful waterfalls.^ Tours are available to visit the crater floor of Haleakala which will take a full day or less strenuous tours will take you to beautiful waterfalls throughout the island.

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.Ultimately, you can end up at the Seven Sacred Pools, where the hiking is quite the experience.^ All will want to know your level of experience so you can be matched up with a horse that will be appropriate.

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^ Blowhole / Jade Pools Hike - Hawaiian Ultimate Adventures .

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^ Hana Loop "Ultimate Pools" Rainforest Full Day Hike - Hawaiian Ultimate Adventures .

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Father Damien

On October 11, 2009, Father Damien de Veuster (1840-1889), a Belgian priest who came to the island of Molokai in 1864 to treat victims of leprosy - and eventually succumbed to the disease - was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI.

.Polynesians migrated to, and established communities on, the islands of Hawaii before the arrival of Captain James Cook in 1778, who is widely credited as the first European visitor to the islands.^ On November 26, 1778, Captain James Cook became the first European explorer to see Maui.

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^ Whale watching can be a fun and relaxing past time whether you are a resident or visitor to Hawaii’s Big Island.

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^ On my upcoming trip to the Big Island, I’ve planned to visit Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park, This park is significant for three main reasons – It’s the site of the first extensive interaction between Hawaiians and Westerners with the arrival of Captain James Cook.

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At that time, each island was a separate kingdom. With the support of western advisors and weapons, Kamehameha I of the island of Hawaii conquered all the islands except Kauai, which acquiesced to his rule in 1810.

After Kamehameha II abolished the kapu (taboo) system, American missionaries came to the islands to spread Christianity. Their children would later become successful businessmen in the Islands. .Pineapple and sugar cane plantations were established, and workers from other countries (in particular Japan, the Philippines, China, and Korea) were imported as contract laborers.^ You and your fellow laborers—from the Philippines, China, Portugal and beyond—stop to unpack and enjoy lunch; rice with perhaps some left over meat from the night… .

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Later, their descendants would also become established as successful professionals.

.The Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown in 1893 by a group of American businessmen.^ They were followed by rulers from another ancient family of chiefs, including Queen Liliuokalani who ruled in 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown.

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While the U.S. administration at the time refused to annex the former sovereign nation, in 1898 the United States did annex the islands, which became a territory in 1900, and a state of the United States in 1959.

.Hawaii also became an important outpost for the U.S. military through the 20th century, and Pearl Harbor was the site of the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941, that forced the U.S. into World War II. Today, the military maintains its presence here, with several major military bases on the island of Oahu alone; Pearl Harbor remains the headquarters of the U.S. Pacific Fleet.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ WEARABLE ART IN THE GALLERY AT WARD CENTRE Wearable artist Elizabeth Kent presents her new collection, “Passport to a Floating World,” today through January 24 at the Gallery at Ward Centre.

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^ Maui was centrally involved in the Pacific Theatre of World War II as a staging center, training base, and for rest and relaxation.

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.Over the years, many major retail chains have expanded their presence in Hawaii, making the Islands look more and more like the continental United States, often at the expense of local businesses.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ If the islands of the State of Hawaii did not exist, the average annual rainfall on the same patch of water would be about 25 inches.

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^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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Nevertheless, Hawaii remains culturally vibrant. .Its population, descended from the Native Hawaiians, the original plantation workers, and more recent arrivals, and in which no one group has a majority, is often cited as an example of multiculturalism at its best.^ The smallest of the major Hawaiian Islands, and the least populated, Lanai has a mystique that continues to attract visitors.

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^ More often, however, there are one or two such storms a year; sometimes there are four or five.

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^ The island has experienced rapid population growth in recent years (e.g., 4.6% in 2001/2002) with Kīhei one of the most rapidly growing towns in the U.S. (see chart, below).

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.There is a strong commitment to perpetuating native Hawaiian cultural traditions, as well as the cultural heritage of Hawaii's many immigrant communities from the Pacific, Asia and Europe.^ There are many solid reasons to watch this presentation at last week’s Hawaii Conservation Alliance conference, especially including where Ramsey Taum ends up after a marvelous romp through native insights on sustainability.

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^ HIFF is dedicated to “advancing understanding and cultural exchange among the peoples of Asia, the Pacific Rim, and North America through the medium of film”.

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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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And certainly the environment is conducive to longevity...Hawaii has the longest predicted life expectancies of any U.S. state.

Weather

.Depending on where you're located in Hawaii, the weather can be very different over even short distances.^ We’re going to do our very best to make UU even awesomer in 2010, so if you got the… .

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^ If you're interested, call Rich Miano at 956-4516 or e-mail: miano@hawaii.edu.

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^ So even though I was supposed to join the rest of y'all on holiday hiatus, I thought I'd entertain the few of you who are still checking in with this Christmasy-themed Where In Hawaii.

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.On the same day, on Oahu you might find sun over the beaches in Waikiki and rain only a few miles away in Manoa Valley.^ The real drought years are the ones where the winter rains fail, when there are only a few (or even no) significant rainstorms.

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^ The sun has disappeared behind the clouds, which are releasing a smattering of rain.I wish I had something to perk you up.

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^ Well, only on O&E will you find just the help you need...

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.Although the islands receive abundant amounts of both sunshine and rain, rain is more likely on the north and east sides of the islands, which face the prevailing northeasterly tradewinds (the "windward" side of the island), as well as the mountain peaks and valleys.^ Leaders at the Aquarium are partnering with experts in the field at both UH Manoa as well as NOAA. read more An Island Life .

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^ The vog has returned with a vengeance to Big Island’s east side and looks to hang around through Wednesday of next week.

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^ On the windward coast, it is common to have as many as 10 brief showers in a single day, not one of which is heavy enough to produce more than one-hundredth of an inch of rain.

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.The moist tropical air carried by the tradewinds is forced upward by the mountains, resulting in clouds and rain.^ These towering clouds form along the mountains where the incoming trade wind air converges as it moves up a valley and is forced up and over the mountains to heights of several thousand feet.

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^ This complex three-dimensional flow of air results in striking differences from place to place in wind speed, cloud formation, and rainfall.

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.Rain is less likely on the coastal areas of the "leeward" sides (the south and west sides) of the islands.^ In leeward areas well screened from the trade winds (such as the west coast of Maui), skies are clear 30 to 60 percent of the time.

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^ At one extreme, the annual rainfall averages 17 to 20 inches or less in leeward coastal areas, such as the shoreline from Maalaea Bay to Kaupo, and near the summit of Haleakala.

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^ The main tourist hotel and condo areas are West Maui (Kaanapali, Lahaina, Honokowai, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua), and South Maui (Kihei, Wailea).

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.Although there are no true "seasons" in the islands in the same sense as the rest of the U.S., the climate does go through annual cycles based on rainfall.^ If the islands of the State of Hawaii did not exist, the average annual rainfall on the same patch of water would be about 25 inches.

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^ I’m going to play it the way we’ve done it with everyone else: there are no instructions, but there are correct answers.

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^ If you are wondering if there is going to be a Wailuku First Friday for the month of January, the answer is “NO”.

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.The "wet" season in Hawaii (cooler temperatures and more rainfall) runs roughly from October to March, and the "dry" season (warmer temperatures and less rainfall) from April to September.^ The surface waters of the open ocean around Hawaii have an average temperature that ranges from 73° to 74°F between late February and early April, to a maximum of 79° to 80°F in late September or early October.

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.There is therefore a higher probability of rain if you visit during the peak of tourist season in late December or January.^ Chances are if you blink, there's something probably that you wish you could have seen but isn't there any more.

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^ Slow Going You can probably tell that the updates and posts here at our blog have been pretty scarce lately.

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^ If you’re a “LOST” fan who has been contemplating a visit to “The Island” in January to celebrate the sixth and final season of the show, now is the time to take the leap.

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Hurricane season in the islands runs from June to November. .Although Hawaii's relative isolation means that it is affected only rarely by tropical cyclones, a destructive storm will occasionally hit the Islands, such as Hurricanes Iwa and Iniki hitting Kauai in 1982 and 1992 respectively.^ Unlike cold fronts and Kona storms, hurricanes and tropical storms are not limited to the winter season.

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^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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^ Despite relatively flat statewide occupancy rates and a respectable 4.1 percentage point gain in Waikiki hotel occupancy, Hawaii hoteliers continued to struggle in November.

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.Overall, Hawaii is warm and balmy - when you step out of the plane you'll immediately notice that the air is soft and humid - and during the summer months the tradewinds provide a pleasant breeze.^ E-mail me at sstsai@hawaii.edu and we'll figure out how to get you the prize.

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^ All you feel is the rush of the warm Hawaiian air against your skin.

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^ Dear Go Visit Hawaii Subscribers: I want to let you know that during the month of January, I will not be able to post as frequently as normal.

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.Daytime temperatures generally range from the low-80s (27°C) in "winter" to the high 80s (31°C) in "summer". Very rarely does the air temperature exceed 90°F (32°C) even in the hottest part of summer; however, the humidity will make it feel as if it were a few degrees hotter.^ One of the most distinctive features of Hawaii’s climate is the small annual variation in air temperature range.

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^ With air temperatures this mild for hundreds of miles around, the air that reaches Hawaii is neither very hot nor very cold.

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^ Its been pretty junk lately, but it seems like the crazy holiday crowds have left at least for the most part and we are starting to feel like we can breath again out here even… .

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.Ocean temperatures range between 77° (25°C) degrees in the winter to 82° (28°) in the summer.^ The surface waters of the open ocean around Hawaii have an average temperature that ranges from 73° to 74°F between late February and early April, to a maximum of 79° to 80°F in late September or early October.

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.There is usually no more than a 20-degree Fahrenheit (12°C) difference between daytime high and nighttime low temperatures.^ Personally, there is no better way for me to spend the BIG night than with family and friends!

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^ The rainfall in a well-developed Kona storm is more widespread and more prolonged than in the usual cold-front storm.

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^ There's no doubt that Vegas is ever changing and even more so now with the new hugemangeous City Center up.

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Consequently, besides your driver's license, credit card, camera, binoculars, and other essentials, it's best to keep your clothes to a minimum... a jacket, sweater, one or two pair of washable slacks/shorts, walking shoes, sandals and swim gear. Sunscreen is essential since Hawaii's close proximity to the Equator translates into very strong sun radiation. The suitcase space you save can be used to fill up on island purchases.

Get in

.Foreign travelers entering Hawaii directly from another country are subject to the same entry requirements as for the United States in general.^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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See the Get in section of the United States article.

.As Hawaii is one of the 50 United States, flights to Hawaii from the U.S. Mainland are considered domestic flights.^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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^ Lung cancer is the number one killer of adults in Hawaii, and the Aloha State is ranked second in the nation for youth asthma.

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Therefore, it is not necessary for U.S. citizens or legal immigrants to show a passport (or any documentation of U.S. citizenship or immigration status) when entering Hawaii from the U.S. Mainland. It is also not necessary for foreign visitors arriving from the U.S. Mainland to show passports or visas (U.S. entry formalities are done at the port of entry).

You will, however, be asked to fill out a written agricultural declaration while aboard your flight to Hawaii. This declaration is required by the U.S. and Hawaii state departments of agriculture to prevent harmful plant pests and diseases from coming into Hawaii. Any fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and the like need to be declared and inspected by Department of Agriculture personnel at your port of arrival; some items may be prohibited from entering Hawaii at all. Penalties for non-compliance are stiff. .Avoid bringing such items with you if at all possible. It's not worth the hassle.^ With the cruise you don’t have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that’s associated with air travel between the islets.

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^ With the cruise you don't have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that's associated with air travel between the islands.

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(On the reverse side of this declaration is a Hawaii Tourism Authority questionnaire that asks for information about your stay. You are encouraged but not required to complete this questionnaire.)

When leaving Hawaii for the U.S. Mainland, all baggage must be inspected by U.S. Department of Agriculture inspectors at the airport. Be advised that fresh fruits (with the exception of pineapples and treated papayas) are prohibited from leaving the islands to prevent the spread of fruit flies. Consult the U.S. Department of Agriculture for more details. .Bags are inspected by X-ray, so depending on the airport you leave from and the airline, be prepared to submit to as many as three checkpoints on the way to your Mainland flight: having your checked bags X-rayed in the ticket lobby, the TSA security checkpoint, and perhaps a separate agricultural inspection for your carry-on bags on the way to your gate.^ You leave your shakin’ link 3.

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^ If you leave your vehicle with your purchases inside, you’d come back to a burglarized car.

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^ It's that time together that you will carry with you in your heart...not the gift that sits under the… .

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.Hawaii does not observe Daylight Saving Time. For reference, Hawaii is two time zones behind the US West Coast, thereby accounting for a three hour time difference during DST. Arizona, which also does not observe DST save for the Navajo Reservation, is always three hours ahead of Hawaii year-round.^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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^ In leeward areas well screened from the trade winds (such as the west coast of Maui), skies are clear 30 to 60 percent of the time.

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^ Dolphin Excursions on Maui - Unlike Maui's famous Humpback whales, dolphins are year-round residents of Hawaii and can be seen off all the Hawaiian islands during virtually every month of the year.

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By plane

.Most flights from the mainland US and almost all international flights land in Honolulu on the island of Oahu.^ While the Island of Oahu is most popular with Japanese tourists, the Island of Maui tends to appeal to visitors mostly from the U.S. mainland and Canada: in 2005, there were 2,003,492 domestic (i.e., U.S. nationals) arrivals on the island, compared to 260,184 international arrivals.

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.From here, passengers destined for a Neighbor Island will connect to an interisland flight (see By Plane in Get Around below).^ The island has experienced rapid population growth in recent years (e.g., 4.6% in 2001/2002) with Kīhei one of the most rapidly growing towns in the U.S. (see chart, below).

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.Direct service from the mainland is also available to Kahului on Maui, Kona on the Big Island, and Lihue on Kauai as well.^ The National Weather Service has issued a high-surf warning for north- and west-facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai and Maui and west-facing shores of the Big Island.

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^ Informant: Male/ 65/ Portuguese ancestry Location: Lihue, KauaiThe old county jail on Kauai, when it existed, was known by everyone on the island to be haunted.

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^ Homes sales on the Big Island and Kauai were up in December, following a similar trend on Oahu, according to data released yesterday by Hawaii Information Service.

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.Depending on the airline, nonstop flights to Honolulu leave from most major gateway airports on the West Coast (as well as some smaller ones), as well as many major airports in the Midwest and East Coast.^ In leeward areas well screened from the trade winds (such as the west coast of Maui), skies are clear 30 to 60 percent of the time.

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^ On the windward coast, it is common to have as many as 10 brief showers in a single day, not one of which is heavy enough to produce more than one-hundredth of an inch of rain.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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The flight from Los Angeles or San Francisco takes about 5 hours, comparable to a flight between the West and East Coasts. Thus, a flight from New York can take about 10.5 hours.

Jetstar [2] is a budget Australian airline that recently started connecting Honolulu to several cities in Australia at very reasonable prices.

By boat

.While the days where everyone arrived in Hawaii by boat are long gone, there are limited numbers of trans-Pacific cruises to Hawaii that leave from ports on the West Coast.^ There are no all inclusive resorts in Hawaii so a cruise is he next best thing because all of you… .

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^ The days of haphazard holiday shopping are long gone.

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^ The Internet hosing and technology services company had decided to leave Canada for a number of reasons bu the move was a surprise to many in Hawaii.

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.However, one fascinating way to experience Hawaii is by taking a cruise ship between the islands (see Get around: By boat).^ Hawaii Cruises for 2010 - cruising the Hawaiian Islands .

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^ QUESTION: Whatever happened to the former Hawaii-based cruise ship the SS Independence?

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^ Ex-Hawaii cruise ship Independence now moored off India .

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.There are limited freighter services [3], but if you are an American citizen embarking in the USA and wishing to travel to Hawaii then you cannot travel this way.^ Chances are if you blink, there's something probably that you wish you could have seen but isn't there any more.

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^ (You made me the way I am, cannot help lidat) My wife: You will probably never see her picture in my blog.

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^ There are no all inclusive resorts in Hawaii so a cruise is he next best thing because all of you… .

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Get around

By plane

.Because Hawaii is an archipelago, air travel is, for the most part, compulsory for traveling within the state.^ The State Of Hawaii Needs To Start Living Within Its Means Instead Of Imposing Additional Taxes .

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.Six inter-island airlines, Hawaiian Airlines [4],MarJet Hawaii [5], Mokulele Airlines [6], Island Air [7], Pacific Wings [8], and go! [9] (a subsidiary of Mesa Air) provide virtually all flights between the islands.^ Hawaii Cruises for 2010 - cruising the Hawaiian Islands .

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^ Mesa owns or leases 178 aircraft, which are used to provide regional air services for partners such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines Inc.

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^ With the cruise you don’t have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that’s associated with air travel between the islets.

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Go! started service in June 2006, positioning itself as a discount carrier. .Consequently, as of summer 2006, there is a fare war underway between the four carriers; round-trip fares can be as low as about US$60 roundtrip, about half of what the going fare was in 2005. Travelers can save money and time by planning "triangle routes" that arrive in Hawaii on one island and leave on another.^ After the headlines Natalie McKinney from the Kokua Hawaii Foundation tell us about how they teamed up with Kanu Hawaii to Simplify the Holidays.

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^ One of the “hazards” of writing about Hawaii travel is that so often I stop to daydream about doing the very things I’ve just written.

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^ With that said, there is one island that I find to be the most relaxing.

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.Flight times run anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes.^ West Maui, Molokai 45 minute flight - Air Maui .

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^ They were very accommodating, easily being able to move our reservation back 20 minutes when I called to let them know we were running late.Of course,… .

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Flights can usually be purchased a day or two before departure, although this may increase the cost of traveling.

By boat

.Charter boats sail and motor between some islands, especially the Maui-Molokai-Lanai area.^ Maui is a leading whale-watching center in the Hawaiian Islands due to Humpback whales wintering in the sheltered Auau Channel between the islands of Maui county.

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^ Aloha Friday A cloud covered Molokai as seen from a private area of the Sheraton Maui Resort.

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^ Three other islands, Lanai , Kahoolawe, and Molokai belong to Maui County.

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.But, crossing the channels between islands can be extremely rough going.^ Maui is a leading whale-watching center in the Hawaiian Islands due to Humpback whales wintering in the sheltered Auau Channel between the islands of Maui county.

