The Sites To See In Park Slope Brooklyn
July 1, 2009
The Architecure in Park Slope
It’s easy for me to say, but Park Slope is my favorite neighborhood in all of lovely Brooklyn.
Brooklyn has always cherished its independence, and Park Slope is easily home to the most fiercely liberal and free-spirits in all of New York City. So, should you visit, be wary of stroller-mom’s who don’t give a sidewalk inch and the slow-walkers who didn’t get the “New York Minute” memo.
First of all, one of Brooklyn’s best-kept secrets is the “Superhero Supply Store” on 5th Avenue between 5th & 6th streets.
For sale are capes, lab supplies, masks, secret identities, invisibility potions, and the like. Also, you can try on a cape and a mask and jump on the flight simulator as well as take a lie-detector test. It’s all in good fun, and it actually functions as an after-school reading/learning program for kids. Through a porthole in the back of the store is a secret door which leads into the reading space. Dave Eggers, author of “A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius”, is a local resident and founded this unique store as his gift to the kids in the neighborhood. You must go and see it for yourself as no words truly do it justice.
Next, head over to 7th Avenue and go to Park Slope’s lone independent bookstore, “The Community Bookstore”.
The neighborhood used to be populated with a myriad of stores selling both used and new books, but those all closed a couple of years ago. This lone storefront is the stalwart, giving Barnes & Noble its only local competition. The Community Bookstore hosts regular readings and coffee nights, as well as stocking the best in contemporary literature.
Just south on 7th Avenue you can find the single best white chocolate cocoa in Brooklyn at “The Cocoa Bar”.
Be warned before entering though, there are a LOT of great desserts here, and they are all on display. So, this is not a place to enter hungry as you might overdose on sugar. Be sure to try the white chocolate cocoa and say “yes” to marshmallows as they make them on site and they are truly delicious. In the summertime, there is a large garden in the back with plenty of seating so do not be frustrated if it seems crowded at first glance.
The final stop on your tour must be Prospect Park.
The entire Slope flanks it to the west, and it’s one of the city’s finest green spots. During the summer, the Prospect Park Bandshell has a multitude of free concerts featuring the likes of David Byrne & Bob Dylan as well as thrilling theater and classical music. It’s a gem of a park, as you will see upon entering. The locals love it!
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Best Places for the Wedding of your Dreams
June 26, 2009
A Wedding in Paradise
They are called “destination weddings” and they are becoming extremely popular in today’s culture. Why wait till after the wedding for the honeymoon, why not travel there before the wedding and make it the wedding and the honeymoon of your dreams. Your wedding is supposed to a dream come true, so why would you stay at home and deal with all the pressure of hundreds of guests etc. when you can just take off to some remote travel destination, and invite some of your closest family and friends, I am sure they wouldn’t mind a vacation either. This is your day, no one else’s so why not make it yours.
Deciding where to go for the fabulous wedding of your dreams can be the difficult part, but thankfully with destination weddings becoming more popular, there are fair amount of great wedding ideas already provided to you.
Some of the top destinations for wedding/honeymoon vacations are France, Mexico, Tanzania,Italy and Hawaii. Romance abounds in all of these wonderful destinations. Location is a large part of making that special day something you will always remember fondly. Here are just a couple of examples of the destination wedding of your dreams to help you get started.
Villa Baroncino
A five star villa located in Italy, between Umbria and Tuscany and is known for its romantic wedding retreats. Built in the 18th century, Villa Baroncino is luxuriously furnished and surrounded by soft rolling hills. Once an olive mill, its impressive architecture is reminiscent of the time it was built, a more magical time. Amidst lush gardens filled with fragrant flowers, Villa Baroncino offers a perfect wedding getaway.
Villa Baroncino offers a wedding suite with fantastic amenities for the perfect honeymoon as well. Their wedding suite is located on the top floor, featuring a luxury bedroom with an original antique bed, stunning bathroom, and living room with views overlooking the lake and surrounding valley.
