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The Joys of Kayaking HawaiiThe and Hawaii ... Travel Ezine, dated 01/15/01, by Lisa Weber
++++ In this Issue ++++ 01. The Joys of Kayaking Hawaii 02. Travels deals - Big Island, Maui, Oahu 03. Hawaiian Word - kai nui 04. Hawaiian article - Honeymooners on a budget 05. Content - Aloha 06. Website - Hawaiian Home Page 01. ---The Joys of Kayaking Hawaii--- Many people, when they think of kayaking, think of the narrow kayaks that tip over easily - not much fun if you can't keep your balance. Well, that's not how we do it here in Hawaii. If you want to experience a true ocean adventure, try ocean kayaking. You can rent kayaks in practically every Hawaiian town, at rates of about $40 a day. You can rent one seaters, or two seaters and go practically anywhere. The kayaks that are normally rented here are hard-plastic, ocean kayaks, that have molded seats on top of them. Because of this they are sometimes referred to as "sit-on-top kayaks. The kayaks are long and wide for better stability, and they are very easy to maneuver. You don't even need any lessons, just get in and go. I have an ocean kayak, and we take it everywhere. I can stand up on it and use it as a diving platform, and I can pull myself up on to it from water over my head. We sometimes fish from our kayak, but mostly we just take it out on the water and paddle around. Sometimes we see dolphins, usually we see turtles, we always see fish - and I hope to see a whale up close soon. Try renting one on a calm day, listen to any safety precautions the renter may have, wear your life vests, practice close to shore, and then have fun! ---Web Travel Deals Watch--- ** check the web sites for details and restrictions --------------------------------------------- Pleasant Hawaiian Holiday's package for the Big Islands Outrigger Waikoloa Beach Hotel from $673 per person for 5 nights. Room and amenities, plus a car. --------------------------------------------- 5th night free vacation packages for Maui and Oahu --------------------------------------------- ---Hawaiian Word of the Week--- kai nui - (kye noo-ee) - high tide, big sea 04. ---Hawaiian Article/Information Watch--- Hawaiian Honeymooners on a Budget This article was written by a vacationer who enjoyed Maui, while not spending big bucks. She recommends the Kihe Akahi Condos, and a trip to Hana. 05. ---Aloha--- Hawaii is the Aloha state right - but what does that mean? Aloha is a Hawaiian word that has many meaning, some of which are hello, goodbye, love, mercy … But Aloha itself is more of a state of mind, and a way of acting. It is being nice always, saying hi to people as they pass you on the street, helping people in need, letting another car go in front of you - come to Hawaii, you will see. Visit this link to read about the Aloha Spirit law, unique to Hawaii. Aloha Spirit Law 06. ---Hawaiian Website Watch--- The Hawaiian Home Page The Hawaiian Home Page This page has practically everything you want to know about the **real** Hawaii. Language, culture, attitudes, outlook, links - everything. The Hawaiian Language lessons are truly amazing, and the mini culture lessons are fascinating. Have a story or a question you'd like to share? E-mail me at ezine@andhawaii.com . Until next week, Lisa. http://www.andhawaii.com |
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