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.Because of this, a few charter companies specialize in having boats delivered inter island and can meet you at your destination.^ Sightseeing Boat Tours on Maui - Perhaps your're interested in just taking a sightseeing boar tour off the coastline of the island without going snorkeling.

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^ Here are a few things you can do today to improve your digestion by Peggy Hall: 1.

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^ These fishing charters come in 4 hour, 6 hour or 8 hour tours and can be either "share boats" where you go out will other anglers or "private charters" in which you rent the entire boat for just yourself or your family and friends.

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.Norwegian Cruise Lines operates both U.S.-flagged and foreign flagged cruise ships between the islands.^ For 2010 there will be a cruise lines coming to the Hawaiian Islands.

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^ With the cruise you don’t have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that’s associated with air travel between the islets.

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^ With the cruise you don't have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that's associated with air travel between the islands.

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.By February 2007 Maui departures are being eliminated, leaving Honolulu Harbor as the sole originating port.^ Another sad departure is the original Maui Hands, with locations now in Paia, Lahaina and Kaanapali.

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^ Sunset Sails and Cruises on Maui - Many vessels on Maui can take you on a sunset cruise, most leaving from Lahaina harbor.

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The ship is called Pride of America.

By bus

On Oahu there is an excellent public transportation system TheBus [10]. .You can buy a booklet called "TheBus" at local ABC Stores [11] giving route information on how to get around the island.^ You don't have to go out and buy them actual "fireworks"...give them a gift of sparklers or a bunch of the novelty fireworks that everyone enjoys watching.

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^ I share about the changes of seasons that occur on the islands, yes we have them you just need to know how to recognize them.

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^ So if you see something that you absolutely have to try, the restaurant information is right there with the photo (called a "sighting").

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Route Schedules [12] are also available on The Bus Website [13]. Public transportation systems are less developed on the Neighbor Islands.

By car

.If you want to take your car to Hawaii, it will either need to be amphibious or freighted by ship, making this infeasible unless you plan a long-term stay in Hawaii.^ Cheap ($7 per and stay as long as you want).

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^ If you leave your vehicle with your purchases inside, you’d come back to a burglarized car.

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^ "Knowing what you want" is a terrible way to begin setting your Life's Goals.

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.However, Hawaii is the only state that honors all other US state vehicle licenses until they expire, provided you apply for a permit within 10 days of the car's arrival.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ We all check each other’s links out And you’ve got yourself a Hula Shake Around the Blogosphere!

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^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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.(Incidentally, Hawaii also is the only state that does not require intended residents to exchange their out-of-state driver's licenses.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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Car rentals should be booked as soon as possible as the price charged is based on a supply/demand basis. .The exception is Waikiki where you will not need a car on a permanent basis so just rent a car the day before you want one.^ Main Street when she rear-ended one car and clipped another before going through the rock wall.

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^ Well, only on O&E will you find just the help you need...

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^ I share about the changes of seasons that occur on the islands, yes we have them you just need to know how to recognize them.

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.Collision insurance coverage is very expensive through car rental companies (it can easily double your daily rate or more).^ To be sure, the past 24 month have seen seen local bankruptcies and the statewide unemployment rate more than double.

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Consider using a credit card with collision coverage. All U.S.-issued consumer Visa credit (but not debit) cards, many MasterCard cards and some American Express cards include secondary collision coverage; some American Express, Visa business and Diners Club cards offer primary coverage. Alternatively or additionally, prior to your trip, verify that both collision and liability (also called third-party) coverage from your own auto insurance company extends to rental cars. Car rental rates for 5 or 6 day periods are often the same as 7 day rentals. .Use a credit card that includes medical and trip cancellation insurance benefits; if you cannot, consider buying trip insurance from your flight travel agent.^ Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii Hawaii Vacation Q and A .

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^ I used the tag during my trip to Hawaii for Thanksgiving towards the end of 2009.It's hard to review a product when its purpose is to help you relocate your lost luggage!

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View more on Hawaii car rental insurance [14]. .Also be aware some hotels may charge you for car parking, check with your hotel for parking fee before you book your car.^ May 2010 be prosperous for you and yours.

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^ Whether you're celebrating a new love, building your family or cherishing a rich family history, may the new year be filled with good health and happiness.

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^ If you leave your vehicle with your purchases inside, you’d come back to a burglarized car.

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International tourists with non US credit cards are not covered by the above. By clicking on your country of origin when obtaining a quote from the car rental company's website, often an inclusive quote with loss damage waiver and supplemental libability insurance is provided. .Otherwise using a travel agent website within your country eg your local Expedia website or local car hire broker will often also include insurance in their quote.^ Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii Hawaii Vacation Q and A .

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^ Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii .

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^ Episode #355 Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii .

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Gasoline, while nowhere near the prices charged in Europe, is significantly more expensive in Hawaii than on the U.S. Mainland. .Expect to pay about 10% more than the prevailing rate on the Mainland for gasoline in Honolulu.^ On the windward coast, it is common to have as many as 10 brief showers in a single day, not one of which is heavy enough to produce more than one-hundredth of an inch of rain.

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Neighbor Island prices can be as much as 10-15% above that.

Scooters are also an excellent alternative to getting around the islands. Rental rates are fairly cheap (about $50/day). The scooters are also fun to ride and are cheap on gas!

Talk

English is the main spoken language. There are some subtle differences in usage (see below), but standard English is universally understood in Hawaii. Hawaiian "pidgin" English, spoken by many locals, incorporates bits of Hawaiian, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, Portuguese and many other languages, in addition to its own unique idioms. .As Japan is the most important international tourist market in Hawaii, many tourist destinations offer information in Japanese and have personnel who can speak Japanese.^ While the Island of Oahu is most popular with Japanese tourists, the Island of Maui tends to appeal to visitors mostly from the U.S. mainland and Canada: in 2005, there were 2,003,492 domestic (i.e., U.S. nationals) arrivals on the island, compared to 260,184 international arrivals.

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.There are also many ethnic communities that speak languages such as Mandarin, Cantonese, Tagalog, Ilocano, Vietnamese, Korean, Samoan and the native Hawaiian language.^ I can't help but notice there are so many people in the community who spend time with older adults who need support, or older adults who give of their time to help others.

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Learning a few words of Hawaiian can be fun and useful. Some signs in Hawaii use Hawaiian words, and most street signs use Hawaiian names. The following is a brief primer on Hawaiian pronunciation:

a as in father

e as in red

i as in machine

o as in phone

u as in fruit

ai, ae roughly like the igh in high

au, ao roughly like the ow in cow

ei roughly the ay in hay

ou roughly like the o sound in boat.

.The Hawaiian alphabet consists of 13 characters: all 5 vowels plus 8 consonants (h, k, l, m, n, p, w, and the apostrophe) which are generally pronounced in Hawaiian as they are in English, except that w can also take on the sound of v in certain words and the apostrophe is a glottal stop (which has the speaker curtailing the flow of air and resuming as though speaking two separate words).^ To Embed: click above We use words all day everyday yet rarely stop to feel the energy they pack.

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^ The valley-like Isthmus of Maui that separates the two volcanic masses was formed by recent lava flows and erosion of material from the steep slopes of the volcanoes.

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^ Though the trade winds are fairly constant in speed and duration, their relatively uniform air flow is distorted and disrupted by mountains, hills, and valleys.

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Each vowel or diphthong is pronounced separately. For instance, the highway connecting Honolulu and Kaneohe on Oahu is called the Likelike Highway, and is pronounced LEE-keh-LEE-keh, NOT like-like.

You will often see an apostrophe-like symbol in some words. This symbol, called the 'okina, means that the following vowel is pronounced with a catch in the throat, much like the sounds in "uh-oh" are separated. A line above a vowel means that the vowel is extended and stressed.

Some useful words include:

Hello.: Aloha. (ah-LOH-hah)
Goodbye.: Aloha. (ah-LOH-hah)
love: aloha (ah-LOH-hah) (So you indirectly refer to "love" when you first see someone and when they have to go)
Thank you.: Mahalo. (mah-HAH-loh). (Although this word is found on fast food trash receptacles around the islands, it does not mean "trash".)
finished, done: Pau. (pa-oo)
help: kokua (koh-KOO-ah)
woman: wahine (wah-HEE-ne)
man: kane (kah-ne)
child: keiki (KAY-kee)
local resident: kama'aina (kah-mah-EYE-nah)
toward the mountains: mauka (ma-OO-kah)
toward the ocean: makai (mah-KIGH)

Avoiding misunderstandings

.As mentioned above, standard English is understood in Hawaii, and Hawaii residents are generally very friendly.^ As I mentioned in a previous post, the unconference format, especially for the Hawaii community (and perhaps for yours) will be very important for 2010.

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However, there are some subtle differences in word usage. When talking with Hawaii residents, be aware of the following differences in word usage to avoid miscommunications. Also see Respect below.

Always refer to the continental United States as "the Mainland" rather than "the States." For instance, say "Back on the Mainland..." instead of "Back in the States..." .Hawaii has been one of "the States" since 1959, and the Hawaiian sovereignty movement notwithstanding (see Respect below), most Hawaii residents are proud to be part of the United States.
^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?
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^ The hotel, formerly known as the Princeville Resort, boasts one of the most desirable pieces of real estate in Hawaii.
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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.
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.Using the term "the States" (implying that Hawaii is somehow foreign) may be seen as naive at best and condescending at worst.
^ Hawaii ranks among the best states when it comes to consumers managing credit and insurance risk.
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.However, don't be surprised if some local people are condescending towards you because you are from the mainland.
^ I don't think locals would have called any of the days good Pipe, but there were some sick barrells especially at Backdoor.
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^ I am furious with some of the people local organizations sent from Hawai`i to Copenhagen.
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^ If you want to catch some local kids doing something right, then the upcoming Bboy in Paradise break dance competition is just the ticket.
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The "local" vs. "mainland" difference is something local people are only too happy to point out.
Residents of Hawaii do not necessarily consider themselves "Hawaiian." For instance, when asking a Hawaii resident, "Are you a native Hawaiian?" don't be surprised if his reply is "No, I'm Japanese." On the Mainland, for example, a Californian means any person who lives in (or has ties to) California. .However, in Hawaii, the terms "Hawaiian" or "native Hawaiian" are reserved to mean someone who is descended from the aboriginal people of Hawaii.
^ The list is an insult to the local community and native people who have had to suffer the growing ills of climate change for generations.
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^ As I get ready to head out on my well deserved and much needed vacation, it got me thinking about how Hawaiian people live on their own time - "Hawaii Time".
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This definition even appears in state laws. .Because Hawaii is made of people of various ethnicities, someone whose family may have lived in Hawaii for generations may still not be Hawaiian by the above definition.
^ As I get ready to head out on my well deserved and much needed vacation, it got me thinking about how Hawaiian people live on their own time - "Hawaii Time".
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To avoid misunderstanding, it is best to refer to Hawaii residents as such, or as Islanders, "locals", or kama'aina (as above), unless you know for a fact that they are of native Hawaiian descent.

Buy

As in the rest of the United States, U.S. dollars are the local currency. .There are plenty of banks, ATMs, and money change offices in all cities.^ All of this has changed in recent years with the city government not allowing the streets to be closed down for the big party.

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^ There's no doubt that Vegas is ever changing and even more so now with the new hugemangeous City Center up.

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.ATMs are scarcer on the North Shore of Oahu and other rural areas.^ Straight from the north shore of Oahu, there is a new line of denim for women.

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.Note that because Hawaii is an island and transporting goods to Hawaii is more difficult, the prices for most goods (with the exception of Macadamia nuts and pineapples) are more expensive.^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it's a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ We answer.Good news for Dog faithful, the affable bounty hunter will soon return to Hawaii for more Island adventures.The reality show—which chronicles the operations of Duane “Dog” Chapman and his family of bounty hunters at… .

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.Hawaii has a 4% general excise tax statewide on the gross income of all businesses, which is generally passed on the consumer as a de facto 4.166% "sales tax."^ This would be on top of the current 4.17% general excise tax imposed by the state.

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(The slight increase because they're taxed for collecting this "tax"!) As of January 1, 2007, the City and County of Honolulu adds an additional half-percent on the excise tax rate, making the "sales tax" rate on Oahu 4.712%.

Clothing

.Other than the stereotypical grass skirt (which is not generally worn in Hawaii except by hula dancers), no pieces of clothing are more associated with the Islands than the aloha shirt and the muumuu.^ Compare this to several other similar hotels in the area starting at more than… .

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ I shared from my heart, over on the So Much More Hawaii blog a brief history of the origins of hula [...

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The ever-present aloha shirt comes in a wide variety of designs. .On one end, there are the brightly colored, tourist-oriented, polyester aloha shirts that many stores throughout the Islands carry.^ With that said, there is one island that I find to be the most relaxing.

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^ On the one hand, deals abound as stores scramble to clear the racks for the next season, but then there’s the impulse to wait and see what spring will bring.

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^ No one's sure how many there are - or how much is in them .

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.On the other end of the spectrum are the type of collared aloha shirts that have become standard business attire among career professionals in Hawaii, in the same way that the business suit is on the mainland.^ We assume others think words feel the same way but they often don't!

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^ Travel, work, and other commitments have really kept me busy, so I haven’t had time to write up end-of-year wrap-up posts like I did in 2008 (like this, or this, and this).

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These aloha shirts are usually cotton-polyester blend and are "reverse print." Reverse print means that the design is printed on the inside of the shirt, resulting in a more muted, businesslike look.

For females, the muumuu is a long Hawaiian dress, usually made of cotton, that hangs loosely from the shoulder.

.A special note on shoes: The item commonly referred to on the US mainland as a "sandal" or "flip-flop" (or more limited "thong") are called on the islands a "slipper" or "slippa". Using a mainland term for the shoe will get you a quizzical look from locals.^ But if you want to claim bias, it might make more sense to look half an inch to the left, at the headline.

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^ Are you more fascinated or grossed out by strange-looking creatures?

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.Call them by their island name and they will instantly know what you are talking about.^ It's been called both sexist and sexy (true fans of the movie "Spinal Tap" know what that's all about) and biased.

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^ With the cruise you don’t have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that’s associated with air travel between the islets.

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^ When Bill Cosby calls, he talks and you mostly listen .

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Made in Hawaii

.One of the most popular souvenirs to buy in Hawaii are locally made Hawaiian bath & body products.^ The hotel, formerly known as the Princeville Resort, boasts one of the most desirable pieces of real estate in Hawaii.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ Poke is most often made of ahi (tuna) with various seasonings, although tako (octopus) is also popular.

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The islands of Hawaii feature some of the most unique and refreshing fragrances in the world which you can easily find in Hawaiian shampoos, body lotions, soaps, oils, incense, floating candles, and much more.

Do

.The Hawaiian islands offer a vast number of activities.^ An interactive marine life attraction, Sea Life Park offers a number of shows and activities for families.

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.Hiking and eco tours are popular on most islands, with opportunities for horseback riding, ATV, helicopter tours, and other methods of exploring the landscape.^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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.Museums and historical sites such as Pearl Harbor are also to be found throughout the islands.^ The Missouri closed for repairs last October, traveling over two miles to the Drydock 4 site across Pearl Harbor.

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^ Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Returns Historic “Mighty Mo” to Battleship Row .

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.Cultural activities such as the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu also make for interesting day-long activities.^ Polynesian Cultural Center's front entrance.

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^ The Kam family had the pleasure of seeing the Polynesian Cultural Center’s new show “Ha: Breath of Life” a few weeks ago as a guest of the center and really enjoyed it.

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^ The work is grueling and you need every ounce of energy you can get in order to make it through the long, sweltering-hot days.

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Hawaii is best known for its beaches and water activities. Surfing is practically a religion in Hawaii, and scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities exist nearly everywhere. In addition, jet skiing, parasailing and kayaking are available in tourist areas.

Learn

.Tourists who want to get a taste of Hawaiian culture can sign up for classes in hula, surfing and lei-making at most tourist destinations.^ Hula Shake Featuring MySentimentExactLee.com Who: Lee over at MySentimentExactLee.com What: Lee is going to be chatting up with the [...

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^ Hawaiian Culture: Hula .

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^ Guess we should hurr’up and make the most of what’s left [...

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.There also a number of cultural and historical centers on Oahu well worth your time, such as the Bishop Museum and Iolani Palace.^ It'll be worth your time".

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^ Which of your stories have you probably told the greatest number of times to the most people?

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.If you have the money, the time and the inclination, the Polynesian Cultural Center provides a window into Polynesian culture.^ Polynesian Cultural Center's front entrance.

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^ The Kam family had the pleasure of seeing the Polynesian Cultural Center’s new show “Ha: Breath of Life” a few weeks ago as a guest of the center and really enjoyed it.

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^ I had been reflecting at the time anyway, and if you have known me for more than a year, you also know that--if I may say so, myself--I provided you with a lesson in rebound & reinvention.

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.As its name implies, the Polynesian Cultural Center covers not just Hawaii but also the cultures of Tahiti, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Easter Island and the Maori people of New Zealand.^ Polynesian Cultural Center's front entrance.

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^ Most people have heard that the new City Center recently opened on the Las Vegas Strip.

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^ The Kam family had the pleasure of seeing the Polynesian Cultural Center’s new show “Ha: Breath of Life” a few weeks ago as a guest of the center and really enjoyed it.

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.The outer islands also have destinations such as Maui Center for Culture and the Arts and the Big Island has the Hilo Art Museum.^ We recently had the pleasure of attending a dance performanceat Hilo’s UHH Performing Arts Center.

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^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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^ The dancers are from all around the Big Island, many from Hilo and Puna.

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the .Lyman House Museum and the Pacific Tsunami Museum as well as the University of Hawaii's 'Imiloa Astronomy Center.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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Work

.Given the current economic situation, the unemployment rate in Hawaii is at its highest point in many years, but is still below the average unemployment rate for the country as a whole.^ Despite relatively flat statewide occupancy rates and a respectable 4.1 percentage point gain in Waikiki hotel occupancy, Hawaii hoteliers continued to struggle in November.

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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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Hawaii is not an easy place to legally find casual work for non-US work permit holders. .To apply for a local government job, by law you must be a Hawaii resident.^ Whale watching can be a fun and relaxing past time whether you are a resident or visitor to Hawaii’s Big Island.

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^ I've been asked by the American Bar Association's Section on State and Local Government Law to moderate a continuing legal education teleconference on the McDonald v.

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This is changing though. Currently, police officer applicants do not have to be residents.

