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Celebrating Kauai for 35 Years
Lihue - Island City Of The Central Coast
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The turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean surrounding Kauai and the sparkling clear inland streams and rivers of Kauai beckon whale watchers, anglers, boaters, divers, and other water sport lovers
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ihue, Nawiliwili Harbor, and Kalapaki Beach are the first areas you spy as your plane approaches Kauai’s main airport or your cruise ship nears Kauai’s main harbor. Kalapaki beach is the crescent-shaped beach carving out the harbor entry. Just a few minutes inland is the main town of Lihue, the county government seat and business district. Sheltered by mountains on one side and bordered by acres of former sugar cane fields on the other, this center of commerce and government is also a focal point for cultural events, education, and retail services. There are tantalizing reminders of this area’s rich history, particularly the Alekoko (or Menehune) Fishpond. Walls forming this large lagoon are of hewn and tightly fitted stone blocks. Because the Polynesians who migrated from the Marquesas Islands to Hawaii did not have the tools to do such fine work, the “Menehune,” a mythical band of miniature people, are attributed with this seemingly-impossible construction. A system of gates was used to lure fish into the pond where they would remain to grow and be easily harvested. From Nawiliwili harbor, you can paddle a rented kayak up to the fishpond or drive a short distance uphill to a scenic lookout above the lagoon. Huleia Stream empties into Nawiliwili Bay, and kayaking upstream is a jungle cruise beyond compare. Gliding past dense jungle growth reaching to the water’s edge, you’ll imagine that you’re the first explorer of this remote place. You might recognize one stretch as the spot where Indiana Jones (in the film Raiders of the Lost Ark) swung across a river on a continued on page 8
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vine and scampered into a seaplane, escaping, from the angry arrow shooting natives, by inches. Native birds including Koloa ducks, stilts, and coots live in the marshy areas bordering the stream, protected as a national wildlife refuge. At Nawiliwili Harbor, barges arrive from Honolulu several times each week bringing everything from building supplies to groceries to cars. Cruise ships also call at Nawiliwili, and sport fishing boats leave early in the morning, hoping to return later with some trophy marlin, tuna, or mahi-mahi. Outrigger canoe clubs paddle their craft out of the harbor to practice and surf the incoming ocean swells. Kauai’s first luxury resort, Marriott’s Kauai Lagoons, spreads from the harbor mouth along Kalapaki Beach. Modern-day equivalents of the Menehune created the lagoons and the islets and bridges that form the setting for the 18-hole golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus. The adjacent Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club, sporting the island’s tallest buildings, has lush gardens and elegant Hawaiian accents. All the resort amenities - upscale art galleries and shops, entertainment, spa, dining and activities - are available. The adjoining Kalapaki Beach is a favorite surfing and swimming spot, and fishing from the breakwater is a regular weekend activity for locals. The County Building in “downtown” Lihue has its own history, as it was built in the days when people came to town on foot or on horseback. A block away, the Kauai Museum’s main building is also an historic landmark. In the mezzanine gallery, Kauai’s artists mount impressive shows of their work. The gift shop has an eclectic selection of crafts, art, literature, and gifts. The various restaurants in the business district serve a great variety of Oriental, Hawaiian, Mexican, Italian and American foods. The Kauai Concert Association presents musical events in the Kauai War Memorial Convention Center, the Kauai Community Players, Kauai Kids at Play perform at the Puhi Theatrical Warehouse.
