Friday, December 27, 2013




2014 Waikiki New Year's Fireworks!

2014 Waikiki New Year's Fireworks!

Mahalo nui Waikiki Improvement Association!
Sponsored by the members of the Waikīkī Improvement Association, the New Year’s fireworks show will start at 11:55 pm on December 31st.  From a barge just off Waikiki Beach, one announcement salute will be fired every minute until 1 minute before midnight.  This is the signal for everyone to direct their attention toward the ocean and to tune your radio to Hawaiian 105 KINE FM to enjoy music choreographed by Fireworks by Grucci to accompany and enhance your viewing experience.

Exactly at midnight a barrage of colorful salutes will signal the start of the New Year, accompanied by a jazz version of Aud Lang Syne.  The 10 - 12 minute fireworks show will include designs of palm trees, rings, strobes, sparkling fans, colorful falling leaves, brocades and willows falling to the ocean.  The show will end with the famous Grucci Grand Finale. More than 1,800 shells will be fired during the show.

More than 100,000 kamaaina and visitors will view this extravaganza of light and color launched from an offshore barge, visible all along Waikiki Beach.   It will be a show worthy of our world-class destination and also symbolizes Waikiki Improvement Association members practicing the spirit of Lokahi - or unity as they have all come together to make this event possible.

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Kahanamoku Beach - Waikiki O'ahu

Kuhio Beach - Waikiki O'ahu

Queen Kapi'olani Hotel Christmas Tree 2013

Park Shore Waikiki Christmas Tree 2013

Waikiki Resort Hotel Christmas Tree 2013

Pacific Beach Hotel Christmas Tree 2013

Hale Koa Hotel Christmas Tree 2013

Hilton Ali'i Tower Christmas Tree 2013

Hilton Tapa Tower Christmas Tree 2013

Hilton Kalia Tower Christmas Tree 2013

Hilton Grand Waikikian Christmas Tree 2013

Hilton Lagoon Tower Christmas Tree 2013

Monday, December 23, 2013

Lanikai Beach - Kailua O'ahu

Sean Na'auao - 12/26 - Complimentary Cultural Programming



Enjoy Hawaiian music by the talented singer, musician, composer and producer Sean Na'auao at The Royal Grove.

DATE
December 26, 2013

TIME

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Malu - 12/24- Complimentary Cultural Programming



Enjoy timeless Hawaiian classics accompanied by the lovely Hula 'Auana styling of Malu, an award-winning entertainment production from Honolulu.  This evening's Pau Hana Jam will showcase Hula performances of the Kalakaua period, island standards and the Hollywood era.

December 24, 2013 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Outrigger Reef on the Beach Christmas tree 2013

Outrigger Reef on the Beach Christmas tree 2013


Outrigger Reef on the Beach Gingerbread Contest 2013






Outrigger Reef on the Beach Christmas Tree 2013

Outrigger Reef on the Beach Christmas Tree 2013

Halekulani Christmas Tree 2013

Halekulani Christmas Tree 2013

The Royal Hawaiian Christmas Tree 2013

The Royal Hawaiian Christmas Tree 2013


The Royal Hawaiian Christmas Tree 2013

The Royal Hawaiian Christmas Tree 2013

Sheraton Waikiki Christmas Sand Castles




Sheraton Waikiki Christmas Tree 2013

Sheraton Waikiki Christmas Tree 2013

Sheraton Waikiki Christmas Sand Castles 2013

Sheraton Waikiki Christmas Sand Castles 2013

mahalo nui Thomas Koet & Jill Harris!



Waikiki Parc Hotel Christmas Tree 2013

Waikiki Parc Hotel Christmas Tree 2013

KAIWA - TEPPAN & SUSHI

KAIWA - TEPPAN & SUSHI 


When translating KAIWA, there are many interpretations possible, all of which are incorporated in our concept of a dining experience to engage the senses.
KAI, by itself, means “oceans” and WA can mean “Japan” and “circle.”
KAIWA means “conversation”, as well as “harmony,” “balance” and “symphony.”
KAIWA is an endless circle of integration and inspiration. We achieve balance and harmony, though modern interpretations of classic cuisine, as well as novel and innovative approaches toward ambiance and style. We are a meeting of minds from across many oceans. The conversation between East and West, traditional and contemporary, Japan and Hawaii, the active and still, is a symphony to engage the senses.


Waikiki Beach Walk 2nd Floor
226 Lewers St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
Reservation: 808-924-1555
Business hours:
Lunch 11:30 am – 2 pm
Dinner 5 pm – 11 pm (Last order 10:15 pm)


Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Pu'uhonua - Enjoy free Hawaiian music!

Mahalo nui loa!



Enjoy nahenahe (sweet) music, stories, hula and smiles by Pu'uhonua.

DATE
December 19, 2013
TIME
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
LOCATION
The Royal Grove