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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Waikiki Resort Hotel is very well located in the heart of Waikiki, half a block away from the Kuhio Beach section of world famous Waikiki Beach and in the shadow of iconic Diamond Head. Being near Kuhio Beach is a real plus, as it is the most interesting part of Waikiki Beach because it is wide, sandy, nicely landscaped, and it is home to the beachboy stands which send out surfers and outrigger canoes. The hotel is also within walking distance of other popular attractions such as Kapi`olani Park (great for morning or evening walks), the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, the International Marketplace, King's Village shops, and a multitude of restaurants and other attractions.
Contact info:
2460 Koa Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815 USA
phone: 808-922-4911
web:
www.waikikiresort.com
Room amenities:
Each guest room is equipped with air conditioning, private balcony, high speed Internet access (plug in available in room, not Wi-Fi, for surcharge of $9.95 plus tax per 24 hour period as of 7/12), hair dryers, ironing boards with irons, refrigerator, shower or shower and 1/2 bath tub, clock radio, color TV with on demand movies and games, and an in-room safe (surcharge) .
Facility amenities:
Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and pool deck, sundry and gift shops, self-service laundry, a laundry and dry cleaning service, a 24-hour business center, two restaurants, and a 24-hour bell desk, front desk, Wi-Fi availalbe in lobby (no fee) and hotel security service.
Smoking policy:
No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights before:
See rates in comments section
2013 Double/Single Rates: $120.00 + tax for January-March, July-August, & December $110.00 + tax for April-June, September -November
Check in time:
3:00 PM
Day One: Saturday, February 02
- Registration/Welcome & Introductions
Afternoon:
Program registration at the hotel
Dinner:
Hotel restaurant
Evening:
Introductions with members of the group
Lodging:
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Meals Included:
Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Waikiki Resort Hotel is very well located in the heart of Waikiki, half a block away from the Kuhio Beach section of world famous Waikiki Beach and in the shadow of iconic Diamond Head. Being near Kuhio Beach is a real plus, as it is the most interesting part of Waikiki Beach because it is wide, sandy, nicely landscaped, and it is home to the beachboy stands which send out surfers and outrigger canoes. The hotel is also within walking distance of other popular attractions such as Kapi`olani Park (great for morning or evening walks), the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, the International Marketplace, King's Village shops, and a multitude of restaurants and other attractions.
Contact info:
2460 Koa Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815 USA
phone: 808-922-4911
web:
www.waikikiresort.com
Room amenities:
Each guest room is equipped with air conditioning, private balcony, high speed Internet access (plug in available in room, not Wi-Fi, for surcharge of $9.95 plus tax per 24 hour period as of 7/12), hair dryers, ironing boards with irons, refrigerator, shower or shower and 1/2 bath tub, clock radio, color TV with on demand movies and games, and an in-room safe (surcharge) .
Facility amenities:
Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and pool deck, sundry and gift shops, self-service laundry, a laundry and dry cleaning service, a 24-hour business center, two restaurants, and a 24-hour bell desk, front desk, Wi-Fi availalbe in lobby (no fee) and hotel security service.
Smoking policy:
No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights before:
See rates in comments section
2013 Double/Single Rates: $120.00 + tax for January-March, July-August, & December $110.00 + tax for April-June, September -November
Check in time:
3:00 PM
Day Two: Sunday, February 03
- Orientation/Hawaiian Culture Class/Bishop Museum & Punchbowl/Evening...
Orientation/Hawaiian Culture Class/Bishop Museum & Punchbowl/Evening Class
Breakfast:
Hotel restaurant
Morning:
Program orientation and Introductory Hawaiian Culture Class: “Eia Hawaii, He Moku, He Kanaka” (Here is Hawaii, an island, a human).
Lunch:
Hotel Restaurant
Afternoon:
Field trip to Bishop Museum and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific - Designated the State Museum of Natural and Cultural History, Bishop Museum is dedicated to telling the story of Hawaii and its place in the Pacific. Docent-Guided visit of museum, free time to explore on your own, and a live performance of Music and Dance of Hawaii. Next, we visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Puowaina (Punchbowl) Crater.