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The War Memorial Convention Center also hosts many benefit concerts. At the adjacent Vidinha Stadium, there is a worldclass 4th of July fireworks display and signature event benefiting the Kauai Hospice. On August 13, all the locals go to the annual Farm Bureau Fair at least once (some attend every night) at Vidinha Stadium. Just west of downtown across the newly constructed bridges is the island’s largest and mainland-style shopping mall, Kukui Grove Center. Next to it is the18-hole Puakea Golf Course. Lihue is one of the main residential areas, so all the modern conveniences and services are available nearby, including Home Depot, Costco, KMart and, soon to open, Safeway and Petco. A short distance to the west of Lihue is the University of Hawaii’s Kauai Community College campus located in Puhi. Its library is open to all, and the Performing Arts Center is a 21st-Century state-of-the-art venue for theater and musical productions. And yet, just down the highway to the east of Lihue, the Wailua Falls (featured in the opening of the Fantasy Island series) brings you back to paradise. The Lihue-Koloa Forest Reserve is near Puhi, as well as the Kilohana Crater (the remnant of a small shield volcano) and Huleia National Wildlife Refuge (a location for Jurassic Park and Raiders of the Lost Ark). Lihue has all the action of a business and civic center while Nawiliwili Bay and Kalapaki Beach have an ancient history you can discover as you enjoy their modern resort amenities and the island’s natural wonders. Though the island’s major shopping centers and numerous stores are found in Lihue, it certainly isn’t exclusively commerce and governance. Mother Nature has blessed the area with breathtakingly beautiful waterfall views, clear flowing mounting streams, rolling green hills, misty mountains, and beaches to suit most any preference. hawaiigateway.com
Kauai’s Countless Ocean and River Experiences The turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean surrounding Kauai and the sparkling clear inland streams and rivers of Kauai beckon whale watchers, anglers, boaters, divers, and other water sport lovers. The dilemma may be deciding what to do first. Surfing
The Sport of Kings. The sport of surfing was once reserved for only the allii (royalty) and was called “hee nalu”. Surfing, boogie boarding, kite-surfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding and water skiing are popular water sports on Kauai. If you have a favorite board, you can check it as airline baggage (for an extra fee) or you can rent gear on island and get lessons from local instructors. Key spots for surfing include: Polihale; Major’s Bay at Barking Sands; Davidson’s at Kekaha; Pakalas; Poipu Beach; Lawai Beach (also called PKs and Acid Drop); Shipwrecks; Nawiliwili Harbor; Hanalei Bay; Tunnels; and Cannons. Check with local lifeguards and surfers for a report on conditions and be aware of dangerous currents, increasing swells, and rip currents.
Whale-watching Cruises
A whale-watching ocean tour is an intimate way to experience the awesome Humpback Whale and enjoy the variety of Kauai’s beautiful landscapes from an off-island perspective. Every fall, Humpback Whales leave their Alaskan feeding grounds to journey to the waters of the Hawaiian Islands to sojourn for the winter, mate, birth, and nurse their young. (Whales think that Hawaii is romantic, too!) Whale-watching cruises give you an up-close and personal 12 • Kauai Magazine • July / August / September 2015
encounter with these magnificent mammals from about November to March, when Humpbacks are most prevalent. So, plan your trip early. You can choose to whale-watch from aboard catamarans, zippy rubber zodiac rafts, cruise vessels, and sail boats. Some tour companies offer dual-powered (motorized and sailing) catamarans for snorkeling, whale watching, and sunset cruises. Some provide the more extreme rigid-hull zodiac inflatables. Be sure to bring a camera. A waterproof disposable camera is a good idea, as well as a towel and an extra set of dry clothes, because you will get wet. Binoculars will help with closer observation of whale activity. For best viewing with binoculars, use 8x40 or 7x50 magnification. If you don’t have sea legs, consider taking nonprescription or homeopathic motion sickness prevention medication before getting on any ocean craft. Hawaii winter wave swells can be immense and the sea ride can get quite bouncy. Departing Port Allen (on the southwest shore), whale-watching boats pass an old sugar mill and plantation near Waimea. Niihau, the “forbidden” island, populated exclusively by native Hawaiians is visible in the distance. Passing the U. S. Navy’s Pacific Missile Range Facility at the very continued on page 16 hawaiigateway.com
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western tip of the island is a long, empty, perfect stretch of white sand beach named Barking Sands and Polihale. Light turquoise blue waves break undisturbed along these shores. Whales abound in the waters all around Kauai, putting on a show with playful behavior such as fin slapping, lobtailing (slapping the tail fluke), and breaching (jumping out of the water). Don’t be surprised to see a school of Spinner dolphins, traveling in parallel pairs along your tour boat, rhythmically leaping out of the sea. Baby dolphins flip themselves into the air with abandon alongside their parents. You may also spot albatross and Boobies (birds which nest and hatch in the caves of the Na Pali cliffs). Along the Na Pali Coast, tour boats pass by the beach landing featured in the film Six Days, Seven Nights. This area, very popular with filmmakers, also appears in the remake of King Kong. Finally, the wild and inaccessible Kalalau Valley comes into view. The remote and gorgeous Kalalau Beach can only be reached by boat, helicopter, or by hiking an arduous 11-mile trail in the summer months (by permit only), as the beach disappears in the winter due to the heavy seas.