Eat

.Contemporary food in Hawaii, like the language and popular culture, is a medley of traditional Hawaiian, Portugese, American, and Asian Pacific flavors.^ Positive Reinforcement: “The giving of encouragement to a particular behavior with the intended result that it is more likely to be repeated.” I recently wrote a piece on American Culture and Positive Reinforcement.

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^ A year-old school strives to keep the Samoan language and culture alive for youngsters born in Hawaii Honolulu Advertiser: Editorial Blog .

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Pacific "fusion" cuisine was largely invented in Hawaii. .Well-known local chefs include Sam Choy, Alan Wong, Russell Siu, Roy Yamaguchi, and George "Chef Mavro" Mavrothalassitis.^ Alan Wong’s, so we ended up at Mavro.

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^ Chef Mavro1969 South King StreetHonolulu, HI 96826(808) 944-4714Restaurant websiteThere are a few restaurants in Hawaii that come to mind when you want to celebrate a special occasion: Roy’s, Hoku’s, Alan Wong’s, and Chef Mavro.

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Seafood is, of course, fresh and tasty. .Local beef comes from ranches on Maui and coffee is grown on the Big Island.^ That may sound like a fanciful title for a novel but it describes the latest investment of a Big Island farm pumping out fresh locally produced milk.

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^ COME JOIN US! Big Island Legislators Have Been Invited to Attend a Waimea Community Association community meeting to discuss issues of great importance to residents here on the Big Island.

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^ I have a friend, I think I mentioned him before – he does Hawaii real estate appraisals on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, or Big Island.

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Tropical fruits such as pineapple, mango, bananas, guavas, and papaya - as well as fresh sugar cane, can be bought in most corner stores (although you may be surprised to learn that many of those fruits are now imported from distant locales such as The Philippines & Brazil).

.One of the most common ways that local food is served is in the form of plate lunch, usually meat or fish with two scoops of rice and macaroni salad.^ Those that have been following the developments at Kapalua know that here, in one of the most spectacular locales on Maui (and the entire island chain), things have been evolving for the better part of two years.

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^ I have always been a proponent of eating local, but in this New Year, I decided to go a step further and am challenging myself to eat in a healthier and more conscientious way choosing more locally grown and produced foods as propounded by one of the Hawai’i chefs I most admire.

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^ You and your fellow laborers—from the Philippines, China, Portugal and beyond—stop to unpack and enjoy lunch; rice with perhaps some left over meat from the night… .

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It's always a good deal at any lunch wagon, mall, or outside food court. .L&L Drive Inn [15] and Zippy's [16] are probably the most widely distributed chain of plate lunch spots in the Hawaiian islands.^ Throughout the school year, the students have learned about how the hot spot under the Pacific Plate formed underwater volcanoes that eventually became our Hawaiian island chain.

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.Branches of L&L are in some locations on the Mainland as well (as L&L Hawaiian Barbecue).^ We are lucky enough to be friends with some of the artists who are located in the space as well as friends that own two vacation cottages in Honokaa.

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.Another way of enjoying local food when roaming around the island is to keep an eye out for the converted trucks/vans that are parked in their regular spots in gas station parking lots, some parks and a variety of places on the island.^ That may sound like a fanciful title for a novel but it describes the latest investment of a Big Island farm pumping out fresh locally produced milk.

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^ As more and more people looking for new ways to enjoy recreational water activities are heading out [...

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^ You even hit up Mark’s Garage during many a First Friday - totally checking out the exhibits while making your way from its parking lot to the bars on Hotel Street.

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They offer the "plate lunches", are popular with the locals and provide great meals (on plastic plates} at very reasonable prices. There is no reason to fear them, they are very common and popular.

Perhaps the best setting for tourists to enjoy traditional Hawaiian food is at a luau, or a traditional Hawaiian feast. Tourists can find luaus at various locations in the Islands, including many of the major resort hotels. At a modern luau traditional Hawaiian favorites are served buffet style, and there is also Hawaiian music, hula, and other Polynesian entertainment. The downside is that they can be pricey and prices can vary widely; expect to pay between USD $50 and $90 per adult and about half that per child.

Dishes that are often found at luaus include:

Lomi salmon, salted salmon mixed with tomatoes, onions, & pepper; like an island salsa
Kalua pig, pork wrapped in banana leaves and steamed inside an imu (ground boiler); similar to pulled pork
Pipi kaula, Hawaiian style beef jerky
Poi, ground and boiled taro root paste
Laulau, pork & butterfish (black cod) wrapped in ti leaves then steamed
Luau, seafood (often squid) prepared in a mixture of boiled taro leaves and coconut milk
Haupia, a gelatin-like dessert prepared from thickened coconut milk

Other local dishes include favorites such as the following:

Ahi, tuna, excellent as sashimi (Japanese style sliced raw fish) or as poke (chopped and seasoned raw fish).
Mahi Mahi or dolphin fish, served as a steak, sandwich, or in almost-raw thin strips .
Ono, A type of fish also known as wahoo.
^ Poke is most often made of ahi (tuna) with various seasonings, although tako (octopus) is also popular.
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Not coincidentally, the name resembles the Hawaiian word for "delicious."
Shave ice, an island version of snow cones made from finely shaved ice, comes in lots of ono flavors. Order your shave ice with azuki beans and/or a scoop of ice cream.
Saimin, Hawaii's version of noodle soup or ramen.
Malasada, Fried bread rolled in plenty of sugar, often sold at special events. Portugese origin.
Manapua, local name for a popular type of Chinese dim-sum otherwise known as "char-siu-bao". Cured sweet pork wrapped in soft white bread.
Spam musubi, an unorthodox variant of Japanese riceballs (musubi), composed of salted rice formed into a rectangular shape and topped with spam, wrapped in seaweed. Popular enough to be sold in every Hawaiian 7-11.
Chicken/Pork Adobo, Filipino dish widely offered and appreciated in Hawaii.

If you are roaming the island away from tourist areas, you may find restaurants are scarce. Many of the numerous golf courses have dining rooms open to the public that offer great meals at very good prices. They seem to welcome the non-golfer. .For specific places at which to eat, see the individual island or city articles.^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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Be sure to check the coupon books that are available at display stands for meal specials.

Drink

Beer: there are a number of excellent local brewpubs in Hawaii. .Mehana, Sam Choy's, Honu, Waimea Brewing Company, Liz's Pub, Keoki's and Kona Brewing Company all brew beer in Hawaii or brew it on the mainland and ship it to the islands.^ PATH is a member of the statewide coalition Hawaii Pedal Power and is the first partner in HPP’s island ride series.The Holiday Ride For Dollars kicks off Monday December 21 with a reception and holiday party hosted by PATH at the Kona Brewing Company at 5 p.m.

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.The largest of the group is Kona Brewing, which has won several national awards and runs two brew pub / restaurants in the islands (one in Kailua Kona, the other in Hawaii Kai on Oahu).^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ Homes sales on the Big Island and Kauai were up in December, following a similar trend on Oahu, according to data released yesterday by Hawaii Information Service.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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Stay safe

.Theft is a big problem in cities as well as beaches and parks.^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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.If you are camping on a beach, keep bags locked in a car (but don't assume that they are safe in the trunk, especially if you are driving a rental) and keep valuables in a hidden money belt.^ We assume others think words feel the same way but they often don't!

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^ Unlike other food sites that just post pictures of food without telling you where they are from, foodspotting keeps a restaurant database of every photo entered.

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^ You know those lonely luggage bags, the ones left on the baggage claim track, they keep going around and around and around, left unclaimed?

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Although Hawaii is generally considered relatively safe, it does have some violent crime. Consequently, women should not walk alone in unlit areas. .Although Honolulu has one of the lowest violent crime rates of metro areas in the U.S., use your common sense.^ You must use your own discernment as to the need to get your child out of the vog area.

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.Stay smart and act as if you were in your own home city: lock doors, lock cars, and don't leave valuables lying around.^ You leave your shakin’ link 3.

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^ If you leave your vehicle with your purchases inside, you’d come back to a burglarized car.

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^ If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link below.

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Stay healthy

Hospitals in Hawaii meet U.S. standards for care, and can be found in the urban areas of each island. .The hospitals in Honolulu are larger and have the most advanced equipment; the hospitals on the neighbor islands provide general care.^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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There is currently a shortage of specialists on the Neighbor Islands. .Depending on where you are and how serious your condition is, be advised that you may need to be medically evacuated to Honolulu for treatment.^ May 2010 be prosperous for you and yours.

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^ Whether you're celebrating a new love, building your family or cherishing a rich family history, may the new year be filled with good health and happiness.

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^ How you live your life knowing dat is entirely up to you.

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The main tourist areas of each island have walk-in urgent care clinics where you can receive non-emergency treatment for whatever ails you. .Some clinics even make hotel room calls.^ I sometimes do what people call “spring cleaning” at the end of a year, when I get a hankering to straighten up the place — to get rid of some of the clutter that inevitably creeps into our house over the months, clean, and make room for a fresh, clean new year and its possibilities.

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.Check with the local phone book or your hotel.^ Aqua now offers 4 hotels that are pet friendly for you and your pets to choose from: Aqua Waikiki Wave accepts dogs up to 20 pounds Book your room now!

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^ Continental Surf Hotel accepts dogs and cats up 20 pounds Book your room now!

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In Waikiki, try Doctors on Call (808-971-6000). The clinic is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you plan to go hiking in the backcountry or go swimming in freshwater pools in Hawaii, be advised of the risk of catching leptospirosis. Leptospirosis generally causes flu-like symptoms; in rare cases it can be fatal; the incubation period can be from 2-30 days after exposure. Do not swim in freshwater pools if you have open sores; see a doctor if you develop flu-like symptoms after hiking or swimming.

Be sure to have travel health insurance. .If you are a U.S. resident with private health insurance, you should consult your insurance carrier to determine what copayments apply and to what extent your insurance is accepted in Hawaii by doctors and hospitals in the event you need health care while on your trip.^ Whether you're celebrating a new love, building your family or cherishing a rich family history, may the new year be filled with good health and happiness.

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^ It's that time together that you will carry with you in your heart...not the gift that sits under the… .

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^ I used the tag during my trip to Hawaii for Thanksgiving towards the end of 2009.It's hard to review a product when its purpose is to help you relocate your lost luggage!

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.See Stay healthy in United States of America for more information.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ The briefs recently filed are: Amicus United States of America's Brief in Support of… .

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When going to the beach/swimming always wear suntan lotion or sun guard to protect your skin from burns.

Respect

.In general, American standards of etiquette (see Respect in United States of America) apply in Hawaii.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ The briefs recently filed are: Amicus United States of America's Brief in Support of… .

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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Hawaii, however, has certain cultural differences, owing to the Native Hawaiians and the large population of Asians and people of Asian descent.

As is the custom in many Asian countries, always remove your footwear when entering the home of an island resident, if so invited.

Hawaiian culture should be respected and travellers should be sensitive to the state's rich cultural heritage and diversity - and the fact that the tourist experience of Hawaiian culture may only scratch the surface.
^ Once your ship arrives into the Hawaiian Islands becomes a floating hotel in Europe a different island almost everyday.
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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.
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^ COME JOIN US! Big Island Legislators Have Been Invited to Attend a Waimea Community Association community meeting to discuss issues of great importance to residents here on the Big Island.
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For instance, there are many heiau (temples) in the Islands, where the ancient Hawaiian religion was practiced. .Some of these have become tourist attractions in their own right, but visitors should nevertheless treat these places with the same level of respect one would show at a place of worship.

If you visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, you will no doubt hear about Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes.
^ Bear in mind that in Lower Puna, there are no vog devices in place to monitor vog levels, therefore, there will be no warnings issued, even in the event of dangerous vog levels.
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^ As you walk down the hill you can hear the cadence, one, three, head kick thud, a bag is banged the noise is rhythmic.
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^ If anybody or any group places only their own interest over everybody else's, then you have the great problems in the world -- of one narrow self-interest eliminating all the others, or advancing their own interests above the common good.That grave misunderstanding of human pupose is the cause of the great catastrophe that is present Hawaii society as well as places with these sectarian violence in… .
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.An urban legend has it that people who have taken volcanic rock from the slopes of Mauna Loa or Kilauea have suffered various misfortunes; it is believed that it is the wrath of Pele.
^ The list is an insult to the local community and native people who have had to suffer the growing ills of climate change for generations.
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.In any case, it is illegal to take rocks or other material from a national park.

Also, the status of Native Hawaiians vis-a-vis the U.S. federal government has become a hot topic in recent years, with some Native Hawaiian groups seeking a degree of sovereignty for the Hawaiian people as redress for the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy and U.S. annexation in the 1890s.
^ All of this has changed in recent years with the city government not allowing the streets to be closed down for the big party.
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^ Another year -- another decade -- has come and gone, so it's time to launch our annual summary of the highlights in land use law and other topics covered on the blog.
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^ After years of Halloween domination, things in Lahaina are fizzling enough that an entire town is now taking over as Maui's Halloween hot-spot.
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(Honolulu is home to the only royal palace on U.S. soil.) .There is currently no consensus among Native Hawaiians on what form this sovereignty should take, with some preferring the status quo of ordinary citizenship, some seeking a status similar to that of Native Americans, and some wanting complete independence and secession from the Union.
^ There have been some we just knew would be winners, while other winners of the blog post popularity contest have been complete surprises.
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In addition, private and government programs that benefit Native Hawaiians have been called into question via a series of lawsuits that have received extensive coverage in local media. Discussions of Hawaiian sovereignty and programs can arouse a variety of strong opinions (both in support and in opposition) among Hawaii residents of all ethnicities, and the uninitiated visitor would be wise to avoid bringing up these topics in casual conversation.

Some Native Hawaiians may attribute accidents caused by nature (such as a landslide at Sacred Falls that killed several people) to the Menehune punishing tourists disrespecting the land. .Menehune or not, Hawaii is one of the most beautiful places in the world and its sites deserve our respect.^ The hotel, formerly known as the Princeville Resort, boasts one of the most desirable pieces of real estate in Hawaii.

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^ Magic Island, the man-made park next to Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu Hawaii, is one of the most popular recreational places in our city.

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^ During the past decades we have been amazed at how much difference a small move from one place to another can make to our enjoyment of living.

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.Bottom line: respect the land and the people; there may be more there than meets the eye.^ I can see why people might say this, although predictions about the next big thing on the Web miss more than they land.

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^ When there is a lot of sand patches like that Pipe can be more like a beach break than the reef break we are all accustomed to.

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^ Come to think of it, there seems to be a lot more visitors for the Honolulu Marathon than there are for the Great Aloha Run.

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Contact

Hawaii uses the US postal system. Internet access can be found in most tourist areas and many hotels. General wi-fi access is available only at select hotels and cafes. The public libraries offer Internet access, but only for library cardholders. Visitors may purchase a 3-month library card for $10.00.

Hawaii's area code is 808. When dialing any off-island telephone number, dial 1 + area code + phone number. .You must include the 808 area code when calling another island.^ You must use your own discernment as to the need to get your child out of the vog area.

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Get out

Located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean Hawaii has few nearby neighbors.

California - The point of departure for many visitors for the continental United States.
Oceania - Hawaii can be a stepping off point to explore the many islands of the Pacific as well as the countries of Australia and New Zealand.

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See also Hawaiʻi

1 English
2 Catalan
- 2.1 Alternative forms
- 2.2 Proper noun
  - 2.2.1 Derived terms

English

Wikipedia has an article on:

Hawaii

Wikipedia

Map of US highlighting Hawaii

Alternative spellings

Hawaiʻi

Etymology

From Hawaiian Hawai'i, from Proto-Polynesian *hawaiki.

Pronunciation

IPA: /həˈwaɪiː/
Audio (US)^{help, file}

Proper noun

Singular
Hawaii

Plural
-

Hawaii

A state of the United States of America.
^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.
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^ The briefs recently filed are: Amicus United States of America's Brief in Support of… .
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The capital is Honolulu, on the island of Oahu. It is the fiftieth state to join the United States. The nickname is the Aloha State. .It is located from 19° to 23° N latitude, with the eight main islands from 155° to 162° W longitude and including many smaller islands extending westward.
A chain of islands in the Pacific Ocean between North America and Oceania.
^ Practitioners of many modalities including massage, aromatherapy, and various forms of body work can be found can be found in different parts of the island.
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^ Value Plus This now entirely "smoke-free" resort is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the lush West Maui Mountains.
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^ HIFF is dedicated to “advancing understanding and cultural exchange among the peoples of Asia, the Pacific Rim, and North America through the medium of film”.
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Also called the Hawaiian Islands and formerly the Sandwich Islands. The larger islands are:

Kauai (Kaua'i)

Hawaii (Hawai'i, the Big Island)

Lanai (Lana'i)

Maui

Molokai (Moloka'i)

Niihau Ni'ihau

Oahu (O'ahu)
.
The proper name of the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, also called the Big Island.
^ The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1883.5 km²) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.
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^ Native Hawaiian tradition gives the origin of the island's name in the legend of Hawaiiloa, the Polynesian navigator attributed with discovery of the Hawaiian Islands.
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^ I am interested in these Hawaiian Islands * Big Island of Hawaii Maui Lanai Molokai Oahu Kauai .
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The Big Island lies southeast of the other islands.

Usage notes

The standard spelling in the islands is Hawaiʻi, where the ʻ indicates a glottal stop or phonemic glide.

Derived terms

Translations

a state of the United States

Arabic: هاواي ar(ar) (hawaai)
Catalan: Hawai ca(ca) m., Hawaii ca(ca) m.
Chinese:

Mandarin: 夏威夷 cmn(cmn) (Xiàwēiyí), 夏威夷州 cmn(cmn) (Xiàwēiyí-zhōu)
Dutch: Hawaï nl(nl), Hawaii nl(nl)

Japanese: ハワイ州 ja(ja) (Hawai-shū) (布哇)
Macedonian: Хаваи mk(mk) (Havái) n.
Navajo: Hawáai hahoodzo
Russian: Гавайи ru(ru) (Gaváji)
Swedish: Hawaii sv(sv) n.

chain of islands

Arabic: هاواي ar(ar) (hawaai)
Catalan: illes Hawaii ca(ca) f. pl., illes Hawai ca(ca) f. pl.
Chinese:

Mandarin: 夏威夷 cmn(cmn) (Xiàwēiyí), 夏威夷群島 cmn(cmn), 夏威夷群岛 cmn(cmn) (Xiàwēiyí-qúndǎo)

Japanese: ハワイ諸島 ja(ja) (Hawai-shotō) (布哇)
Macedonian: Хаваи mk(mk) (Havái) n.
Polish: Hawaje pl(pl) pl.
Russian: Гавайи ru(ru) (Gaváji), Гавайские острова ru(ru) (Gavájskije ostrová) m. pl.
Swedish: Hawaiiöarna sv(sv)

largest of the Hawaiian Islands

Catalan: Hawai ca(ca) m., Hawaii ca(ca) m.
Macedonian: Хаваи mk(mk) (Havái) n.

