2018 PC Hawaii POC

voyages hawaii

Charting a New Course with Princess Cruises®

Hawaii — 2018/2019 Cruises Please return magazine to stateroom at voyage end

2018_PCL_HAW_CVR.indd 1

7/24/18 1:46 PM

In 1959 a diver emerged from the waters off Maui with the discovery of a coral tree that would branch into a new venture. As we celebrate our 60th anniversary, that heritage is reflected in the Maui Divers Jewelry family tree of the company we have grown into as we continue to emulate nature’s beauty in Hawaiian Black Coral, pearls, gold and diamonds.

The evolution of style: The Maui Divers Heritage Collection.

I n s p i r e d , d e s i g n e d a n d c r e a t e d i n H aw a i ‘ i O ‘ A H U : A l a M o a n a C e n t e r | J e w e l r y D e s i g n C e n t e r | T- G a l l e r i a b y D F S Wa i k i k i | D o l e P l a n t a t i o n | H a l e i w a | H i l t o n H a w a i i a n V i l l a g e I n t e r n a t i o n a l M a r k e t P l a c e | R o y a l H a w a i i a n H o t e l | S h e r a t o n Wa i k i k i | Wa i k i k i B e a c h M a r r i o t t | M A U I : P i o n e e r I n n | W h a l e r s V i l l a g e B I G I S L A N D O F H AWA I ‘ I : K o n a S q u a r e | M a u n a L o a M a c a d a m i a N u t | Q u e e n s ’ M a r k e t p l a c e | R o y a l K o n a C o f f e e Wa i k o l o a K i n g ’s S h o p s | K A U A ‘ I : A n c h o r C o v e | F O R E V E R G U A R A N T E E D | 8 0 0 . 2 5 3 . 6 0 1 6 | M A U I D I V E R S . C O M

6273L-R.indd 3

6/6/18 2:09 PM

voyages Charting a new course with Princess Cruises 2 018 – 2 019 Cruise s

18

20

let yo u r j o u rn ey begin

at yo u r s er v ic e

24

t im e t h at ’s al l yo u rs

28

c eleb rat e n ew d is c ove r i e s

22

d e l i c i o us d i l e m ma

Dreaming of how you’ll spend your days on board? The beauty of a cruise is that there are endless possibilities and no wrong choices.

Let us introduce you to The Shops of Princess, awarded “Best Onboard Shopping” by the readers of Porthole Cruise Magazine.

31

An Exploration of Culture

32

Movies Under the Stars®

34

Youth & Teen Programs

38 Casino

30

r e l i ve yo u r ti m e a t se a

40

Shows & Entertainment

42

Princess Cruises

Captain’s Circle SM

36

n igh t lif e

SHARE YOUR STORY Connect with Princess and fellow guests via Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+.

Share stories of your Princess adventures, watch videos and much more.

#comebacknew The contents of this magazine are protected by copyright. Reproduction, either in whole or in part, including but not limited to transmission by any means, in any form — digital, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise — is forbidden without express, written permission from the publisher. The magazine assumes no responsibility for the safekeeping or return of unsolicited manuscripts, photography, artwork or other material. Electronic queries only will be acknowledged. E-mail to: editor@onboardmedia.com.

Commentary and opinions expressed in Voyages: Charting a New Course with Princess Cruises are not necessarily those of the cruise line. Princess Cruises is not responsible for any claims or offers made in advertisements appearing in Voyages: Charting a New Course with Princess Cruises.

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 2

7/24/18 2:12 PM

O D PE A N IL Y

, H m 2 18 I 9 ia 56 67 Rd 49 .

8:

3

w do F 0 or (8 eek es act am 16 ( 0 end not ory -5:0 -7 88 8 ) s o op ty 0 0 1 M 8) 96 r ho era pica pm K a 62 6 l te ll ea c -8 iday on y 8 a au d s. a -6 6

Mauna Loa ® macadamia

nuts

have a unique signature “crunch”

and

buttery

flavor

unlike any other nut. They are dry roasted

to

golden

perfection.

Come

experience for yourself at our visitor center where you can see our factory in action, shop for an assortment of island treats and gifts, plus try samples of over 11 mouth-watering flavors.

maunaloa.com

6271.indd 1

6/6/18 12:29 PM

4

Hawaii Map

47

Shore Excursions

48

The Big Isla nd : Hi lo / Kona

50

K auai : Naw i liw i li

58

Maui : La ha ina

64

Oa hu : Honolu lu

74

South Pacific High lights

84

Setting Sail: Depar ture Por ts

86

PHOTOS BY (TURTLE) SHANE MYERS PHOTOGRAPHY; (FIRE DANCER) DEBORAH KOLB/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

content s

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_TOC.indd 4

7/24/18 2:20 PM

3967.indd 1

6/16/15 1:25 PM

Princess Cruises Gift Card Treat your loved ones or that special someone to a gift they’re sure to love.

vv

Choose from a variety of gift card designs

WHAT YOU WHAT YOU and denominations WILL RECEIVE WON’T RECEIVE vv Easy and convenient redemption options ✓✓ 0% Introductory APR vv Flexibility use for an for first 15tomonths*

✕✕ Annual fees existing cruise booking ✕✕ Foreign or onboard service transaction fees ✓✓ 5,000 bonus points after vv Expedited available for plastic gift cards your first delivery purchase* ✕✕ Blackout dates For more information v✓ v Send a digital gift card instantly online through email on travel rewards ✓ Opportunity to redeem visit princess.com/giftcard points for onboard gifts At this time, Princess Cruises Gift Cards are only available for purchase byand residentsservices* of the United States and Canada. Please note that Princess Cruises Plastic Gift Cards cannot be mailed to Canada so Canadian residents wishing to purchase a Gift Card should select the Digital

Card option. Digital gift cards redeemed by Canadian residents can only be used towards cruise passage for bookings made in US Dollars or on board all Princess vessels at the passenger services desk. Princess Cruises Gift Cards cannot be applied towards cruise passage for bookings made in Canadian Dollars. Standard Gift Cards have no expiration date. Promotional Gift Cards may carry an expiration date which will be printed on the Promotional Gift Card. Gift Cards do not incur any dormancy fees for non-use. Gift Cards are not credit, debit, or charge cards, and have no implied warranties. Princess® does not accept responsibility for lost, damaged or stolen Gift Cards, or any unauthorized use of Gift Cards. Gift Cards have no value until activated at time of purchase, and Gift Cards will not be activated until payment is verified. Gift Cards will be activated when delivered, and will be active upon receipt by the customer. Gift Cards cannot be reloaded, meaning funds may not be added to Gift Cards after activation. Once activated, Gift Cards may not be resold; resale or attempted resale is grounds for seizure and cancellation of the Gift Card without compensation. Gift Cards are not refundable or redeemable for cash, except where required by law. Princess may refuse, cancel or hold for review Gift Cards and Gift Card orders in cases where it suspects fraud, mistake, alteration, issuance in an incorrect denomination, or violations of law, policies or these Terms and Conditions. Gift Cards are issued by Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd. Princess and the issuer reserve the right, and holders or purchasers of a Gift Card agree that, Princess and the issuer may at any time change these Terms and Conditions, as permitted by law.

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 6

7/24/18 2:12 PM

6326.indd 1

6/18/18 10:36 AM

8400 NW 36th Street, Suite 520, Miami, FL 33166 Tel: (305) 673.0400 www.onboardmedia.com

Robin Rosenbaum-Andras Senior Vice President, Marketing

Carrie Julier Senior Vice President, General Manager

Jennifer Zawadzki Director of Operations

Editorial & Design Virginia C. Valls Publishing Director

Kate McClare Editor

Ryan Slattery Managing Editor

Iliana Soto Associate Editor

Beth Wood Senior Art Director

Carlos Suarez-Murias Associate Art Director

James Perdomo Production Coordinator

Gail Abrams Ad Services Director

Violeta Manco-Rojas Ad Services Manager

Contributing Writers/Editors

John Anderson Karen Tina Harrison Maria Blanco Mary Anne Hemphill

Advertising Sales

Rudi Riekstins Director of Sales and Cruise Revenue Anna Riekstins Director of International Sales

& Brand Marketing

Rod Musum Executive Director of Sales

Elyce Kolder International Sales Coordinator

Video/Film Production

Todd Hedge Director/Executive Producer

Juan Carlos Peña Director of Photography

Kevin Maschke Post-Production Supervisor

Darien F. Rodriguez Editor

Daniel Kaplan Videographer/Editor

Caroline Keith Producer

Iris Cegarra Editor

Port Shopping Revenue

Andrew Vrzal Regional Marketing Manager

Jimmy Marks Retail Program Manager

Port Shopping

Rina Alvarado Operations Coordinator

Candice Ewing Operations Coordinator

Nadine Winter Customer Relations Manager

©2018 Onboard Media. No claim to original works of Princess Cruises or advertisers.

Ships of Bermudan registry.

All rights reserved. The entire contents of this publication are protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of the copyright owner.

We and our content providers (“we”) have tried to make the information in this publication as accurate as possible, but it is provided “as is” and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information.

8

MR DOOMITS/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

Printed in USA. All articles, descriptions and suggestions concerning activities, tourist attractions and other vacation opportunities described in this publication are merely expressions of opinions by contributing writers; do not constitute the opinions of Onboard Media, Inc., or Princess Cruises; and under no circumstances constitute assurances or guarantees concerning the quality or safety of any such attraction or activity. Onboard Media, Inc., and Princess Cruises specifically disclaim any liability for damages incurred due to the attendance or participation by readers of this publication in any such activity or attraction, and the attendance or participation in any such activity or attraction shall be made solely at the reader’s own risk.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_Pub Page.indd 8

7/26/18 4:03 PM

Definitive Hawaiian fashion, foods, gifts, and jewelry for over fifty years.

BIG ISLAND - HAWAI‘I

KAUA‘I

Kona Inn Shopping Village 75-5744 Ali’i Dr., Unit 96 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Tel: (808) 329-7200 Open Daily 9am-9pm

MAUI

O‘AHU

Lihue Town 3-3252 Kuhio Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766 (808) 245-3404

900 Front St., Ste D1 Lahaina, HI 96761 (808) 667-7911

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #1254 Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-3266

Open Daily 9am-7pm

Open Daily 9am-10pm

Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm Sun 10am-7pm

Free shuttle stop available at Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Lahaina piers Holiday hours may vary. See website for more info.