Guana Island, British Virgin Islands
Guana Island is a privately owned island, one of the few remaining in the Caribbean. Featuring over 850 acres of tropical forest, mountains, valleys and 7 pristine white sand beaches, you really could have your dream become a reality you will never forget. No tourists, no strangers, just you, the person of your dreams and up to 35 of your closest family and friends on your own private island in the Caribbean, what could be better?
Guana Island has a variety of activities for you and your guests to enjoy on this tropical island paradise including swimming, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling hiking or relaxing on a hammock, it’s your choice. After a long day of activities, watch a spectacular sunset and get a massage before heading to your splendid cottage retreat to sleep in luxury accommodations cooled by the trade winds and lulled to sleep by the waves.
No matter which destination you choose, thousands of choices are available for the perfect wedding. Stop thinking traditional and start thinking fantastic! The Wedding vacation of your dreams awaits you, all you need to do is choose and your dream can become a reality.
Paris, A Dessert Lover’s Guide
June 25, 2009
Chocolate
I must admit, it’s rather easy to find three delicious dessert spots in Paris. In fact, I feel like I am cheating. But, you should know that these three venues were recommended to me when I visited. It would be simply wrong of me to withhold this information.
First, lets talk chocolate.
Nearly every block has delicious chocolate. Particularly for us westerners, who have had our senses ruined by years of mass-produced, boring and choco-tame kisses and cups. If you’d like to charge your chocolate memory, go to “Café Angelina” and order the Chocolat l’Africain.
Upon serving, it arrives in 3 separate elements. First, is the standard Parisian mug. It’s oversized, white and ceramic. It says “France” all in one object. Next, you are given a crystal dish holding freshly made whipped cream (think “Fancy Feast” commercial, without the cat food!). And finally, a small pitcher of melted dark chocolate arrives. This is when you know it is serious. You blend the crème with the chocolate, to your taste of course, and the result is a high-producing cocoa that cannot help but leave you giddy.
Next up - Ice Cream (what else).
Paris, like all of France, has delicious and fresh ice cream. (Note - please avoid the mainstream shops like Haagen-Dazs. They are traps for tourists. Go local, for Heaven’s sake!) The finest in France is none other than “Berthillon” on the western tip of the Ile Saint-Louis. Once finished with your trip through the Notre Dame Cathedral, cross the bridge and glance to the right where you will find the world-famous “Berthillon”. Inside, it feels like a standard Bistro. But, this particular venue stands out for its ice cream. The sorbet is also truly delicious, but the cream itself will ruin state-side ice cream forever. My favorite? Strawberry Cheesecake ice cream, with all of the ingredients being completely real and completely fresh.
Finally, no dessert list for Paris is complete without a bakery.
The finest in all of Paris is Poilane. I prefer the location on rue du Cherche-Midi as it’s more cozy and feels more original. I once traveled with a well-known macrobiotic choreographer. He would ask me - daily - to visit Poilane and get him fresh bread for his lunches. Upon arrival, I always found a line. But, the nice thing about Paris is that people know what they want. There is no fooling around at all, and the line moves quickly. As for pastries, I have heard that Pierre Herme has opened a patisserie on rue Bonaparte. I can only imagine how extraordinary his cake’s and pastries are. He is one of France’s finest, so certainly worth the visit.
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Walt Disney World Orlando Florida - Not just for Kids!
June 19, 2009
Every child dreams of Walt Disney World, seeing Mickey Mouse, Minnie or Pluto.
What if you grew up and had still never been to Disney? Maybe you would be like I was and say, too bad I missed it, maybe if I have kids, I will take them. Well, why wait for kids? Disney World is not just for kids, it is for everyone who has a child inside, not just those still unable to drive a car. Walt Disney World Orlando offers a dream for everyone, big and small, young and old. Vacation in Disney for those of us who missed it as a child, can still be a reality.
So, we all know about the rides, which may still interest you, but if they don’t, or even if they do just a little, we are going to wander to the more adult side of Disney, the part that caters to your dreams now, you still have a magic kingdom at your fingertips, you just have to look.