Swedish: Hawaii sv(sv)

The translations below need to be checked and inserted above into the appropriate translation tables, removing any numbers. Numbers do not necessarily match those in definitions. See instructions at Help:How to check translations.

Translations to be checked

Bulgarian: Хаваи (Khavai) pl., Хавайски острови (Khavajski ostrovi) pl.
Finnish: Havaiji
French: Hawaii m., les îles Hawaii f pl
Greek: Χαβάη (Khavái)
Hawaiian: Hawaiʻi

Italian: le Hawaii f pl
Korean: 하와이, (Hawai)
Lithuanian: Havajai
Maltese: il-Ħawaj
Portuguese: Havaí, Avaí m.
Spanish: Hawai

External links

Hawaii on Wikipedia.Wikipedia

Catalan

Alternative forms

Hawai

Proper noun

Hawaii m.

Hawaii (the largest island of the Hawaiian Islands)
Hawaii (a U.S. state)

Derived terms

illes Hawaii (“Hawaiian Islands”)

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Coordinates

: 21°18′41″N, 157°47′47″WLatitude: 21°18′41″N
Longitude: 157°47′47″W

State of Hawaii
Mokubb;āina o Hawaibb;i


Flag of Hawaii	Seal of Hawaii
Nickname(s): The Aloha State
Motto(s): Ua Mau ke Ea o ka Aina i ka Pono (English translation: The Life of the Land is Perpetuated in Righteousness)

Official language(s)

Capital

Largest city

Area

- Total

10,931 sq mi

(29,311 km²

)

- Width

n/a miles (n/a km

)

- Length

1,522 miles (2,450 km)

- % water

41.2

- Latitude

18° 55′ N to 28° 27′ N

- Longitude

154° 48′ W to 178° 22′ W

Population

Ranked 42^nd

- Total (2000

)

1,211,537

- Density

188.6/sq mi
72.83/km² (13^th)

- Median income

$53,123 (8^th)

Elevation

- Highest point

Mauna Kea^[1]
13,796 ft (4,205 m)

- Mean

3,035 ft (925 m)

- Lowest point

Pacific Ocean^[1]
0 ft (0 m)

Admission to Union

August 21, 1959 (50^th)

Governor

Linda Lingle (R)

U.S. Senators

Daniel Inouye (D)
Daniel Akaka (D)

Congressional Delegation

List

Time zone

Hawaii: UTC-10
(no daylight saving time)

Abbreviations

US-HI

Web site

www.hawaii.gov

The Aloha State
State animal	Humpback Whale
State bird	Nene (Nēnē) (Branta sandvicensis)
State fish	Reef triggerfish (Humuhumunukunukuāpuabb;a)
State flower	Yellow Hibiscus - Mabb;o hau hele (Hibiscus brackenridgei), federally listed as endangered
State gem	Black Coral
State motto	Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono ("The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness")
State song	Hawaii Ponoi (Hawaibb;i Ponobb;ī) ("Hawaibb;i's own [people]")
State tree	Kukui (Aleurites Moluccana)

This article is about the U.S. State. For other uses of the term, such as the Island of Hawaiʻi, see Hawaii.

.The State of Hawaii (IPA: /həˈwaɪi, həˈwaɪʔi/) (Hawaiian: Mokubb;āina o Hawaibb;i), is an archipelegic U.S. state located in the Central Pacific, south of Alaska, north of Tahiti, and 2,300 miles (3,700 km) from the Continental United States.^ Travel Deals Activities Activities by Destination Experience Finder World > North America > USA > Pacific > Hawaii > Oahu > Honolulu Vacations Honolulu Vacation Packages and Deals .

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^ United States Hawaii Oahu Honolulu Welcome .

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^ Home United States Hawaii Honolulu Hotels .

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^[2] .Politically, Hawaii is considered to be a part of the North American continent.^ The question: Do you consider Hawaii to be part of the United States ?

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.The state encompasses nearly the entirety of the volcanic Hawaiian Island chain, which is made up of hundreds of islands spread over 1,500 miles (2,400 km).^ Bishop Museum The Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, designated the Hawaii State Museum of Natural and Cultural History, is a museum of history and science in the historic Kalihi district of Honolulu on the Hawaiian island of Oahu.

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^ Daily Diamond Head State Park Diamond Head is the name given to a tuff cone on the Hawaiian island of O'ahu, known to Hawaiians as...

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^ Moving up the food chain, Humpback whales come to warm Hawaiian waters to give birth.

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Of these, the eight largest islands are considered the "main islands" and are located at the southeastern end of the archipelago. .In order from the northwest to southeast, they are Nibb;ihau

, Obb;ahu

, Maui, and Hawaibb;i

.^ In approximately 15 activity packed hours, this charter company flies passengers to one of four neighboring islands (Maui, Hawai'i, Kaua'i or Moloka'i) for a day of sightseeing and exploring.

Schmap Honolulu Guided Tours 11 January 2010 6:17 UTC www.schmap.com [Source type: General]

^ The Maui Mana Kai also served as a debarkation point for cattle being moved from Maui to Kaho'olawe.

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^ The surrounding islands of Moloka'i, Lana'i and Kaho'olawe were formed by a group of six volcanoes and were once a part of Maui, but separated when the sea level rose and flooded the valleys between the land masses.

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.The last is by far the largest, and is very often called the "Big Island" or "Big Isle" to avoid confusion with the state.^ Please understand that you are calling the island of Maui which is 3 to 6 hours earlier than the Mainland states.

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^ Hawaii’s Big Island is home to Kilauea, the largest active volcano in the world.

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^ Get ready for Hawaii – The Big Island – and stay with us at Aloha Vacation Cottages where far away never felt so close to home!

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.The state was admitted to the Union on August 21, 1959, making it the 50th state.^ Hawaii became the 50th state in 1959.

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.Its capital is located in its only city, Honolulu on the island of Obb;ahu

.^ Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii and the most visited city of the islands.

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^ Moreover due the city’s strategic location, its central position has regards time zone it has attracted many private sectors to set up their business in the city of Honolulu.

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^ Many of its states and capital cities have made a name for themselves in the world map; one of them is Hawaii and its capital city Honolulu.

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The most recent census puts its population at 1,211,537.

In American English, Hawaii is pronounced in varying approximations to the original. From most to least anglicized, there is IPA: /həˈwaɪiː/, /həˈwaɪʔiː/, /həˈvaɪʔiː/). In the Hawaiian language, /həˈʋəiʔi/, there is also some variation, as Hawaiian IPA /ʋ/ varies from [v] to [w].

1 Geography
2 History
3 Demographics
4 Education
5 Economy
6 Law and government
7 Transportation
8 Miscellaneous topics
9 Photo gallery
10 See also
11 References
12 Further reading
13 External links

Geography

Main article: Hawaiian Islands

Location, topography, and geology

.Hawaii is the southernmost state of the United States and the second westernmost state after Alaska.^ Street Bikers United Hawaii joined forces with the United States Marine Corps Reserve , just as they do every year.

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^ ARTICLE from the Encyclopædia Britannica Hawaii, United States capital and principal port of Hawaii , U.S., seat of Honolulu county.

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^ The years of The Republic of Hawaii lasted from 1893 to 1898 when the United States annexed Hawaii and it became a territory of the United States.

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.Only Hawaii and Alaska are are outside the contiguous United States and do not share a border with any other U.S. state.^ Hawaii is the only state in the Union that is completely surrounded by water, and more than 90% of what we consume arrives by sea through Merchant Mariner companies.

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^ The years of The Republic of Hawaii lasted from 1893 to 1898 when the United States annexed Hawaii and it became a territory of the United States.

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^ The Waikiki Aquarium is the third oldest public aquarium in the United States, and it features many of Hawaii's most interesting sea animals.

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Hawaii is the only state of the United States that

is separated from the mainland by water
is completely surrounded by water
continues to grow in area because of active extrusive lava flows, most notably from Kīlauea.
is entirely in the tropics.

Map of Hawaii

Na Pali coast, Kauai

.Except for Easter Island, Hawaii is farther away from land than any other landmass on Earth .^ For less than a third of the cost of the hotels and resorts, you can have your own fully-equipped, comfortable, private Hawaii vacation rental cottage only minutes away to the beauty and adventure this paradise island has to offer.

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^ Your " home away from home " awaits on the Big Island of Hawaii in charming, affordable Hawaii vacation rental cottages in warm and sunny South Kohala.

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^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

Alltop - Top Hawaii News 28 January 2010 0:00 UTC hawaii.alltop.com [Source type: General]

.Hawaii’s tallest mountain, Mauna Kea stands over 13,000 feet (4,000 m) and is taller than Mount Everest if followed to its base at the floor of the Pacific Ocean^[3].^ Description: TRUMP WAIKIKI. Spacious and luxurious studio suite, located on the nineteen floor offering mountain, ocean views and brilliant colors .

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^ See the breathtaking beauty of the Planets and Stars from the top of Mount Haleakala 10,000 feet above the Pacific and the panoramic geological wonder of Haleakala Volcano National Park and Crater…a location like none other.

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^ Bedrooms • 0 Bathrooms • $30,000 Large, walk-in storage bay on the 5th floor parking level of Moana Pacific West Tower.

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.All of the Hawaiian Islands were formed by volcanoes arising from the sea floor from a magma source described in geological theory as a hotspot.^ The story of Pele's route through the islands, from the oldest to the newest, shows that the original Hawaiians understood volcano science with a great deal of sophistication.

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^ HE source of news about science and the environment as they relate to the Hawaiian Islands, hosted by veteran science reporter Jan TenBruggencate.

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^ Go All Hawaiian Islands Oahu & Honolulu Big Island of Hawaii Maui Kauai my shopping cart There are 0 items in my shopping cart .

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.The theory maintains that as the tectonic plate beneath much of the Pacific Ocean moves in a northwesterly direction, the hot spot remains stationary, slowly creating new volcanoes.^ The hot bulge, measured at about 2,370 degrees Fahrenheit, rose to the Pacific Ocean plate, where it melted the rock and turned to magma, breaking out of the Earth's crust as lava, eventually turning to land.

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^ Here you will find several excellent restaurants, a Pacific Whale foundation store, our fascinating Aquarium (the Maui Ocean Center) and much more.

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^ Throughout the school year, the students have learned about how the hot spot under the Pacific Plate formed underwater volcanoes that eventually became our Hawaiian island chain.

Alltop - Top Hawaii News 28 January 2010 0:00 UTC hawaii.alltop.com [Source type: General]

.This explains why only volcanoes on the southern half of the Big Island, and the Lōbb;ihi Seamount

deep below the waters off its southern coast, are presently active, with Lōbb;ihi being the newest volcano to form.^ Big Island only.

Hawaii’s Lava Rock Curse | Rainbow Moon 28 January 2010 0:00 UTC www.hawaii-aloha.com [Source type: General]

^ Searching the Hawaii Property Listings Maui is an island so full of life and vivacity (perhaps because of the fact that it was formed millions of years ago by the eruption of two volcanoes) as well as being mixed with the enticing calm that you can only experience when you are near the sea...

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^ The renowned beaches of the Kohala Coast will refresh you, the waterfalls of Hilo will awaken your senses, Kilauea's crater, the world's most active volcano, and the summit of Mauna Kea will humble you with their power and majesty...the Big Island holds the ultimate in experiences for any age.

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.The last volcanic eruption outside the Big Island happened at Haleakalā on Maui in the late 18th century (though recent research suggests that Haleakala's most recent eruptive activity could be hundreds of years older).^ We offer hundreds of Maui vacation activities.

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^ Maui is also the second most visited island.

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^ From EagleRider of Maui, you can rent a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, and/or a Scooter to start your adventure to the Valley Isle, the second most visited of the Hawaiian Islands.

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^[4]

The volcanic activity and subsequent erosion created impressive geological features. The Big Island is notable as the world’s fifth highest island.

.Because of the islands' volcanic formation, native life before human activity is said to have arrived by the "3 W's": wind (carried through the air), waves (brought by ocean currents), and wings (birds, insects, and whatever they brought with them).^ The island of Oahu is 600 square miles boasting activities that include fishing, surfing, wind sailing, snorkeling, hiking, sun bathing, shopping and more.

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^ They must have brought their fire legends and fire customs with them when they came to the islands of active volcanoes.

Legends of Maui, A Demi-God of Polynesia: V. Maui Finding Fire 1 February 2010 3:17 UTC www.sacred-texts.com [Source type: Original source]

^ Companies all over the island sponsor bus and trolley excursions through the area, usually winding up at restaurants and bars for celebratory evenings.

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.The isolation of the Hawaiian Islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, and the wide range of environments to be found on high islands located in and near the tropic, has resulted in a vast array of endemic flora and fauna.^ Island Pacific Academy has the complete results!

Aloha, Swimming In Hawaii ! 28 January 2010 0:00 UTC www.hawaiiswim.org [Source type: General]

^ Most rain occurs on the North coast of Maui, resulting in beautiful waterfalls and plentiful flora and fauna.

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^ In studying the Maui myths of the Pacific it is necessary to remember that Polynesians use "t" and "k" without distinguishing them apart, and also as in the Hawaiian Islands an apostrophe (') is often used in place of "t" or "k".

Legends of Maui, A Demi-God of Polynesia: V. Maui Finding Fire 1 February 2010 3:17 UTC www.sacred-texts.com [Source type: Original source]

.Hawaii has more endangered species per square mile and has lost a higher percent of its endemic species than anywhere else on Earth.^ The island of Oahu is 600 square miles boasting activities that include fishing, surfing, wind sailing, snorkeling, hiking, sun bathing, shopping and more.

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^ Hawaii is the only state in the Union that is completely surrounded by water, and more than 90% of what we consume arrives by sea through Merchant Mariner companies.

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^ Hiking Tours on Maui - Maui has more hiking trails per square miles than most National Parks.

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Nibb;ihau	Kauabb;i	Obb;ahu	[[Maui\|]]
Molokabb;i	Lānabb;i	Kahobb;olawe	Hawai'i.jpg Hawaibb;i

A NASA satellite composition of the Hawaiian Islands.

Areas under the control and protection of the National Park Service include:

Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail on the Big Island
Haleakala National Park in Kula
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island
Kalaupapa National Historical Park in Kalaupapa
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in Kailua-Kona
Pubb;uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park in Hōnaunau
Pubb;ukoholā Heiau National Historic Site in Kawaihae
USS Arizona Memorial at Honolulu

Climate

A sunset in Hawaii

.The climate of Hawaii is typical for a tropical area, although temperatures and humidity tend to be a bit less extreme than other tropical locales due to the constant trade winds blowing from the east.^ It's 5 degrees cooler up there and less humid than the coastal areas.

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^ Windward areas tend to be cloudier during he summer, when the trade winds and associated clouds are more prevalent, while leeward areas, which are less affected by cloudy conditions associated with trade wind cloudiness, tend to be cloudier during the winter, when storm fronts pass through more frequently.

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^ Compare this to several other similar hotels in the area starting at more than… .

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.Summer highs are usually in the upper 80s°F, (around 31°C) during the day and mid 70s, (around 24°C) at night.^ On average, there are 276 sunny days per year in Honolulu, HI. The July high is around 80 degrees.

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^ Daily Variations in Rainfall – In the lowlands, throughout the year, rainfall is most likely to occur during the night or morning hours, and is least likely to occur during mid-afternoon.

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.Winter temperatures during the day are usually in the low to mid 80s, (around 28°C) and (at low elevation) seldom dipping below the mid 60s (18 °C) at night.^ Dolphin-watching cruises depart each morning and whale-watching cruises happen several times a day during the winter (December 15 through April 30).

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^ The usual regime is to have upslope winds by day and downslope winds by night.

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^ In the leeward areas, temperatures may reach into the low 90’s several days during the year, but temperatures higher than these are unusual.

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.Snow, although not usually associated with tropics, falls at the higher elevations of Mauna Kea (13,796 feet/ 4,205 meters) and Mauna Loa on the Big Island in some winter months.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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^ A tropical storm will pass sufficiently close to Hawaii every year or two to affect the weather in some part of the Islands.

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^ OK – you do have to import real snow if you must dive into some on a warm island day.

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Snow only rarely falls on Maui’s Haleakalā. .Mount Waibb;alebb;ale

, on the island of Kauabb;i, is notable for rainfall, as it has the second highest average annual rainfall on Earth, about 460 inches (38 ft.^ If the islands of the State of Hawaii did not exist, the average annual rainfall on the same patch of water would be about 25 inches.

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^ Annual rainfall totals vary widely on different areas of the island.

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^ At one extreme, the annual rainfall averages 17 to 20 inches or less in leeward coastal areas, such as the shoreline from Maalaea Bay to Kaupo, and near the summit of Haleakala.

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4 in., or 11.7 m).

.Local climates vary considerably on each island, grossly divisible into windward (Kobb;olau) and leeward (Kona) areas based upon location relative to the higher mountains.^ Nestled between two mountain ranges—the Waianae and Ko'olau—this 27-acre garden is considered the "tropical jewel" of Honolulu's botanical gardens.

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^ The Big Island is generally divided into the Hilo side – the east – and the Kona side – the west.

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^ Island Colony is the tallest hotel in Waikiki with commanding views of the Pacific Ocean and majestic Koolau Mountains and is located 2 blocks to the beach and near the International Marketplace.

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.Windward sides face the Northeast Trades and receive much more rainfall; leeward sides are drier and sunnier, with less rain and less cloud cover.^ And the best beaches which I use most are more private, with less chance of wind and rain, some rocky outcroppings along with a few palm trees hanging over the beach.

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^ Gross weather patterns are often determined by an area's elevation and whether it faces into or away from the Trade winds (prevailing air flow from the northeast quadrant).

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This fact is utilized by the tourist industry, which concentrates resorts on sunny leeward coasts.

Main article: List of Hawaii hurricanes

.Hurricanes are a rare occurrence in Hawaii, although it is probable that all the islands of Hawaii have been hit by a hurricane in the past.^ Roberts Hawaii All over the islands .