6319.indd 1

6/12/18 3:09 PM

BLUE

Every Year Since 1995 Blue Hawaiian is the only activity company in the world so honored.

6259L-R.indd 2

THE LOCAL FAVORITE

Every Year Since 1996 “Blue Hawaiian is the Cadillac of helicopter tour companies.”

Frommer’s EasyGuide to Hawaii 2018

ERS

T R AVEL GUIDES

A I I AN HE L I C AW

OPT

H

R ECOM MEN DED BY

“Hawaii’s premier helicopter tour company.”

Year after year since 1997, our superb maintenance technicians Voted “Best Air Tour Company” 61 times since 2000 by reader have earned the FAA’s highest polls on Maui, Kauai, accolade, the “Certificate of and the Big Island Excellence, Diamond Award.”

6/11/18 11:05 AM

BLUE HAWAIIAN HELICOPTERS

For the tour of a lifetime, every time.

Far beyond the beaches and hotels and places you can drive to, there’s another Hawaii — the real Hawaii of iconic sights, cascading waterfalls, gorgeous tropical vistas, fiery lava flows, and lush rainforests. Blue Hawaiian reveals this “hidden” Hawaii like no one else.

Every tour features in-flight

HD video (optional), Bose® noise-canceling headsets, and two-way communication between you and your pilot, a State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guide. Experience the ultimate in aerial touring with Blue Hawaiian — the world's most honored helicopter tour company, and the only one that serves all of Hawaii.

CHOOSE BLUE. HAWAII’S BEST.

HALL of FAME

ny” er

16 • 2017 • 20

2011 • 2012 • 2

• 2014 • 201 5 013

#1 SINCE 2013

6259L-R.indd 3

Oahu (808) 831-8800 Maui (808) 871-8844 Kauai (808) 245-5800 Big Island (808) 961-5600 Toll-Free (800) 745-2583 www.BlueHawaiian.com

6/11/18 11:06 AM

h e llo from your p r in c e s s s h o p pin g host WELCOME ABOARD!

I’m your Princess Shopping Host ­­— your personal shopping consultant. I’m here to save you time and money, both in The Shops of Princess and in our fabulous ports of call.

During this voyage, I’ll provide you with everything you’ll need to know about shopping. I’ll be hosting the live Shopping Spotlight Show and special events on watches and jewelry, and I’ll be available each evening at the Princess Shopping Desk. I’ll also provide you with maps, brochures and VIP cards upon request.

Few things are more thrilling on a cruise vacation than shopping for dazzling treasures such as watches, diamonds and jewelry ­— all at amazing duty-free prices. For inside information on how you can indulge your taste for the best, be sure to watch the Style at Sea show on your stateroom television, with video replays of the Shopping Spotlight Show and special features about The Shops of Princess.

With all this expert guidance, you’ll know exactly how to enjoy the unsurpassed savings and selection of shopping on vacation!

At your service, Your Princess Shopping Host

12

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_Host Letter.indd 12

7/24/18 2:23 PM

6327.indd 1

6/15/18 1:33 PM

6310L-R.indd 2

6/11/18 11:27 AM

VISIT DEL SOL IN KAUAI, KONA, AND MAUI CARIBBEAN · ALASKA · HAWAII · CONTINENTAL US · MEXICO · EUROPE... and growing!

6310L-R.indd 3

6/11/18 11:27 AM

6309L-R.indd 2

6/11/18 11:23 AM

6309L-R.indd 3

6/11/18 11:23 AM

le t yo ur jour ney b eg in

18

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 18

7/24/18 2:13 PM

GO STAND ON DECK and breathe in the fresh air. Explore your ship and all its amenities. Make new friends in the Piazza. Discover more about yourself and the world around you on a vacation designed just for you.

Consider this book a guide to what you can expect on your cruise and what you’ll find on your ship. The introduction to a new hobby. A cozy nook to call your own.

Your favorite new dish. Anticipate moments that not only relax or entertain you but also lead you to come back new.ÂŽ

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 19

19

7/24/18 2:13 PM

a t yo ur s er v ic e Princess Cruises moments that matter

20

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 20

7/24/18 2:13 PM

IT COULD BE a bartender who remembers your favorite drink every time. The stateroom steward who welcomes you back with a smile. The waiter who always knows which dessert you’ll choose. These are moments that matter, small gestures that make a big difference in how at home you feel at sea.

Crewmembers who exceed the expectations of guests like you can receive the Moments that Matter award, which is part of the CRUISE program. CRUISE promotes our core values: we serve, we respect our team, we innovate, we are consistent, we are accountable and we do it right. Throughout your voyage, you’ll see crew members embodying these principles because we’re committed to ensuring your vacation is relaxed tand refreshing.

What moments matter to you? A friendly suggestion about which afternoon activity will please your entire group. Swapping stories about home. Vacation memories are precious, and they’re often made in unexpected ways. We not only want you to remember the places you visit and the spectacular ship you sailed on but also how valued you felt while you were here.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 21

21

7/24/18 2:13 PM

d elic io us dilem m a

22

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 22

7/24/18 2:13 PM

FOOD IS MORE THAN SUSTENANCE. It’s thrilling. Comforting.

It weaves through our memories like a favorite song and connects us to a time and place. It brings people together, an unassailable reason for taking the time to simply sit and talk.

Our Designed for Fresh cuisine celebrates food in all its forms. A burger grilled to order on deck. A slice of handmade pizza by the pool.

A seafood feast as you take in the perfect stillness of the sea. Fresh regional dishes inspired by the places you go. Sauces made from scratch and breads baked fresh every day.

Savor the varied menus of our Traditional and Anytime DiningSM rooms. Try something new, like a local delicacy, or select a familiar favorite, such as signature pastas. All freshly prepared. Then end on a heavenly note with Chocolate Journeys℠ from master chocolatier Norman Love.

Indulge in a meal at any of our specialty restaurants. A six-course, fine dining experience at SHARE by Curtis Stone. Handmade pasta dishes at Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria from Chef Angelo Auriana. An aged prime steak at Crown Grill or Sterling Steakhouse. An exclusive, multicourse dinner from the executive chef called the Chef’s Table.

The Ultimate Balcony Dining served in your own balcony stateroom.

Embrace the many flavors you’ll find here and the meals shared with your favorite people.

Note: Please reference your Princess Patter or log on to Princess@Sea or OceanConcierge for information about the restaurants and dining venues on board.

Your ship is a floating destination of culinary delights, with options to match every taste and mood.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 23

23

7/24/18 2:13 PM

24

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 24

7/24/18 2:13 PM

tim e tha t ’s al l yo ur s WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME you felt completely free?

When you could let all your cares go and do whatever you want.

No chores, no obligations. Just you and your whims.

Consider this your wonderland, and every day an invitation — better yet, permission — to spend your days your way. To get in touch with your artistic side. To learn a new dance. Or to just sit by the pool and read a book.

Access a list of each day’s activities in your Princess Patter, on Princess@Sea or OceanConcierge. And feel free.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 25

25

7/24/18 2:13 PM

re new you rself bod y & soul

26

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 26

7/24/18 2:13 PM

BEST CRUISE SHIP BED Cruise Critic

IT’S THE PEACE OF A SUNSET over the sea. An invigorating swim followed by a massage.

The most refreshing night of sleep you’ve had in years. Rejuvenation can be found in moments when you feel like the world stands still.

Savor a little “me time” in the Lotus Spa® — the wonders of hot stones, the calm of a facial or the pampering that only a full-service salon offers. If toning is your treat, make your way to our comprehensive fitness center for personal training and the latest classes.

Retreat to The Sanctuary for an outdoor oasis reserved exclusively for adults.* Lounge the day away, attended to by Serenity Stewards. Listen to the soothing sounds of the ocean. For the ultimate indulgence, enjoy a massage under a cabana.

Anticipate the best sleep at sea on the award-winning Princess Luxury Bed, created in collaboration with board-certified sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus and HGTV designer Candice Olson, in a stateroom optimized for slumber through a program Dr. Breus helped design: SLEEP

by Princess.

Here it’s easy to take it easy.

* The Sanctuary is available on most ships. Covered cabanas and massages not available in The Sanctuary on all ships.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 27

27

7/24/18 2:13 PM

28

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 28

7/24/18 2:13 PM

cel ebrate new d is c over ies

IT’S THE FEEL of a leather designer handbag. The thrill of trying on earrings that make you shine. Find your happy place in The Shops of Princess,™ home to The Runway fashion show, trunk shows, an exclusive onboard outlet and the finest tax- and duty-free shopping at sea.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 29

29

7/24/18 2:13 PM

reli ve your tim e at sea IT’S THE ULTIMATE souvenir: a reminder of your adventures together. Let the Princess Photo & Video team capture moments that become memories, and tell stories for years to come.

BEST

ONBOARD PHOTOGRAPHY READERS’ CHOICE AWARD PORTHOLE MAGAZINE

PLATINUM STUDIO

by Joe Craig

YOUR LIFE. OUR ART. YOUR LEGACY. Created by internationally recognized photographer Joe Craig, the Platinum Studio experience puts the focus on your inner spirit. Using creative lighting techniques, our specially trained Platinum Artist creates a unique style of art with sessions taking place in a private studio.

Visit the Photo & Video Gallery to book your appointment today!

30

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 30

7/24/18 2:13 PM

an ex plo ra tion of culture EXPAND YOUR CULTURAL HORIZONS through onboard activities designed to engage your mind and inspire your spirit.

Develop your culinary skills in a cooking class. Brush up on art history, and make your own masterpiece in arts and crafts. Hone your navigational awareness. Gain a fresh perspective on regional life through the destination experts, from local residents to naturalists, of Encounters with Discovery at SEA™.

Dabble in the fast-paced world of live art auctions, and find your new favorite work of art. Bid on hundreds of creations from the art world’s biggest stars of the past and present, and have your new piece shipped right to your door. Join gallery events and enrichment lectures with those who share your passion.

