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At Historic Kilohana Plantation. A Great Hawaiian Experience

Don’t be surprised if you spend more than a day at Kilohana. It is much more than a historical plantation estate. Kilohana Estate captures the spirit of Kauai’s sugar era, past and present, with its elegant home, award-winning Gaylord’s Restaurant, the Kauai Plantation Railway, a train ride that follows a route once ruled by sugar, and Lu’au Kal-amaku, a spectacular theatrical production!
A State of Hawaii Historical Landmark, the 105-acre Kilohana Estate is Kauai’s premier touring, shopping, dining and entertainment venue. Its centerpiece is a Tudor-style mansion built in 1935 as the residence of sugar baron, Gaylord Wilcox, where you will find boutiques from Hawaii and the Pacific, and courtyard dining at dinner and Sunday Brunch. A carriage house has been converted into an enchanting Polynesian setting for Lu’au Kalamaku, and cottages on the grounds feature handmade pottery and beautiful blown glass. You can immerse yourself in an incredible day and night full of fun, adventure, storytelling, dining, shopping, and hanging out with the “locals” at a truly amazing destination that caters equally to singles, couples and families.
A great start to your visit at Kilohnana Estate is the Kauai Plantation Railway, an authentic narrow gauge train, pulled either by a 1939 Whitcomb or a 1948 General electric diesel locomotive, that conducts fully narrated 40 minute train tours through the 105 acres of agriculture and exotic fruit orchards of sugarcane, pineapples, bananas, Kauai sunrise papayas, acerola cherries, red navel and caracara oranges, rambutan, longan, lychee, star fruit, and mountain apples to name a few of the plethora of fruit grown on the property. Koa, milo and lehua are a few of the native Hawiian hardwood tress that is grown on property beside forests of Eastern and South American specialty tress like the rainbow eucalyptus or the vibrant orange African tulip tree. Midway along the 40 minute tour the train stops for passengers to disembark and feed a herd of friendly wild pigs, sheep and goats.
For the full experience there is a three hour, forty minute Train-Hike-Lunch-and Orchard Tour that includes the 40 minute train ride. You will be dropped off at the animal feed area where a fully informative Hawaiian guide will lead you into the dense and lush ginger scented Kahuna Nui Valley. Learn, see, touch, taste and feel and be introduced to native plants, fruit, flowers, insects, birds, and mammals that is part of the Hawaiian forest. The forest walk will stimulate all the senses. A gourmet deli lunch is served under the cool shade of towering Norfolk Island pines. After lunch the tour continues as you walk into the  Fruit Orchards where you will taste fruit that you pick fresh right off the tree. Break off a stalk of sugar cane and taste Mother Nature’s sweet treat. The history of the Estate, the crops and other island “tidbits” are delivered by knowledgeable guides who leave visitors with a taste of life on Kauai – slow-paced, home-grown and real. So what’s taking you so long to SHOP! DINE! HULA! RIDE! at the Historic Kilohana Plantation, a great Hawaiian Experience.
Can you imagine coming all the way to Kauai only to miss coming face to face, heart to heart, with Kauai’s unique people? Lu’au Kalamaku is a journey of a lifetime beginning with a belief that is so great it compels you forward. Only after experiencing the courage, love, enduring spirit and inner fire of determination do we find a place, the people and perhaps a new home for your heart. If you enjoy the essence of Hawaii but always thought “there must  be something more…” follow your heart to Lu’au Kalamaku. You will laugh, cry and be touched by the exceptional cast and crew.
When we asked the producer and show’s creator, Nani Marston, how she would describe the experience she replied “This is an event not to be missed. Whether you are visiting or call Kauai home, this show will move you. Every now and then a project comes along that is so inspiring it takes on a life of its own. Cast and characters, music and song, laughter and food, new friends becoming like old ones…and we all become witness to something bigger than ourselves…this is it! Each night we are humbled by locals and visitors visibly taken aback by the sheer beauty and range of feelings they had during the peformance…saying thank you, some with tears in their eyes. Each night we say mahalo ke Aku for the magic of the moment.”
This exceptional performance comes alongside a lavish Hawaiian buffet of local delicacies prepared by Gaylord’s Restaurant. The authentic dishes features taro rolls, fresh island fruit (picked from the plantation’s orchard’s), poi, lomilomi salmon, Okinawa purple sweet potatoes, mahi mahi, Hawaiian rum-soaked roasted chicken and Kalua pork, cooked in the tradtiional imu pit (underground oven). For those who would like a quieter, more romantic dinner, the Plantation Owner’s Evening is a great option. The evening begins in Gaylord’s Restaurant with gracious dining in its famous courtyard setting, a fresh flower lei greeting and champagne welcome. The signaure menu includes a pupu (appetizer) of duck spring rolls with wasabi plum sauce, a salad of fresh Kilohana greens with papaya seed dressing, then your choice of entrees including fresh island fish, slow-roasted prime rib, chicken Kauai with papaya and pineapple relish or the daily vegetarian special. After dessert and Gaylord’s signature blended coffee, guests can linger through the unique shops in the plantation home. The guests are then gathered in the restaurant foyer for a torch lit walk to the Lu’au pavilion. There they will find a reserved table, and a Mai Tai to sip on while they enjoy the feature performance, Lu’au Kalamaku. There is a special introductory price for this offering of $125.000 (plus tax) per person, a great value!
Lu’au Kalamaku takes place each Tuesday and Friday evening, please call 245-5247 for reservations or more information or visit our website at www.luaukalamaku.com to view our special offer for online bookings.