Dinner:
At a local area restaurant
Evening:
Class: Stories of Hawaii
Lodging:
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Waikiki Resort Hotel is very well located in the heart of Waikiki, half a block away from the Kuhio Beach section of world famous Waikiki Beach and in the shadow of iconic Diamond Head. Being near Kuhio Beach is a real plus, as it is the most interesting part of Waikiki Beach because it is wide, sandy, nicely landscaped, and it is home to the beachboy stands which send out surfers and outrigger canoes. The hotel is also within walking distance of other popular attractions such as Kapi`olani Park (great for morning or evening walks), the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, the International Marketplace, King's Village shops, and a multitude of restaurants and other attractions.
Contact info:
2460 Koa Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815 USA
phone: 808-922-4911
web:
www.waikikiresort.com
Room amenities:
Each guest room is equipped with air conditioning, private balcony, high speed Internet access (plug in available in room, not Wi-Fi, for surcharge of $9.95 plus tax per 24 hour period as of 7/12), hair dryers, ironing boards with irons, refrigerator, shower or shower and 1/2 bath tub, clock radio, color TV with on demand movies and games, and an in-room safe (surcharge) .
Facility amenities:
Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and pool deck, sundry and gift shops, self-service laundry, a laundry and dry cleaning service, a 24-hour business center, two restaurants, and a 24-hour bell desk, front desk, Wi-Fi availalbe in lobby (no fee) and hotel security service.
Smoking policy:
No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights before:
See rates in comments section
2013 Double/Single Rates: $120.00 + tax for January-March, July-August, & December $110.00 + tax for April-June, September -November
Check in time:
3:00 PM
Day Three: Monday, February 04
- Queen Emma Summer Palace/Oahu's East End/ Class: Date of Infamy
Breakfast:
Hotel restaurant
Morning:
This field trip starts with a stop at Hanaiakamalama (Queen Emma Summer Palace), where the collection includes personal belongings and furnishings of Queen Emma. A scenic bus trip over the historic Nuuanu Pali will take you to Kawainui Marsh, the site of many heiau (ancient temples) and home to a number of endangered birds, fish, and Hawaiian plants.
Lunch:
Picnic Lunch at the beach
Afternoon:
Field Trip: Oahu's spectacular east end which will take you along a coastal road providing spectacular views of the ocean and the Koolau Mountains - before returning to the hotel.
Dinner:
Dinner is on your own to experience the different types of fare Hawaii has to offer.
Evening:
Optional Class: "Date of Infamy"
Lodging:
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Waikiki Resort Hotel is very well located in the heart of Waikiki, half a block away from the Kuhio Beach section of world famous Waikiki Beach and in the shadow of iconic Diamond Head. Being near Kuhio Beach is a real plus, as it is the most interesting part of Waikiki Beach because it is wide, sandy, nicely landscaped, and it is home to the beachboy stands which send out surfers and outrigger canoes. The hotel is also within walking distance of other popular attractions such as Kapi`olani Park (great for morning or evening walks), the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, the International Marketplace, King's Village shops, and a multitude of restaurants and other attractions.
Contact info:
2460 Koa Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815 USA
phone: 808-922-4911
web:
www.waikikiresort.com
Room amenities:
Each guest room is equipped with air conditioning, private balcony, high speed Internet access (plug in available in room, not Wi-Fi, for surcharge of $9.95 plus tax per 24 hour period as of 7/12), hair dryers, ironing boards with irons, refrigerator, shower or shower and 1/2 bath tub, clock radio, color TV with on demand movies and games, and an in-room safe (surcharge) .
Facility amenities:
Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and pool deck, sundry and gift shops, self-service laundry, a laundry and dry cleaning service, a 24-hour business center, two restaurants, and a 24-hour bell desk, front desk, Wi-Fi availalbe in lobby (no fee) and hotel security service.
Smoking policy:
No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights before:
See rates in comments section
2013 Double/Single Rates: $120.00 + tax for January-March, July-August, & December $110.00 + tax for April-June, September -November
Check in time:
3:00 PM
Day Four: Tuesday, February 05
- Class: Island Formation/Class: Corals and Coral Reefs/USS Arizona...
Class: Island Formation/Class: Corals and Coral Reefs/USS Arizona Memorial/Hawaiian Cultural Event
Breakfast:
Hotel restaurant
Morning:
Learn about how the Hawaiian Islands came to be while attending morning classes: "Island Formation" and "Corals and Coral Reefs".
