Archive for July, 2008

Dukes on Waikiki

July 29th, 2008

A visit to Hawaii should certainly include a stop at Duke’s Barefoot Bar and Canoe Club Restaurant on Waikiki. This restaurant and bar is an institution on the island of Oahu. The view from Dukes is pure heaven with the Waikiki surf and a view of Diamond Head ...

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A Summer Cooler Drink Recipe

July 25th, 2008

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With summer heat at it’s peak a cool rum drink is always on my mind. Tonight I decided to create my own drink with ingredients I love. My Summer Cooler was both enjoyable and perfect for my southern  ...

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Far Flung Adventure in the Society Islands

July 21st, 2008

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As I explored activities and accommodations for Tahaa Island in the Society Islands I discovered an amazing gem called Vahine Island,which according to the Vahine Island website is listed as the number 1 destination in Conde Naste’s World’s Top 25 Escapes. ...

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Earth Watch Institute Volunteer Dive Program Truk Lagoon

July 17th, 2008

jcatorsphotos.jpgHaving spent three years living in Micronesia this Earth Watch Institute Volunteer Dive Program for Truk Lagoon in Chuuk caught my eye and drew me in. Having had the opportunity to explore the beauty of Micronesia both above and …

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Action Quest Programs Tahiti

July 12th, 2008

mewtate.jpg As I was researching adventure activities for Tahiti this week I came across the most amazing project for teens.  This particular one is Action Quest Summer Adventure Programs out of Sarasota, FL. Through this programs teens between 14 and 19 …

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An Unexpected Opportunity to test drive another GPS

July 5th, 2008

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Garmen Street Pilot 550

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Tom Tom

Recently I found myself in a quandary. I was driving to Canada from the Midwest, when I realized I’d forgotten to pack my Garmen Street Pilot 550 GPS before leaving Florida. Since getting my GPS from my parked …

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A love of Hawaiian leis

July 1st, 2008

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Lei’s on The King Kamehameha Statue on Lei Day.  

Living in the Hawaiian islands gave me a deep appreciation for the beauty of flower leis. During my years in Hawaii  I made many trips to Chinatown to buy leis for arriving family and friends. The choice of leis …

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