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Prince Kuhio Celebration of the Arts - March 22-29 March 22nd, Kuku I ka Kapa (Hawaiian cloth making) at 08:00 am Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa `Anake Sabra Kauka is a Hawaiian studies teacher and cultural practitioner. Kauka coordinates the Dept. of Education Kaua`i Hawaiian Studies Kupuna. She will be creating a piece of kapa as well as having a “talk Story” session on the art. Wauke (paper Mulberry) is beaten into the cloth and the patterns are stamped onto the cloth. Admission:   March 22nd, Ukulele Lessons at 05:30 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa New Rising Sun – Joe. Space is limited for classes. Call 808.240.6369 to register. Must be registered for class, limit 5 students per class. There will be five 1/2 hour classes. Open to the public, no charge. Admission: ; advance purchase of tickets recommended   March 23rd, Film Screenings at 06:00 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Two Film Presentations - 1. Director Jean-Michel Cousteau’s "Ambassadors of the Environment." Produced by BBC and narrated by Iokepa Naeole of the Ritz-Kapalua, this film dares to examine the devastating effects that our “throw away” society has had on the health of Hawai`i`s marine life and seabird population. Prepare to be moved to action as you follow the path of Hawai`i`s current generation of environmental stewards. Listen and be inspired, as surfers, scientists, musicians and teachers share their perspectives and solutions for responsible living in an island environment. “Then There Were None” Produced by Elizabeth Kapu`uwailani Lindsey. This distinguished documentary is not a story of blame, it is the story of a people that have become strangers in their own land and have lost much of their cultural understanding. We welcome you to attend and ask questions. Admission:   March 24th, Pa`akai (the art and culture of Hawaiian at 09:00 am Cultural Festival in Poipu near Salt Pond Park “Talk-story” with Kupuna (elder, knowledgeable one), Janet Kehalekomo and her `ohana (family.) If you are touring on the west side of the island stop by Salt Pond Park on the Pu`olo Point (east) side of the park in Hanapepe and visit with `Anake Janet and `ohana as they share their family history and knowledge of salt cultivation on Kaua`i. Open to the public at no charge. Admission:   March 25th, Talk Story - Flora & Fauna at 10:00 am Cultural Festival in Poipu Marriott's Waiohai Beach Resort Join Troy Lazaro and the Wai-ohai mea ho`okipa (employees) as they share the flora and fauna and the rich history of Kau-kahoku. Listen and learn as they tell the stories of the area and of Kihahouna Heiau (scared area/temple.) Admission:   March 25th, Geneology at 06:00 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Geneology, (where do I begin), an open discussion on Title Guarantee and Hawaiian Home Lands information by Lanakila Willard. Lanakila’s love for the Hawaiian people and culture was set deep inside her na`au (center) as she grew up on Moloka`i. Recognizing that the kupuna expect Native Hawaiians to return to their rightful place in the Hawaiian islands, she shares her knowledge to kokua (help) others in finding our way back to their `aina (land) and kuleana (responsibility.) Admission:   March 26th, Hula Kahiko (ancient dance) Lessons at 01:00 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa The Story of Hula - chants and kinolau (plants) as they relate to hula kahiko with Lopaka Naka`ahiki Bukoski. Hula kahiko is not only the dance, kahiko entails chants, gathering plants (kinolau), and the creation of lei. Please join us as we share our culture through chants that are significant for gathering, and the creation of our kupe`e (bracelet). . Call Darlene Contrades to register at 808.240.6443. Admission: ; advance purchase of tickets recommended   March 27th, The practice of lomilomi (Hawaiian