Downtown Disney offers a shopping mecca for the adult in you. Just a short trip away from Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, lies the downtown Disney area. It is divided into three sections - Downtown Disney West Side plays host to high-end restaurants, a 24 screen movie theatre and many other uncommon shops to visit. You will also find the Cirque du Soleil La Nouba show and other live entertainment that are sure to keep you entertained.
The Downtown Disney Marketplace offers dining as well as many Disney related stores to shop in.
It is just that, a marketplace, more Disney shopping than you could ever imagine, all in one place. A must see for that kid in you. Some attractions include Basin - Bath and Facial Products featuring handmade and natural skin and bath products. Also you could visit the newest addition to the marketplace called Tren-D. Featuring all that is hip and chic you won’t be disappointed.
Pleasure Island is a great place to end the day with some fantastic dining and entertainment opportunities.
Fulton’s Crab House is a seafood restaurant not like most. It is located on a paddleboat permanently docked at the entrance to Pleasure Island. Its focus is on fresh seafood of course, but other meals are also served as well. If you enjoy a new experience, you should definitely think about Fulton’s Crab House.
If you are looking for a little romance, you could try out the Portobello Yacht Club which features regional Italian cuisine in a romantic contemporary Italian setting. Indoor or outdoor seating is available. Also features an extensive wine list and a convenient location.
If you are looking for a place to stay Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa is an equestrian themed Victorian style deluxe villa resort on the shore of Lake Buena Vista.
It includes not only spacious 3 bedroom villas with all the amenities ,but also the newest vacation homes the Treehouse Villas, which sleep 9 are located, in the trees!
This resort features 65 acres inspired by Saratoga Springs and offers rolling hills, fountains, lakes and spa treatments. Also includes 2 restaurants and of course a fantastic pool and internet service. This could be your home away from home while experiencing the Walt Disney World vacation of your dreams. Disney is after all the magic kingdom even if you are only just a kid at heart.
Cruise Vacations for the Entire Family
May 10, 2009
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When people think of cruise ship vacations they think of a tropical, romantic getaway, but that isn’t always the case. There are many cruise vacations geared for the entire family. Each year, millions of families make the decision to take a family vacation. If you and your family are interested in becoming one of those families, you have a number of different options. Your options may include, but are not limited to, camping, visiting the beach, visiting a local amusement park, or setting sail on the water.
Setting sail on the water is something that many individuals would like to do. The good news is that you do not have to know anything about boats to enjoy a fun, family vacation aboard a cruise ship. Cruise ships are creating fun, exciting, and safe vacation environments for families.
You may be wondering if you and your family would enjoy a vacation aboard a cruise ship. The reality is that all families vary. Each family member is likely to have a personal preference. Despite that preferences, cruise ships are often enjoyed by everyone, not matter what their age. This is because cruise ships offer a wide range of activities. These activities are geared towards individuals of all ages.
To decide whether or not your family should take a family vacation aboard a cruise ship, you are encouraged to consider cruise ship benefits. The most obvious benefit, as mentioned above, is the onboard activities. On any given cruise ship, you are likely to find an unlimited number of activities for both children and adults. These activities may include swimming, gaming, gambling, eating, watching movies, and dancing.
Other one of the many benefits of taking a family cruise ship vacation is the fact that almost all cruise ships have onboard childcare. If you are traveling with small children, these childcare centers may allow you to have private moments by yourself or with your spouse. These childcare centers are often operated free of charge. That means that within a few minutes, you could drop your child off and be on your way to pampering yourself.
A cruise ship vacation benefit that many individuals do not consider is the quality time spent together. While it is true that this quality time together can be spent anywhere, it is often more memorable on a cruise ship. Many travelers view the close corridors as a disadvantage, but in a way it may benefit your family. This benefit is most often seen with teenagers. When a child becomes a teen, spending time with their family is often eliminated from their list of priorities. A cruise ship will provide them with fun and exciting activities, but it will also allow you and your child to reconnect.