Discover the beauty of experiencing something old and learning something new.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 31

31

7/24/18 2:13 PM

t he s ky’s t he limit Experience the joy of watching a feature film on a

giant poolside screen — a concept pioneered by Princess — with Movies Under the Stars.®

32

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 32

7/24/18 2:13 PM

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE taking in a movie while surrounded by the sea, the thrills of the action onscreen enhanced by the beauty all around you. Order a drink, grab a bag of complimentary popcorn, and find a lounge chair by the pool (or a spot in the hot tub). With a high-tech 300-square-foot LED screen and 69,000-watt stereo system there are no bad seats here.

Like any good multiplex, Movies Under the Stars® keeps a varied schedule, showing up to five films during the day and two feature films at night, plus concerts and major sporting events. Catch NFL games and playoffs, NBA Finals, MLB World Series, college bowl games and more on the big screen.* Share the fun with whole family, and let the kids go wild at PlayStation® and Nintendo® Wii™ tournaments. Teens will enjoy late-night screenings just for them.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. *Satellite coverage permitting.

Note: Movies Under the Stars is featured on most Princess ships.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 33

33

7/24/18 2:14 PM

—introducing —

reimagined youth & teen centers CALLING ALL EXPLORERS. Go where imagination sets sail and each day offers the opportunity to discover new worlds. Created in partnership with Discovery,™ our engaging centers and enhanced programs inspire cruisers ages three to 17. Visit princess.com/family for details. Rolling out fleetwide through 2019.

The Treehouse – Just for younger kids (ages 3 – 7)

The Lodge – Just for bigger kids (ages 8 – 12)

Theme nights. Art projects. Sports activities. Movies. From The Treehouse, a forest-like spot for kids three to seven, to The Lodge, an outdoors-themed home base for kids eight to 12, Camp Discovery is the place for kids to play, huddle, create and discover.

*Youth facilities, age groupings and programs vary by ship.

34

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 34

7/30/18 1:57 PM

The Beach House – Just for teens (ages 13 – 17) Teens can head to The Beach House, their exclusive lounge. Here they’ll battle each other in gaming tournaments and at mini golf, air hockey and pingpong. Join in interactive scavenger hunts. Enjoy dance classes, movie nights and a red-carpet VIP party. And, most of all, make new friends.

Parents’ Night Out Take advantage of nighttime babysitting,* and hit the bars, casinos and shows, while the kids watch movies and play games. Everyone wins.

*Nominal fee applies for late-night kid sitting.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 35

35

7/24/18 2:14 PM

the n ig ht bel on g s t o yo u Uncover enchantment each night, whether dancing in a club or savoring a glass of your favorite pinot in Vines wine bar.

36

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 36

7/24/18 2:14 PM

IT’S A RARE LUXURY, the ability to walk out of your stateroom any evening and take in a musical, roll the dice in a lively casino or dance the night away in a state-of-the-art nightclub. Here it’s your luxury.

Each night you have your choice of entertaining options only steps away. Laugh at a top-notch comedy act or marvel at a magician. Sip champagne in an intimate lounge, after viewing the champagne waterfall in the Atrium.

Or simply take a stroll on deck. The night is yours.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 37

37

7/24/18 2:14 PM

w hen l ady luc k is a Pr inc ess An onboard casino that has it all? You bet.

38

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 38

7/24/18 2:14 PM

THERE’S A THRILL before the spin of the wheel, the turn of a card. When everything is possible and anything can happen.

Your ship’s casino is a playground for adults, fun with your favorite games of chance. Try to keep a hot streak going at the tables.

Press your luck at slots and maybe even a slot tournament. Give the lottery a go, and join a lively game of bingo.

It all happens here, in a place where the dazzle of Vegas meets the elegant ambiance of Princess to create one of the finest casinos at sea. Come play with us.

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 39

39

7/24/18 2:14 PM

Music, dance & a little

magic Embark on a journey to another time and place without leaving your seat. That’s the magic of our production shows.

Perhaps it’s the lavish stage sets. The stirring scores. The Broadway-caliber singers and dancers. Or the fact that each musical production was created just for you, including new shows from Stephen Schwartz, award-winning composer of Wicked and Godspell.

Your voyage features several different productions, detailed each day for you in your Princess Patter, on Princess@Sea or OceanConcierge. The magic awaits.

40

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 40

7/24/18 2:14 PM

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 41

41

7/24/18 2:14 PM

we lc o m e to t h e c irc le Revel in the benefits of the best loyalty program at sea, whether this is your first cruise with us or your one-hundredth.

42

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 42

7/24/18 2:14 PM

GOLD MEMBERS After your 1st completed cruise • Special Launch Savings • Reduced Deposit • Preferential pricing offers • Circle CenterSM Online - StandBy Program - Refer-a-Friend - Circle Savings AccountSM • Circle Magazine • Access to a Circle Host on board • Members-only onboard events • Princess Passport • Gold Member Pin

RUBY MEMBERS Ruby Members get all Gold Member benefits plus the Ruby benefits.

From your 4th–5th cruise, or 31­–50 cruise days • Exclusive shoreside access to the Captain’s Circle Help Desk phone line • Upgrade to Princess Platinum Vacation Protection - Double benefits for Accident & Sickness Medical Expense and Baggage/Personal Effects coverage - I ncreases Special Cancellation Credit Feature to 100% • 10% discount off the purchase of our Reflections DVD on board • Ruby Member Pin

PLATINUM MEMBERS Platinum Members get all Ruby Member benefits plus the Platinum benefits.

IT FEELS GOOD to be part of an inner circle. Sail with us once, and you join the Princess Cruises® Captain’s Circle.SM As a member of our favorite group, you have access to a world of benefits. Exclusive onboard events. Special offers. A reduced deposit. And that’s only the beginning.

Higher levels enjoy even bigger perks, from Priority Check-In to Internet credit.

Plus our most-traveled guests attend an affair hosted by senior officers with commemorative gifts for that sailing’s top three most frequent cruisers.

Review the list here to see why Captain’s Circle is the best loyalty program at sea, and seek out the Circle Host on your ship to answer any questions you have about the loyalty program. Be sure to use your special Captain’s Circle Member Number each time you book a cruise to take advantage of all your benefits.

Thanks for being in our inner Circle.

NOTE: Captain’s Circle Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the Captain’s Circle Program. Please visit princess.com or your Captain’s Circle Host on board to review the full terms of the program and to obtain further details on member benefits.

From your 6th-15th cruise, or 51-150 cruise days • Complimentary Internet Package • Priority check-in at Embarkation • Platinum Disembarkation Lounge • Complimentary Cruise Atlas • Platinum Member Pin

ELITE MEMBERS Elite Members get all Platinum Member benefits plus the Elite benefits.

From your 16th cruise on, or 151+ cruise days • Exclusive window to preview and book new itineraries • Complimentary shoe polishing, laundry and professional cleaning services • Priority ship-to-shore tender embarkation • Priority disembarkation • 10% discount in the Shops of Princess • Complimentary Grapevine Wine Tasting • Complimentary mini-bar setup • Complimentary canapés on formal nights (upon request) • Upgraded stateroom amenities • Traditional afternoon tea in stateroom (upon request) • Elite Member Pin

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 43

43

7/24/18 2:14 PM

s e t you r s i g h t s o n yo u r n ex t c r u i s e Turn your dreams of another vacation into reality when you book your next cruise on board with a Future Cruise Consultant. Enjoy up to $300 to spend on board your next cruise when you make a low, refundable deposit, even if you don’t know where you want to sail next.

AN EXCLUSIVE OFFER for our onboard guests: Either book a cruise or place a refundable deposit of only $100 per person to receive up to $300 FREE onboard spending money for your next cruise.

If you aren’t sure where you want to go, you can pay now and choose the cruise later.

With a Future Cruise Deposit, you have two years to select one of the over 150 itineraries we offer. Visit your Future Cruise Consultant for details, and make plans before your sailing ends.

Cruise length

Stateroom type

Free onboard spending money

3-6 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$15 $25

7-10 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$25 $50

11-16 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$75 $100

17-44 days

Interior/Oceanview Balcony/Mini/Suites

$125 $150

C heck the Princess Patter or Princess@Sea daily for office hours and location. Deposits and onboard spending money are per person per deposit per booking, based on double occupancy. Future Cruise Deposits will be automatically refunded if not applied to a new booking within two years from date of purchase. Onboard spending money applies to the holder of the Future Cruise Deposit only, and is not applicable to upper berth guests. Onboard spending money is non refundable and may only be used on a single voyage and expires at the end of that voyage.

For cruises 45 days or more, the reduced deposit and onboard spending money do not apply. The reduced deposit requirement for these bookings may vary based on booking dates, and a fare discount of 3% is provided. Future Cruise Deposits are available in the same currency as your booking. See the onboard Future Cruise Consultant for details.

44

Princess Cruises Voyages

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 44

7/24/18 2:14 PM

new wonders on the horizon Sky Princess debuts in 2019 SM

Renew your sense of adventure aboard our brand-new Royal Class ship. Be one of the first to experience inspired features and reimagined amenities that set a new standard for cruising.

BOOK NOW! Contact your TRAVEL AGENT | Visit the FUTURE CRUISE SALES OFFICE on board

Voyages Hawaii-8.375x10.875_MK.indd 45

7/24/18 2:14 PM

6315.indd 1

6/15/18 11:16 AM

M AP

H AWAI I AN I SL AND S

KAUAI

OAHU

MAUI

p o r t s o f c a ll

h a w aii

HILO

50 The Big Island: Hilo / Kona

KONA

58 Kauai: Nawiliwili 64 Maui: Lahaina 74 Oahu: Honolulu 84 South Pacific Highlights 86 Setting Sail: Departure Ports

18HAW_Hawaii Map.indd 47

Princess Cruises Voyages

47

7/24/18 2:22 PM

s p e c t a c ula r s h o r e

e x c ur sio n s

By John Anderson

The islands of Hawaii are 10,900 square miles of some of the most stunningly beautiful landscape on the planet, with a wealth of natural wonders that range from warm tropical beaches to active volcanoes and snow-capped peaks. To take in all that breathtaking scenery, your motorcoach, limo-van or catamaran awaits; or choose a helicopter tour for a one-of-a-kind, up-close view of the islands’ splendor.

