Travel tips for Hawaii - Page 4

Alex · 01-24-2008, 10:16 AM

Hilo Hattie's is an interesting thing. They're kind of like ABC Stores. No local would go to one in Hawai'i but as soon as they see one of them on the mainland they have to go in.

Lani is completely incapable of not going into either of them when we see one in some mainland city.

And speaking of malasadas, the Punahou Carnival is next weekend. So people are soon going to be stuffed on them (at least UH employees).

Alex · 01-24-2008, 10:30 AM

If you want to experience Waikiki Beach I suggest going to the island of Moloka'i since that is where they ship the sand in from. If you're in that area, I'd recommend going to Ala Moana Beach nearby (it is also near the Ala Moana Shopping Center). Much more space and a more local vibe without the beach squatters you might find at other non-touristy beaches.

I assume it is still there but right on the edge of Waikiki there is a 24-hour Sizzlers. Don't eat there. Trust me, DO NOT EAT THERE.

Gemini Cricket · 01-24-2008, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex

I assume it is still there but right on the edge of Waikiki there is a 24-hour Sizzlers. Don't eat there. Trust me, DO NOT EAT THERE.

It's gone.

Kevy Baby · 01-24-2008, 11:14 AM

One does not go to Waikiki to experience the sand. That would be tantamount to saying, "go to Magic Mountain because they have a similar kind of asphalt as Disneyland."

Poor Alex. He just can't get over his curmudgeonliness.

Alex · 01-24-2008, 12:00 PM

I know one does not go to Waikiki to experience the sand. I just can't imagine why anybody'd really want to experience what else is there. To me, saying Waikiki is cool and a good thing to do in Hawaii is like saying "go to San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf is really cool and the mass of tourists helps keep the locals out of sight."

It's a narrow strip of imported sand surrounded by tacky megahotels and thousands of other people who also flew thousands of miles to get away from home so they can surround themselves with the people available to them when they were at home.

Some people like that. Some people don't. I'm giving my tips and advice from my perspective of it being something to experience for about 3 hours so you can realize just how horrible it is and then go elsewhere. RStar, is free to pick and choose as he likes. I suppose this is just the same conversation as the recent Bubba Gump brouhaha. Why would you go all that way to a very different type of place just to spend a lot of time in the least authentic, most corporately manufactured part of it?

Ala Moana Beach is also imported sand but it is only a mile away and, in my opinion, a much more interesting experience if lounging at the beach is your thing. So that's my recommendation.

DreadPirateRoberts · 01-24-2008, 12:08 PM

I understand what Alex is trying to say about Waikiki, but I must admit I'll always remember the feeling of riding in on a huge longboard, in nice warm clear water, looking over, and seeing Diamond Head.

RStar · 01-24-2008, 04:38 PM

Thanks Alex. I respect all opinions, but yours more than others. Unless we're talking movies. (inserts smiley that Alex doesn't see). Just kidding....

So, how does one look into the opertunity to rent a condo for a week? Will I miss part of the experience by not getting a fancy hotel room?

Alex · 01-24-2008, 06:06 PM

Ooh, that's good to know. Too many nights spent in there studying with groups. It was such awful food (even compared to the average Sizzler).

Kevy Baby · 01-25-2008, 11:34 AM

One other "must do" on your Hawaii trip:

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DreadPirateRoberts · 01-25-2008, 11:41 AM

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One other "must do" on your Hawaii trip:

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01-24-2008, 10:16 AM	#1
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	Hilo Hattie's is an interesting thing. They're kind of like ABC Stores. No local would go to one in Hawai'i but as soon as they see one of them on the mainland they have to go in. Lani is completely incapable of not going into either of them when we see one in some mainland city. And speaking of malasadas, the Punahou Carnival is next weekend. So people are soon going to be stuffed on them (at least UH employees).
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01-24-2008, 10:30 AM	#2
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	If you want to experience Waikiki Beach I suggest going to the island of Moloka'i since that is where they ship the sand in from. If you're in that area, I'd recommend going to Ala Moana Beach nearby (it is also near the Ala Moana Shopping Center). Much more space and a more local vibe without the beach squatters you might find at other non-touristy beaches. I assume it is still there but right on the edge of Waikiki there is a 24-hour Sizzlers. Don't eat there. Trust me, DO NOT EAT THERE.
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01-24-2008, 11:14 AM	#4
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	One does not go to Waikiki to experience the sand. That would be tantamount to saying, "go to Magic Mountain because they have a similar kind of asphalt as Disneyland." Poor Alex. He just can't get over his curmudgeonliness. __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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01-24-2008, 12:00 PM	#5
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	I know one does not go to Waikiki to experience the sand. I just can't imagine why anybody'd really want to experience what else is there. To me, saying Waikiki is cool and a good thing to do in Hawaii is like saying "go to San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf is really cool and the mass of tourists helps keep the locals out of sight." It's a narrow strip of imported sand surrounded by tacky megahotels and thousands of other people who also flew thousands of miles to get away from home so they can surround themselves with the people available to them when they were at home. Some people like that. Some people don't. I'm giving my tips and advice from my perspective of it being something to experience for about 3 hours so you can realize just how horrible it is and then go elsewhere. RStar, is free to pick and choose as he likes. I suppose this is just the same conversation as the recent Bubba Gump brouhaha. Why would you go all that way to a very different type of place just to spend a lot of time in the least authentic, most corporately manufactured part of it? Ala Moana Beach is also imported sand but it is only a mile away and, in my opinion, a much more interesting experience if lounging at the beach is your thing. So that's my recommendation.
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01-24-2008, 12:08 PM	#6
DreadPirateRoberts Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 2,483	I understand what Alex is trying to say about Waikiki, but I must admit I'll always remember the feeling of riding in on a huge longboard, in nice warm clear water, looking over, and seeing Diamond Head.
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RStar Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Me & Manyard hangin out! Posts: 5,433	Thanks Alex. I respect all opinions, but yours more than others. Unless we're talking movies. (inserts smiley that Alex doesn't see). Just kidding.... So, how does one look into the opertunity to rent a condo for a week? Will I miss part of the experience by not getting a fancy hotel room? __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of Dragons, for you are crunchy and good with ketchup! www.StarTownGifts.com
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01-24-2008, 06:06 PM	#8
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	Ooh, that's good to know. Too many nights spent in there studying with groups. It was such awful food (even compared to the average Sizzler).
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01-25-2008, 11:34 AM	#9
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	One other "must do" on your Hawaii trip: Spoiler: Take me __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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