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^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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^ Died, from a probable brain hemorrhage , in Honolulu, Island of Oahu, Honolulu County , Hawaii, November 5, 1975 .

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The worst hurricane to hit Hawaii was Hurricane Iniki in 1992, which showed that Hawaii was indeed vulnerable to a direct hit from a hurricane.

City	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Monthly Normal High and Low Temperatures (°F) for Various Hawaii Cities
Hilo	79/64	79/64	79/65	79/66	81/67	82/68	82/69	83/69	83/69	83/68	81/67	80/65
Honolulu	80/66	81/65	82/67	83/68	85/70	87/72	88/74	89/75	89/74	87/73	84/71	82/68
Kahului	80/63	81/63	82/65	82/66	84/67	86/69	87/71	88/71	88/70	87/69	84/68	82/65
Lihue	78/65	78/66	78/67	79/69	81/70	83/73	84/74	85/74	85/74	84/73	81/71	79/68
^[5]

Important towns

.The movement of the Hawaiian royal family from the island of Hawaibb;i to Maui, and subsequently to Obb;ahu, explains why certain population centers exist where they do today.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Some species of animal and plant life are so isolated in their Maui habitat they exist only in their own little valley and nowhere else in the world.

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^ The smallest of the major Hawaiian Islands, and the least populated, Lanai has a mystique that continues to attract visitors.

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.The largest city, Honolulu, was the one chosen by King Kamehameha III as the capital of his kingdom because of the natural harbor there, the present-day Honolulu Harbor.^ King Kamehameha I took up residence (and later made his capital) in Lāhainā after conquering Maui in 1790, during the bloody Battle of Kepaniwai.

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^ She showed a special land ownership marker from the days of King Kamehameha III to mark land boundries.

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^ In those days, there were only two guards on duty at all times, so if one of them took the day off, the rookie cops were sent in to be stand-in guards.

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.Now the state capital, Honolulu is located along the southeast coast of the island of Obb;ahu.^ Various locations Honolulu, HI 96830 United States +1 808 924 2473 http://www.oahunaturetours.com/ .

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^ Located just adjacent to Honolulu International Airport, this service allows visitors to see Honolulu and the island of O'ahu from high above.

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^ Experience the tranquil side of Waikiki at The Lotus at Diamond Head- a peaceful retreat uniquely located along the exclusive Gold Coast.

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The previous capital was Lahaina, Maui. .Some major towns are Hilo, Kona Kānebb;ohe

, Kailua, Pearl City, Waipahu, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kīhei, and Līhubb;e

.^ Three harbors provide some protection from Kona storms Kahului Harbor (used mostly for commercial vessels), Lahaina and Maalea Harbors used primarily for sailing craft.

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^ Aiea Ewa Beach Haleiwa Hauula Honolulu Kahuku Kailua Kaneohe Kapolei Laie M C B H Kaneohe Bay Mililani Pearl City Wahiawa Waialua Waianae Waimanalo Waipahu .

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Notable features

The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands National Monument was proclaimed by President George W. Bush on June 15, 2006, under the 1906 Antiquities Act. .The monument covers roughly 140,000 square miles (360,000 km²) of reefs, atolls and shallow and deep sea (out to 50 miles (80 km) offshore) in the Pacific Ocean, larger than all of America’s National Parks combined.^ Hiking Tours on Maui - Maui has more hiking trails per square miles than most National Parks.

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^ Outrigger Reef has been re-created, a USD110 million dollar top-to-bottom transformation with a new vision of hospitality, and a deep connection to the sea.

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^ An example of this is the call center operated by American Healthways, Inc., out of a 10,000 square foot office in the Kapolei Medical Park.

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History

History of Hawaii

Ancient times
Monarchy
Provisional Government
Republic
Territory
State

Main article: History of Hawaii

The earliest habitation supported by archaeologic evidence dates to the 11th century, probably by Polynesian settlers from the Marquesas, Raiatea and Bora Bora. .However, as with most archaeology worldwide, this date is ever-changing as new evidence is discovered.^ It said they had found a new tomato virus on Maui -- one that is considered the most devastating tomato virus worldwide.

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.The first recorded European contact with the islands was in 1778 by British explorer James Cook.^ On November 26, 1778, Captain James Cook became the first European explorer to see Maui.

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Substantial evidence (Stokes 1932 for example) exists, however, of earlier Spanish, and possibly Irish, visits to Hawaii. .Hawaii is one of four constituent states of the United States that were independent nations prior to their statehood, along with California, Texas, and Vermont.^ The Challenge could be one of the best ocean front courses in Hawaii, played along ocean cliffs 200 ft.

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^ He has appeared and argued motions in Hawaii State Circuit Court and United States District Court.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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.The Kingdom of Hawaii existed from 1810 until 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown.^ They were followed by rulers from another ancient family of chiefs, including Queen Liliuokalani who ruled in 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown.

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It was an independent republic from 1894 until 1898. It was annexed by the United States in 1898, became a territory in 1900, and has been a state since 1959.

Hawaiian antiquity

Main articles: Ancient Hawaii, Hawaiian mythology, and Polynesian mythology

.Anthropologists believe that Polynesians from the Marquesas and possibly the Society Islands first populated the Hawaiian Islands at some time between 300 and 1000 AD. There is a great deal of dispute regarding these dates.^ Myths, Legends and Geography The demi-god Maui is a household name from Tonga to the Society Islands, to the Marquesas to Hawaii.

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^ The smallest of the major Hawaiian Islands, and the least populated, Lanai has a mystique that continues to attract visitors.

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^ Polynesians, from Tahiti and the Marquesas, were the original peoples to populate Maui.

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.Archaeologists and historians also differ as to whether there were one or two waves of colonization.^ In those days, there were only two guards on duty at all times, so if one of them took the day off, the rookie cops were sent in to be stand-in guards.

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^ More often, however, there are one or two such storms a year; sometimes there are four or five.

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^ But not just one site, I have a different backup beach which I use (if the first permitted site is too crowded or rainy or there is no parking).

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It is believed by some authors that there had been an early settlement from the Marquesas and a later wave of immigrants from Tahiti, circa 1300, who were said to have introduced a new line of high chiefs and the practice of human sacrifice. This later immigration is detailed in folk tales about Pabb;ao

. .Other authors, however, have argued that there is no archaeological or linguistic evidence whatsoever for a later influx of Tahitian settlers and that Pabb;ao must be regarded as a myth.^ However, there is nowhere to write your name or any other… .

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.Since there are still many supporters of the Pabb;ao narrative, this topic is still hotly disputed.^ There are so many folks out there with half-baked opinions that you might never get to a supportable answer.

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^ I can't help but notice there are so many people in the community who spend time with older adults who need support, or older adults who give of their time to help others.

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.Leaving aside the question of Pabb;ao and the history of the Royal Hawaiian lineage, historians agree that the history of the islands was marked by a slow but steady growth in population and the size of chiefdoms, which grew to encompass whole islands.^ The island has experienced rapid population growth in recent years (e.g., 4.6% in 2001/2002) with Kīhei one of the most rapidly growing towns in the U.S. (see chart, below).

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.Local chiefs, called alibb;i

, ruled their settlements and fought to extend their sway and defend their communities from predatory rivals.^ Kealakekua Bay was once a major Hawaiian settlement where many ali’i (chiefs) lived.

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This was conducted in a system of alibb;is of various ranks somewhat similar to Feudalism.

European contact

.The 1778 arrival of British explorer Captain James Cook is usually taken to be Hawaii’s first contact with European explorers.^ On November 26, 1778, Captain James Cook became the first European explorer to see Maui.

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^ It’s a definite possibility that vacationers have been attracted to Hawaii since British explorer James Cook first happened upon the Islands in 1778.

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Cook plotted and published the geographical coordinates of the Hawaiian Islands, so that they could be found again. .Cook named his discovery the Sandwich Islands in honor of one of his sponsors, John Montagu, and reported the native name as Owyhee.^ Native Hawaiian tradition gives the origin of the island's name in the legend of Hawaiiloa, the Polynesian navigator attributed with discovery of the Hawaiian Islands.

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.(Cook also gave the Sandwich name to some islands near Argentina, which still retain the name as the British Overseas Territory of the South Sandwich Islands).^ Island Christmas Posts While we have yet to celebrate Christmas and New Years on the Valley Isle, it is still near the top of our list.

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^ From October through April, the heart of the Trade winds moves south of Hawaii; however, the Trade winds still blow across the islands much of the time.

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Some writers have claimed that there were European visitors before Cook, citing Hawaiian legends and references in some Spanish chronicles in support of their argument. While it is possible that there were earlier visitors, this is not accepted as fact by most historians.

.Cook visited the Hawaiian islands twice.^ Kris takes us to the Big Island of Hawaii to visit the Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Garden posted over at Big Island on the Cheap .

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.During his second visit - in 1779 - he attempted to abduct a Hawaiian chief and hold him as ransom for return of a ship’s boat that was stolen by a different minor chief;^[7] the chief’s supporters fought back, and Cook was killed.^ Not to mention the fact that she sent him back to the island with the full knowledge that she would personally shoot and kill him!

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^ Once your ship arrives into the Hawaiian Islands becomes a floating hotel in Europe a different island almost everyday.

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.After Cook’s visit and the publication of several books relating his voyages, the Hawaiian islands received many European visitors: explorers, traders, and eventually whalers who found the islands a convenient harbor and source of fresh food.^ A visit to the islands is the vacation experience of a lifetime.We are expert vacation package planners who have made Hawaii our passion and have been to every Hawaii Hotel listed in our vast inventory.

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^ Established in 1981, this non-profit organization has the sole purpose of spreading the environmental gospel to residents and visitors of the Hawaiian Islands.

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^ The growth is occurring because many people, having visited Maui, decide to move or retire to the island.

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.Early British influence can still be seen from the design of the local Flag of Hawaii which has the British Union Flag in the corner.^ At the end of 2002, Hawaii was still recovering from the initially devastating impact on the local visitor industry of the September 2001 terrorist attacks.

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.Visitors introduced diseases to the formerly isolated islands, and the Hawaiian population plunged precipitously.^ Established in 1981, this non-profit organization has the sole purpose of spreading the environmental gospel to residents and visitors of the Hawaiian Islands.

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^ The smallest of the major Hawaiian Islands, and the least populated, Lanai has a mystique that continues to attract visitors.

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^ No Hawaiian island offers so much to the visitor as Maui, the Valley Isle.

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American missionaries arrived in 1820 and eventually converted the chiefs and the remaining population to Protestant Christianity.

Hawaiian kingdom

Main article: Kingdom of Hawaii

During the 1780s and 1790s the chiefs were constantly fighting for power.^[8] .After a series of battles that ended in 1795 and forced cession of the island of Kauabb;i in 1810, all of the inhabited islands were subjugated under a single ruler who would become known as King Kamehameha the Great.^ King Kamehameha I took up residence (and later made his capital) in Lāhainā after conquering Maui in 1790, during the bloody Battle of Kepaniwai.

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He established the House of Kamehameha, a dynasty that ruled over the kingdom until 1872.

The death of the bachelor King Kamehameha V—who did not name an heir—resulted in the popular election of King Lunalilo over Kalākaua. After Lunalilo’s death, in a hotly contested and allegedly fraudulent election by the legislature in 1874 between Kalākaua and Emma (which led to riots and the landing of U.S. and British troops to keep the peace), governance was passed on to the House of Kalākaua.

.In 1887, the influence of Walter Murray Gibson, a group of primarily American and European businessmen, including kingdom subjects and members of the Hawaiian government forced King Kalākaua to sign the derisively nicknamed "Bayonet Constitution" which stripped the king of administrative authority, eliminated voting rights for Asians and set minimum income and property requirements for American, European and native Hawaiian voters, essentially limiting the electorate to wealthy elite Americans, Europeans and native Hawaiians.^ A Board of Education member called for the ouster of Chairman Garrett Toguchi today, but acknowledges that there may not be enough votes to force him to step down.

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King Kalākaua reigned until his death in 1891. His sister, Lilibb;uokalani

, succeeded him to the throne and ruled until her overthrow in 1893.

[[Kamehameha\|]]	[[Kamehameha II\|]]	[[Kamehameha III\|]]	[[Kamehameha IV\|]]
[[Kamehameha V\|]]	[[Lunalilo\|]]	Kalākaua	Lilibb;uokalani

Overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy

Ship's landing force on duty at the Arlington Hotel, Honolulu, at the time of the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy, January 1893. Lieutenant Lucien Young, USN, commanded the detachment, and is presumably the officer at right.^[9]

Main article: Overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy

.In 1893, Queen Lilibb;uokalani threatened to abrogate the "Bayonet Constitution" and draft a new constitution that would restore power to the monarchy.^ They were followed by rulers from another ancient family of chiefs, including Queen Liliuokalani who ruled in 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown.

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.Supporters of the Reform Party (primarily of American and European ancestry, but including some native Hawaiians) organized in response to this and took over the government of the Kingdom of Hawaibb;i

.^ The Hawai'i chapter of this world-famous environmental organization was formed in response to the environmental threat caused by tourism and urban development throughout the islands.

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^ I am furious with some of the people local organizations sent from Hawai`i to Copenhagen.

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^ But state lawmakers and their staff will be back tackling some of the most challenging issues confronting the state, including the support of social services.

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American troops aboard the USS Boston were landed in Honolulu under strict orders of neutrality, to protect the "lives and property of American citizens, and to assist in preserving public order",^[10] while a 13 member council of businessmen, attorneys and politicians organized the Honolulu Rifles to depose Queen Lilibb;uokalani.

.The monarchy ended in January 1893, and there was much controversy in the following years as the queen tried to regain her throne.^ They were followed by rulers from another ancient family of chiefs, including Queen Liliuokalani who ruled in 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown.

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.After an unsuccessful attempt at armed rebellion in 1895, a weapons cache was found on the palace grounds and Queen Lilibb;uokalani was placed under arrest, tried by a military tribunal of the Republic of Hawaii, convicted of misprision of treason and then imprisoned in her own home.^ One year later, the Republic of Hawaii was founded.

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^ The military’s experience in this ambitious privatization effort may provide helpful guidance in Hawaii’s own investigation of costs and benefits of privatization.

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The Queen officially abdicated in 1896.^[11] In 1993, a joint Apology Resolution regarding the overthrow was passed by Congress and signed by President Clinton.^[12]

Republic of Hawaii

Main article: Republic of Hawaii

bb;Iolani Palace

in Honolulu, formerly the residence of the Hawaiian monarch, was the capitol of the Republic of Hawaii.

The Republic of Hawaii was the formal name of Hawaii from 1894 to 1898 when it was run as a republic. .The republic period occurred between the administration of the Provisional Government of Hawaii which ended on July 4, 1894 and the adoption of the Newlands Resolution in Congress in which the Republic was annexed to the United States and became the Territory of Hawaii on July 7, 1898.^ Hawaii became the 50th U.S. state in 1959.

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^ The island was annexed by the United States in 1898 and made a territory in 1900.

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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U.S. territory

Main article: Territory of Hawaii

When William McKinley won the presidential election in November of 1896, the question of Hawaii’s annexation to the U.S. was again opened. The previous president, Grover Cleveland, was a friend of Queen Lilibb;uokalani. .He had remained opposed to annexation until the end of his term, but McKinley was open to persuasion by U.S. expansionists and by annexationists from Hawaii.^ The closures will remain in effect until Hawaii County's Ocean Safety Division determines conditions to be safe, said Civil Defense Administrator Quince Mento.

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He agreed to meet with a committee of annexationists from Hawaii, Lorrin Thurston, Francis Hatch and William Kinney. .After negotiations, in June of 1897, McKinley agreed to a treaty of annexation with these representatives of the Republic of Hawaii.^ The University of Hawaii and the union representing 3,200 of its faculty members have agreed to resume negotiations on a new labor contract.

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^[13] The president then submitted the treaty to the U.S. Senate for approval.

.Despite some opposition in the islands, the Newlands Resolution was passed by the House June 15, 1898, by a vote of 209 to 91, and by the Senate on July 6, 1898, by a vote of 42 to 21, annexing Hawaii as a U.S. territory.^ The island was annexed by the United States in 1898 and made a territory in 1900.

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^ A tropical storm will pass sufficiently close to Hawaii every year or two to affect the weather in some part of the Islands.

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.Its legality continues to be questioned because it was a United States Government resolution, not a treaty of cession or conquest as is required by international law.^ A new law that takes effect in January will require all new homes to have solar power water heaters (making Hawaii the first in the United States to do so), and plans for “smart meters” to help encourage energy conservation and a push toward biofuels continue to be part of the renewable energy conversation.

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^ I've been asked by the American Bar Association's Section on State and Local Government Law to moderate a continuing legal education teleconference on the McDonald v.

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Both houses of the American Congress carried the measure with two-thirds majorities.

In 1900, Hawaii was granted self-governance and retained Iolani Palace as the territorial capitol building. Though several attempts were made to achieve statehood, Hawaii remained a territory for sixty years. Plantation owners, such as the Big Five, found territorial status convenient, enabling them to continue importing cheap foreign labor; such immigration was prohibited in various states of the U.S.

The power of the plantation owners was finally broken by activist descendants of original immigrant laborers. Because they were born in a U.S. territory, they were legal U.S. citizens. Expecting to gain full voting rights, they actively campaigned for statehood for the Hawaiian Islands.

U.S. statehood

All representative districts voted at least 93% in favor of Admission acts. Ballot (inset) and referendum results for the Admission Act of 1959.

In March 1959, both houses of Congress passed the Admission Act and U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower signed it into law. .(The act excluded Palmyra Atoll, part of the Kingdom and Territory of Hawaii, from the new state.^ A number of companies and hotels will offer pyrotechnics shows around the state on New Year's Eve as part of celebrations.

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^ For Hawaii to counter its growing shortage of workers in the years ahead, the state will need to adopt and implement bold new workforce development policies and practices.

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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) On June 27 of that year, a plebiscite was held asking residents of Hawaii to vote on accepting the statehood bill. Hawaii voted at a ratio of 17 to 1 to accept. There has been criticism, however, of the Statehood plebiscite, because the only choices were to accept the Act or to remain a territory, without addressing the issues of legality surrounding the overthrow^[14]^[15]^[16]. .Despite the criticism, the United Nations decolonization committee later removed Hawaii from the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories.^ HILO -- A Hawaii County Council committee has voted against a resolution seeking to decriminalize marijuana despite a councilman's threat to resign if his measure failed.