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buildings from another era. In Lihue (central Kauai), the Huleia River empties into Nawiliwili Harbor. The river follows the base of Haupu Ridge and meanders past the legendary Menehune Fish Pond. The Huleia National Wildlife Refuge shelters migratory and resident waterfowl. Guided kayak tours through these waters offer a real-life jungle cruise. The Wailua River is easily accessible. This wide, calm river mouth at the ocean, the adjacent bay, and the banks and bluffs above the river were once important religious centers. Hawaiian allii made their home near the river mouth, as evidenced by the remains of heiau (ancient sacred sites). You can explore waterfalls or the famous Fern Grotto on a leisurely kayak trip up the Wailua River or by shared riverboat. On the North Shore, the Kalihiwai River, north of Kilauea, wanders through fertile lowlands. Its sandy mouth is located at the Kalihiwai Bay, just south of Princeville. The Hanalei River (just north of Princeville) is encircled by erosion-carved, misty mountains streaked with silver waterfalls, tracing its way through varied green hues of taro patches in Hanalei Valley. Most kayak tour operators offer waterfalls tours combining a perfect blend of paddling, hiking, swimming, and picnicking at places like Secret Falls up the Wailua River.
Water, water, everywhere — for fishing, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, surfing, sailing, whale-watching – Kauai is happy to bathe you in multiple water sports.
Are you ready to dip your paddle in clear fresh water fed by sparkling waterfalls? Or would you rather explore sea caves, cliffs, and waterfalls and then snorkel in a secluded bay or lagoon amid tropical fish? Or both? Then a kayaking tour is the perfect activity for you. Millions of years of erosion and weathering have created more plains and rivers on Kauai than on any other Hawaiian island. Kauai’s six rivers are the only navigable rivers in Hawaii: Waimea; Hanapepe; Huleia; Wailua; Kalihiwai; and Hanalei. Via river kayaking, you can discover tropical rainforests, woods, and swampy jungles amidst a profusion of colorful flowers and butterflies. On the west side, the Waimea River is Kauai’s longest and pours into the bay where British explorer Captain James Cook anchored in 1778, making him the first westerner to set foot on Hawaii. East of Waimea, the Hanapepe River flows lazily past quaint, preserved 16 • Kauai Magazine • July / August / September 2015
Snorkeling, Diving, and Swimming
A trip to the Garden Island is not complete without some time spent in the water swimming and/or underwater snorkeling or scuba diving. Beneath the kayaks’ paddles, the surfboards’ swooshing fins, and the touring catamarans’ bouncing pontoons, lives a cool, quiet blue world that belongs to Kauai’s abundant sea life. Diving and snorkeling tour operators provide instructions on how to use their equipment and even how to get great photographs and videos of your sea adventures. Some of the best locations for snorkeling are: Koloa Landing; Lawai Beach; Poipu Beach Park; Lydgate Park; Tunnels Beach; and Kee Beach. Even if you only have time to grab a snorkel mask and flippers for an afternoon, you won’t be disappointed by Kauai’s enchanting underwater world. hawaiigateway.com
Soar Like the Birds Na Pali Coast
There are few places on the planet with aerial views as spectacular as Kauai’s. From a tropic bird’s vantage point, the Na Pali coast looms above and below the helicopter. From the comfortable seat of a twin engine airplane, the flight seer can photograph patchwork quilted cane fields, white ‘and aprons of beach and winding valleys.
