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5 Things to Do on an Oahu Honeymoon
5 Things to Do on an Oahu Honeymoon
Have you recently selected Oahu as the destination for your upcoming honeymoon? If so, congratulations! You are sure to have the honeymoon of your dreams. Oahu is filled with beauty, romance, fun, and anything else that the heart desires.
1 – Stay at an Oahu Beach House Rental
When it comes to vacations, many travelers automatically think of hotels and vacation resorts. While Oahu is filled with great hotels and vacation resorts, you will want to take the time to examine Oahu vacation rentals, namely a private beach house rental.
Great Winter Getaways
Great Winter Getaways
Winter is quickly approaching. In just a few weeks Christmas will be here and you know that means freezing cold weather and piles of fluffy snow. While this may sound appealing for the holidays, itâ??s nothing but misery there after. So why not take a great vacation this winter season? There are plenty of places wonderful places you can go to get out of the cold, or if you really do enjoy it, there are plenty of places where you can take advantage of the snowy weather. Check out my list of fabulous winter getaways.
1. Quebec City. Once it begins to snow, this city becomes a truly magical place. The list of winter activities is endless. You can go tobogganing, dog sledding, skiing, and snowboarding. The Stoneham Mountain is just twenty minutes out of the city. Itâ??s best to visit during the months of January and February when the Winter Carnival begins. Youâ??ll find an enormous ice castle, plenty of music and dancing, as well as ice sculptures and great cultural experiences.
2. Hawaii. If youâ??re looking for a hot, romantic getaway this winter then you better head to Hawaii. Itâ??s the number one honeymoon destination in the U.S. because of its vast beautiful landscapes and ideal weather. Youâ??ll be surrounded by exotic tropical flowers and the beaches are immaculately kept. You can also enjoy plenty of water sports and mouth-watering local delicacies.
Jack Johnson Tickets – Jack Johnson to Play Mile High Music Festival While on Tour
Jack Johnson Tickets – Jack Johnson to Play Mile High Music Festival While on Tour
Everyone’s favorite surfer-turned-musician Jack Johnson is touring in support of his fifth studio album To the Sea this summer, and Pollstar.com reported that he will make a stop at Denver, Colorado’s Mile High Music Festival while on the road. The festival takes place at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park on Aug. 14 and 15 and will see Johnson co-headlining with the Dave Matthews Band. Johnson and the Steve Miller Band will lead the bill for the first day of the event—which will also feature performances by artists like Phoenix, Keller Williams, Donavon Frankenreiter and others—while DMB will perform along with My Morning Jacket, Weezer, Atmosphere and more on the second and final day of the Mile High Music Festival.
The follow-up to his 2008 platinum-selling album Sleep Through the Static, To the Sea will arrive via Johnson’s own Brushfire Records on June 1. According to the official Universal Republic Records site, the album was co-produced by Johnson and his bandmates Merlo Podlewski (bass), Zach Gill (keyboard) and Adam Topol (drums) with Johnson’s longtime engineer Robert Carranza. Johnson recorded To the Sea at his pair of solar-powered studios: The Mango Tree in his native Hawaii and the Solar Powered Plastic Plant in Los Angeles. “You and Your Heart,” the lead single off To the Sea, arrived on April 3 and features the mellow-minded artist singing the chorus, “But you and your heart / Shouldn’t feel so apart / You can choose what you take / Why you gotta break and make it feel so hard.”
Before he embarks on his summer road trip, Johnson will host the Kokua Festival in Honolulu, Hawaii on April 23 and 24. According to Johnson’s official website, the Kokua Hawai’i Foundation supports environmental education in the communities and schools of Hawaii and the festival is its biggest fundraiser of the year. Johnson’s tour in support of To the Sea will officially launch from Berlin, Germany on June 16, after which point he will stop in European cities like Amsterdam, Netherlands; Paris, France; Cornwall, England; Somerset, England (at the Glastonbury Festival); London, England; and Roskilde, Denmark (for the Roskilde Festival) through early July.
