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Rogue Wave of Laughter Hits Waikiki

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Mon 8/30/2010

Destination: Oahu

The Society of Seven got their start in 1969. You would have probably called them a variety act then. Their success led to a regular gig in Las Vegas. Before they left for the mainland—almost 10 years ago—they trained a troupe to carry on in Waikiki. Through September 20, the Vegas version is home, performing at the showroom at Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach.
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Adventure Napali and Beyond to Niihau

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Fri 8/27/2010

Destination: Kauai

Earlier this summer, we asked our Facebook fans to share their favorite Hawaii adventures. Far and away, the number one favorite adventure in Hawaii takes place on the ocean. At least, for our Facebook fans. Of all the water related activities mentioned, experiencing Kauai's Napali Coastline ranked right at the top.
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Hot Dogs in Hawaii

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Mon 8/2/2010

Destination: Kauai

Now, Hawaii is quite a distance from Chicago. And, when it comes to food, Hawaii is known for items that never passed my lips when I was growing up in the Midwest. Shoots, most I had never heard of before vacationing in Hawaii. Like saimin. Manapua. Poke. Lomilomi salmon. Poi. But even Hawaii has its hot dogs.
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Sweet Treats in Hawaii

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Thu 7/29/2010

Destination: Kauai

You've probably noticed it in your community. Farmers markets are popping up everywhere. Boxes of produce from CSAs are appearing on the doorsteps of residential homes in your neigborhood. Instead of lemonade, kids are putting up roadside stands for fruits and vegetables with a box and a slot for your coins and bills. It's the same in Hawaii.
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Koloa Sugar Produces Sweet Memories

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Mon 7/26/2010

Destination: Kauai

Some of my favorite childhood memories include sitting at my grandpa’s feet with my brothers and cousins while the storyteller of our family shared tales of his own childhood. My grandfather’s stories of growing up in the country on the outskirts of St. Louis, Missouri, always fascinated me. Sitting outside the Koloa Mill last week while Earl Smith and Stella Burgess talked about life on the sugar plantation, I felt like time had reeled back forty years, and I was sitting at my grandfather’s knee.
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How To Surf Without Getting Wet

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Wed 7/21/2010

Destination: Oahu

Stop by Nico’s at Pier 38, because a surfer has to fill up the tank for a good workout. If you’re up for the dawn patrol, order the fish and eggs. If you’re more of a late riser, go for the Furikake Pan-Seared Ahi with Ginger-Garlic-Cilantro dip. And you don’t have to stop at the ATM before you head out. Prices are shockingly reasonable, especially for the portions and quality.
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A Weekend On Kauai

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Tue 7/20/2010

Destination: Kauai

Saturday night found us at the Kapaa Jodo Mission for their annual bon dance festival. We ate “pronto pups” (you may know them as corn dogs) and “flying saucers” (a.k.a sloppy joe’s) and chili rice, the staple foods of these events happening most every weekend throughout the summer across the Hawaiians Islands.
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Laysan Albatross Chicks Fledge from Hawaii

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Thu 7/8/2010

Destination: Kauai

This is Laysan Albatross K884. When I helped band it a couple months ago, it was much fluffier than here. Apart from a few tufts of grey, like sideburns, on its cheeks and a darker-colored bill. This Laysan albatross chick looks much like an adult. It weighs, however, much less than its breeding parents.
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Under Wraps: Kilauea Point Lighthouse

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Tue 7/6/2010

Destination: Kauai

For the next two years, Kilauea Point Lighthouse will undergo renovation. The first order of business will be to "wrap" the lens. A layer of foam will go in first, then, Tyvek and, finally, plywood. It's expected the lens will be covered for the duration of the rennovation--upwards of two years--and will be complete well in advance of the the Kilauea Lighthouse's 100th anniversary on May 1, 2013. We'll bring you details of the restoration, as well as, stories and facts about the lighthouse throughout the process.
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Plans and Travel Don't Always Merge. Even in Hawaii

Kim Steutermann Rogers on Sat 6/26/2010

Destination: Maui

It was a simple plan, albeit a tad tight on time if any delays would occur at the airport. But Hawaiian Airlines is the number one airline for on-time arrivals—not in the top three, not number one of major international carriers—so I felt comfortable with my schedule. You know where this is headed, don’t you? You know what they say about making plans, right?
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