BIG ISLAND

The coffee region of historic Kona beckons on the Big Island of Hawaii, where a motorcoach tour takes you past astonishing lava formations and white sand beaches of the Kona coastline. Visit the ancient totems and structures at the sacred sanctuary of Pu’uhonua O Honaunau, built in 1650, and the historic St. Benedict’s Painted Church, filled with beautiful frescoes throughout its interior ceiling and walls.

48

KAUAI On nature-loving Kauai, motorcoach your way to the stunning Waimea Canyon. At the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” marvel at the striped canyon walls and the 10-mile-long lava-rock chasm from a 3,400-foot lookout.

Cruise by riverboat up the Wailua River to the lush Fern Grotto, where tropical plants and ferns sprout from lavarock walls. Cooled by mists from a waterfall, you’ll enjoy live performances of traditional Hawaiian music in the natural amphitheater setting.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18_PR_HAW_46.indd 48

7/24/18 2:24 PM

HAWAII

MAUI

Soar over Maui’s bejeweled coastline, along black sand beaches past spectacular waterfalls — many only viewable through the window of a helicopter. Breeze across the sparkling Pailolo channel to the adjacent island of Molokai for a view of the world’s highest sea cliffs and Honokohau Falls, Hawaii’s tallest waterfall at 1,100 feet.

On a limo-van ride along Maui’s dramatic Road to Hana, you’ll pass lava pinnacles and taro patches in Kaumahina State Wayside Park, stop at the spectacular Upper Waikani Falls, then sink your toes into the black sand beaches of Wai’anapanapa State Park.

Or you can motorcoach to Haleakala National Park to gaze down to the crater floor of the dormant volcano. The tour continues to the Maui Ocean Center featuring an abundance of sea life in the aquarium, touch pool and living reef.

A two-hour catamaran sail takes you along Maui’s beautiful coastline, past the neighboring islands of Kahoolawe, Molokai and Lanai.

TOP TOU R S

OAHU On Oahu, motorcoach along tropical coastline

J HM- 620

and famed North Shore beaches before arriving at the award-winning Polynesian Cultural Center. From a lei greeting to the ceremonial lifting of the roast pig, immerse yourself in traditional Hawaiian culture with an authentic luau. Watch firewalkers and hula kahiko dancers tell the stories of old Hawaii while feasting on Kalua pork, lomi lomi salmon and other local delicacies.

J HM-18 0

TOP TOURS

Here are the top tours on the four islands of your cr uise. For tickets , v isit the onboard shore excursion desk .

BIG I SL A N D ( KONA) KOA-20 0 Place of Ref uge, Painted Church & Cit y Dr ive K AUA I ( NAW ILI W ILI ) LIH-10 0 Waimea Canyon , Wailua R iver & Fer n Grot to M AU I ( L A H A INA) J HM- 8 05 West Maui & Moloka’i Helicopter Tour J HM-10 0 Ha lea ka la Crater & Maui Ocean Center Tr ilog y Catamaran La haina Sail Hana Road Adventure & Picnic OA H U ( HONOLU LU ) HN L-3 0 0 Hawaiian Luau & Poly nesian Cultural Center

Princess Cruises Voyages

18_PR_HAW_46.indd 49

49

7/24/18 2:24 PM

DESTINATIONS

BIG ISLAND

Black-sand beaches, roaring waterfalls, lush rainforests and even snow-capped mountains. When visiting the Big Island, you’ll find that the sights you take in are as varied as they are breathtaking.

Hawaii’s youngest island is not only its most geologically active, but also its largest, spanning an area nearly twice as large as the remaining Hawaiian Islands combined. Here, nature and culture coexist, beckoning visitors to experience the beauty of Hawaii’s terrain and the stories of its people.

50

PHOTO BY MNSTUDIO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

di v er s e t er r ain s

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Big Island-Hilo-Volcanoes.indd 50

7/26/18 4:08 PM

Rainbow Falls in Hilo.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Big Island-Hilo-Volcanoes.indd 51

51

7/24/18 2:24 PM

TOP: Richardson Ocean Park.

BOTTOM: Liliuokalani Gardens.

t r o pi c al t r e a s ur e s From lush rainforest to intriguing culture, Hilo has many charms for the visitor.

All hands are on deck as a ship approaches Hilo, a paradise of black-sand beaches, tropical rainforest and volcanic mountains. Hilo has many jungle elements: a rushing river; the prismatic Rainbow Falls; the United States’ only rainforest zoo, Panaewa; and the spectacular Tropical Botanical Garden, overlooking Onomea Bay. Yet it also offers attractions for those in search of history and culture.

Banyan Drive, a panoramic promenade with majestic banyan trees forming an arch overhead, is steps from the pier. Banyan strollers often drop into Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, a serene Japanese estate with photo-ready orchids, pagodas and goldfish ponds. A footbridge leads from Banyan Drive to Coconut Island, offering views of Mauna Kea’s snowy summit.

Hilo’s bayfront, Kamehameha Drive, is lined with renovated vintage storefronts. Its thriving downtown boasts Art Deco treasures like the Palace Theater, and unique shops and art galleries. Cultural lures include the sobering Pacific Tsunami Museum, which looks at the phenomena of giant waves that have pummeled Hawaii, including one especially devastating wave in 1946; the Imiloa Astronomy Center and planetarium; and the Lyman House, which tells the story of Hawaiian missionaries.

One of the most enthralling stories is the ancient tale of King Kamehameha, who is still revered in Hilo. According to legend, it was prophesied that whoever moved the 7,000-pound Naha Stone would unite the Hawaiian islands and become a great king.

With a little help from the gods, a 14-year-old named Kamehameha lifted the stone and eventually fulfilled the prophecy. The Naha Stone, set in front of the Hilo Public Library, still astonishes.

52

PHOTOS BY DUPLASS/RADOSLAW LECYK/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

By Karen Tina Harrison

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Big Island-Hilo-Volcanoes.indd 52

7/24/18 2:25 PM

Maui Divers Jewelry brings romantic sunset colors to life in this opulent collection. Enhanced by our modern classic Living Heirloom® scrollwork and contemporary styling, celebrate the passion of new beginnings with this perfect combination.

I n s p i r e d , d e s i g n e d a n d c r e a t e d i n H aw a i ‘ i F O R E V E R G UA R A N T E E D

6275.indd 1

|

O‘AHU

|

K AUA ‘ I

|

M AU I

|

KO N A

|

HILO |

800.253.6016

|

M AU I D I V E R S . C O M

6/6/18 12:18 PM

f ier y foundation Volcanoes have been part of Hawaii’s identity for millions of years, nowhere more strongly than on the Big Island. Kilauea, which erupted forcefully and destructively in 2018, is one of two active volcanoes that islanders have learned to live with.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

REALM OF THE GODDESS To a Big Islander, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the smoking vermilion dominion of lava lorded over by Pele, the fearsome volcano goddess. Pele is so ingrained in Big Island culture that “Thank God” is often spoken as “Thank Pele.”

Centuries ago, the park’s land housed farming communities that tilled rich volcanic soil and fished along coastal coves and cliffs. A myriad of handbuilt rock shelters stood on intricate, age-old trails, leading to prized resources that sustained life: freshwater, medicinal plants, wood, volcanic basalt for tools and bird nesting areas where food was readily available. Petroglyphs (rock paintings) revealed an artistic spirit, capturing simple, timeless figures of hunters and families.

In one spot, ancient footprints were found preserved in petrified ash. Islanders and their kahuna priests believe they marked the dying steps of a desperate party of warriors, suffocated by a gaseous eruption in 1790. Some anthropologists say they’ve been there centuries longer.

Even before the 2018 eruption, Kilauea encompassed a roiling lake of ever-advancing molten lava, remaining true to its name, which means “spew and spread.” Visitors could witness plumes of steam arising from the ocean as Kilauea expelled molten rock into the sea through subterranean lava tubes. Sunken pit craters and red-hot lava streams were part of the park ’s landscape, as was Kipuka Nene forest, where 1,100-year-old trees occupied a hill encircled by fresh, fuming lava. Amid this drama, brilliant butterflies and hummingbird-like Hawaiian honeycreepers would flit about. Kilauea occasionally created inconvenience as volcanic flux and toxic sulfur dioxide gas closed the road entering the park.

COLOSSAL COMPANION To Kilauea’s west, Mauna Loa (“tall mountain”) confounds the imagination. At nearly 2,000 square miles, covering over half the Big Island, it can be spoken of only in superlatives: It is Earth’s biggest volcano and largest mountain.

Greater in area and volume than Mount Everest, its peak sits 10.5 miles from the Pacific Ocean floor.

Mauna Loa is among the planet’s most active volcanoes, having erupted 33 times since 1843, when record keeping began. The most recent explosion, in 1984, caused no fatalities, although villages were destroyed by eruptions in 1926 and 1950.

Still, destruction is not always the end result of this force of nature. The city of Hilo owes its beginnings to the late-19th-century lava flows on which it was built.

PHOTO BY GEORGE BURBA/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

The Big Island’s volcanoes are more than a state symbol and tourism draw. They are the island’s literal bedrock, the foundation on which it was built, and the firmament of local faith and legend. They are business as usual on the Big Island, which is composed of five “shield volcanoes” — gushers that blew their tops eons ago. Kilauea and Hawaii’s other active volcano, Mauna Loa, sit within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a vast preserve less than an hour’s drive from Hilo. Dormant Mauna Kea towers to the north.

Editor’s Note In mid-2018, much of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was closed due to volcano damage. As you read this, some or all of the park may have reopened. Check with the onboard excursions desk for the latest information.

54

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Big Island-Hilo-Volcanoes.indd 54

7/24/18 2:25 PM

Definitive Hawaiian fashion, foods, gifts, and jewelry for over fifty years.