The memories made on a cruise ship are often incomparable. The majority of children will be unable to, for one reason or another, take a cruise when they reach adulthood. This memory is one that could serve them for a lifetime. To cherish this memory, you are encouraged to bring along a camera or video recorder. In addition to enjoying the cruise in the present, you and your family will also be able to enjoy it in the future. Can you imagine sitting around your kitchen table twenty years from now reminiscing with your family?
Wherever you and your family decide to vacation, whether it be on a cruise ship or not, your vacation is sure to be memorable. For a reasonable price, you can have an unforgettable vacation. If a cruise is financially within your reach, why not grab hold of the experience while you can?
Family Vacations in Mexico
April 24, 2009
Vacationing with your family in Mexico offers many benefits. Though many cities are associated with constant partying, there are also many activities that are designed for young children and teenagers. Many children receive discounts at many popular tourist attractions. Selecting an all-inclusive vacation package for the whole family is one of the best ways for everyone to enjoy their vacation in Mexico, without having to worry about the cost.
If you are interested in visiting Mexico with your family, you will want to examine some of the many attractions that are specifically geared towards children. These attractions and activities are ideal for making the most out of your family vacation. Below is a summary of just a few of the many attractions and resorts that you may find exciting in Mexico. For additional information, you are encouraged to contact your local travel agent or use the internet to guide you in your search.
Located on the Mayan Riviera is the Xcaret Theme Park. The Xcaret Theme Park is a wonderful attraction for those who are looking for a family resort. Located in Cancun, Mexico, the Xcaret Theme Park is a theme park that is often compared to Disney World or Disneyland. Similar to Disneyland and Disney World, you can expect to enjoy a fun filled day at Xcaret, thanks to amazing rides and attractions.
An deep underground river is a popular feature of the Xcaret Theme Park. You and your family can see plenty of beautiful tropical plants as you enjoy the river. Xcaret is also host to many wild and exotic animals. There is a butterfly pavilion, a coral reef aquarium, and you are given the chance to swim dolphins. Many children, as well as adults, will be thrilled with this theme park. In addition to the Xcaret Theme Park, Cancun offers many family friendly resorts. To find a luxury resort that offers family oriented activities you may want to check on the internet or speak with your local travel agent.
Cozumel also offers many great attractions and activities that are designed for individuals of all ages, including children. Cozumel is ideal for family vacation, especially because it has one of the lowest crime rates in Mexico, as well as the world. Cozumel is home to some of the most beautiful coral reefs. This often creates an incredible adventure and learning experience for children. If your children will enjoy scuba diving or snorkeling, then you will want to plan a trip to Cozumel.
With so many options for families, choosing a Mexican all-inclusive vacation is a great idea. The vacation package will also include items such as snacks, drinks, meals, as well as hotel accommodations and airfare. Teaching children about various cultures and customs and letting them view the Mayan ruins first hand is an amazing lesson in geography and history. While education is nice, the above mentioned locations do not completely just focus on it. There are so many fun filled activities such as snorkeling, diving, swimming, hiking, fishing, sailing, and parasailing. These activities are great for families with active children.
In addition to the above mentioned popular Mexican destinations are that are designed for the whole family, you may want to consider additional sights and attractions. Mexico has so much to offer you and your family. In fact, you and your family may wish that you could stay in longer.
Sealand Travel Club offers an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions. We can help to make your travel dollars go farther because we have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.
Sealand Travel Club is an expert in helping travelers get where they need to go and create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible. Avoid the headaches and let Sealand Travel Club do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.
Great Golf Resorts from Sealand Travel
April 24, 2009
Great Golf Resorts from Sealand Travel. Great things come in great packages, so to speak.
In particular, golf resorts provide more than a golf player would ask. Generally, it caters to different kinds of people and not just golf enthusiasts. Golf resorts can really stand out in the vacation business.
Due to its nature, golf resorts literally have rooms and villas situated in a secured place. The rooms and villas are full of necessary services usually seen in a typical resort: large air-conditioned rooms, luxurious bathrooms, cable televisions, and internet connections.
Most of these golf resorts have magnificent views coupled with mild and healing climate. Landscapes and ornamentations are carefully drawn in the most luxurious way. There are beautiful pools and ponds that captivate visitors.