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.After statehood, Hawaii quickly became a modern state with a construction boom and rapidly growing economy.^ Hawaii became the 50th U.S. state in 1959.

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The Hawaii Republican Party, which was strongly supported by the plantation owners, was voted out of office. .In its place, the Democratic Party of Hawaii dominated state politics for forty years.^ The left wing of the Democratic Party generally broke for the Hawaii-born Obama when the presidential primary campaign narrowed to Obama and then-U.S. Sen.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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In recent decades, the state government has implemented programs to promote Hawaiian culture. .The Hawaii State Constitutional Convention of 1978 incorporated as state constitutional law specific programs such as the creation of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to promote the indigenous Hawaiian language and culture.^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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^ A year-old school strives to keep the Samoan language and culture alive for youngsters born in Hawaii Honolulu Advertiser: Editorial Blog .

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^ Plaintiffs sued, claiming that the city violated the state historic preservation law (specifically, HRS § 6E-42(a)) and that such violation rendered Wal-Mart’s grubbing, grading and other permits null and void.

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Demographics

.As of 2005, Hawaii has an estimated population of 1,275,194, which is an increase of 13,070, or 1.0%, from the prior year and an increase of 63,657, or 5.3%, since the year 2000. This includes a natural increase since the last census of 48,111 people (that is 96,028 births minus 47,917 deaths) and an increase due to net migration of 16,956 people into the state.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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.Immigration from outside the United States resulted in a net increase of 30,068 people, and migration within the country produced a net loss of 13,112 people.^ We usually give about 30 minutes for people to play the game, but that results in most people having only half the answers.

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.The center of population of Hawaii is located directly between the two islands of Obb;ahu and Molokabb;i^[17].^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ The island of Maui is known as the " Valley Isle " because of the huge valley between its two volcanoes.

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^ Maui is a leading whale-watching center in the Hawaiian Islands due to Humpback whales wintering in the sheltered Auau Channel between the islands of Maui county.

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Hawaii has a de facto population of over 1.3 million due to military presence and tourists. .Obb;ahu

, which is aptly nicknamed "The Gathering Place", is the most populous island (and the one with the highest population density), with a resident population of just under one million in 597 square miles (1,546 km²), about 1,650 people per square mile (for comparison, New Jersey, which has 8,717,925 people in 7,417 square miles (19,210 km²) is the most-densely populated state with 1,134 people per square mile.^ I am just about 'WHOA'd' out after this one.

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^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ One of the “hazards” of writing about Hawaii travel is that so often I stop to daydream about doing the very things I’ve just written.

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^[18]) .Hawaii’s 1,275,194 people, spread over 6,423 square miles (including many unpopulated islands) results in an average population density of 188.6 persons per square mile,^[19] which makes Hawaii less densely populated than states like Ohio and Illinois.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Hiking Tours on Maui - Maui has more hiking trails per square miles than most National Parks.

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^ If the islands of the State of Hawaii did not exist, the average annual rainfall on the same patch of water would be about 25 inches.

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^[20]

Hawaii may be an especially healthy place to live. .The average projected lifespan of those born in Hawaii in the year 2000 is 79.8 years (77.1 years if male, 82.5 if female), longer than the residents of any other state.^ Hawaii's other resident president .

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^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Air temperatures are more uniform (and mild) than those of other regions.

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^[21]

.U.S. military personnel makes up approximately 1.3% of the total population in the islands.^ Visit Molokai from Maui - Of the three islands that make up Maui County, Molokai stands out as having the closest link to old Hawaii.

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^ She's gearing up to do mid-scale vermicomposting using cafeteria waste, making this the first school on the island to… .

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Ethnicities

Further information: Europeans in Oceania

.Ethnically, Hawaii is one of only four states in which non-Hispanic whites do not form a majority, and has the largest percentage of Asian Americans.^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ Lung cancer is the number one killer of adults in Hawaii, and the Aloha State is ranked second in the nation for youth asthma.

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.Hawaii was the second majority-minority state in the United States.^ The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1883.5 km²) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.

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^ Hawaii is the second happiest U.S. state, according to a study published yesterday in the journal Science.

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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.Both Hawaii and New Mexico have been majority-minority regions since the early 20th century, but New Mexico became a state before Hawaii.^ Hawaii became the 50th U.S. state in 1959.

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^ The clip begins by saying, “The News Magazine visits Hawaii, the U.S. territory at the crossroads of the Pacific, which may become the 49th State.” Though the history is a bit polarized, it’s still very interesting to see and hear this perspective of Hawaii just seven years before the territory became the 50th State.

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^ Hawaii survived its ninth consecutive New Year's Eve without deaths or major injuries from personal fireworks, but the reverberations continue.

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Hawaii also has the largest percentage of persons of mixed race, who constitute some 20% of the total population.^[22] {{US DemogTable|Hawaii|03-15.csv|= | 40.32| 2.83| 2.07| 58.19| 23.39|= | 4.69| 0.33| 0.56| 3.32| 2.48|= | 41.26| 3.33| 2.03| 57.53| 22.10|= | 5.51| 0.39| 0.51| 3.32| 2.36|= | 7.70| 23.70| 3.25| 4.07| -0.56|= | 5.59| 23.93| 6.38| 4.01| -0.64|= | 23.78| 21.96| -5.09| 5.07| 0.04}}

Ancestry Group

The largest ancestry groups in Hawaii are:

**Population Of Hawaii**
Ancestry	Percentage	Main article:
Template:Country data Japan Japanese	(16.7%) of Total	See Japanese American
Template:Country data Hawaii Polynesian	(16%)	See Native Hawaiians
Template:Country data Philippines Filipino	(14.1%)	See Filipino American
Template:Country data Germany German	(5.8%)	See German American
Template:Country data China Chinese	(4.7%)	See Chinese American
Template:Country data Ireland Irish	(4.4%)	See Irish American
Template:Country data England English	(4.3%)	See English American
Template:Country data Portugal Portuguese	(4.0%)	See Portuguese American
Template:Country data South Korea Korean	(1.9%)	See Korean American
African	(1.8%)	See African American
Template:Country data Italy Italian	(1.8%)	See Italian American
French	(1.5%)	See French American
American	(1.4%)	See British American
Template:Country data Scotland Scottish	(1.1%)	See Scottish American

Hawaii Ancestry</br>

Hawaii Population Density Map

The third group of foreigners to arrive upon Hawaii’s shores, after the Polynesians and Europeans, were the Chinese. .Chinese employees serving on Western trading ships disembarked and settled starting in 1789. In 1820 the first American missionaries arrived in Hawaii to preach Christianity and teach the Hawaiians what the missionaries considered "civilized" ways.^ Considering that we are a business that caters to the Hawaiian image of..Hawaii, it would only seem appropriate to have an authentic Hawaiian Blessing ceremony.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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.A large proportion of Hawaii’s population has become a people of Asian ancestry (especially Chinese, Japanese and Filipino) many of whom are descendants from those waves of early foreign immigrants brought to the islands in the nineteenth century, beginning in the 1850s, to work on the sugar plantations.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ From Kevin Kawamoto: For those interested in following legislation and policy-making relating to Hawaii's older adult population, remember that the 2010 legislative session begins on Wed., Jan.

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^ Read more about Hawaii’s Waipahu Sugar Mill and Dole Plantation.

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.The first 153 Japanese immigrants arrived in Hawaii on June 19, 1868. They were not "legally" approved by the Japanese government established after the Meiji Restoration because the contract was between a broker and the Tokugawa shogunate, by then terminated.^ Imagine that you are a first generation Japanese plantation worker in Hawaii, and the year is 1885.

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The first Japanese government-approved immigrants arrived in Hawaii on February 9, 1885 after Kalākaua's petition to Emperor Meiji when Kalakaua visited Japan in 1881.

.Almost 13,000 Portuguese had come to Hawaii by 1899. They worked on the sugar plantations, as many had done previously.^ Read more about Hawaii’s Waipahu Sugar Mill and Dole Plantation.

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By October 17, 1901, 5,000 Puerto Ricans had made their new homes on the four islands. .Currently, there are over 30,000 Puerto Ricans or Hawaiian-Puerto Ricans and almost 50,000 Hawaiian-Portuguese living in Hawaii.^ As I get ready to head out on my well deserved and much needed vacation, it got me thinking about how Hawaiian people live on their own time - "Hawaii Time".

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Religion

Religion/Adherents (Percent of Population)
Christian/351,000 (28.9%)
Buddhist/110,000 (9%)
Jewish/10,000 (0.8%)
Other*/750,000 (61.1%)

Other includes: agnostic or atheist, unaffiliated, Bahá'í, Confucian, Daoist, Druid, Hawaiian, Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Shinto, Scientologist, Unitarian, Wiccan, Zoroastrian, etc.

Sources

Languages

Main article: Hawaiian language

.The State of Hawaii has two official languages recognized in its constitution adopted at the 1978 constitutional convention: English and Hawaiian.^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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^ It’s Monday, the official end of a long weekend that followed a previous long weekend, and for some state workers, the culmination of a two-week furlough.

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Hawaii Creole English (locally referred to as 'Pidgin') is the native dialect of many born-and-raised residents and is a second dialect for many other residents. After English, the second- and third-most spoken individual languages are Ilokano (most are bilingual in Wikang Filipino) and Japanese, respectively. Significant European immigrants and descendants also speak their native languages; the most numerous are Spanish, German, Portuguese and French.

.As of the 2000 U.S. Census, 73.44% of Hawaii residents age 5 and older speak only English at home.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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Tagalog speakers make up 5.37% (which includes non-native speakers of Wikang Filipino, the national co-official Tagalog-based language), followed by Japanese at 4.96%, Ilokano at 4.05%, Chinese at 1.92%, Hawaiian at 1.68%, Spanish at 1.66%, Korean at 1.61%, and Samoan at 1.01%^[23].

Origin of Hawaiian

Hawaiian is a member of the Polynesian branch of the Austronesian family. It began to develop around 1000 A.D., when foreign Marquesans or Tahitians of that era colonized Hawaii. .Those originally foreign Polynesians remained in the islands, thereby becoming the Hawaiian people.^ Polynesians, from Tahiti and the Marquesas, were the original peoples to populate Maui.

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^ Once your ship arrives into the Hawaiian Islands becomes a floating hotel in Europe a different island almost everyday.

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^ Native Hawaiian tradition gives the origin of the island's name in the legend of Hawaiiloa, the Polynesian navigator attributed with discovery of the Hawaiian Islands.

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Consequently, their originally foreign language developed into the Hawaiian language.

.Before the arrival of Captain James Cook, the Hawaiian language was never written.^ On November 26, 1778, Captain James Cook became the first European explorer to see Maui.

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.The written form of Hawaiian was developed mainly by American Protestant missionaries during 1820–1826. They assigned letters from the Latin alphabet that corresponded to the Hawaiian sounds.^ The missionaries taught reading and writing, created the 12-letter Hawaiian alphabet, started a printing press in Lāhainā, and began writing the islands' history, which until then existed only as oral accounts.

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^ Occasionally experience intense local afternoon showers from well-developed clouds that formed due to local heating of the land during the day.

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Revival of Hawaiian

As a result of the constitutional provision, interest in the Hawaiian language was revived in the late 20th century. Public and independent schools throughout the state began teaching Hawaiian language standards as part of the regular curricula, beginning with preschool. .With the help of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, also created by the 1978 constitutional convention, specially designated Hawaiian language immersion schools were established where students would be taught in all subjects using Hawaiian.^ Little Fire Ants establish colonies usually in potted plants, trees and lawns, but will also enter all kinds of buildings - including homes, schools and businesses.

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^ Office of Hawaiian Affairs Airs Akaka Bill Promotion Tonight on KITV Television .

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.Also, the University of Hawaii System developed the only Hawaiian language graduate studies program in the world.^ The second class to complete the Outrigger ‘s new Management Fundamentals training program graduated after a lot of hard work and intense studying.

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^ Considering that we are a business that caters to the Hawaiian image of..Hawaii, it would only seem appropriate to have an authentic Hawaiian Blessing ceremony.

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^ Hawaii is the only place where you can attend truly authentic Hawaiian luaus.

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Municipal codes were altered in favor of Hawaiian place and street names for new civic developments.

Note on Hawaiian language and bb;okina usage

Hawaiian distinguishes between long and short vowels. .In modern written Hawaiian and when writing words and names of Hawaiian origin in English, vowel length can be indicated with a macron (kahakō).^ Native Hawaiian tradition gives the origin of the island's name in the legend of Hawaiiloa, the Polynesian navigator attributed with discovery of the Hawaiian Islands.

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Also, Hawaiian has the glottal stop as a consonant. In writing, it can be indicated with the apostrophe, or with the opening single quote (bb;okina

In Hawaiian-language newspapers published from 1834–1948, the spelling Hawaii was used. However, in texts written mainly for Hawaiian-language pedagogy, especially since 1950, the modern Hawaiian-language spelling used is Hawaibb;i, with an bb;okina written between the final two vowels. .Although bb;okinas and kahakōs were not used and not needed by native speakers of Hawaiian for over 100 years, their use is appropriate in modern written Hawaiian, and increasingly considered appropriate and educated in modern written English in Hawaii as well.^ Considering that we are a business that caters to the Hawaiian image of..Hawaii, it would only seem appropriate to have an authentic Hawaiian Blessing ceremony.

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^ As I get ready to head out on my well deserved and much needed vacation, it got me thinking about how Hawaiian people live on their own time - "Hawaii Time".

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"Pidgin"

.Many residents speak Hawaii Creole English (HCE), often called "pidgin". The lexicon of HCE derives mainly from English but also has words from Hawaiian, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino and Portuguese.^ Now there's a whole store that looks like that, only more so, and it's in what is many of Hawaii residents' second home: Las Vegas.

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.During the 19th century, there was a great increase in immigration from foreign countries (mainly China, Japan, Portugal—especially from the Azores archipelago—and Spain), and a pidgin English developed which by the early 20th century became a creole English, as pidgin speakers had children who acquired the pidgin as their own native language.^ There is a great deal of discussion about the meaning of—and the way to achieve—smart development.

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HCE speakers can use some Hawaiian words without those words being considered archaic. .Most place names are retained from Hawaiian, as are some names for plants or animals.^ Some species of animal and plant life are so isolated in their Maui habitat they exist only in their own little valley and nowhere else in the world.

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.For example, tuna fish are often called "bb;ahi". HCE speakers have modified the meanings of certain English words.^ Poke is most often made of ahi (tuna) with various seasonings, although tako (octopus) is also popular.

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For example, the terms "auntie" and "uncle" can be used to refer to any adult who is a friend, or a friend to the family. It is also used as a sign of respect for elders. .Throughout the surfing boom in Hawaii, HCE has influenced surfer slang.^ (Hawaii time) to discuss her film, surfing career, recent surfing at Jaws on Maui, and her film Soul Surfer which is now in pre production at the Turtle Bay Resort [...

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Certain words can be dropped if their meaning is implicit. .For example, instead of saying "It is hot today, isn't it?", an HCE speaker is likely to say simply "stay hot, eh?"^ Coming Wednesday: State House Speaker Calvin Say on live video-streamed Hot Seat .

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^ Get your questions ready: Joining us for our monthly live video-streamed version of the Hot Seat will be House Speaker Calvin Say.

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Debates

.A somewhat divisive political issue that has arisen since The Constitution of the State of Hawaii added Hawaiian as a second official state language is the exact spelling of the state’s name in English.^ The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1883.5 km²) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.

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^ Lung cancer is the number one killer of adults in Hawaii, and the Aloha State is ranked second in the nation for youth asthma.

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^ Hawaii is the second happiest U.S. state, according to a study published yesterday in the journal Science.

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.As prescribed in the Admission of Hawaii Act that granted Hawaiian statehood, the federal government recognizes Hawaii to be the official state name.^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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Official government publications, as well as department and office titles, use the traditional Hawaiian spelling, that is, with no symbols for glottal stops or vowel length. In contrast, some private entities, including a local newspaper, are using such symbols.

.The title of the state constitution is "The Constitution of the State of Hawaii". In Article XV therein, Section 1 uses "The State of Hawaii", Section 2 "the island of Oahu", Section 3 "The Hawaiian flag", and Section 5 specifies the state motto as "Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono". Note that no bb;okinas nor kahakōs are used in all those cases.^ Hawaii Cruises for 2010 - cruising the Hawaiian Islands .

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^ This is a serious public safety issue that affects the health and well-being of many of the state's citizens, especially on the island of Oahu.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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The nuances in the Hawaiian language debate are often not obvious or well-appreciated among English speakers outside Hawaii. The issue has often been a source of friction in situations where correct naming conventions are mandated, as people frequently disagree over which spelling is correct or incorrect, and where it is correctly or incorrectly applied.

See also: Hawaiian language#Orthography (writing system)

Education

Main article: Hawaii Department of Education

Hawaii is currently the only state in the union with a unified school system statewide. .Policy decisions are made by the fourteen-member state Board of Education, with thirteen members elected for four-year terms and one non-voting student member.^ Board members are about to vote.

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^ More often, however, there are one or two such storms a year; sometimes there are four or five.

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^ A Board of Education member called for the ouster of Chairman Garrett Toguchi today, but acknowledges that there may not be enough votes to force him to step down.

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.The Board of Education sets statewide educational policy and hires the state superintendent of schools, who oversees the operations of the state Department of Education.^ The Lingle administration again rejected a $35 million proposal by the teachers union and state Board of Education to increase instruction time at public schools by seven days ending in June.

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^ From education to social services to public health and safety, state lawmakers will be forced to set clear priorities this session as the demand for shrinking revenue continues.

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^ The first big story of 2010 was huge — Pat Hamamoto's sudden retirement as Department of Education superintendent, effective immediately.

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.The Department of Education is also divided into seven districts, four on Obb;ahu and one for each of the other counties.^ Several of the volcanoes were close enough to each other that lava flows on their flanks overlapped one another, causing several volcanoes to merge into a single island.

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The structure of the state Department of Education has been a subject of discussion and controversy in recent years. .The main rationale for the current centralized model is equity in school funding and distribution of resources: leveling out inequalities that would exist between highly populated Obb;ahu and the more rural Neighbor Islands, and between lower-income and more affluent areas of the state.^ If the islands of the State of Hawaii did not exist, the average annual rainfall on the same patch of water would be about 25 inches.