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t’s always breathtaking and unforgettable — the views from a helicopter or light plane will nearly knock your sunglasses off! From altitudes of 500 to 4,000 feet, Kauai’s most cloistered treasures reveal themselves in a breathtaking panorama only visible from the air. Just after a rain, shimmering waterfalls pump furiously, rivulets of silver cascading down emerald faces of steep pali (cliffs). As the sun strengthens, rainbows explode across the horizon and life-giving mists reluctantly reveal dark green rainforest. On a sunny day, Waimea Canyon’s multicolored hues - ranging from deep reds and browns, to grays, greens and purple - unfold along the miles of valleys and ledges. Don‘t worry about the butterflies in your stomach. Highly skilled pilots - many of whom have flown thousands of hours in the military - gently guide their aircraft across the sky as they provide passengers with more information about Kauai than almost any natural and social history book. Experiencing Kauai by air is more exhilarating than seeing an IMAX movie and tour operators ensure maximum comfort and clear visibility from their aircraft. Visitors to the Garden Isle naturally want to absorb as much of paradise as possible. Those who
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arrive on Kauai by jetliner get just a glimpse of the island’s breathtakingly gorgeous landscapes. However, to view the gushing waterfalls and emerald rainforest of the remote interior requires a smaller form of transportation that provides a closer perspective. A trip to the Garden Island is not complete without an airborne adventure. Because 90 percent of the island is inaccessible by vehicle and 70 percent inaccessible by foot, only from an aircraft can Kauai be seen to the fullest. Typical flight routes around the island revolve either clockwise or counterclockwise. Originating out of the Lihue helipad, many helicopters follow a route out over the Kauai Marriott Resort and Menehune Fish Pond, past the Haupu Mountain range and westward to Hanapepe, Olokele and Waimea Canyons. In the Kokee uplands, the aircraft pop over Puu Ka Pele (literally, the volcano hill), and glide down into the spectacular and remote valleys of the Na Pali coast . Completing the circle, pilots fly up Hanalei Valley, past more incredible waterfalls and on into the “Blue Hole.” This ancient crater - of which Mt. Waialeale is the highest lip - boasts the rainiest (and one of the most beautiful) places on earth. Flights originating from either Princeville Airport or Burns Field in Hanapepe provide similar continued on page 20 hawaiigateway.com
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clockwise and counterclockwise variations on standard routes, depending on weather conditions and the direction the pilots choose. Helicopter tours are operated on a weather-permitting basis and reservations should be made in advance. Some companies will arrange custom tours or photo charters to specific sites. Partly cloudy skies with a little rain shouldn’t keep visitors from taking a flight. A veil of mist behind a pali accentuates its razor-sharp edge and, as everyone knows, sun and showers are the ingredients for Kauai’s world-famous rainbows (and sometimes double rainbows). A slower, more relaxed adventure by air is via a small, fixed-wing airplane or an open cockpit biplane. Fixed-wing air tours are 30 minutes to one hour or longer and cover the entire island of Kauai. You’ll enjoy aerial views of the Tree Tunnel, Waimea Canyon, the majestic Napali Coastline including the famous valleys of Kalalau, Hanakapiai, Nualolo, and Milolii. You’ll also see Lumahai Beach, Hanalei River Valley, numerous cascading waterfalls, miles of beautiful coastline, and many other scenic views. Also available is a private charter biplane, departing from Lihue, which allow customized flights. These planes are built to emulate aircraft from the 1930s and 1940s, but with state-of-the-art modern modifications for safety and comfort. For those who have dreamed of being able to fly, the Ultralight “Trike” – an openair two-person engine-powered hang glider -- emulates the experience. The Ultralight is as close to real flying (as in, “I’m a bird!”) as you may ever experience. Combine the thrill of this open-air, wind-in-your-hair ride