BIG ISLAND - HAWAI‘I

KAUA‘I

Kona Inn Shopping Village 75-5744 Ali’i Dr., Unit 96 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Tel: (808) 329-7200 Open Daily 9am-9pm

MAUI

O‘AHU

Lihue Town 3-3252 Kuhio Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766 (808) 245-3404

900 Front St., Ste D1 Lahaina, HI 96761 (808) 667-7911

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #1254 Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-3266

Open Daily 9am-7pm

Open Daily 9am-10pm

Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm Sun 10am-7pm

Free shuttle stop available at Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Lahaina piers Holiday hours may vary. See website for more info.

6320.indd 1

6/12/18 3:08 PM

c o a s t w i t h t h e m o s t : k o n a ’s b e w i t c hin g b e a c h e s

By Karen Tina Harrison

PHOTOS BY ORXY/FOMINAYAPHOTO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

Two centuries after King Kamehameha the Great chose Kailua-Kona’s bay for his royal dynasty’s Big Island beach retreat, the allure of its sand-and-lavarock shoreline, crystalline waters and vibrant sea life continue to endure.

Today, the Kona Coast is open to anyone seeking the beauty of the Big Island’s beaches. And while each of these waterfront wonders offers a unique experience of its own, they are all equally breathtaking.

MAGIC ACT White Sands Beach and its rainbow sunsets await four miles south of Kailua-Kona on the Kona Coast Scenic Byway. This beloved beach is also called Magic Sands for its vanishing act. After a rain, the sands disappear, revealing petrified lava sheets and boulders birthed by Kailua-Kona’s backyard volcano, Hualalai, which last erupted in 1801. Within hours of a shower, the sand reappears mysteriously, as soft and white as confectioner’s sugar. The beach’s waters are the 56

placid blue of a Tiffany box, concealing a lively current that energizes snorkelers, swimmers and splashers.

NATURE’S AQUARIUM Just down the road, Kahalu’u Beach Park is a rocky cove with sparse sand. But the action here is aquatic. The cove’s natural rock wave break creates tame waters with a constant temperature in the low eighties. Local fish love lounging at Kahalu’u; as a result, swimmers and snorkelers are stunned by kaleidoscopic species like electric green and violet parrotfish, neon-blue and gold damselfish, and the Aloha State’s official fish, the yellow-backed, black-belted humuhumu. Meanwhile, Hawaii’s sacred honu sea turtles lord over the scene like the stars they are.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Big Island-Hilo-Volcanoes.indd 56

7/24/18 2:25 PM

SNORKEL MIRACLE Two Step Beach, 20 worthwhile miles south of Kailua-Kona, is named for its route into the water. Step off its rocky margins and you’re amidst the Big Island’s most breathtaking shore snorkeling spot.

Two Step’s lucid waters burst with balletic schools of Hawaiian flagtails, yellow tangs, giant angelfish and coral beds in the psychedelic hues of a ‘60s album jacket.

Mornings bring an unforgettable opportunity to swim with dolphins in the wild as exuberant Hawaiian spinner dolphins put on impromptu shows.

PACIFIC PARADISE

Of the three fantasy beaches in Kehaka Kai State Park north of Kailua-Kona, Mahai’ula is reachable without hiking or scrambling over lava rocks. Its crescent of snowy sand is peppered with lava flecks and rimmed with shady palms and kiawe (Hawaiian mesquite trees heaven sent for napping or reading). The aquamarine water is animated by rolling waves made for jumping over or darting under.

Mahai’ula surfers and shy Hawaiian monk seals congregate at the beach’s Kawaili Point near a stone fishing goddess who has watched over the bay for a millennium.

ANCIENT INSPIRATION Honokohau Beach furnishes body-and-soul immersion in the Kona Coast.

It’s tucked into Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park, the site of a traditional Kona seafaring and fishing settlement. The park’s nearly intact treasures (heiau shrines, home foundations, ingenious fishponds and petroglyph rock drawings) are highlights of a four-mile hike. Honokohau (a small, serene swimming beach) commingles swaths of sand, lava beds from Hualalai’s eruptions and teeming tidal ponds. Visitors turtle-gaze at majestic honu while soaking up the beach’s caressing waters and palpable mana: its living spirit.

ABOVE: Sunset on the coast of Big Island.

RIGHT: Ki’i in Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park, Big Island.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Big Island-Hilo-Volcanoes.indd 57

57

7/26/18 5:47 PM

DESTINATIONS

KAUAI

the g ar d e n i s lan d Arriving through Nawiliwili — named for the Wiliwili trees that once ruled the area — might give those visiting Kauai’s official harbor for the first time a sense of déjà vu. Misplaced as it may seem, this familiar feeling can be attributed to the opening scene from the film Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark. Kauai’s abundance of natural wonders presents a real conundrum: which of its many breathtaking attractions to experience? Fifty miles of blissful beaches? Jaw-dropping Waimea Canyon? Luckily for visitors, Kauai is compact enough to see it all via the main road — until the road ends, and then one must take to the sea or the air.

58

PHOTOS BY NICKOLAY STANEV/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

In Kauai, nature rules. The Garden Island features a lush landscape that’s straight out of a utopian fantasy: rainforests, mountains, canyons, volcanoes, waterfalls and surf-pounded cliffs.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Kauai.indd 58

7/26/18 5:49 PM

An aerial view of Waimea Canyon in Hawaii.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Kauai.indd 59

59

7/24/18 2:27 PM

Amazing Waimea Canyon in Kauai.

peak e x perience: w aim e a c a n y o n i t l o o m s l a r g e in t h e m y t h o l o g y and ps yche o f k auai.

By Karen Tina Harrison

v i o l e n t o r i g in s Kauai is the remnant of a towering, ancient volcano arising from the ocean floor. When the volcano erupted and collapsed eons ago, its lava formed a mountain: Mount Waialeale. Its striking geography made this mile-high peak one of the wettest spots on Earth; today, its incessant rainfall totals nearly 40 feet 60

Highlights of this spectacularly scenic drive are numerous. Waimea Canyon Lookout offers an observation deck with sweeping vistas, taking in buttes, crags, sheer cliffs and deep-valley gorges. Pu’u Ka Pele Lookout, also dazzling, frequently showcases a view of Waipo’o Falls. Pu’u Hinahina Viewpoint, set higher, provides a dizzying, nearly vertical view of the canyon’s steep gorge and the green river valley directly below.

Route 550 continues all the way up into Koke’e State Park. Here and at Kalalau Lookout, Kauai’s highest (and chilliest) spot accessible by road, visitors are rewarded with stirring views of the Napali Coast’s impenetrable knife-edged cliffs and primeval Kalahau Valley, seen in the movies King Kong and Jurassic Park. The 11-mile Kalalau Trail traverses down the cliffs, through waterfalls and to the ocean — a truly epic experience for any adventurer. Much less challenging is the lovely nature trail at the Koke’e Natural History Museum, which includes a crash course in Kauai geography.

Kauai natives say Waimea Canyonis alive, never appearing the same from one moment to the next.

And it is rare to find a visitor to Waimea Canyon who does not emerge changed.

per year. Ages ago, the mountain’s flooding runoff created myriad streams and gullies.

And then a mighty earthquake tumbled these waterways into one: the tumultuous Waimea River. Over millennia, the river bored into Mount Waialeale’s soft volcanic rock, forming the gullies of Waimea Canyon.

Ongoing eruptions spill more lava into and onto the canyon, making it ever taller, while the river perpetually erodes the lava base and cliffs, deepening the contours of Waimea Canyon.

PHOTO BY MNSTUDIO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

The last thing visitors might expect to find amidst the Aloha State’s jungle-carpeted volcanic peaks is a gaping, cliff-walled canyon. But there it is, in the center of this breathtaking isle: dramatic Waimea Canyon.

The largest canyon in the entire Pacific, this chasm is indeed immense, at 10 miles long, one mile wide and almost one mile deep. It is often considered the can’tmiss attraction on the Garden Island, as Kauai is often known. Waimea Canyon State Park commands a nearly 2,000-acre ecosystem flaunting a misty microclimate and flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth.

The canyon can be discovered in a variety of ways. Most choose a guided tour so they don’t miss a thing (including last call back to their ship).

Helicopter tours are thrilling despite the clouds and mist drifting in and above the canyon. Fitnessminded visitors can opt to hike, usually with a local guide familiar with the 45 miles of trails in and around the canyon.

However, road tours via Kauai’s Route 550 are the most popular way to see Waimea Canyon. The blacktop itself affords stunning views of the canyon, the coast below and, with any luck, the island of Niihau just to the west.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Kauai.indd 60

7/24/18 2:27 PM

The Living Heirloom® Collection brings Hawaiian Heirloom jewelry to life. Uncurling hapu‘u fern tips, embraced by vines of royal maile, wrap intimately as one to keep the beauty of Hawai‘i alive and treasured forever.

I n s p i r e d , d e s i g n e d a n d c r e a t e d i n H aw a i ‘ i F O R E V E R G UA R A N T E E D

6276.indd 1

|

O‘AHU

|

K AUA ‘ I

|

M AU I

|

KO N A

|

HILO |

800.253.6016

|

M AU I D I V E R S . C O M

6/6/18 1:19 PM

w ailu a f all s

f a n t a s y f a ll s

Hollywood has maintained a lasting romance with Wailua Falls, and it’s easy to see why.

By Ryan Slattery

Hawaii’s lush, tropical greenery, steep canyons and frequent midday rains create the perfect conditions for some of the most remarkable waterfalls found anywhere in the world. Nowhere perhaps is this truer than on Kauai. While some of these incredible waterfalls can only be seen by helicopter, plenty of others are easily accessible — sometimes only a short hike away. One of the most spectacular, and easiest to visit, is Wailua Falls. The striking 85-foot-high marvel is best viewed safely from above, and visitors can often see a rainbow in the mist at the base when the sun hits at just the right angle. And if the famous falls look familiar you can pat yourself on the back. Sharp-eyed television fanatics may recognize Wailua Falls from the opening credits of the 1970s-hit television show Fantasy Island.

fern grotto Once off-limits to all but Hawaiian royalty, this serene setting is among Hawaii’s most popular destinations.

By Ryan Slattery

Getting to Fern Grotto is only part of the adventure.