massa at 01:00 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa The Practice of Lomilomi (teaching and demonstration) with Lopaka Naka`ahiki Bukoski. Lopaka is a haumana (student) of `Anake Mahilani Poepoe. Lomilomi is a combination of mana (energy), ha (breath), pule (prayer), and a pu`uwai (heart) that is connected, and focused in one-direction healing. Lopaka will speak of this technique as well as it correlation with ho`oponopono Admission:   March 27th, La`au Lapa`au (medicinal uses of Hawaiia at 02:30 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa La`au Lapa`au (medicinal uses of Hawaiian plants) with Momi Subiono. Momi, who is culturally driven, studies and teaches Ethobotany in the schools and community of South Kona. She will discuss different Hawaiian plants and their uses medicinally as well as spiritually. Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa. Call Darlene Contrades to register, 808.240.6443 Admission:   March 27th, Nake`u Awai Fashion Show at 04:30 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Nake`u Awai Fashion Show - after graduating from Ka-mehameha and receiving a BA from the University of Washington, Nake`u spent 15 years living and working in New York, Europe, Reno and Hollywood performing in the theater, television and casinos. For over 30 years he has been creating fashion and fashion shows with flair. We are proud to have Nake`u as part of the Prince Kuhio Celebration of the Arts. Please join us for a distinctive fashion show, choreographed to Hawaiian music and presented by one of Hawai`i’s esteemed designers. Admission:   March 27th, Award winning live entertainment at 06:00 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa 6:15 PM: Leilani Bond - Kumu Hula (dance teacher) and entertainer. 8:15 PM: Ledward Ka`apana and Mike Ka`awa - Ledward, and Mike who have recently won a Grammy will present their distinctive style of Kiho`alu (slack key). 9:15 PM: Kaukahi - This musical group has won numerous Na Hoku Awards. The group is known for its blend of traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music. Admission:   March 28th, Opening Ceremonies at 08:30 am Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Opening ceremonies in celebration of Prince Kuhio’s birthday, includes protocol with makana (gifts) and Taiko Drummers. Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa, Seaview Terrace. Admission:   March 28th, Cultural Demonstrations and Classes at 09:00 am Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Cultural Demonstrations - numerous activities and Hawaiian cultural demonstrations. Presentations and lectures are given by some of Hawai`i's most prestigious weavers, carvers, feather arts, healing arts and kapa-makers. Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa, Seaview Terrace. Admission:   March 28th, Commemorative Ceremonies at 10:00 am Cultural Festival in Poipu Prince Kuhio Park Prince Kuhio Commemorative Ceremonies - by the Royal Order of Ka-mehameha. Observe the protocol of honoring Prince Kuhio through giving ho`okupu (offerings, gifts) and through dance and singing. Open to the public at no charge. Located at Prince Kuhio Park, Lawa`i Road, Koloa. Admission:   March 29th, Carving Demonstrations at 09:00 am Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Carving Demonstrations - E Komo Mai (welcome.) Please join Heifara Aiamu, Kalika Alves, Solomon Apio, Jack Churchill, Kekai Kapu, Anthony Natividad, Chuck Walker and Fred Zollinger and share the knowledge from these carvers of pohaku, (stone) la`au (wood), `ohe (bamboo), and ipu (gourds.) Admission:   March 29th, Prince Kuhio Celebration Lu`au at 05:30 pm Cultural Festival in Poipu Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa Grand Hyatt Kaua`i`s Lu`au in Celebration of Prince Kuhio’s birthday…please call concierge department @ (808) 240-6459 for reservations. Admission: ; advance purchase of tickets recommended