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^ BUT....WE COULD APPLYING FOR MANY MORE GRANTS....EACH MONTH WE LET MANY SLIDE BY THAT WOULD BE BENEFICIAL HERE ON THE BIG ISLAND P.....TIME TO THINK “BIG”: read more .

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This system of school funding differs from many localities in the United States where schools are funded from local property taxes.

Policy initiatives have been made in recent years toward decentralization. .Current Republican Governor Linda Lingle is a proponent of replacing the current statewide board with seven elected district boards.^ HONOLULU – Governor Linda Lingle today nominated Lawrence M. Reifurth to serve as a judge on the Hawai‘i Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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^ I was not aware that the revisions to the bill being discussed between Senator Akaka’s office and President Obama’s administration were not shared with Governor Linda Lingle.

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The Democratic-controlled state legislature opposed her proposal, instead favoring expansion of decision-making power to the schools and giving schools more discretion over budgeting. Political debate on structural reform is likely to continue for the foreseeable future.

Schools and academies

.As stated above, the Hawaii State Department of Education operates all of the public schools in the State of Hawaii.^ The Lingle administration again rejected a $35 million proposal by the teachers union and state Board of Education to increase instruction time at public schools by seven days ending in June.

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^ From education to social services to public health and safety, state lawmakers will be forced to set clear priorities this session as the demand for shrinking revenue continues.

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^ Linda Lingle is nominating the head of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to be a judge on the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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.Hawaii has the distinction of educating more students in independent institutions of secondary education than any other state in the United States.^ Compare this to several other similar hotels in the area starting at more than… .

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^ Maui Tours and Maui Activities - The island of Maui has more categories of activities than any other Hawaiian island.

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^ State House leaders have suggested ending the 60-day session a week early, compressing the calendar in the hopes lawmakers will focus more on the state budget than on other bills.

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.It also has four of the largest independent schools: Iolani School, Kamehameha Schools, Mid-Pacific Institute, and Punahou School, Saint Louis High School, and Maryknoll School.^ My high school, Iolani, is hosting a few alumni events over the holidays.

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.The second Buddhist high school in the United States, and first Buddhist high school in Hawaii, Pacific Buddhist Academy, was founded in 2003. (The first Buddhist high school in the United States was Developing Virtue Secondary School founded in 1981 in Ukiah, California.^ Six leaders - including two former mayors, executives at private development companies and a Kamehameha Schools trustee - discuss development in Hawaii .

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^ The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1883.5 km²) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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.Both independent and charter schools can select their students, while the regular public schools must take all students in their district.^ He wanted to change the mindset of the students - both players and regular student body.

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^ As the holidays approach, there may be a gift looming for Hawaii’s public school students.

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For a comprehensive list of independent schools, see the list of independent schools in Hawaii. .For a comprehensive list of public schools, see the list of public schools in Hawaii.^ As the holidays approach, there may be a gift looming for Hawaii’s public school students.

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Colleges and universities

.Graduates of institutions of secondary learning in Hawaii often either enter directly into the work force or attend colleges and universities.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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.While many choose to attend colleges and universities on the mainland or elsewhere, most choose to attend one of many institutions of higher learning in Hawaii.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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^ One of the most distinctive features of Hawaii’s climate is the small annual variation in air temperature range.

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^ Discover why Hawaii is one of America`s most popular travel destinations today!

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.The largest of these institutions is the University of Hawaii System.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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It consists of: (1) the flagship research university at Mānoa; (2) two comprehensive campuses Hilo and West Oahu; and (7) seven Community Colleges. .Students choosing private education attend Brigham Young University Hawaii, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University, or University of the Nations.^ MRpb-3q5pzM Football University (FBU), the nation’s foremost football training experience, will be coming to Hawaii January 22-24!

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The Saint Stephen Diocesan Center is a seminary of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Honolulu. .For a comprehensive list of colleges and universities, see the list of colleges and universities in Hawaii.^ A 3rd Circuit judge has ruled in favor of the University of Hawaii in dismissing a challenge to the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan.

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Problems

.Public schools in Hawaii have to deal with large populations of children of non-native English-speaking immigrants and a culture that is different in many ways from the mainland U.S., whence most of the course materials come, and where most of the standards for schools are set.^ A year-old school strives to keep the Samoan language and culture alive for youngsters born in Hawaii Honolulu Advertiser: Editorial Blog .

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^ As the holidays approach, there may be a gift looming for Hawaii’s public school students.

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^ Murphy along with his staff and an army of public school AD's started early this morning setting up the tents and getting food ready.

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.The public elementary, middle, and high school scores in Hawaii tend to be below average on national tests as mandated under the No Child Left Behind Act.^ As the holidays approach, there may be a gift looming for Hawaii’s public school students.

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.Some of this can be attributed to the Hawaii State Board of Education requiring all eligible students to take these tests and reporting all student test scores unlike, for example, Texas and Michigan.^ These Maui hiking tours provide some of the most rewarding experiences of all the Maui activities.

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^ Hawaii time is slowing down, taking a breath, and doing things at your own pace, all in good time.

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.Results reported in August 2005 indicate that two-thirds of Hawaii’s schools failed to reach federal minimum performance standards in math and reading (of 282 schools across the state, 185 failed ^[24]).^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ Six leaders - including two former mayors, executives at private development companies and a Kamehameha Schools trustee - discuss development in Hawaii .

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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.On the other hand, results of the ACT college placement tests show that Hawaii class of 2005 seniors scored slightly above the national average (21.9 compared with 20.9) (Honolulu Advertiser, Aug.^ In their 1995 book "First and Almost Firsts in Hawaii," former state statistician Robert Schmitt and ex-Honolulu Advertiser writer Ronn Ronck Carter and his wife… .

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^ Also according to a Honolulu Advertiser article, former Hawaii teammate and friend Ryan Grice-Mullins will be joining him next season.

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^ A year-old school strives to keep the Samoan language and culture alive for youngsters born in Hawaii Honolulu Advertiser: Editorial Blog .

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17, 2005, p. B1). .It should be noted that fewer students take the ACT examination than take the more widely accepted SAT examination.^ Then a voice says to me, 'This is going to take more than one night.'

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On the SAT, Hawaii’s college bound seniors tend to score below the national average in all categories except math.

Economy

See also: Hawaii locations by per capita income

The history of Hawaii can be traced through a succession of dominating industries: sandalwood, whaling, sugarcane, pineapple, military, tourism, and education. .Since statehood was achieved in 1959, tourism has been the largest industry in Hawaii, contributing 24.3% of the Gross State Product (GSP) in 1997. New efforts are underway to diversify the economy.^ Review of the top stories of the year affecting Hawaii Tourism industry .

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^ Maui is part of the State of Hawaii and is the largest island in Maui County.

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^ That’s more good news for Hawaii’s production community and [...

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The total gross output for the state in 2003 was US$47 billion; per capita income for Hawaii residents was US$30,441.

Industrial exports from Hawaii include food processing and apparel. .These industries play a small role in the Hawaii economy, however, due to the considerable shipping distance to the ports and population of the West Coast of the United States.^ Due to the state of the economy, there won't be the usual opening day festivities with lots of food and entertainment, a longtime tradition in state government.

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^ Bank of Hawaii is the top-performing bank in the United States, according to Forbes magazine.

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^ These are usually found just off the coast of West Maui at Lahaina and Kaanapali.

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Food exports include coffee, macadamia nuts, pineapple, livestock, and cane sugar. .Agricultural sales for 2002, according to the Hawaii Agricultural Statistics Service, were US$370.9 million from diversified agriculture, US$100.6 million from pineapple, and US$64.3 million from sugarcane.^ Homes sales on the Big Island and Kauai were up in December, following a similar trend on Oahu, according to data released yesterday by Hawaii Information Service.

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.Hawaii is known for its relatively high per capita state tax burden.^ Maui is well known to have some of the very best luaus in the State of Hawaii.

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^ The State Of Hawaii Needs To Start Living Within Its Means Instead Of Imposing Additional Taxes .

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.In the years 2002 and 2003, Hawaii residents had the highest state tax per capita at US$2,757 and US$2,838, respectively.^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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^ State lawmakers facing a $1.2 billion budget shortfall over the next two years received some good news from Hawaii's top economists on Tuesday.

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.This rate can be explained partly by the fact that services such as education, health care and social services are all rendered at the state level, as opposed to the municipal level in all other states.^ "I've been treated to the best health care the world has to offer and that is right here in the United States of America," he said.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ From education to social services to public health and safety, state lawmakers will be forced to set clear priorities this session as the demand for shrinking revenue continues.

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.Millions of tourists contribute to the collection figure by paying the general excise tax and hotel room tax; thus not all the taxes collected come directly from residents.^ This would be on top of the current 4.17% general excise tax imposed by the state.

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Business leaders, however, have often considered the state's tax burden as being too high, contributing to both higher prices and the perception of an unfriendly business climate.^[25] .See the list of businesses in Hawaii for more information on commerce in the state.^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it’s a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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^ Hiking in Hawaii is a great way to see even more of the beautiful scenery.

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^ Cruising to the Hawaiian Islands is as adventure and it's a great opportunity to see more of Hawaii in a short period of time.

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.Until recently, Hawaii was the only state in the U.S. that attempted to control gasoline prices through a Gas Cap Law.^ Hawaii gas prices edge upward .

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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.The law was enacted during a period when oil profits in Hawaii in relation to the mainland U.S. were under scrutiny, and sought to tie local gasoline prices to those of the mainland.^ True hurricanes are very rare in Hawaii, indicated by the fact that only four have affected the islands during a 63-year period.

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^ This brings the heart of the trade winds across Hawaii during the period of May through September, when the Trade winds are prevalent 80 to 95 percent of the time.

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The law took effect in September 2005 amid price fluctuations caused by Hurricane Katrina. The Hawaii state legislature suspended the law in April 2006.

Law and government

It has been suggested that this article or section be merged into Government of Hawaii. (Discuss)

See also: United States presidential election, 2004, in Hawaii

**Presidential elections results**
Year	Republican	Democratic
2004	45.26% 194,191	54.01% 231,708
2000	37.46% 137,845	55.79% 205,286
1996	31.64% 113,943	56.93% 205,012
1992	36.70% 136,822	48.09% 179,310
1988	44.75% 158,625	54.27% 192,364
1984	55.10% 185,050	43.82% 147,154
1980	42.90% 130,112	44.80% 135,879
1976	48.06% 140,003	50.59% 147,375
1972	62.48% 168,865	37.52% 101,409
1968	38.70% 91,425	59.83% 141,324
1964	21.24% 44,022	78.76% 163,249
1960	49.97% 92,295	50.03% 92,410

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^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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^ This Hawaii state park brochure provides a great overview of the history and significance of Kealakekua Bay.

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As codified in the Constitution of Hawaii, there are three branches of government: executive, legislative and judicial.

The executive branch is led by the Governor of Hawaii and assisted by the Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii, both elected on the same ticket. .The governor, in residence at the grounds of Washington Place, is the only public official elected for the state government in a statewide race; all other administrators and judges are appointed by the governor.^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ They are encouraging the public to email questions, but time only allows for so many questions to be answered on air, so luckily, we have all the time in the world on this blog!

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^ San Francisco animal control officials say Chihuahuas are in abundance at California animal shelters, but they're in demand in other states like New York.

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The lieutenant governor is concurrently the Secretary of State of Hawaii. Both the governor and lieutenant governor administer their duties from the Hawaii State Capitol. The governor and lieutenant governor oversee the major agencies and departments of the executive of which there are twenty.

.The legislative branch consists of the Hawaii State Legislature—the twenty-five members of the Hawaii State Senate led by the President of the Senate and the fifty-one members of the Hawaii State House of Representatives led by the Speaker of the House.^ Coming Wednesday: State House Speaker Calvin Say on live video-streamed Hot Seat .

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ The state is right to be proud of the first Hawaii-raised president and first African-American to occuply the Whitehouse in the nation's 233 year history.

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They also govern from the Hawaii State Capitol. .The judicial branch is led by the highest state court, the Hawaii State Supreme Court, which uses Alibb;iōlani Hale

as its chambers.^ California courts got serious about property and takings issues, courts nationwide got serious about the public use issue in eminent domain, and the U.S. Supreme Court finally delved into the issue of "judicial takings."Hot topics in Hawaii: the U.S. Supreme Court dropped… .

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^ The Hawaii Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in the case of Unite Here!

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^ Linda Lingle is nominating the head of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to be a judge on the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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.Lower courts are organized as the Hawaii State Judiciary.^ Linda Lingle is nominating the head of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to be a judge on the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals.

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The state is represented in the Congress of the United States by a delegation of four members. .They are the senior and junior United States Senators, the representative of the First Congressional District of Hawaii and the representative of the Second Congressional District of Hawaii.^ The second is that this appointment probably will be confirmed without much of the drama so often seen in the state Senate.

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^ The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1883.5 km²) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.

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^ Hawaii is the second happiest U.S. state, according to a study published yesterday in the journal Science.

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.Many Hawaii residents have been appointed to administer other agencies and departments of the federal government by the President of the United States.^ Hawaii's other resident president .

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^ As of 2000, Maui has a resident population of 117,644, which is ranked third within the state behind the islands of Oahu and Hawaii.

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^ The other big news is that President Obama may choose to give his State of the Union speech on Feb.

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.All federal officers of Hawaii administer their duties locally from the Prince Kūhiō Federal Building near the Aloha Tower and Honolulu Harbor.^ Warning signs are posted at Maili Beach Park after a Honolulu police officer told lifeguards he had spotted a 10-foot shark in near-shore waters.

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.Hawaii is primarily dominated by the Democratic Party and has supported Democrats in 10 of the 12 presidential elections in which it has participated.^ The left wing of the Democratic Party generally broke for the Hawaii-born Obama when the presidential primary campaign narrowed to Obama and then-U.S. Sen.

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In 2004, John Kerry won the state’s 4 electoral votes by a margin of 9 percentage points with 54% of the vote. Every county in the state supported the Democratic candidate.

.The Prince Kūhiō Federal Building also houses agencies of the federal government such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Internal Revenue Service and the United States Secret Service.^ Mesa owns or leases 178 aircraft, which are used to provide regional air services for partners such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines Inc.

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^ From education to social services to public health and safety, state lawmakers will be forced to set clear priorities this session as the demand for shrinking revenue continues.

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^ He has more than 35 years of government service including 21 years with the County and 14 years with the State of Hawai‘i.

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.The building is the site of the federal courts and the offices of the United States Attorney for the District of Hawaii, principal law enforcement officer of the United States Department of Justice in the United States District Court for the District of Hawaii.^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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^ Later that day, Torres was found by federal law enforcement officers in his car on the base.

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^ Les Ihara, Jr., D-9th (Kapahulu, Kaimukï, Pälolo), obtained a November letter from the state Attorney General’s office that concluded the retroactive date would not make the bill invalid if it became law.

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[[Linda Lingle\|]] Governor (Republican)	[[James R. Aiona, Jr.\|]] Lieutenant Governor (Republican)	[[Daniel Inouye\|]] U.S. Senator (Democrat)	[[Daniel Akaka\|]] U.S. Senator (Democrat)
[[Neil Abercrombie\|]] U.S. Representative (Democrat)	[[Mazie Hirono\|]] U.S. Representative (Democrat)	Harry Kim Mayor of Hawaii (Nonpartisan)	[[Mufi Hannemann\|]] Mayor of Honolulu (Nonpartisan)
[[Bryan J. Baptiste\|]] Mayor of Kauai (Nonpartisan)	[[Charmaine Tavares\|]] Mayor of Maui (Nonpartisan)

Unique to Hawaii is the way it has organized its municipal governments. .There are no incorporated cities in Hawaii except the City & County of Honolulu.^ City and County of Honolulu, et al.

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^ Cheap flights from every Canadian city to Honolulu, Hawaii.

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^ There's no doubt that Vegas is ever changing and even more so now with the new hugemangeous City Center up.

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All other municipal governments are administered at the county level. The county executives are the Mayor of Hawaibb;i

, Mayor of Honolulu, Mayor of Kauabb;i

and Mayor of Maui. All mayors in the state are elected in nonpartisan races.

.The officers of the federal and state governments have been historically elected from the Democratic Party of Hawaii and the Hawaii Republican Party.^ Humpbacks are an endangered species protected by U.S. federal and Hawaii state law.

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Municipal charters in the state have declared all mayors to be elected in nonpartisan races.

Transportation

By road

Hawaii has 4 federal highways: H-1, H-2, H-3, and H-201, all located on Obb;ahu and all part of the Interstate Highway System. With the exception of H-201, which begins and ends on H-1, all the highways have at least one end point at or near a current or former military installation. .A system of state highways encircles the other main islands as well as Obb;ahu.^ This is a serious public safety issue that affects the health and well-being of many of the state's citizens, especially on the island of Oahu.

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Travel can be slow due to narrow winding roads on the coastlines. Travel can be significantly congested during morning and evening commute times in and out of Honolulu, particularly on the leeward side. Be aware that H1 was constructed after Honolulu was well established, and on/off ramps are diverted throughout the city. A good road map is well advised.

By air

.Aviation is an important part of Hawaii’s transportation network, as most interisland travel takes place using commercial airlines.^ Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii Hawaii Vacation Q and A .

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^ Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii .

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^ Episode #355 Why using a travel agent is important for Hawaii .

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Hawaiian Airlines, Aloha Airlines, and go! use jets to travel between the larger commercial airports in Honolulu, Līhubb;e, Kahului, Kona, and Hilo, while Island Air and Pacific Wings serve smaller airports. .These airlines also provide air freight service between the islands.^ Mesa owns or leases 178 aircraft, which are used to provide regional air services for partners such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines Inc.

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^ With the cruise you don’t have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that’s associated with air travel between the islets.

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^ With the cruise you don't have to worry about flying between the islands so you avoid all of the travel time that's associated with air travel between the islands.

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By ship or ferry

.A ferry linked to TheBus will begin service September of 2007. Fare for TheBoat is $2.00, and it runs from Barber's Point to Aloha Tower Marketplace daily.^ January 20, 2010; 5:00 pm; ] It's time for a night of fun at the Aloha Tower.

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It is hoped that linking to TheBus and delivering commuters from Leeward to Honolulu will alleviate traffic.

