World's largest telescope in Hawaii
The Big Island of Hawaii's very own Mauna Kea has just been selected as the future site of the Thirty Meter Telescope. Named after the measurements of one of the mirrors located inside, this telescope will be the largest in the world.Mauna Kea, a now dormant volcano and a sacred site for Native Hawaiians, is currently the site of 13 different telescopes, not all belonging to the United States, as some belong to the NASA, Japan, and the United Kingdom. One may wonder why this one site is the home so many different telescopes and the answer is simple: it is one of the best observatory places on the planet. Mauna Kea is located over 13,000 feet above sea level, and over 32,000 feet from the bottom of the ocean. When counting from the depths of the sea, Mauna Kea is the highest mountain in the world.
USS Hawaii - Virginia Class Submarine
It is an exciting time in the Aloha State as we welcome the USS Hawaii to its new home at Pearl Harbor. The USS Hawaii, the first named after our fair state, is one of the three Virginia-class submarines currently commissioned by the United States Navy.In laymen's terms, a Virginia-class submarine is an attack submarine. Traditional submarines are most equipped for near-shore combat, but the Virginia- class is not only suited for near shore excursions, but open-ocean deployments. According to the Navy, on board the USS Hawaii, digital cameras replace the traditional periscope, and hydrophones allow the crew to listen to their surroundings. This class of submarine is also equipped with everything needed for a variety of battle situations, whether the mission is mapping out minefields or keeping surveillance.
Moving to Hawaii with your pet - Hawaii Animal Quarantine
July 21, 2009 9:33 PM • by Learn about Hawaii • Posted to Moving To Hawaii | Comments (12) | Permalink
Making the big move to Hawaii can be a stressful and daunting process, but this is also a time of great expectation. Questions of what life will be like in the Islands, where the best beaches are, and what it would be like to have a permanent tan are sure to cross the mind. Before grabbing the kids, the family pet, and hopping on a plane to start your new life in Hawaii, take the time to learn about Hawaii's Animal Quarantine program.Kualoa Ranch
July 19, 2009 10:45 PM • by Learn about Hawaii • Posted to Hawaii Activities | Comments (2) | Permalink
Nestled into the foothills of the Ko'olau mountain range, and offering stunning views of the ocean and Mokoli'i (the Chinaman's Hat), is Kualoa Ranch. This cattle ranch offers everything that a well rounded vacation to Hawaii should include: ocean views, sightseeing, cultural experiences, and opportunities to embrace unspoiled nature in all of its glory. Not only is Kualoa Ranch one of the most breathtaking locations on Oahu, it is the rare place that has an activity for everyone at affordable prices.Hawaiian Leis - Flower leis greet you in Hawaii
While daydreaming about your Hawaii vacation, visions of women in grass skirts adorning your neck with a beautiful lei upon your arrival at the airport have undoubtedly crossed your mind. Before Hawaii saw millions of visitors per day, that was the case. Unfortunately, unless you are meeting someone who was thoughtful enough to greet you with a lei, you may be disappointed to learn that if you want a lei to wear, you are going to have to buy your own from airport vendors. That is, unless you arrange to be greeted at the airport by Honolulu Lei Greetings.Hawaii Air Tours
July 9, 2009 10:16 PM • by Learn about Hawaii • Posted to Hawaii Activities | Comments (2) | Permalink
For the ultimate experience in sightseeing, book a seat on an air tour and see the majestic views of Oahu and Kauai from the sky. The budget conscious may believe that taking an air tour is expensive, but AirVentures Hawaii offers affordable packages, two of them just under $100 dollars. What better way to see Oahu and Kauai and to take those coveted aerial photos? The environmentally conscious may be concerned about the amount noise and fuel consumption, but according to the website, the GA-8 is not only quiet, it uses on average 12 gallons of fuel per hour. When you compare that to the fuel consumption of larger planes and helicopters, you will see that this is the more environmentally friendly option in air tours.
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