Knowledgeable riverboat guides share the history of the tropical valley and entertain with traditional Hawaiian songs during a two-mile boat ride up Kauai’s Wailua River. Upon arrival, a short paved path leads to the grotto — a large, fern-covered cave which resulted from moisture dripping down from the irrigation of sugarcane growing on the cliff plateau. Here, visitors will often encounter couples exchanging wedding vows. The grotto’s steep walls serve as a near-perfect echo chamber, creating a natural amphitheater for musicians who serenade the lovers with the “Hawaiian Wedding Song.”

62

PHOTOS BY PIERRE LECLERC;KEIKOMS/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

t h e hi d d e n g e m o f k auai

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Kauai.indd 62

7/24/18 2:27 PM

Definitive Hawaiian fashion, foods, gifts, and jewelry for over fifty years.

BIG ISLAND - HAWAI‘I

KAUA‘I

Kona Inn Shopping Village 75-5744 Ali’i Dr., Unit 96 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Tel: (808) 329-7200 Open Daily 9am-9pm

MAUI

O‘AHU

Lihue Town 3-3252 Kuhio Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766 (808) 245-3404

900 Front St., Ste D1 Lahaina, HI 96761 (808) 667-7911

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #1254 Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-3266

Open Daily 9am-7pm

Open Daily 9am-10pm

Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm Sun 10am-7pm

Free shuttle stop available at Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Lahaina piers Holiday hours may vary. See website for more info.

6318.indd 1

6/12/18 3:10 PM

DESTINATIONS

MAUI

the v alle y i s le Maui flaunts everything the Aloha State has to offer: nature, culture, landmarks, legends and dozens of glorious beaches. In addition to what you’d expect of this sun-soaked island, visitors will also encounter quite a bit of charismatic history by way of Lahaina, Maui’s historic whaling village and hotspot.

This one-time capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom was known as Lele, or “relentless sun.” Today, the Hawaiian hotspot maintains its sunny disposition, offering visitors an assortment of entertainment and insight into its rich culture and history You won’t find any big cities on Maui, but you will find big character and 100 percent pure Hawaiian concentrate.

64

PHOTO BY DEBORAH KOLB/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

The essence of all that is Hawaii is distilled into “The Valley Isle,” its second-largest island.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Maui-Lahaina.indd 64

7/24/18 2:29 PM

Fire dancers light up the night.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Maui-Lahaina.indd 65

65

7/24/18 2:29 PM

aquatic a d v e n t ur e s Beloved for its world-famous beaches, Maui offers visitors a multitude of water exploits.

By Ryan Slattery

The most difficult decision you’ll make on your visit to Maui is choosing which of the dozens of sea adventures to take on. Whether it’s surfing, snorkeling or just relaxing on one of Maui’s pristine white-, red- or black-sand beaches, the options are seemingly endless. With that in mind, here is some help in making the most of your time.

Let’s start, naturally, with the beach. Of Maui’s 120 miles of coastline, there are 30 miles of accessible beaches each with its own character and activities, so finding one to match your interests should be a walk in the park — or rather, the beach.

One of Maui’s largest is Makena Beach, or as it’s commonly called, “Big Beach.” Stretching for 1.5 miles and at points 100 feet wide, Makena is a

PHOTOS BY MAKENA BEACH;EPICSTOCKMEDIA/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

ABOVE: Makena Beach.

LEFT: Snorkeling on a tropical reef.

66

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Maui-Lahaina.indd 66

7/26/18 5:50 PM

perfect destination for swimming, picnicking and sunbathing.

Visitors will find that many of Maui’s beaches are ideal for slipping on a mask and fins and swimming among the coral reefs for a glimpse of colorful schools of fish and even sea turtles. However, the most popular snorkeling spots can be found across the island and include the northernmost portion of Kaanapali Beach, the marine preserve Honolua Bay, Honekeana Bay — where snorkelers have a high chance of spotting a sea turtle — and Mokule’ia Bay (also known as Slaughterhouse Beach), where schools of silver fish, zebra moray eels and parrot fish are known to frequent.

Those looking for a little more action can catch a wave with surfing lessons at one of Maui’s less

hazardous surf spots. Beaches in Kaanapali, Lahaina and Kihei have smaller, more manageable surf breaks that help beginners ease into Hawaii’s popular pastime. As an alternative to “hanging ten,” visitors can find an array of places from which to rent stand-up paddleboards, while thrill-seekers will find that several beaches — Kanaha Beach and Hookipa Beach, included — are known worldwide for the idyllic windsurfing conditions.

Boat trips are also a popular activity — from sunset cruises to sport fishing to whale watching — with several tour companies offering the chance to spot humpback whales in the waters between Maui, Lanai and Molokai. Whatever outing you choose for your Maui trip, just be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Maui-Lahaina.indd 67

67

7/24/18 2:29 PM

aui by

on M ted #1

Ra

orld” in the W e c I e v a “Best Sh 1 al.com # YahGlob & 18” i 2016, 17 ine u a M n o ave Ice i Magaz “Best Sh & Maui No Ka O e Maui Tim

What Makes Ululani’s So Special?

• We Specialize in and are EXPERTS at Making ”Great Tasting Shave Ice.” • Our Shave Ice is “Ultra Fine” and Soft.

• We Make 100% of our Syrup with C&H Pure Cane Sugar, Fruit Purees, Fruit Juices, and Concentrates.

• We Make Our Own Ice with Filtered/Purified Water.

• We Will NOT Compromise the Quality of Our Shave Ice for Speed.

Wailuku 50 Maui Lani Parkway 10:30am - 6:00pm

Lahaina 790 Front St. 10:30am - 9pm

Kaanapali (Hyatt Regency Maui) 200 Nohea Kai Dr. 10:00am - 5:00pm

Kihei Kahului Paia 61 S. Kihei Rd. 333 Dairy Rd. 117 Hana Highway 10:30am - 6:30pm 10:30am - 6pm 10:30am - 9:00pm

www.UlulanisShaveIce.com 6311.indd 54

6/21/18 10:58 AM

SHOP. SAVE. DINE.

YOUR DESTINATION FOR SAVINGS OF 25%–65% OFF EVERY DAY AT OVER 30 DESIGNER BRANDS PLUS GREAT FOOD & DAILY ENTERTAINMENT! SHOPPING

ADIDAS • BANANA REPUBLIC • BROOKS BROTHERS • CALVIN KLEIN

CARTER’S • COACH OUTLET • CROCS • GAP FACTORY STORE • KATE SPADE LE CREUSET • LUCKY BRAND • MAUI SUNGLASS • MICHAEL KORS OUTLET SKECHERS • SOLSTICE SUNGLASS • TOMMY HILFIGER • AND MORE DINING

PI ARTISAN PIZZERIA • RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE • WAIKIKI BREWING CO. ENTERTAINMENT

OCEANFRONT IN LAHAINA

|

WARREN & ANNABELLE’S

OUTLETSOFMAUI.COM

|

900 FRONT ST., LAHAINA, HI 96761 • OPEN: 9:30AM–10:00PM • FREE WI-FI

6312.indd 1

6/26/18 3:50 PM

Visitors and locals alike can get up close and personal with Hawaii’s diverse marine life at this aquarium and education center.

Sea turtle swimming in a Hawaii coral reef.

PHOTOS BY RYAN JANSSENS/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

under t he s e a: inside t he maui o c e an c ent er

By Ryan Slattery

Recognized as one of the top aquariums in the U.S., the Maui Ocean Center is home to more than 60 exhibits — many containing native marine life such as sharks, turtles, rays and thousands of tropical fish — as well as one of the world’s largest collections of live Pacific coral.

Additionally, interactive displays, films, daily presentations and behind-the-scenes tours invite visitors to immerse themselves in the wonders of

70

the sea. An amazing 750,000-gallon Open Ocean exhibit features a 54-foot walk-through acrylic tunnel, where visitors get close-up views of the marine life. Meanwhile, scuba-certified guests can dive into an actual exhibit to swim alongside sharks and other exotic fish. And of course, guests flock to Turtle Lagoon, where they can view Hawaii’s most famous residents — some as large as 300 pounds — from both underwater and above.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Maui-Lahaina.indd 70

7/24/18 2:29 PM

Maui EXPLORE OUR

Our subs are air-conditioned and Coast Guard approved for your safety and comfort.

Adventure with Atlantis and experience Maui’s majestic marine life 100 feet below the surface of the ocean! a t l a n t i s a d ve n t u re s .co m |

| # a t l a n t i s h awa i i

Please see your onboard shore excursion desk for reservations

6261.indd 1

6/13/18 9:22 AM

5583.indd 1

6/27/17 2:02 PM

Discover our elegantly packaged premium shortbread cookies.

Indulge in Aloha with island-inspired flavors like Pineapple, Mango, Kona Coffee, and much more!

MAUI

OAHU

Front Street The Shops at Wailea Whalers Village

Ala Moana Center Hilton Hawaiian Village Hyatt Regency Waikiki International Market Place OHANA® Waikiki Malia by Outrigger®

Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort Royal Hawaiian Center Sand Island Factory Store Waikiki Beach Marriott Waikiki Beach Walk®

LAS VEGAS

GUAM

The LINQ Promenade Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo

Micronesia Mall The Plaza Shopping Center

For the Very Best, Look for the Pineapple Shape ® honolulucookie.com

1-866-333-5800

The pineapple shape of the cookie is a federally registered trademark of the Honolulu Cookie Company. Hawaii Voyages Magazine. ©2018 Honolulu Cookie Company. All Rights Reserved.

6266.indd 1

6/6/18 10:47 AM

DESTINATIONS

OAHU

hi s t o r i c encounters Home to the majority of Hawaii’s diverse population, Oahu has rightfully earned its moniker of “The Gathering Place.” Visitors here are instantly immersed in the duality of Hawaiian culture: a blend of East and West, the ancient and modern, whirlwind city and easy-going surf towns.

Honolulu, Hawaii’s state capital and largest city, embodies the tropical-to-metropolitan-and-back vibes, housing the celebrated Waikiki Beach, the soaring Diamond Head State Monument and a fabled nightlife.

Visitors can also trace Hawaii’s history at Honolulu’s pre-statehood ‘Iolani Palace, vintage Chinatown, Pearl Harbor memorials and artsy neighborhoods, where 1940s Hawaiian shirts remain eternally cool.