Norwegian Cruise Lines provides American-flagged passenger cruise service between the islands. A company called Hawaii Superferry planned to connect the islands with a ferry system capable of transporting vehicles. Service was scheduled to begin in the second half of 2007 with routes from Obb;ahu to Kauabb;i and Maui. .However, legal issues over environmental impact statements and protests from residents of Maui and Kauabb;i have left this service currently unavailable.^ HILO » The University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is delaying work on an environmental impact statement for a telescope to be built atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.

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Miscellaneous topics

Etymology

The Hawaiian language word Hawaibb;i derives from Proto Polynesian *Sawaiki, with the reconstructed meaning "homeland";^[26] cognate words are found in other Polynesian languages, including Māori (Hawaiki), Rarotongan (bb;Avaiki), and Samoan (Savaibb;i). (See also Hawaiki).

According to Pukui and Elbert (1986:62) "Elsewhere in Polynesia, Hawaibb;i or a cognate is the name of the underworld or of the ancestral home, but in Hawaibb;i the name has no meaning; see Pukui, Elbert, and Mookini, 1974." (emphasis added)

Media

Newspapers

Two major competing Honolulu-based newspapers serve all of Hawaii. .The Honolulu Advertiser is owned by Gannett Pacific Corporation while the Honolulu Star-Bulletin is owned by Black Press of British Columbia in Canada.^ Honolulu Advertiser and Star Bulletin Articles on Senator Nadao “Najo” Yoshinaga .

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^ Hawai`i Free Press closes out 2009 with more online readers than Honolulu Advertiser .

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^ Another great column by Honolulu Advertiser's own Lee Cataluna - right up there in the MLC genre.

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.Both are among the largest newspapers in the United States in terms of circulation.^ The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1883.5 km²) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.

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.Other locally published newspapers are available to residents of the various islands.^ The other reason for the small variation in air temperature is the nearly constant flow of fresh ocean air across the islands.

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.The Hawaii business community is served by the Pacific Business News and Hawaii Business Magazine.^ They bring with them their quarterly magazine Pacific News Bytes!

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^ Billed as the iPhone killer (watch iDont commercial here), this… Pacific Business News: Honolulu .

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^ That’s more good news for Hawaii’s production community and [...

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The largest religious community in Hawaii is served by the Hawaii Catholic Herald. .Honolulu Magazine is a popular magazine that offers local interest news and feature articles.^ When I saw film of President Obama back at work in the White House, I felt withdrawal from our two weeks of local news featuring all "O" all the time.

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^ According to fascinating article on the subject, Honolulu Magazine seems to have tracked the first… .

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.Founded in 2002, the online daily newspaper Hawaii Reporter has become a significant resource to residents and mainlanders that specifically offers non-advertiser based, investigative reporting on local and state government and businesses.^ I've been asked by the American Bar Association's Section on State and Local Government Law to moderate a continuing legal education teleconference on the McDonald v.

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^ This Hawaii state park brochure provides a great overview of the history and significance of Kealakekua Bay.

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^ But Obama is not the first Hawaii resident to become the nation's commander-in-chief.

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Apart from the mainstream press, the state also enjoys a vibrant ethnic publication presence with newspapers for the Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean and Native Hawaiian communities. In addition, there is an alternative weekly, the Honolulu Weekly.

Television

.All of the major American broadcast television networks are represented in Hawaii through KHON-TV (Fox, The CW on DT2), KITV (ABC), KFVE (MyNetworkTV), KGMB (CBS), KHET (PBS), KHNL (NBC), and KPXO (ION Television), among others.^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ PBS Hawaii will break national ground in this new year with the first statewide student news network in America.

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Two independent stations, KIKU-TV and KBFD, specialize in multi-cultural programs serving Asian audiences. .From Honolulu, programming at these stations can be seen on the various other islands via networks of satellite transmitters and through Oceanic Time Warner Cable.^ The other reason for the small variation in air temperature is the nearly constant flow of fresh ocean air across the islands.

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^ From October through April, the heart of the Trade winds moves south of Hawaii; however, the Trade winds still blow across the islands much of the time.

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^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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Until the advent of satellite, most network programming was broadcast a week behind mainland scheduling.

Unlike most major television stations in most (if not all) other areas of the United States, none of the major network affiliates in Honolulu air an afternoon newscast. This allows the networks' daytime programming to be aired without preemption.

.The various production companies that work with the major networks have produced television series and other projects in Hawaii.^ Primarily I’ve been busy with other activities, working with youth in the community and concentrating on writing projects.

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^ Visit and Snorkel Lanai from Maui - In the 1800's Lanai was purchased by the Dole family and became the major producer for the Dole Pineapple Company.

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.Most notable were police dramas like Magnum P.I. and Hawaii Five-O.^ We'd like to note, however, that the five most popular posts on The Right Blue during the past year were not posted during 2009;… .

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.Currently, hit TV shows Lost and the soon to be cancelled Dog the Bounty Hunter are filmed in the Hawaiian Islands.^ HAWAII Magazine reader Sharon of Venice, Fla writes:I love the reality show Dog the Bounty Hunter, but am disappointed that they are still filming in Colorado.

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^ If you’re a “LOST” fan who has been contemplating a visit to “The Island” in January to celebrate the sixth and final season of the show, now is the time to take the leap.

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A comprehensive list of such projects can be seen at the list of Hawaii television series.

Film

See also: List of films set in Hawaii

Hawaii has a growing film industry administered by the state through the Hawaii Film Office. .Several television shows, movies, and various other media projects were produced in the Hawaiian Islands, taking advantage of the natural scenic landscapes as backdrops.^ But as a noncommercial organization and the only public TV station in the islands, PBS Hawaii isn't in competition with other media--and we think we have a story… .

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^ If you’re a “LOST” fan who has been contemplating a visit to “The Island” in January to celebrate the sixth and final season of the show, now is the time to take the leap.

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^ Maui Tours and Maui Activities - The island of Maui has more categories of activities than any other Hawaiian island.

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.Notable films produced in Hawaii or inspired by Hawaii include Hawaii, Blue Hawaii, Donovan's Reef, From Here to Eternity, In Harm's Way, South Pacific, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, Picture Bride, Lani Loa, Outbreak, Waterworld, Six Days Seven Nights, George of the Jungle, 50 First Dates, Pearl Harbor, Blue Crush, The Even Stevens Movie, Race the Sun and Lilo and Stitch.^ Turtle Reef Tour Adventure - South Pacific Kayaks .

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^ The Pacific High, and with it the trade-wind zone, moves north and south with changing angle of the sun, so that it reaches its northernmost position in the summer.

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The film Snakes on a Plane takes place on a flight departing Hawaii for the U.S. mainland. .Hawaii is home to a prominent film festival known as the Hawaii International Film Festival.^ I had the opportunity to attend the press conference for the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) on Thursday at RumFire at the Sheraton Waikiki.

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Culture

Main article: Culture of Hawaii

The aboriginal culture of Hawaii is Polynesian. .Hawaii represents the northernmost extension of the vast Polynesian triangle of the south and central Pacific Ocean.^ The Pacific High, and with it the trade-wind zone, moves north and south with changing angle of the sun, so that it reaches its northernmost position in the summer.

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.While traditional Hawaiian culture remains only as vestiges influencing modern Hawaiian society, there are reenactments of the ceremonies and traditions throughout the islands.^ This, and the extreme insularity of the Hawaiian Islands themselves account for the strong marine influence on Maui's climate.

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^ For 2010 there will be a cruise lines coming to the Hawaiian Islands.

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^ Considering that we are a business that caters to the Hawaiian image of..Hawaii, it would only seem appropriate to have an authentic Hawaiian Blessing ceremony.

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.Some of these cultural influences are strong enough to have affected the culture of the United States at large, including the popularity (in greatly modified form) of lūbb;au

s and hula.^ But state lawmakers and their staff will be back tackling some of the most challenging issues confronting the state, including the support of social services.

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Sister cities

Hawaii has an active sister state program, which includes ties to:

Template:Country data Portugal Template:Country data Azores Azores, Portugal (1982)
Template:Country data Philippines Cebu, Philippines (1996)
Template:Country data South Korea Cheju Province, South Korea (1986)
Template:Country data Japan Ehime, Japan (2003)
Template:Country data Japan Fukuoka, Japan (1981)
Template:Country data China Guangdong, China (1985)
Template:Country data China Hainan, China (1992)
Template:Country data Japan Hiroshima, Japan (1997)
Template:Country data Philippines Ilocos Norte, Philippines (2005)
Template:Country data Philippines Ilocos Sur, Philippines (1985)
Template:Country data Japan Okinawa, Japan (1985)
Template:Country data Philippines Pangasinan, Philippines (2002)
Template:Country data Taiwan Taiwan, Republic of China (1993)
Template:Country data China Tianjin, China (2002)

Other Sister States:

Template:Country data Canary Islands Canary Islands, Spain

Famous people from Hawaii

.The list of famous people from Hawaii is a non-comprehensive list of persons who have achieved fame that presently or at one time claimed Hawaii as their home.^ The list is an insult to the local community and native people who have had to suffer the growing ills of climate change for generations.

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^ Wasn't he the one who pushed Hawaii's health care plans through the state Legislature?

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^ At one time in the not too distant past, sugar cane cultivation used over 80% of the island's water supply (The Water Development Plan of Maui, 1992 – Present).

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Separate registers of members of the Hawaiian royal family and Hawaii politicians are also available.

[[Father Damien\|]] (January 3, 1840 – April 15, 1889) Beatified towards sainthood by Pope John Paul II	[[Mother Marianne Cope\|]] (January 23, 1838 – August 9, 1918) Beatified towards sainthood by Pope Benedict XVI	[[Hiram Fong\|]] (October 15, 1906 – August 18, 2004) First Chinese American and Asian American elected United States Senator	General Eric Shinseki (born November 28, 1942)
DukeKahanamoku.jpeg [[Duke Kahanamoku\|]] (August 24, 1890 – January 22, 1968) Gold-medal winning Olympic athlete who popularized surfing	Israel Kamakawiwo'ole Facing Future.jpg Israel Kamakawiwobb;ole (May 20, 1959 – June 26, 1997) "Braddah IZ" was a Hawaiian musician and entertainer	Jack Johnson (born May 18, 1975) Hawaii-born musician, filmmaker, and surfer

Photo gallery

Maui, Haleakalā National Park	Big Island, View from Mauna Kea Volcano	Big Island, Volcanoes National Park	Kauabb;i, Nā Pali Coast
Big Island, Punaluu Beach Park	Maui, Kapalua bay	Maui, Hookipa Beach	Obb;ahu, [[Sandy Beach\|]]
Big Island, Hapuna Beach	Haleakalā	Nā Pali Coast	Satellite Image

References

^ ^a ^b Elevations and Distances in the United States. U.S Geological Survey (29 April 2005). Retrieved on November 3, 2006.
^ What constitutes the United States, what are the official definitions?. [[United States Geological Survey|]]. Retrieved on 2007-07-03.
^ http://hypertextbook.com/facts/2001/BeataUnke.shtml
^ Youngest lava flows on East Maui probably older than A.D. 1790. [[United States Geological Survey|]] (September 9 1999). Retrieved on 1999-10-04.
^ [1]
^ {{cite web| url=http://www.pewtrusts.org/ideas/ideas_item.cfm?content_item_id=3417&content_type_id=15&page=15&issue=16&issue_name=Protecting%20ocean%20life&name=Op-eds%20(Pew)| title=Treasure Islands| author=Joshua Reichert and [[Theodore Roosevelt IV|]]
^ Kuykendall, "The Hawaiian Kingdom Volume I: Foundation and Transformation", p18 "Cook's plan was to get the king on board the Resolution and keep him there until the stolen boat was returned - a plan that had been effective under similar circumstances in the south Pacific"
^ Kamehameha I of Hawaii Biography
^ U.S. Navy History site
^ Morgan Report p.894
^ Hawaiian Sovereignty:Do the facts matter? by Thurston Twigg-Smith
^ Hawaii Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand by Bruce Fein
^ 1897 Hawaii Annexation Treaty
^ http://www.moolelo.com/human-rights.html
^ http://hawaii-nation.org/pleb.html
^ http://www.hawaiireporter.com/story.aspx?e1cfcf02-afc2-4aa8-b0cb-3514c3b81da4
^ http://www.census.gov/geo/www/cenpop/statecenters.txt
^ New Jersey Quickfacts
^ Hawaii Quickfacts
^ Top 12 states in population density
^ Average life expectancy at birth by state
^ Hawaii QuickFacts from the US Census Bureau. U.S. Census Bureau (31 August 2007). Retrieved on September 15, 2007.
^ http://www.mla.org/map_data_results&state_id=15&mode=state_tops
^ [2]
^ [3]
^ Pollex - a reconstruction of the Proto-Polynesian lexicon, Biggs and Clark, 1994. The asterisk preceding the word signifies that it is a reconstructed word form.

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Simple English

State of Hawaii
Moku'āina o Hawai'i

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Flag of Hawaii	Seal of Hawaii
Also called: The Aloha State
Saying(s): Ua Mau ke Ea o ka Aina i ka Pono
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Official language(s)

English, Hawaiian

Capital

Honolulu

Largest city

Honolulu

Area

Ranked 43^rd

- Total

10,931 sq mi
(29,311 km²)

- Width

n/a miles (n/a km)

- Length

1,522 miles (2,450 km)

- % water

41.2

- Latitude

18°55'N to 29°N

- Longitude

154°40'W to 162°W

Number of people

Ranked 42^nd

- Total (2010)

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- Density

{{{2010DensityUS}}}/sq mi
{{{2010Density}}}/km² (13^th)

- Average income

$53,123 (8^th)

Height above sea level

- Highest point

Mauna Kea^[1]
13,796 ft (4,205 m)

- Average

3,035 ft (925 m)

- Lowest point

Pacific Ocean^[1]
0 ft (0 m)

Became part of the U.S.

August 21, 1959 (50^th)

Governor

Linda Lingle (R)

U.S. Senators

Daniel Inouye (D)
Daniel Akaka (D)

Time zone

Hawaii: UTC-10
(no daylight saving time)

Abbreviations

HI US-HI

Web site

www.hawaii.gov

Hawaii is a U.S. state of the United States. It is the last state which joined the United States. Hawaii became a state on August 21, 1959. It is the only state made only of islands. Hawaii is also the name of the largest island. The capital and largest city of Hawaii is Honolulu on the island named Oahu.

Hawaii is known as the "Aloha State". Aloha is a Hawaiian word that has many meanings like welcome, hello and goodbye. Aloha also means love and care. The different meanings are brought together in the term "Aloha Spirit" to describe the friendly people of Hawaii.

The state flower is the yellow hibiscus (Hibiscus brackenridgei or ma'o hau hele). The state bird is the Hawaiian goose (nene). The state fish is the reef triggerfish, also called the humu humu nuku nuku apua'a. The state tree is the candlenut, also called kukui. The state song is Hawaii Ponoi. The state motto is Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono. In English it says, The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness.

The first people of Hawaii were Polynesians. They came to the islands sometime between 200 and 600 AD. Captain James Cook is given credit for discovering the islands for the Europeans in 1778. Others may have been there before him. Captain Cook named the islands the Sandwich Islands for the fourth Earl of Sandwich, John Montague.

Kamehameha I was the first king of Hawaii. He united the separate small Hawaiian kingdoms into one large kingdom in 1795. In 1893, American soldiers stopped Queen Liliuokalani from leading Hawaii when American business people took over the government and made their own laws. She was the last monarch of Hawaii. She also wrote the original words of the song called Aloha Oe.

The American business people made Hawaii into a republic for a short time. The new leader, Sanford Dole was called the President of Hawaii. In 1898, the United States of America took over the government and made Hawaii into a territory. In 1959, Hawaii became the fiftieth American state.

Hawaii is an archipelago; a long chain of islands. There are eight main islands and many small islands and atolls. They are the tops of underwater volcanos. The main islands are Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, Maui and Hawaii.

The biggest industry of Hawaii is tourism. Almost 7 million people visited in 2000. Important exports are sugar, pineapple, macadamia nuts, and coffee.

Popular tourist sites include Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Polynesian Cultural Center, and the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.

References

↑ ^1.0 ^1.1 "Elevations and Distances in the United States". U.S Geological Survey. 29 April 2005. http://erg.usgs.gov/isb/pubs/booklets/elvadist/elvadist.html#Highest. Retrieved November 3 2006.

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National capital	District of Columbia

Island areas	American Samoa • Baker Island • Guam • Howland Island • Jarvis Island • Johnston Atoll • Kingman Reef • Midway Atoll • Navassa Island • Northern Mariana Islands • Palmyra Atoll • Puerto Rico • Virgin Islands • Wake Island

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[[Kamehameha\|]]	[[Kamehameha II\|]]	[[Kamehameha III\|]]	[[Kamehameha IV\|]]
[[Kamehameha V\|]]	[[Lunalilo\|]]	Kalākaua	Lilibb;uokalani

[[Linda Lingle\|]] Governor (Republican)	[[James R. Aiona, Jr.\|]] Lieutenant Governor (Republican)	[[Daniel Inouye\|]] U.S. Senator (Democrat)	[[Daniel Akaka\|]] U.S. Senator (Democrat)
[[Neil Abercrombie\|]] U.S. Representative (Democrat)	[[Mazie Hirono\|]] U.S. Representative (Democrat)	Harry Kim Mayor of Hawaii (Nonpartisan)	[[Mufi Hannemann\|]] Mayor of Honolulu (Nonpartisan)
[[Bryan J. Baptiste\|]] Mayor of Kauai (Nonpartisan)	[[Charmaine Tavares\|]] Mayor of Maui (Nonpartisan)

[[Father Damien\|]] (January 3, 1840 – April 15, 1889) Beatified towards sainthood by Pope John Paul II	[[Mother Marianne Cope\|]] (January 23, 1838 – August 9, 1918) Beatified towards sainthood by Pope Benedict XVI	[[Hiram Fong\|]] (October 15, 1906 – August 18, 2004) First Chinese American and Asian American elected United States Senator	General Eric Shinseki (born November 28, 1942)
DukeKahanamoku.jpeg [[Duke Kahanamoku\|]] (August 24, 1890 – January 22, 1968) Gold-medal winning Olympic athlete who popularized surfing	Israel Kamakawiwo'ole Facing Future.jpg Israel Kamakawiwobb;ole (May 20, 1959 – June 26, 1997) "Braddah IZ" was a Hawaiian musician and entertainer	Jack Johnson (born May 18, 1975) Hawaii-born musician, filmmaker, and surfer

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