However, unlike other types of resorts, a golf resort caters to the specific needs of a golf player or a golf aficionado. These golf resorts are specially made for people who want to relax, have fun, and at the same time enjoy playing golf.
There are golf resorts that offer a variety of golf packages. They have several golf championship courses. Generally, most golf resorts have 18-hole course, par 63 Challenge course, and an 18 hole live turf Putting course.
Because of its specialized nature of market, golf resorts are dedicated to make every golf player a better player by trying out their different golf courses in a more comforting manner. Nearly every golf resorts offer golf lessons that will help every golfer improve their playing skills such as swing and putting.
Other golf resorts offer a variety of golf instruction programs for golfers of all skill levels. Golf resorts may offer individual instruction, group clinics, corporate clinics, junior clinic or multi day golf instruction packages.
On the other hand, there are golf resorts that can give practice facilities to beginners or to those that just want to try playing golf for the first time. In this type of golf resort, their practice facilities can give you the chance to work on all aspects of your game from wedge to driver. These golf resorts could offer you a place where you can practice your putting, chipping or pitching on a large two tier putting green.
In the United States, the most well known golf resorts are situated in Central Florida and Southern California where the climate and views are a perfect concoction so as to make golf resorts very entertaining.
Other golf resorts are Avila Beach Golf Resort in California, Eagle Crest Resort in Central Oregon and Championship Golf Resort in Central Florida.
The Eagle Crest Resort boasts of its golf courses carved out of an ancient juniper forest huddled at the foot of the majestic Cascades. Eagles Crest Golf Resort is also known for its meticulous grounds keeping, fast true greens, and beautiful summer wildflower displays. And because of their lower elevation, Eagle Crest Golf Resort have the longest quality golf season in Central Oregon making them adept in keeping one of their championship courses open all year round.
The Avila Beach Golf Resort, on the other hand, has lavishly landscaped greens. The Avila Beach Golf Resort driving range has great teeing areas and is open from dusk till dawn. They also offer various golf instruction programs.
The Championship Golf Resort likewise caters to most golf fanatics and players. This golf resort is easily within 20 minutes of all the top attractions such as Disney and Universal Studios. And because it is situated at the west of the attractions, Championship Golf Resort could be easily reached using Florida Turnpike and Osceola Parkway toll roads, with which vacationers could avoid the heavy congestion often experienced when approaching from the east.
Aside from these three marvelous golf resorts, there are still many other golf resorts waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. You could try looking for them at the Web because most of them have Web sites already; or you could ask for brochures and pamphlets of different golf resorts.
With the wonderful things mentioned, you can be assured that golf resorts are great alternative ways of making your vacation or golf activities truly an invigorating one.
Happy teeing!
Sealand Travel Club offers an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions. We can help to make your travel dollars go farther because we have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.
Sealand Travel Club are experts in helping travelers get where they need to go and create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible. Avoid the headaches and let Sealand Travel Club do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.
Cruise Ship Vacations with Sealand Travel Club
April 24, 2009
Cruise Ship Vacations brought to you by Sealand Travel Club:
Millions of individuals and families wish to take a vacation; however, many are financially unable to. If a vacation does occur, it is often a visit to a local amusement park or campgrounds. These small vacations often occur because individuals limit themselves. If you are interested in taking an extravagant vacation, such as a cruise, you are advised not to limit yourself. With the willpower to do so, just about anything is possible with a budget.
If you and your family are interested in scheduling a cruise ship vacation, but you feel that you may be unable to, you are urged not to assume. This assumption could prevent you from enjoying the vacation that you want and deserve. To make a cruise ship vacation possible for you and your family, all you will have to do is a little bit of budgeting.
For many individuals, developing a family budget is a small sacrifice, but for others it may be larger. The more money you need to save for a cruise, the harder it may be to save. The first step in saving money for your cruise ship getaway is to determine where all of your money is going. This can easily be accomplished by documenting your spending habits. Everything from the mortgage payment, rent, car insurance, even that cup of coffee you purchased should be recorded.