74

PHOTOS BY LORCEL/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

A Jazz Age landmark, Aloha Tower welcomes cruise passengers to Hawaii’s storied, scenic capital, where big-city sophistication meets island surf culture.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Oahu-Honolulu.indd 74

7/24/18 2:32 PM

The beautiful skyline of Oahu, Hawaii.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Oahu-Honolulu.indd 75

75

7/24/18 2:32 PM

One of four statues honoring King Kamehameha I. This one stands across from ‘Iolani Palace in Honolulu.

GENERATIONS OF

ROYALT Y The Kamehameha family ruled the Kingdom of Hawaii for five generations: • Pai‘ea Kamehameha I (1795–1819) • Liholiho Kamehameha II (1819–1824)

• Alexander ‘Iolani Liholiho Kamehameha IV (1855–1863) • Lot Kamehameha V (1863–1872)

76

PHOTOS BY COL/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

• Kauikeaouli Kamehameha III (1825–1854)

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Oahu-Honolulu.indd 76

7/24/18 2:32 PM

r o y al f a mil y A fierce warrior and able diplomat, Kamehameha the Great united the islands of Hawaii into a single kingdom ruled by his descendants for five generations.

By Maria Blanco

Pai‘ea Kamehameha I, also known as Kamehameha the Great, was a compelling figure in history. His power was foreshadowed before his birth in 1758 by priests who said that the stormy conditions of the night he was born signified the coming of a powerful ruler — powerful enough to threaten his uncle, King Kalani‘opu‘u.

Such was the belief in this prophecy that the child’s parents hid him from the world until age 5, when his uncle no longer feared being overthrown.

PHOTOS BY COL/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

The young Pai‘ea grew up to take the throne at age 24. He would become one of Hawaii’s most revered rulers, honored in monuments and other memorials throughout the islands. He is best known for unifying the islands into one nation. Before Kamehameha, they were segmented into different districts, and chiefs often sought to expand their lands through conquest.

Noble Birth Kamehameha was born into a family of nobles from North Kohala on the island of Hawaii. His mother, Keku’iapoiwa, and her mother before her were part of the revered Keawe royal bloodline. Records are unclear, but it is believed that Kamehameha’s father was Keoua, the grandson of a chief who once ruled a large portion of the islands.

Kamehameha lived in the court of Moi Alapai the Great, where the future king developed the strategic skills necessary to become a great warrior and honed his much-needed diplomatic skills.

His abilities as a fighter were put to the test several years before he gained the throne. Upon the arrival of foreigners, Kamehameha is said to have taken part in a skirmish against Captain James Cook, the British Royal Navy’s distinguished navigator and explorer. Cook had been on the island on three separate occasions during the 1770s. By his second visit, the atmosphere on the islands had grown tense. Many Hawaiians had once believed Cook was the god Lono, closely associated with the season of peace, but their faith was waning. Tensions escalated and Cook was killed in a scuffle over a small boat between islanders and his crew.

As a result of this encounter, Kamehameha’s fame as a warrior grew. With his weapons of choice, brute strength and the occasional treaty, he was able to gain control of large portions of the islands.

Taking Power, Making Change The turning point came in 1782, with the death of King Kalani‘opu‘u. The king’s son, Kiwalao, ascended to the throne. Soon after this coronation, Kamehameha gathered support from other chiefs and prepared for battle. It was a long struggle, but Kiwalao fell in 1795 and Kamehameha’s reign began.

He spent the succeeding years gaining full control over all the islands and uniting them, using the same fearlessness that had won him previous victories.

He single-handedly abolished the islands’ feudalistic system and established the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1810, uniting all the islands into one nation. He then strengthened the kingdom economically and militarily by establishing the sandalwood industry and acquainting himself with British weaponry and military tactics.

In his 30s, Kamehameha married Ka‘ahumanu, daughter of a powerful chief. She became his favorite wife and trusted advisor — so much so that, when his second wife gave birth to a son, Kamehameha made his favorite wife the child’s guardian. Perhaps even more remarkable, he gave equal control of the kingdom to his beloved Ka‘ahumanu. This act was unprecedented, given that, traditionally, Hawaiian men and women were often separated based on gender, with strictly divided roles.

Kamehameha the Great died from an unknown illness in 1819, but his descendants ruled Hawaii until 1872, and his memory still lives on. Four statues have been erected to honor him. One is across from ‘Iolani Palace in Honolulu, the royal residence. One stands at Kamehameha’s birthplace in the district of Kohale on the Big Island, and one is in the town of Hilo, also on the Big Island. The fourth is at the National Gallery in Washington, D.C. They are tangible reminders of the strength invested in these majestic islands by one of Hawaii’s greatest rulers.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Oahu-Honolulu.indd 77

77

7/24/18 2:32 PM

Special Advertising Feature

HONOLULU’S JEW ELRY DESIGN CENTER L oca te d j u st t e n m i n u t es f r o m th e C r u is e Ship P ie rs , Wai k i k i an d A la M oa na C e nte r .

FR EE S h o p p i n g S h u t t l e Se r vic e fr o m the Pie r !

A port-call in Honolulu isn’t complete without a trip to the Maui Divers Jewelry Design Center. Enjoy a complimentary 20-minute tour while learning about the discovery of precious black coral, Hawai‘i’s official state gem. Then watch as local artisans create island jewelry right before your eyes! After the narrated tour, peruse Hawai‘i’s largest selection of fine island jewelry - from Tahitian black pearls and precious corals to traditional as well as the latest in contemporary island jewelry.

OVE R 3 5 0 ,000 V ISITOR S EXPERIENC E HAWAI‘I’S DES IGN C ENTER EAC H YE AR. Maui Divers began as a dive shop in 1958, providing scuba tours off the island of Maui. A yacht bound for Tahiti brought its original owners together in a simple twist of fate. Soon after, a deep diving expedition revealed a wealth of black coral with a density and purity never before seen.

Hawai‘ i’s State Gem During the tour, you will see coral trees in their natural state and learn how the company worked with the University of Hawai‘i to carefully ensure Hawaiian c oral’s sustainability as a natural and precious resource. Following after, Maui Divers evolved into Hawai‘i’s internationally-recognized designer and retailer of fine island jewelr y. This stor y and more come to life as you enjoy a short film in an air-conditioned theatre. Available in multiple languages, the movie also

6274L-R.indd 2

introduces you to the complex process of creating fine jewelr y, including the har vest of rare Pacific pearls.

Jewelr y Transformed After the film, your tour guide will escort you through our design facility.

Watch as jewelr y creation begins with an artist’s inspiration.

Often an interpretation of nature, sketches of ocean turtles and tropical flowers transform into stunning impressions in gold. Some of the tools you will see demonstrated were specially engineered by Maui D ivers founders.

Over the years, our team has created over 5,000 unique pieces of art – each delivered with Maui D ivers Jewelr y’s famous Forever Guarantee.

Memories of Hawai‘ i As you exit the tour, you will enter Hawai‘i’s largest fine jewelr y showroom. Choose from clas-

sic and contemporar y island designs in 14K gold, Tahitian black, chocolate and South Sea golden pearls as well as a wide selection of precious corals. Multi-colored gemstones abound next to heirloom jewelr y once reser ved exclusively for Hawaiian royalt y. Maui Divers’ pleasant associates are some of the most experienced in the industr y and happy to answer all your questions.

Honu (turtle), a treasured symbol of life and family that will last forever

6/12/18 10:02 AM

Discover the history of Hawai‘i’s precious corals

F REE TR A N S PO RTAT I ON Fre e sh u ttle tr anspor tation is av a i l a bl e f ro m the pi er. Af ter you r tou r, the shuttles can take yo u to Wa i ki ki , Al a Mo a na Ce n te r or b ack to the ship pier. L o o k f o r the a i r- co nd i ti o ned mini bu se s or call 808-943-8383 to a rra nge a pi ck- up.

Aloha Heart Collection

A Hidden Message of Aloha in Every Heart

The Pearl Room is an impressive stop on the factory tour

I n s p i r e d , d e s i g n e d a n d c r e a t e d i n H aw a i ‘ i

800.253.6016 | 1520 Liona St. Honolulu, HI 96814 | mauidivers.com

6274L-R.indd 3

6/12/18 10:02 AM

d a y o f v al o r

Just 30 minutes from Waikiki stands a National Historic Landmark commemorating one of the most pivotal moments in U.S. history.

A calm refuge just to the west of downtown Honolulu, Pearl Harbor is one of the most revered sites in all of Hawaii. The harbor’s watery expanse of islands and inlets have made Pearl Harbor — named for the pearl oysters that were once harvested there — an ideal anchorage for U.S. Navy ships since the 1800s.

As scenic as the area is, the name “Pearl Harbor” has become forever synonymous with December 7, 1941, when Japanese fighter planes attacked the U.S. Pacific Fleet stationed there, launching the country into World War II. Besides the destruction of nearly 200 aircraft, all eight U.S. battleships were destroyed, sinking four.

The only battleship to not be raised was the USS Arizona, which rests just below the water’s surface near Ford Island. Now an integral part of the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, the hallowed USS Arizona Memorial marks the final resting place for many of the men who lost their lives during the attack on the ship. Pearl Harbor’s other historic sites include the Battleship Missouri Memorial, USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park and the Pacific Aviation Museum.

A tour of the USS Arizona Memorial begins at the visitor center, where guests can view plaques honoring the many lives lost, as well as watch an informative film that chronicles that tragic day with actual footage of the attack.

From there, guests board a boat shuttle to the iconic white structure that floats above the sunken ship. A marble wall in the shrine room is inscribed with the names of 80

the men who died here, a solemn and moving experience of the memorial. Through openings in the center of the structure, visitors can peer down into the water at the sunken hull of the Arizona, just below the surface.

Another popular site for visitors to Pearl Harbor is the Battleship Missouri Memorial, completing the circle on the Pacific Fleet’s role in WWII. Commissioned in June 1944, the USS Missouri, or “Mighty Mo,” fought in the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa, served in the Korean War and was later modernized for support during Operation Desert Storm in 1991.

The ship is best known for holding the surrender ceremony on September 2, 1945, when General Douglas MacArthur and Japanese representatives signed documents that formally ended WWII. Now a living museum on Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Row, visitors can peruse the many exhibits that span three wars and nearly 50 years of service.

