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Hawaiian Vacation II

A May 2003 trip to Honolulu by GAZELLE1

Quote: Trail hike to Maunawilla Falls.
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Pagoda Hotel Best of IgoUgo

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We enjoyed staying here because it was not too expensive and was 2 blocks from the beach and Ala Moana Mall. The hotel has a small pool and a large koi pong with extremely large fish, along with a restaurant. The rooms were clean. The only bad thing was that one morning there was a large cane spider staring at me in the bathroom.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on April 19, 2006

Pagoda Hotel
1525 Rycroft Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
(808) 941-6611

Mauna Willa Falls Best of IgoUgo

Attraction

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This was supposes to be a quick jaunt through the hilly jungles outside of Honolulu to see some falls, and to swim in the deep lagoon fed by these waters. We started on a journey that was to be 2 hours, and we were on the trail for 4 hours. As the locals would say, we were truly "hauly!" We got lost, needless to say, on a trail that was split in two directions. There were signs that led us in the wrong direction, so beware.We traveled down a steep ravine, and then there were signs all over saying that the water has bacteria in it, and we still had not reached the falls, but we could hear what sounded like huge water flows. Later we were told that the wind in the mountains sounds like rushing water....Read More

Member Rating 1 out of 5 on April 19, 2006

Mauna Willa Falls
Outside the Na Pali Highway
Honolulu, Hawaii

Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Hanama Bay"

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Hanama Bay is a beautiful place to snorkel. There is an admission fee, which is nominal, to go into the bay, where they make you watch about a 10-minute video on protecting the reef and what not to do when snorkeling. You are also able to rent snorkel gear and rent lockers, both of which are not too expensive. We brought ours along, but I would advise renting a locker, because there are thieves around. But don't let that get you down, as the beautiful fish and underwater reef are really spectacular. The water is clear for several feet and not too deep, so this is a great way to see Hawaii inexpensively, and if you are a beginner.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on April 19, 2006

Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve
7455 Kalanianaole Highway
Honolulu, Hawaii 96825
(808) 396-4229

Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Pearl Harbor"

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We visited this historical sight the last day of our trip. This was a very fitting way to end our trip because we were already sad we were leaving and this place reminded me of how important Hawaiian history is. Finding this place was not difficult, just follow the signs, and when you park your car lock up your belongings. We entered the main building, grabbed a ticket stub which told us when we would be riding the boat (at least a 1 hour wait, arrive early!) And looked around at all the mini replicas of ships and some documents, but nothing really prepares you for the little movie that you watch before riding on the pontoon to the USS Arizona. It was so moving, that i cried. The movie basically summa...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on April 21, 2006

Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial
One Arizona Memorial Place
Honolulu, Hawaii 96818
(808) 422-0561

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