Jack Johnson Tickets – Working for the Sea, Land & Air
Jack Johnson Tickets – Working for the Sea, Land & Air
Returning to the stage for 2010, earth friendly surfer Jack Johnson’s aptly named To the Sea is helping the sea, the land and the air in the first environmentally friendly world tour. Kicking off the tour in July, he’ll close out in October in his former stomping ground, Santa Barbara. The June release will mark his fifth studio effort, an effort that has Johnson producing with band members Merlo Podlewski, Zach Gill and Adam Topol. If you haven’t seen this professional surfer turned contemporary rock star perform live, check out http://www.stubhub.com/, where you’ll surely find <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview(‘/outgoing/article_exit_link’);” href=”http://www.stubhub.com/jack-johnson-tickets/”>Jack Johnson tickets</a> today.
A longtime environmentalist, Johnson finds that consciously living aware of the environment is synonymous with breathing. Since growing up on Oahu’s North Shore, Johnson always been a born lover of Mother Nature’s powerful ways and can’t image life without them. Now he’s doing something proactive about protecting it â?? from donating 100% of tour proceeds to the Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation to creating the Kokua Festival in Hawaii. The latter is an environmentally friendly get-together that raises awareness and funds for his foundation.
“Once we started doing this fest in Hawaii, [we started] learning ways we could lessen the negative impact of a show by using biodiesel, water stations, recycling bins, all the little things you could do to lessen the negative impact,” Johnson said to MTV. “And then started to see how you could expand on the positive impact by having local nonprofit groups at every venue you play, so as the people from that town are coming to the shows.”
Jack Johnson Tickets – ‘To the Sea’ Out in June
Jack Johnson Tickets – ‘To the Sea’ Out in June
Hawaiian singer/songwriter Jack Johnson always manages to make his listeners mellow out. How could you not be relaxed after listening to his signature brand of soft acoustic guitar tunes and breezy, carefree lyrics? If you’ve been feeling the stress of everyday life and need a little pick me up, mark your calendars for the month of June, which signals the release of Jack Johnson’s new studio album To the Sea.
Following the same pattern as his prior releases, Johnson’s latest set To the Sea is packed full of groovy beats and ballads that will seriously inspire you to chill out. Johnson will be supporting the forthcoming record with a summer and fall tour, so visit http://www.stubhub.com and purchase your own pair of <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview(‘/outgoing/article_exit_link’);” href=”http://www.stubhub.com/jack-johnson-tickets/”>Jack Johnson tickets</a> today!
Johnson’s upcoming tour is set to start in July and will continue to run through mid-October. He starts things off in Hartford, Conn. and will wind his way around the country before closing up the tour in Santa Barbara this fall from Oct. 13 to 14.
Top Deals & Destinations of the Week!
Top Deals & Destinations of the Week!
I would usually put this one last – but it is so good, I have to make sure all eyes see it. If anyone has tried to travel over the holidays, you know the prices can double/triple during our days off! However, Funjet is offering flights from 9, yes 9 roundtrip to the Caribbean during the Holiday season – and that is just the beginning of these amazing deals. Yes, I’m a total Caribbean bum. The warm salty air, the miles and miles of sand that give way to some of the most gorgeous turquoise water anywhere is enough motivation than I need. That image coupled with the fact that its now cheaper then ever before to go, makes the Caribbean the bonus destination this week! Fly into the Caribbean and stay for 3 nights during this Holiday Sale for 9 and you save 0 per person! You say you want added value? Alright, how about bring the kiddies along and they will stay, play and eat free! You have to love the Holidays!
Now that I got the holiday excitement out of the way, here are the best deals and destinations of the week!