Lunch:
Hotel restaurant
Afternoon:
Field Trip to the USS Arizona Memorial National Historic Park - View a historical film in the theater, board the launch for a ride across Pearl Harbor to the USS Arizona Memorial, and explore the museum and book shop.
Dinner:
Hotel restaurant
Evening:
Enjoy an evening with a local Hawaiian cultural organization, sharing music, crafts and aloha.
Lodging:
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Waikiki Resort Hotel is very well located in the heart of Waikiki, half a block away from the Kuhio Beach section of world famous Waikiki Beach and in the shadow of iconic Diamond Head. Being near Kuhio Beach is a real plus, as it is the most interesting part of Waikiki Beach because it is wide, sandy, nicely landscaped, and it is home to the beachboy stands which send out surfers and outrigger canoes. The hotel is also within walking distance of other popular attractions such as Kapi`olani Park (great for morning or evening walks), the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, the International Marketplace, King's Village shops, and a multitude of restaurants and other attractions.
Contact info:
2460 Koa Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815 USA
phone: 808-922-4911
web:
www.waikikiresort.com
Room amenities:
Each guest room is equipped with air conditioning, private balcony, high speed Internet access (plug in available in room, not Wi-Fi, for surcharge of $9.95 plus tax per 24 hour period as of 7/12), hair dryers, ironing boards with irons, refrigerator, shower or shower and 1/2 bath tub, clock radio, color TV with on demand movies and games, and an in-room safe (surcharge) .
Facility amenities:
Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and pool deck, sundry and gift shops, self-service laundry, a laundry and dry cleaning service, a 24-hour business center, two restaurants, and a 24-hour bell desk, front desk, Wi-Fi availalbe in lobby (no fee) and hotel security service.
Smoking policy:
No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights before:
See rates in comments section
2013 Double/Single Rates: $120.00 + tax for January-March, July-August, & December $110.00 + tax for April-June, September -November
Check in time:
3:00 PM
Day Five: Wednesday, February 06
- Free Day
Breakfast:
On your own to explore local eateries
Morning:
Free day to explore individual interests. You may wish to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center as an optional free time activity at a specially-arranged reduced rate (see notes section and purchase form attached). You may also want to consider a visit to one of many free time activities such as: Iolani Palace the official residence of King David Kalakaua (1882-1891) and Queen Lili`uokalani (1891-1893), the last monarchs of Hawaii; or snorkeling at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve designated as a State Underwater Park and is the first Marine Life Conservation District in the State.
Lunch:
On your own to explore local eateries
Afternoon:
Free day continues
Dinner:
On your own to explore local eateries
Evening:
Free evening
Lodging:
Waikiki Resort Hotel
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
This kamaaiana (local) property is located on the harbor side of Kaahumanu Avenue in Kahului, Maui and is conveniently located near the airport and program sites. It is a 30 minute drive from several lovely beaches (shuttles available or cars can be rented from airport - hotel has a free shuttle to airport). There is a large shopping mall across the street.
Contact info:
170 Kaahumanu Avenue
Kahului, Maui, HI 96732 USA
phone: 808-877-0051
web:
www.mauibeachhotel.net
Room amenities:
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioner, complimentary broadband internet access (no Wi-Fi in rooms), cable TV with Pay-Per-View movies, mini-refrigerator, alarm clock, telephone with voicemail, in- room safe, and iron/ironing boards.
Facility amenities:
This full service has a swimming pool and pool deck. As it is located on a “harbor” beach, swimming is not recommended here. The town of Kihei (a 30 minute drive) has several swimming beaches. There is free parking at the hotel, free airport Shuttle (6am to 9pm), free high speed internet, 24-Hour front desk, copy/fax service, computer internet kiosks through Shaka Net located in lobby, free Wi-Fi in the lobby, and a coin operated laundry.
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights after:
See comment below.
Additional nights are available at the Maui Beach Hotel if your Road Scholar program begins or concludes on Maui. 2013 Road Scholar Rates: Standard $125.00 + taxes Deluxe * $160.00 + taxes * At the Maui Beach Hotel, your program uses deluxe rooms. You may want to consider booking a deluxe room for your post-program stay to avoid having to change rooms. The Maui Beach Hotel also currently provides free shuttle service to and from the airport.
Check out time:
11:00 AM
Day Six: Thursday, February 07
- Fly to Maui/Iao Valley State Park/Class: Hawaii’s Humpback Whale...
