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 Feeding Babies Poi And The Exploring The Slack-Key Guitar  : Show 51

The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 51 for Tuesday December 3rd 2013.  Today we’ll talk about the history and the music of the Slack-key guitar and our Germaine’s Luau contest continues.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

 SLACK-KEY GUITAR

Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar music is amazing.  On today’s episode we talk about what it is and how to hear it at festivals in your area.

 http://www.slackkeyfestival.com/sk_history.html

POI AS BABY FOOD

A great article about giving babies poi.  Jennifer is thinking about putting her 6 month old on poi as soon as possible.

 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/28/poi-baby-food_n_4353758.html?utm_hp_ref=hawaii&ir=Hawaii

http://www.orderhawaiianfood.com/packages.html

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 21 for Tuesday, April 30, 2013.  In this episode, we’ll talk about visiting the island of Lanai. We’ll also discuss our favorite and least favorite hotel breakfasts.  All this, and more, on this episode of The Hawaii Travel Podcast.

LEI DAY

May 1 is Lei Day.  It is a state-wide celebration which is celebrated on each island.  The first Lei Day took place in 1927 and has grown each year.  There is even a song called  May Day Is Lei Day.

If you would like to make your own lei and share with someone you love, here are some instructions on how to make your own flower lei: http://www.alohafriends.com/leimaking.html

LANAI TRAVEL TIPS

Here’s an email question from Greg in Seattle.  He writes:

I’m going to Maui and was wondering if I should plan a day trip to Lanai or go for a few days?

Visiting Lanai:

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 20, for Tuesday, April 23rd 2013.  On this episode we’ll discuss one of the true wonders of the world – SPAM^®. All that and more, on this episode of The Hawaii Travel Podcast.

WHY IS SPAM^® SO POPULAR IN HAWAII?

Listener Frank left a voicemail explaining the history of SPAM^® in Hawaii.  He also mentioned the annual SPAM^® festival that takes place in Waikiki each year. This call lead to a lively discussion about SPAM^® and the SPAM^® Jam.

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 19 for Tuesday, April 16, 2013.  Today we’ll talk about the amazing island of Oahu–specifically, things to checkout and activities to experience on Oahu for the young and the young at heart.  All that and more on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

OAHU WITH KIDS

This week, we wanted to talk about the top things for kids to do while visiting the island of Oahu.  We purposely picked things that we feel are fun for kids and adults.

Dole Plantation
64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy.
Wahiawa, HI  96786
Phone: 1-808-621-8408

Pineapple Express Train
Pineapple Garden Maze
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Our Review Of A Classic Oahu Luau And Some Waikiki Food And Shopping Tips And More Are Featured In This Episode Of The Hawaii Travel Podcast.

An email came in from Karen.  She asked a few questions as a matter of fact and we condensed them down to one question:

What are the best places to eat and shop in Waikiki, and where is the best luau in Honolulu?   

First, we did an in depth Waikiki food review of the best, cheap places to eat in Waikiki in show 11.  Check out Show 11 here. 

We also shared our picks for best places to shop. There are shops all over Waikiki.  For a “mall” type of shopping experience, check out the Ala Moana Center at 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard in Honolulu.  You’ll find “high-end” shops all along Kalakaua Avenue.  For fun, “touristy” types of shopping, check out the International Market Place in Waikiki.  Continue reading “A Classic Oahu Luau And Waikiki Suggestions : Show 15” »