Hawaii. Although this might sound like an automatic for most people, it must fall on any list of places to go. Comprised of hundreds of islands spread over 1500 miles, the state of Hawaii has been a sod after spot for families, honeymooners and everyone else looking to enjoy its acclimate weather and its lush beaches, not to mention their bewildering gold, red, green and black sands. With breast cancer awareness month upon us, you can battle two issues with one preverbal stone. You can visit the amazing island of Oahu for 5 nights including air for 9, while helping out a very important cause. The “Travel Pink, Travel Oahu” makes donations to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Travel during this time will save you close to 0; as oppose to traveling there during the high season.
Ghent Film Festival, IEBA Honors Chubby Checker, Content and Communications World, Viennale 2009, ShowEast, Highlight October Events
Ghent Film Festival, IEBA Honors Chubby Checker, Content and Communications World, Viennale 2009, ShowEast, Highlight October Events
MIPCOM, in Cannes through October 9, is the global content event for creating, co-producing, buying, selling, financing and distributing entertainment content across all platforms, that provides the key decision-makers in the TV, film, digital and audiovisual content, production and distribution industry with a market conference and networking forum to discover future trends and trade content rights on a global level. The New School Office of Career Development in conjunction with The Office of Alumni Relations, New School for Drama, New School for Jazz and Contemporary Studies, Mannes College and others, presents “Careers in Performing Arts,” an Alumni Panel and networking event, at its campus in Greenwich Village, on October 6. The Ghent Film Festival (Flanders International Film Festival-Ghent) in Ghent, first established in 1974 as a student’s festival, is now recognized by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (IFFPA) as a competitive festival primarily geared towards the “impact of music on film”. The festival organizes film music concerts, giving composers of film scores a platform to showcase from. The official CD Release Party for Kyoko Oyobe (www.myspace.com/kyokooyobe) Jazz Trio, recorded live at Smalls Jazz Club, happens October 8 in New York, and features Kyoko Oyobe, piano Michael O’Brien, bass Clifford Barbaro, drums, Saul Rubin, guitar. A subsequent jazz recital happens at Fat Cat Jazz Club, in Greenwich Village, on October 15.
The Chicago International Film Festival, October 8-21, will have an opening night cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres, and after the festival starts you can listen to experienced film composers, musicians, and directors break down the process of finding collaborators, sourcing new and existing music, and producing the perfect harmony between sound and image at the panel “Score! Music on Film”. ` International Entertainment Buyers Association, founded in 1970 as a non-profit trade organization for talent buyers, concert promoters, agents, managers, artists and other related entertainment professionals, starts its 2009 conference in Downtown Nashville, October 11-13. Among slated events IEBA will honor the iconic Chubby Checker who had the number 1 song of the sixties, “The Twist,” which topped the charts at number1 twice. Content and Communications World is the fall conference and exhibition for media and communications technology, opening in New York for two days on October 14. CCW features three events in one location – HD World, SATCON, and IP Media Expo. The Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) was started with a mandate for the advancement of understanding and cultural exchange among the peoples of Asia, the Pacific and North America through the medium of film, and at this year’s event in Honolulu will host an all day event to honor award winning TV program LOST, which is shot on the island of Oahu with the Vision in Film Award. BlogWorld and New Media Expo 2009, October 15-17 in Las Vegas, is for any Blogger, Podcaster, Vlogger, Internet TV or Radio Broadcaster, Social Media expert or producer of any other form of new media content to attend and extend their expertise with strategies, tools and techniques.