Mt. Waialeale Crater with Kauai’s spectacular scenery and you have an experience better than any dream. The craft is stable, considered to be safer than hang-gliding, features the latest digital instrumentation and global positioning systems, and is engine-powered. The Ultralight takes off and lands on regular runways and has parachutes onboard for safety. The companies provide courteous, dependable service with a variety of fringe benefits including complimentary videos of the flight” snacks and drinks, preflight video
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orientation, and countless stories of Kauaiana narrated by pilots who have been flying the island for decades. Other amenities are transportation from hotel to the helipad and back, limited seating that maximizes visibility, and stereo headphones that provide great music and two-way communication with the pilot. Regardless of the tour or the company—or the price for that matter—visitors agree that seeing Kauai by air is worth every penny. hawaiigateway.com
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KOLOA ESTATES “Hale O‘io‘ina” “A resting place for travelers”
This beautiful custom 2,160 sf.ft. home has so much to offer … Ocean & mountain views, 3BD/3BA, ½ acre of land, rights to Kukui’ula. You’re within minutes of Poipu Beaches and Historic Old Koloa Town. If you’re looking for location and the best that Kauai has to offer, then you may have just found your home. MLS 280925 Asking $1,499,000 (FS).
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY
Omine Island Estate is in the heart of Koloa and is within minutes to Poipu Beaches and Historic Old Koloa Town. Situated on over five acres of land and allows for two residences (Buyer to confirm with County). This is the perfect retreat with a gentle stream and swimming hole! MLS 281767 Asking $699,000 (FS)
”WAIKOMO STREAM VILLAS”
In the heart of Poipu and Kauai’s South Shore Sunshine! Furnished 996 sq.ft. 1BD/1BA ground floor condo, ready for you to call home or use as a vacation rental. Close to Poipu Beaches, Shopping, Restaurants and Golfing!!! A true jewel at this price! MLS 282830 Asking $435,000 (FS)
”POIPU BEACH ESTATES”
One of the best lots in the PBE. Over 15,000 sq.ft. at end of a cul-de-sac. Very private location. Zoned R-4 which allows for an “Additional Dwelling Unit”. Located in a VDA (Vacation Destination Area). Water meter already installed!!! Build that dream home that you have always imagined. This is lot 118 (sorry no “For Sales” are allowed) MLS 282805 Asking $435,000 (FS)
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This beautiful home was designed and built by the Owners. The attention to detail is obvious as soon as you step in! 2,372 sq. ft. of living with 3BD/3BA situated on close to 10,500 sq. ft. of land. Close to Poipu Beaches, shopping, restaurants and golf!!! MLS 284756 Asking $908,000 (FS)
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Stunning ocean views in this spacious 3BD/2BA exotic home. Home features an open living and entertaining area with hardwood floors, granite countertops, imported doors and design accents, lava rock shower and whirlpool spa tub. Over 1,000 sq ft of deck space and lots of room to grow. Beautifully landscaped level lot for pool or fruit trees. Architectural drawings available for expansion of living space.
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Great level corner lot with new 2 story home. Small lot 2,468 sq. ft. but not a CPR and room for a garden and pets. 1,000 sq. ft of interior space with 200 sq. ft. carport. 2 bedrooms, family room, living room and open kitchen with 1 and 1/2 baths. Mountain views and a great location, convenient to beaches, shopping and dining. Come and take a look. $395,000
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KAUAI RESOURCE GUIDE
KAUAI LAND OWNERSHIP PUBLIC LANDS Kauai County 873 acres State of Hawaii 136,025.9 State of Hawaii DHHL 19,491.7 Federal Government 3,437.3
PRIVATE LANDS Alexander & Baldwin 21,016.1 Cornerstone Hawaii 4,265 E.A. Knudsen Trust 3,561.5 Grove Farm 33,294 Kamehameha Schools 10,872.9 Mahaulepu Farm LLC 3,835.6 Princeville Dev. LLC 6,506.8 Robinson Aylmer (Niihau) 46,040 Robinson B.B. 4,275 Robinson Family 50,614.3 Smaller land owners TMK Parcels
This map should not be used for boundary interpretations or other spatial analysis beyond the limitations of the data. Information regarding compilation dates and accuracy of the data presented can be obtained from Office of Planning. Map Date: 08/27/13 Map No: 20130827-03-DK Source: Large Landowners, Major Roads, TMK - County of Kauai, 2012.
