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Hawaiian monk seal on kauai

Friday, August 19, 2011

Here you are on Kaua`i, strolling barefoot along our beautiful white sand beaches, when you spot something big & gray. You think it might be a large rock, but as you get closer you realize it’s alive.  However, it’s not moving and you’re concerned. Don’t fret. And, please don’t get…

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Australian travel publications

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

During his visit to Kauai, travel writer, Lance Richardson's adventures included a stay at the Hanalei Colony Resort. Upon his return to Australia he wrote about his experience and both The Sydney Morning Herald and Melbourne's The Saturday Age published his story entitled "Wild on the island." Under his "Fast…

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Green sea turtles kauai

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

While you’re snorkeling on Kauai, you may be surprised by more than colorful fish. One of the island’s magical treasures – honu (also known as the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle) – makes the tropical waters of Kauai its home. These awesome creatures are one of 6 species of sea turtles…

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Hawaii film festival

Friday, July 15, 2011

For more than 10 years,  the Hawaii Ocean Film Festival has featured films about marine resources, ocean recreation and our cultural connections to the sea.  In the last year, MovieMaker Magazine named the festival "One of the 20 Coolest Film Festivals." This year the festival returns to Kauai to please…

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Vacation gals hcr post

Friday, July 15, 2011

In May of this year, Hanalei Colony Resort played host to a group of travel writers from around the country. One of those writers, Jennifer Miner (aka SoCalGal) represented The Vacation Gals. The Vacation Gals are three professional travel writers — and moms — who eagerly share their favorite destinations…

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Polynesian canoes sail into hanalei bay

Friday, July 8, 2011

Those standing on the shores of Hanalei Bay on Wednesday, July 6th were treated to a majestic sight as seven Polynesian canoes sailed into the Bay. After leaving New Zealand in April, the seven canoes have been sailing the Pacific Ocean for more than 2 months before reaching The Garden…

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Hanalei colony hosts travel writers

Friday, May 27, 2011

In early May the Hanalei Colony Resort had the pleasure of hosting several travel writers from around the country. Here on a cultural press trip, the Resort was one of their stops along the majestic north shore. They enjoyed networking by our recently renovated pool and dined on a sumptuous…

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Kayaking na pali coast

Friday, May 13, 2011

When you’re on Kauai, looking for adventure, one of the most amazing trips you can experience is Na Pali Coast kayaking. Launching from the north shore, you’ll paddle the turquoise blue waters of the Pacific and find yourself in awe. Majestic cliffs (known as “pali”) that rise as high as…

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HCR romantic getaway

Friday, April 29, 2011

In 2010, Hanalei Colony Resort received a Wave Award from TravelAge West as the best resort for a Hawaii Romantic Getaway. In May 2011, we were thrilled to be honored with yet another accolade for our romantic setting on the north shore of Kauai. Open the May 2011 edition of…

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Express yourself with a lei

Friday, April 15, 2011

Beautiful and aromatic, the Hawaiian lei is one gift everyone is always pleased to receive. Synonymous with the spirit of aloha, it can be created from just about anything – from flowers or shells to feathers or seeds. Fragrant plumeria and pikake are some of the more commonly used flowers…

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