Film, Stage and ShowBiz Expo happens this year in Los Angeles for one day, on October 17. On site at the Expo, Disney Theatrical Group and Telsey + Company will be holding casting calls for major Broadway musical productions. During this year’s 2009 Digital Hollywood Fall, October 19-22 in Santa Monica, some special events will include: Executive Round Table and Cocktail Event; VIP Content Rights Dinner; Digital Hollywood Finance Dinner; a VIP Breakfast Briefing; and End-of-Day Poolside Reception. During Vienna based Viennale 2009, running October 22 through November 4, directors and actors will join the celebratory opening in the Gartenbaukino, with a number of other film guests, such as Tilda Swinton, to whom the Viennale dedicates a Tribute this year. The festival will close with the Austrian premier of the latest film of the brothers Ethan and Joel Coen: A Serious Man. Cinema exhibition professionals come to Nielsen Film Group’s ShowEast in Orlando, October 26-29, for film screenings of major studio and independent feature films slated for holiday release, as well as product reel presentations, special events with Hollywood actors, educational seminars and to find the latest products, services and technologies at the trade show. The Urban Individualists (www.theurbanindividualists.org) close out their year of art showcases with two shows in the month, first with a Brooklyn opening October 23 of ‘Heaven and Hall’, showing works exploring theological themes by male members of the collective, including Paul Deo (www.myspace.com/pauldeo). They open again on October 31 in Manhattan’s upper west side with ‘Masquerade – False Faces’ a multimedia exhibition which includes masks and other art works. Both events feature live music, poetry readings, refreshments, and are free and open to the public.
Your Kailua Kona Vacation
Your Kailua Kona Vacation
Hawaii’s Big Island is filled with supremely satisfying sights, but none is quite equal to Kailua Kona. Nestled at the bottom of Hualalai volcano and tucked along the picturesque shoreline of Kailua Bay, this stretch of vacationing heaven is just what you need to replenish your energy and recharge your soul.
Not to be confused with Kailua of Oahu, Kailua Kona is an attractive locale sometimes referred to only as Kona. If you can keep all of that straight (it’s really not too hard), you’ll be free to discover everything offered here, and we promise it’ll be worth it.
Start out by exploring the main street, Ali’i Drive, where you’ll get a taste for the history of this region as a playground for kings and later on, a site for sea fishing and missionary work. Modern conveniences now add to the flavor, so be assured that you’ll see plenty of grocery stores, shopping opportunities, and restaurants. The Ali’i Gardens Marketplace is the location for all the Hawaiian arts and crafts, Kona coffee, and fresh produce that you’ll want to sample while you’re here, so make some time to soak it all in.
Top Ten Honeymoon Destinations!
Top Ten Honeymoon Destinations!
When my husband and I were first engaged, we decided to visit the Hawaiian Islands for our honeymoon and, simply put, our dreams came true! With miles of sandy beaches, balmy breezes, hiking trails, snorkeling trips and breath taking sunsets, it is easy to see why Hawaii is among the top ten honeymoon destinations and a favorite for romantic vacations!
Don’t be afraid of “island hopping” and moving around; spend a night in Hana and a few in Kaanapali or on Kauai. All the islands offer something different, so take the time to carefully plan and you’re sure to make memories that will last a lifetime. Many on line activity planning services offer free travel guides or books for each island and the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau can be a great source of information.
Moon in Aries & Mars in Gemini Square to Saturn in Virgo & Moon Moseys into Taurus on Tuesday (August 10-11, 2009) Hawaiian Tropical Storm
Moon in Aries & Mars in Gemini Square to Saturn in Virgo & Moon Moseys into Taurus on Tuesday (August 10-11, 2009) Hawaiian Tropical Storm
The Hurricane Felicia heading for Hawaii has been downgraded to a tropical storm. There is still emergency- preparedness to anticipate possible changes and for expected flush floods and heavy rains. As a member of the CERT Community Emergency Response Team I have been privy of the concerted efforts of volunteers and government agencies to be prepared for the worst. I must say I am pretty impressed with it! Considering the disaster of the non-organization for Katrina and the experience of Hurricane Iniki hitting Kauai ’92 I think we are well prepared as much as possible.
With the hopefully not devastating effects of Felicia we can consider this a practice run and wake-up call for individual preparedness! I am a strong believer of preparing for the worst and praying for the best. We in Hawaii always have the potential of Hurricanes coming our way as well as earth crust activities around the islands which can result in smaller or bigger earth quakes.