HAWAII PROPERTY OWNERSHIP EXPLAINED: FEE SIMPLE VS LEASEHOLD Most people only know of one type of real estate ownership; fee simple, also known as freehold. Hawaii and a few other states have another form of ownership known as leasehold. The difference in these two types of land tenure is very different and affects the value of the real estate. It is important to know the difference, especially if you’re buying real estate in a leasehold state. FEE SIMPLE: Fee simple ownership is probably the most familiar form of ownership to buyers of residential real estate. A fee simple buyer is given title to the property, which includes the land and any improvements to the land in perpetuity. In the case of a condominium the purchaser would own a pro-rata share of the land. Aside from a few exceptions, no one can legally take that real estate from an owner with fee simple title. The fee simple owner has the right to possess, use the land and dispose of the land as he wishes--sell it, give it away, trade it for other things, lease it to others, or pass it to others upon death. 26 • Kauai Magazine • July / August / September 2015
LEASEHOLD: A leasehold interest is created when a fee simple land-owner (Lessor) enters into an agreement or contract called a ground lease with a person or entity (Lessee). A Lessee rents the land from the Lessor for the rights of use and enjoyment of the land much as one buys fee simple rights; however, the leasehold interest differs from the fee simple interest in several important respects. First, the buyer of leasehold real estate does not own the land; they only have a right to use the land for a pre-determined amount of time. Second, if leasehold real estate is transferred to a new owner, use of the land is limited to the remaining years covered by the original lease. At the end of the pre-determined period, the land may legally revert back to the Lessor, and is called reversion. At the end of the lease term many lessors and lessees have agreed on either a new lease or the Lessor may agree to sell the land to the Lessee. In the case of a condominium depending on the provisions of any surrender clause in the lease, the buildings and other improvements on the land may also revert to the lessor. Finally, the use, maintenance, and alteration of the leased premises are subject to any restrictions contained in the lease. hawaiigateway.com
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FILMED ON KAUAI Since Edison photographers shot the first motion pictures in Honolulu in 1898, the Hawaiian Islands have hosted some of the most popular films, television series, and commercials ever created.
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ollywood first discovered Kauai’s breathtaking beauty in 1933 when director Lois Weber shot the film White Heat. Since then, filmmakers have returned to our island paradise to shoot such favorites as South Pacific, Blue Hawaii, Raiders of the Lost Ark, King Kong, Outbreak, Jurassic Park, and Six Days, Seven Nights. More recent cred-
its include Dragonfly, Lilo & Stitch, Jurassic Park III, Avatar, Soul Surfer and The Descendents. Film, which includes feature films by major motion picture studios as well as independent productions, television shows, commercials, music videos, and still photo shoots, is an important part of Kauai’s economy. Every year the film industry con-
tributes nearly $2 million towards the island’s economy. Read more about Income Tax Credits and the Hawaii Film Studio in the latest edition of the Kauai Resource Guide. Call 808-212-5333 or info@ onearthguides.com to find out how you can receive your copy. !