After documenting your spending habits for a week or a month, you will have to examine your findings. Many individuals are surprised to learn how much money they are wasting on unnecessary purchases. These purchases often include, but are not limited to single serve beverages, cigarettes, alcohol, and out-of-home dining. To save money for your cruise ship vacation, you will need to cut all unnecessary purchases.
Cutting unnecessary purchases may sound easy, but the reality is that it often isn’t. There are some individuals who cannot do without their cigarettes or their morning cup of coffee. If you are unable to curb your spending habits, you are encouraged to change them as much as possible. For instance, instead of purchasing a cup of coffee each morning, you can brew your own at home. Additional alterations could be made to prevent your habits from impacting your cruise ship vacation fund.
When saving money for a vacation aboard a cruise ship, you need to make sure that you actually save the money. All too often, many individuals take the money they saved by creating a monthly budget and spend it on something other than what they originally intended. If you find it difficult to hold on to your savings, you may want to open a savings account at your local bank. In addition to accumulating interest, you are less likely to spend the money because it is safely tucked away.
Curbing your spending habits is one of the best ways to raise funds to take your dream vacation aboard a cruise ship. While saving money is important, it is not the only way that you can plan a cruise ship vacation on a budget. There are a large number of online travel websites. These websites may offer you significant deals and savings. Other cruise discounts can be obtained through membership clubs or your local travel agent.
Obtaining the financing needed for a cruise ship getaway may seem like a difficult task, but aftertime it may become a part of your daily routine. Saving money and obtaining cruise ship discounts are both great ways to obtain the needed financing, but together they can save you more money than you ever imagined.
Sealand Travel Club offers an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions. We can help to make your travel dollars go farther because we have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.
Sealand Travel Club are experts in helping travelers get where they need to go and create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible. Avoid the headaches and let Sealand Travel Club do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.
Eating in Hawaii
April 18, 2009
Contemporary food in Hawaii, like the language and popular culture, is a medley of traditional Hawaiian, Portugese, American, and Asian Pacific flavors. 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. Seafood is, of course, fresh and tasty. Local beef comes from ranches on Maui and coffee is grown on the Big Island. 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. It’s always a good deal at any lunch wagon, mall, or outside food court. L&L Drive Inn and Zippy’s are probably the most widely distributed chain of plate lunch spots in the Hawaiian islands. Branches of L&L are in some locations on the Mainland as well (as L&L Hawaiian Barbecue).
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. 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. 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. Be sure to check the coupon books that are available at display stands for meal specials.
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It is our goal to provide hardworking vacationers with the ability to enjoy their vacations at a discounted price that makes vacationing affordable for everyone. We make it possible for vacationers to save time, energy and effort along with their money using Sealand Travel Club. Vacation Clubs are the new innovation in the travel industry, and a Sealand Travel Clubis at the top of their field. Whether you need an incentive to start vacationing or you are an avid vacationer already, Sealand Travel Club can accommodate you in many ways and save you money. Whether you like to drive and camp or fly first class, cruise the world or just tour the good old USA, a Sealand Travel Club provides its members with the most convenient options at the very best price.
Hawaii has something for everyone…
April 15, 2009
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. Rainforests and hiking trails are located just minutes from Waikiki Beach, one of the world’s best tourist destinations. In the winter, large waves on Oahu’s north shore turn the normally sleepy area into the surfing capital of the world.
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). 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. Numerous waterfalls and rainforests evoke memories of what the islands might have looked like before major corporations set their sights on Hawaii.
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It is our goal to provide hardworking vacationers with the ability to enjoy their vacations at a discounted price that makes vacationing affordable for everyone. We make it possible for vacationers to save time, energy and effort along with their money using Sealand Travel Club. Vacation Clubs are the new innovation in the travel industry, and Sealand Travel Club is at the top of their field. Whether you need an incentive to start vacationing or you are an avid vacationer already, Sealand Travel Club can accommodate you in many ways and save you money. Whether you like to drive and camp or fly first class, cruise the world or just tour the good old USA, Sealand Travel Club provides its members with the most convenient options at the very best price.
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