Activities at a Glance   • Indoor Event   • Outdoor Event   • Local Products for Sale   • Crafts   • Classes/Workshops   • Cultural Displays   • Hawaiian Culture   • Hula   • Live Entertainment   • Live Music

About the Festival:

A week of festivities honoring the birthday and birthplace of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, one of Hawai`i\'s most beloved monarch, set for March 22 - 29, in the Po`ipu area of Kaua`i. Event highlights include a fashion show by Nake`u, films addressing Native Hawaiian environment and culture, demonstrations and teaching of Native Hawaiian arts and cultural practices, and entertainment by headliners such as Ledward Ka`apana and Mike Ka`awa. Most events are free of charge to the public, with many activities taking place at the Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Resort and Spa. The events are planned to demonstrate and perpetuate Native Hawaiian cultural arts, practices and values. Prince Kuhio is known for his efforts to re-vitalize the Native Hawaiian culture, during his lifetime. The Prince Kuhio Celebration of the Arts honors Kuhio’s dedication to the culture. For a complete list of events, go to http://princekuhio.wetpaint.com. The events are sponsored, in part, by the Hawai`i Tourism Authority and Kaua`i County. March 22 - Hawaiian cloth making (kapa) and ukulele lessons; March 23 - Film screenings; March 24 - the art and culture of Hawaiian salt making; March 25 - \"Talk Story\" on flora, fauna and kau kahoku; March 26 - Hula Kahiko lessons; March 27 - The practice of lomilomi (Hawaiian massage technique,) the practice of la`au lapa`au (Hawaiian herbal medicines,) the Nake`u fashion and music show, and headliner entertainment; March 28 - Opening ceremonies, cultural demonstrations, commemorative ceremonies; and March 29 - Carving demonstrations and lu\'au.

Kaua'i Orchid & Art Festival March 27th, Juried Art Exhibition at 11:00 am Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Downtown Hanapepe Gallery Kauai's top artists bring their 2-dimensional art, paintings and photographs to be judged and win awards. Find beautiful art for sale featuring the theme of orchids and the beauty of Kauai. Admission: Nominal donation at door   March 27th, Spring Fantasy Orchid Show at 01:00 pm Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Hanapepe United Church of Christ A large display of colorful and exotic tropical orchids are artistically displayed by the growers and members of the Garden Island Orchid Society. This popular annual event attracts locals and visitors alike. Food, orchids, arts and crafts for sale on site at the United Church of Christ. Show 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Admission: no entrance fee   March 27th, Open Air Concert & Art Night at 06:00 pm Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Downtown Hanapepe Contemporary Hawaiian music featuring Paul Togioka's wonderful slack key guitar, and other talented local musicians. Walk through Hanapepe town to enjoy Friday "Art Night", and see all the historic buildings and art galleries open until 9 pm. Admission: free   March 28th, Spring Fantasy Orchid Show - Day 2 at 09:00 am Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Hanapepe United Church Bring all your friends to see this large display of colorful and exotic tropical orchids are artistically displayed by the growers and members of the Garden Island Orchid Society. This popular annual event attracts locals and visitors alike. Food, crafts and orchids for sale. Meet the growers, see the winning orchids. Doors open 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM Admission: no entrance fee   March 28th, Historic Hanapepe Walking Tour at 10:00 am Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Suspension Bridge-Hanapepe Road Hanapepe town has over 2 dozen historic buildings, many of which have been converted to art galleries. Learn the history of this independent town of entrepreneurs in a 1-hour guided walking tour. The first 25 people to arrive get a free Historic Walking Tour map. Admission: free   March 28th, Juried Art Exhibition-Day 2 at 11:00 am Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Downtown Hanapepe Gallery Kauai's top artists bring their 2-dimensional art, paintings and photographs to be judged and win awards. Find beautiful art for sale featuring the theme of orchids and the beauty of Kauai. The show opens at 11 am and closes at 4 pm for the awards ceremony. Admission: Nominal donation at door   March 28th, Vanilla Cuisine Workshop at 01:00 pm Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe Hanapepe Cafe' & Espresso DId you know vanilla was an orchid? Join chef Helen Locano to learn to make creme brulee and other vanilla recipes. Workshop limited to the first ten registrants. Admission: $40   March 28th, Concert / Finale' Awards at 36:00 am Exhibits/Displays in Hanapepe 3815 Hanapepe Rd, Hawaiian Congregational Church Entertainment begins at noon. Enjoy Kauai performers, including Cindy Combs' wonderful slack key and songs. The art & orchid awards are announced and artists acknowledged and then...MAKANA - fantastic musical performance. Last year Makana attracted a large crowd of contemporary Hawaiian music lovers - do not miss him this year. Admission:free

Activities at a Glance   • Indoor Event   • Outdoor Event   • Child-Friendly   • Shopping   • Local Products for Sale   • Food Booths   • Classes/Workshops   • Cultural Displays   • Hawaiian Culture   • Live Music

About the Festival:

The fascinating worlds of orchids and art come together at the 3rd annual Kaua'i Orchid & Art Festival March 27 & 28, 2009. Experience beautiful displays of tropical orchids at the Garden Island Orchid Society's Spring Fantasy Orchid Show. VIew Kauai's top artists as they exhibit their art in a juried competition for awards. Popular contemporary Hawaiian music, including Makana, is offered at the main concert. Workshops and other events are planned, including art activities for the children, making this an event for the entire family.