Fly to Maui/Iao Valley State Park/Class: Hawaii’s Humpback Whale Behavior
Note:
Iao Valley field trip: scenic drive with interpretation on bus. When you reach the the park, there is an option of climbing 131 stairs to the top or staying at the bottom at the visitor's center or on the bus.
Breakfast:
Hotel restaurant
Morning:
Check out of hotel and transfer to airport for a short flight to Maui
Lunch:
Picnic lunch in beautiful Kepaniwai Park and Heritage Gardens. The park features structures representative of Hawai`i’s cultural heritage.
Afternoon:
Field trip to Iao Valley State Park – Lush green Iao Valley is a sacred site to the Hawaiian people and is the historic location of a fierce battle between Maui warriors and the army of Kamehameha I. We'll discuss the area's natural and cultural history.
Dinner:
Hotel restaurant
Evening:
Class: Hawaii’s Humpback Whale Behavior
Lodging:
Maui Beach Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
This kamaaiana (local) property is located on the harbor side of Kaahumanu Avenue in Kahului, Maui and is conveniently located near the airport and program sites. It is a 30 minute drive from several lovely beaches (shuttles available or cars can be rented from airport - hotel has a free shuttle to airport). There is a large shopping mall across the street.
Contact info:
170 Kaahumanu Avenue
Kahului, Maui, HI 96732 USA
phone: 808-877-0051
web:
www.mauibeachhotel.net
Room amenities:
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioner, complimentary broadband internet access (no Wi-Fi in rooms), cable TV with Pay-Per-View movies, mini-refrigerator, alarm clock, telephone with voicemail, in- room safe, and iron/ironing boards.
Facility amenities:
This full service has a swimming pool and pool deck. As it is located on a “harbor” beach, swimming is not recommended here. The town of Kihei (a 30 minute drive) has several swimming beaches. There is free parking at the hotel, free airport Shuttle (6am to 9pm), free high speed internet, 24-Hour front desk, copy/fax service, computer internet kiosks through Shaka Net located in lobby, free Wi-Fi in the lobby, and a coin operated laundry.
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights after:
See comment below.
Additional nights are available at the Maui Beach Hotel if your Road Scholar program begins or concludes on Maui. 2013 Road Scholar Rates: Standard $125.00 + taxes Deluxe * $160.00 + taxes * At the Maui Beach Hotel, your program uses deluxe rooms. You may want to consider booking a deluxe room for your post-program stay to avoid having to change rooms. The Maui Beach Hotel also currently provides free shuttle service to and from the airport.
Check out time:
11:00 AM
Day Seven: Friday, February 08
- Class: A Changing Maui/Lahaina/Historic Walking Tour
Breakfast:
Hotel restaurant
Morning:
Class: A Changing Maui After class, the group departs for a trip to Lahaina.
Lunch:
Explore Lahaina's restaurants on your own
Afternoon:
Free time to explore Lahaina. Suggested activity: Lahaina Walking Tour (tickets provided) – self-guided walk through historic Lahaina. Learn about the colorful past of this old whaling town and its history as the first capital of Hawai`i as you visit sites on the Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s walking tour of cultural and historic sites.
Dinner:
Hotel restaurant
Evening:
Free Evening
Lodging:
Maui Beach Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
This kamaaiana (local) property is located on the harbor side of Kaahumanu Avenue in Kahului, Maui and is conveniently located near the airport and program sites. It is a 30 minute drive from several lovely beaches (shuttles available or cars can be rented from airport - hotel has a free shuttle to airport). There is a large shopping mall across the street.
Contact info:
170 Kaahumanu Avenue
Kahului, Maui, HI 96732 USA
phone: 808-877-0051
web:
www.mauibeachhotel.net
Room amenities:
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioner, complimentary broadband internet access (no Wi-Fi in rooms), cable TV with Pay-Per-View movies, mini-refrigerator, alarm clock, telephone with voicemail, in- room safe, and iron/ironing boards.
Facility amenities:
This full service has a swimming pool and pool deck. As it is located on a “harbor” beach, swimming is not recommended here. The town of Kihei (a 30 minute drive) has several swimming beaches. There is free parking at the hotel, free airport Shuttle (6am to 9pm), free high speed internet, 24-Hour front desk, copy/fax service, computer internet kiosks through Shaka Net located in lobby, free Wi-Fi in the lobby, and a coin operated laundry.