Stroll the Surrender Deck for a view of the signed documents that ended the war. Wander past officers’ quarters, galleys and even dental facilities as you explore the multiple decks of the largest and last battleship built, a floating city nearly 900 feet long, 20 stories tall and weighing 60,000 tons. One of the ship’s most impressive sights is the massive 16-inch guns that were capable of firing 2,700-pound shells a distance of 23 miles.

While December 7, 1941 is known as a “date which will live in infamy,” Pearl Harbor is still an active U.S. naval base, honoring the past while looking ahead to the future.

PHOTO BY BENJAMIN VAN DER SPEK/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

By John Anderson

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Oahu-Honolulu.indd 80

7/24/18 2:32 PM

Experience

SEE YOUR SHORE EXCURSION DESK TO BOOK THIS ACTIVITY

a t l a n t i s a d ve n t u re s .co m E X P L O R E O U R OA H U

6262.indd 1

| # a t l a n t i s h awa i i

6/13/18 9:23 AM

Discover our elegantly packaged premium shortbread cookies.

Indulge in Aloha with island-inspired flavors like Pineapple, Mango, Kona Coffee, and much more!

OAHU Ala Moana Center Hilton Hawaiian Village Hyatt Regency Waikiki International Market Place OHANA® Waikiki Malia by Outrigger®

Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort Royal Hawaiian Center Sand Island Factory Store Waikiki Beach Marriott Waikiki Beach Walk®

MAUI

LAS VEGAS

GUAM

Front Street The Shops at Wailea Whalers Village

The LINQ Promenade Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo

Micronesia Mall The Plaza Shopping Center

For the Very Best, Look for the Pineapple Shape ® honolulucookie.com

1-866-333-5800

The pineapple shape of the cookie is a federally registered trademark of the Honolulu Cookie Company. Hawaii Voyages Magazine. ©2018 Honolulu Cookie Company. All Rights Reserved.

6265.indd 1

6/6/18 10:46 AM

Definitive Hawaiian fashion, foods, gifts, and jewelry for over fifty years.

BIG ISLAND - HAWAI‘I

KAUA‘I

Kona Inn Shopping Village 75-5744 Ali’i Dr., Unit 96 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Tel: (808) 329-7200 Open Daily 9am-9pm

MAUI

O‘AHU

Lihue Town 3-3252 Kuhio Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766 (808) 245-3404

900 Front St., Ste D1 Lahaina, HI 96761 (808) 667-7911

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #1254 Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-3266

Open Daily 9am-7pm

Open Daily 9am-10pm

Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm Sun 10am-7pm

Free shuttle stop available at Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Lahaina piers Holiday hours may vary. See website for more info.

6317.indd 1

6/12/18 3:11 PM

DESTINATIONS

SOUTH PACIFIC

south pacif ic hig hlig h t s

It’s arguably the most tranquil place on earth. Here in the South Pacific, rainbow-hued sea creatures frolic in aquamarine waters that create diamond sand beaches.

For land creatures, marquee events involve soaking up the sun, the serenity and the proud South Seas culture.

Several groups of islands make up this vast paradise, and they’re all yours to explore.

PHOTO BY MARTIN VALIGURSKY/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

The famous To Sua Ocean Trench on Upolu, Samoa.

Swimmers descend via ladder into the 30-meter-deep swimming hole.

samoan islands The South Pacific is blessed with two Samoas: the independent nation of Samoa, once called Western Samoa; and the U.S. territory American Samoa. In both destinations, the people are famously friendly to visitors and the landscape welcomes you with views of steep volcanic mountains and unspoiled tropical rainforest.

84

apia As the capital of Samoa, Apia is home to about a quarter of the nation’s population. Its downtown is a mix of shopping, government buildings and commercial offices. The markets proffer fresh fruit and handcrafted items created by local artisans. The scenery is-especially beautiful at O Le Pupu-Pue National Park, a popular hiking spot that shelters 42 different species of birds. On Mulinuu Peninsula lie the burial grounds of Samoa’s former kings, as well as the Apia Observatory and the nation’s Parliament building.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_South Pacific_New.indd 84

7/24/18 2:35 PM

PHOTOS BY (TOP) MARTIN VALIGURSKY/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM; (BOTTOM) IPICS/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

t a hi t i The waterfalls, rivers, mountains and valleys of French Polynesia’s most famous island are as beautiful as you’ve heard. They’ve helped to make Tahiti a muse to artists such as Paul Gauguin and Henri Matisse, and lured the mutinous crew of the notorious HMS Bounty — as well as writer James Norman Hall, who co-authored a trilogy of historical novels about that naval tragedy. Hall’s and Gauguin’s homes are now museums.

papeete The capital of Tahiti is one of the region’s more cosmopolitan spots, and some of the islands’ most fascinating heritage can be relived at historic sites such as Point Venus, where Bligh, Cook and other explorers anchored their ships. Take it all in at the Museum of Tahiti, featuring exhibits on Polynesian history, culture, environment and ethnology.

Relaxing in a coral lagoon off Moorea, Tahiti.

pago pago

Overwater bungalows near the foot of Mount Otemanu, Bora Bora.

The capital of American Samoa, Pago Pago is the home of Mount Pioa, known as “the rainmaker” because of the moisture-bearing clouds it attracts. Here, the tranquil village atmosphere and warm hospitality are matched by the landscape — perhaps most memorably, the harbor created of volcanic rock. Much of Pago Pago was formed this way, but there is only the rugged splendor of these mountains to contend with; all volcanoes have been inactive for more than a century.

bora bora A favorite refuge for the rich and famous, Bora Bora presents a landscape of luscious beaches and junglecarpeted hills surrounded by a shimmering lagoon and protected from the open ocean by a barrier reef; divers, snorkelers and other aquatic fans find their hearts’ desire fulfilled. A drive through the interior treats visitors to gorgeous scenes, including a panoramic view of the beach from atop Pahonu Hill.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_South Pacific_New.indd 85

85

7/24/18 2:36 PM

DESTINATIONS

DEPARTURE PORTS

s e t t in g s ail As the only cruise line sailing a regular season of roundtrip voyages from the mainland, Princess Cruise Lines offers three irresistible destinations from which to set sail on your Hawaiian adventure.

Los Angeles, San Francisco and Vancouver offer many pleasures, from the vintage trolley tracks of cable cars in San Francisco to the fast lanes of Los Angeles. Your ship will also stop briefly in quaint Ensenada, Mexico, a former fishing village popular for its burgeoning wine country and diverse cuisine.

The world-famous landmark Hollywood sign.

Astronomers Monument in front of Griffith Observatory.

los angeles A vibrant, glittering city favored with balmy weather, Los Angeles boasts an endless variety of beaches, from the surfing paradise that is Malibu, to Venice Beach, where the eclectic blend of street performers, bodybuilders and other assorted colorful characters make people-watching as much of a draw as the ocean. Los Angeles also boasts lavish boutiques, eclectic eateries and what seems like a celebrity at every turn. Its Tinseltown image and reputation for conspicuous consumption on Rodeo Drive mask an older, more profound history dating back to the mid-1700s, when the Spanish established the first settlement in the area. However, by 1910, Los Angeles already had 10 movie studios, well on its way to becoming the cinema capital of the world.

86

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Turnaround Ports.indd 86

7/26/18 5:52 PM

san francisco The famed Fisherman’s Wharf is one of the top draws in the city by the bay, where majestic Golden Gate Bridge rises a breathtaking 220 feet at mid-point. A ferry takes visitors across the bay to Alcatraz, which is still remembered as one of the nation’s most feared prisons, decades after it shut down and became a museum. Chinatown also beckons, offering a heady mix of old traditions and new attitudes. The city’s historic cable cars are the easiest — and most memorable — way to get up and down all those steep hills, and as National Historic Landmarks, they offer a piece of living heritage. Just across the bay lies Sausalito, an artists’ colony where boutiques and galleries line the waterfront. San Francisco is also close to the esteemed wine country of Sonoma and Napa Valley.

PHOTOS BY (MONUMENT) CELSO DINIZ;(HOLLYWOOD SIGN) LOGOBOOM;(BRIDGE) ANDREW ZARIVNY/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco at sunset.

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Turnaround Ports.indd 87

87

7/24/18 2:37 PM

vancouver

PHOTOS BY (BOTTOM) KARAMYSH; (TOP) ROMAKOMA/HUTTERSTOCK.COM.

Lovely parks and exquisite botanical gardens make this Canadian port a nature-lover’s delight. One of the most impressive is Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre forested peninsula filled with beaches and walking trails, including a seven-mile-long seawall. In the center of the city, atop Little Mountain, sits Queen Elizabeth Park. Once a humble quarry, it is now a sunken garden blooming with shrubs and flower beds and housing an aviary for more than 100 free-flying birds. Eastern inspiration blossoms at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. Chinese artisans created the garden with materials imported from China and used traditional building methods dating back to the Ming Dynasty.

ABOVE: Sea walk and colorful trees in Stanley Park LEFT: Night view at a fountain in Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver.

88

Princess Cruises Voyages

18HAW_PC_Turnaround Ports.indd 88

7/24/18 2:37 PM

Definitive Hawaiian fashion, foods, gifts, and jewelry for over fifty years.

BIG ISLAND - HAWAI‘I

KAUA‘I

Kona Inn Shopping Village 75-5744 Ali’i Dr., Unit 96 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Tel: (808) 329-7200 Open Daily 9am-9pm

MAUI

O‘AHU

Lihue Town 3-3252 Kuhio Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766 (808) 245-3404

900 Front St., Ste D1 Lahaina, HI 96761 (808) 667-7911

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #1254 Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-3266

Open Daily 9am-7pm

Open Daily 9am-10pm

Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm Sun 10am-7pm

Free shuttle stop available at Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Lahaina piers Holiday hours may vary. See website for more info.

Š KABANA. All designs protected by copyright laws. All rights reserved. Reproduction/Duplication prohibited.

Cast a glow on everything around you.

Na Hoku Honolulu, Lahaina, Kona, and Kauai Made in the USA | kabana.com

6342.indd 1

6/12/18 4:06 PM