MOVIES MADE ON KAUAI Kauai’s resume of blockbuster movies stands alone among the tropical locations of the world. 2014 The Biggest Loser © NBC TV 2013 Jurassic World © Universal - Premiere June 2015 2013 Are You The One © MTV - Reality Show 2011 Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides © Disney 2011 Piranhaconda © Concorde New Horizon 2011 Just Go With It © Sony Pictures 2011 The Descendants © Fox Searchlight 2011 Soul Surfer © Sony Pictures 2010 Avatar © 20th Century Fox 2010 HOP © Universal 2009 Dinocroc Vs. Supergator (for SyFy Channel) 2008 High School Reunion Season 5 © TV Land 2008 Perfect Getaway © Rogue Films 2008 Tropic Thunder © Dreamworks/Red Hour Prod 2006 Supergator (for SyFy Channel) © Rodeo Productions 2005 Band Of Pirates, Buccaneer Island © Mercury Pro 2005 Komodo Vs. Cobra (Syfy Channel)© Barking Sand Pro 2002 Dragonfly © Universal Pictures 2001 Jurassic Park III © Amblin/Universal Pictures 2001 Manhunt © United Paramount Network 2001 Moolah Beach © Fox Family Worldwide 2001 The Time Machine © Dreamworks & Warner Bros. 2000 To End All Wars © Argyll Film Partners, LLC 2000 Dinosaur © Disney Pictures 2000 The Testaments © LDS Church 1998 6 Days / 7 Nights © Touchstone Pictures 1998 Mighty Joe Young © Walt Disney Pictures 1997 George of the Jungle © Walt Disney Pictures 1997 The Lost World: Jurassic Park © Amblin/Universal 1995 Outbreak © Warner Bros. 1994 North © Castle Rock Entertainment 1993 Jurassic Park © Amblin/Universal Pictures 1992 Honeymoon in Vegas © Castle Rock Entertainment 1991 Hook © Amblin Entertainment 1990 Flight of the Intruder © Paramount Pictures 1990 Lord of the Flies © Castle Rock Films 1989 Millennium © Gladden Enterprises 1988 Lady in White © New Sky Communications, Inc. 1987 Throw Momma from the Train © Orion Pictures 1986 Islands of the Alive © Larry Cohen Productions 1983 The Thorn Birds © Warner Bros. hawaiigateway.com
1983 Uncommon Valor © Paramount Pictures 1983 Body Heat © Warner Bros./Ladd Company 1983 Raiders of the Lost Ark © Lucas-Spielberg Prod. 1981 Behold Hawaii © MacGillivray-Freeman Productions 1980 Seven © Dino DiLaurentis 1979 Last Flight of Noah’s Ark © Walt Disney Productions 1978 Deathmoon © CBS Productions 1978 Acapulco Gold © Marvista Production 1977 Fantasy Island © Universal Studios 1977 Islands in the Stream © Paramount Pictures 1976 King Kong © Paramount Pictures 1974 Castaway Cowboy © Walt Disney Productions 1970 The Hawaiians © Mirisch Productions 1969 Lost Flight © Universal Studios 1968 Yoake No Futare © Shochiku Company 1968 Lovers at Dawn © Mirisch Productions 1966 Lt. Robin Crusoe, U.S.N. © Walt Disney Productions 1965 Operation Attack © Selmur Production 1965 None but the Brave © Warner Bros. 1965 Paradise Hawaiian Style © Paramount Pictures 1964 Gilligan’s Island © United Artists/CBS Productions 1963 Donovan’s Reef © Paramount Productions 1962 Diamond Head © Columbia Pictures 1962 Sanga Ari © Shochiku Productions 1961 Blue Hawaii © Paramount/Hal Wallis Productions 1961 Seven Women from Hell © Assoc Producers/20CFx 1960 The Wackiest Ship in the Army © Columbia Picture 1959 Forbidden Island © Columbia Pictures 1958 South Pacific © 20th Century Fox 1958 She Gods of Shark Reef © American Intern. Pictures 1957 Jungle Heat © Bel-Air Productions 1957 Voodoo Island © Bel-Air Productions 1957 Thunder Over Hawaii © Sunset Productions 1956 Between Heaven and Hell © 20th Century Fox 1954 Beachhead © United Artists 1954 Hawaii Chindochu © International Theatrical Co. 1953 Miss Sadie Thompson © Columbia Pictures 1951 Bird of Paradise © 20th Century Fox 1950 Pagan Love Song © MGM Productions 1934 White Heat © Universal Pictures
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