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights after:
See comment below.
Additional nights are available at the Maui Beach Hotel if your Road Scholar program begins or concludes on Maui. 2013 Road Scholar Rates: Standard $125.00 + taxes Deluxe * $160.00 + taxes * At the Maui Beach Hotel, your program uses deluxe rooms. You may want to consider booking a deluxe room for your post-program stay to avoid having to change rooms. The Maui Beach Hotel also currently provides free shuttle service to and from the airport.
Check out time:
11:00 AM
Day Eight: Saturday, February 09
- Maui Ocean Center/Hawaiian Lei Making/Aloha (Farewell) Dinner/Aloha...
Maui Ocean Center/Hawaiian Lei Making/Aloha (Farewell) Dinner/Aloha Program
Breakfast:
Hotel restaurant
Morning:
Field trip : Maui Ocean Center - This state-of-the-art marine park is dedicated to fostering understanding, wonder and respect for Hawaii’s marine life. Its collections include spectacular live coral displays (the largest collection in the nation), elusive garden eels, majestic lionfish, the colorful Hawaiian wrasse, green sea turtles, sharks, rays and more.
Lunch:
Seascape Restaurant at Maui Ocean Center
Afternoon:
Have a lesson in Hawaiian Lei making where you will learn how to string your very own fresh flower lei to wear to dinner and your Aloha Program.
Dinner:
Hotel restaurant
Evening:
Aloha (Farewell) Program
Lodging:
Maui Beach Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Free Time Opportunities
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Hanauma Bay
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is one of the most spectacular natural resources in Hawaii and is dedicated to safeguarding the fragile marine life in the Bay. It is one of the more popular recreational swimming, snorkeling and picnicking areas on O`ahu. The bay itself is legally designated as a State Underwater Park and is the first Marine Life Conservation District in the State. 7455 Kalaniana`ole Highway. (Enter Hanauma Bay Education Center off the main coastal road Kalanaianaole Highway Route 72 near the eastern tip of Oahu). Pre-recorded Information: (808) 396-4229. Open daily from 6:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. except on Tuesdays. Admission Price - $7.50per person. $1.00 per car to park. (prices subject to change)
For additional information, visit:
www1.honolulu.gov/parks/facility/hanaumabay
Shop in Waikiki and in the Greater Honolulu Area
Waikiki is a great place to shop and offers prestigious retailers such as Tiffany & Co., Chanel, Gucci and Louis Vuitton as well as more modest stores such as the ever-present ABC Stores and the world-famous International Market Place. The Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center contains 150 stores and restaurants on four levels. Ala Moana Shopping Center, located in the heart of Honolulu, is one of the largest open-air shopping centers in the world with more than 200 stores to meet your every need. The Center is recognized as having the flagship stores for most major international, national and local retailers. Other nearby malls in Honolulu to shop at include Aloha Tower Marketplace; Ward Warehouse and Ward Center, across from Fisherman’s Wharf; and Kahala Mall in Kahala.
Waikiki at Night
At night Waikiki is an exuberant world of shops, bistros and neon lights, alive with people, and complete with amusing street entertainers. Often heralded as the ambassadors of aloha, these musicians, singers, mimes, drummers, and a myriad of other performers give Waikiki a local color and ambience found nowhere else in the Hawaiian Islands. Street performers start about 8pm and ends about 10pm.
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
Garden Tours Available: Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, weekly, 150 Kanaloa Ave. Kahului, HI 96732 Tours cover the natural history, conservation and ethnobotanical uses of native Hawaiian and Polynesian-introduced plants as well as the Gardens' projects in these areas. Tours are free with a suggested donation of $5 per person. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 808-249-2798.
For additional information, visit:
www.mnbg.org
Ulalena - Maui Theatre
Ulalena is a fabulously unique theatrical experience staged at Maui Theatre in historic Lahaina Town. An original presentation which has been acclaimed by critics as masterful, exhilarating and surprising. Ulalena tells the story of Hawaii through visual expression, song, acrobatics and dance. 878 Front Street, Lahaina, Maui Toll Free (877) 661 6655 or (808) 661 6655 Doors open daily at 6pm, Monday - Friday Prices start at $60.
For additional information, visit:
www.ulalena.com
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