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Kauai, Oahu, Maui Flashcards

1
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A popular way to view Kauai’s spectacular interior is ____.

A

by helicopter.

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2
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Site of rugged cliffs, sea caves, and valleys

A

Napali

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3
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Hikers, camper and backpackers gravitate towards

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Napali Coast

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4
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This is a cave accessible only by boat

A

Fern Grotto

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5
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What is known as “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”?

A

Waimea

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6
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Those seeking seclusion and an excellent hotel will find it

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in Princeville

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7
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Clients seeking a sunny vacation in a deluxe resort area will find it

A

in Poipu

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8
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This is the site of some of the finest white-sand beaches

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Poipu

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9
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What is one of Kauai’s most popular and scenic visitor attractions?

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Kokee State Park

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10
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Those looking for moderately priced accommodations will find them here:

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Coconut Coast

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11
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The First Lady of Waikiki, opened in 1901 & the first beachfront resort on Waikiki

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Westin Moana Surfrider

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12
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Waikiki’s Pink Lady, also owned by Matson, this hotel welcomed movie stars such as Shirley Temple, Carole Lombard, Douglas Fairbanks, and Mary Pickford.

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The Royal Hawaiian

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13
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One of Waikiki’s original hotels, chosen by Travel & Leisure readers as a top hotel every year since the survey’s inception

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The Halekulani

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14
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This resort has 4,000 guest rooms, a spectacular location on Duke Kahanamoku Beachore, and more than 16,00 colorful mosaic tiles depicting the rainbow.

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Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa

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15
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Located on a beach in the Honolulu’s exclusive Kahala area, east of Diamond Head, guests can swim with the hotel’s dolphins and share space with exotic fish and sea turtles in a saltwater lagoon.

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Kahala Hotel & Resort

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16
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An all-inclusive vacation destination offering children’s activities and programs with a focus on Magical Experiences

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Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa (aka Ko Olina)

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17
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Where would a luau would not have taken place?

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Punchbowl

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18
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Name a well-known shopping center on Oahu?

A

Ala Moana Center

19
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Which hotel in Waikiki was built first?

A

Moana Hotel

20
Q

At what stage of development is the activity of golf on Oahu?

A

a major activity with many courses

21
Q

What is a good transportation option for visitors on Oahu?

A

TheBus

22
Q

Where are most hotels on Oahu located?

A

on or near Waikiki Beach

23
Q

About what percent of Hawaii’s total population does the island of Oahu comprise?

A

75 percent

24
Q

True or False, the summit of Diamond Head can be reached by TheBus

A

False

25
Q

What is the best place in Honolulu to view Western and Asian art?

A

Honolulu Museum of Art

26
Q

What is the Polynesian Cultural Center?

A

theme park featuring seven South Pacific societies

27
Q

How many miles would it take to circle most of the island of Oahu?

A

227 miles

28
Q

Valley Isle or Magic Isle is which Island?

A

Maui

29
Q

In ancient Hawaiian society the high and lesser chiefs were called this

A

alii

30
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In ancient Hawaiian society, the rulers governed with divine power called this

A

mana

31
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In ancient Hawaiian society, priests class was called this

A

kahuna

32
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In ancient Hawaiian society, commoner class was called this

A

makaainana

33
Q

In ancient Hawaiian society, Alii were full of mana and could place and remove curse or taboo on objects. These curses were called this.

A

kapu

34
Q

What is Lele Kawa?

A

cliff diving off Black Rock ceremony to prove strength

35
Q

The west-facing fertile upper slopes of Haleakala are locally called what?

A

Upcountry

36
Q

When is a special time for visitors to arrive at the top of Haleakala?

A

sunrise

37
Q

About how many feet above sea level is Haleakala?

A

10,000 feet

38
Q

Which of the towns have their own airport on Maui?

A

Kahului, Kapalua, and Hana

39
Q

What is the purpose of a very popular boat trip on Maui?

A

whale-watching

40
Q

Which of the following is the former whaling port that once was the capital of all Hawaii?

A

Lahaina

41
Q

It is about a _______ drive to the top of Haleakala.

A

two-hour

42
Q

In Maui, _________ is a quiet town near the end of the road, where the spirit of old Hawaii is still alive.

A

Hana

43
Q

On Maui, this is a master-planned resort community on the southwest coast known for its beaches and golf courses.

A

Wailea

44
Q

__________ is located in west Maui with the largest concentration of hotels and resorts on the island and a famous beach destination.

A

Kaanapali

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