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Hawaii Performing Arts Festival

July 4, 2013 by admin

Hawaii Performing Arts Festival is having their gala opening concert with Liane Carroll this Tuesday, July 9 at 7 pm. The concert is being held at Kahilu Theatre in Waimea. Liane Carroll is the 2012 British Jazz Vocalist of the Year and this is likely to be a very special performance.

You can view the full concert schedule and buy tickets at: http://hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org/Concerts_and_Events.html or you can enter to win tickets on their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/hawaiiperformingartsfestival

Liane Carroll – ‘Pretending to Care’

Rainbow Falls Hawaii

May 29, 2013 by admin

Rainbow Falls is located in the heart of Hilo, Hawaii. It is just a few miles up Waianuenue Avenue, just above downtown Hilo. You have the best chance of viewing a rainbow made by Rainbow Falls is you visit during the later hours of the morning on a sunny day.

Rainbow Falls Video

Rainbow Falls Picture

Safari Helicopters Vs. Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Tours

May 28, 2013 by admin

Which is the better Hilo Helicopter Tour Company? Should you choose Safari Helicopter Tours or Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Tours?

When you are visiting Hawaii, you should consider taking a Hilo Helicopter Tour. Sure you can see amazing waterfalls on any island in Hawaii, but where else can you fly over an active volcano, but on the Big Island?

Two names you have probably run across when deciding which Hilo helicopter tour company you want to choose to make your Hawaiian vacation memorable are Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and Safari Helicopters.

Both fly out of Hilo International Airport and both offer aerial tours of the Kilauea Volcano and Hilo’s waterfalls and scenic cost line. So how do you decide on which company to choose?

Price Comparison

When it comes to prices, Safari Helicopters wins hands down. Safari Helicopters’ cheapest helicopter tour is $169, while Blue Hawaiian Helicopters’ most inexpensive tour costs $196.

What you will see

Blue Hawaii edges out Safari, when considering what you will see. All of its tours include flights over the volcano, plus waterfall viewing, while Safari’s lowest price flights exclude the waterfall.

Flight Time

When it comes to flight time, Safari Helicopters has a slight lead over Blue Hawaiian Helicopters. Safari’s longest tour is 50 to 55 minutes, while Blue Hawaiian’s is 50 minutes.

Best Seating and Views

Blue Hawaiian, provided you are willing to pay a premium price, offers the helicopter with the best seating and views. Their Eco-Star helicopter package is designed to offer 180 degrees views, so you can take in the full beauty of our island. Though you will still get a great view no matter which helicopter tour you choose.

Years in Business

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters has a slight edge when it comes to years in business. It was started back in 1985, while Safari was started back in 1987.

Which Hilo Helicopter Tour is Best?

I don’t think that you will go wrong with either Blue Hawaiian Helicopters or Safari Helicopter Tours out of Hilo. The best tour for you is probably going to come down to how much you are willing to spend on either of these fine tours.

Wesley Correira

May 27, 2013 by admin

Wesley “Cabbage” Correira is an MMA fighter from Hilo who trains with B.J. Penn. Correira was born in Hilo, Hawaii back in 1978 and he fights in the heavyweight division. He is 6 foot 3 and he tips the scales at 260 pounds and he has fought with some really tough guys like Tim Sylvia, Andrei Arlovski and Tank Abbott. He is known for having an iron chin and is nearly impossible to knock out. He has also got really heavy hands with huge knockout power and his primary fighting style is kickboxing.

Wesley Correira Highlight Video

UH Hilo Tuition

May 23, 2013 by admin

You might be wondering how much it costs to attend UH Hilo. UH Hilo’s Tuition is actually quite reasonable even if you are a non resident.

UH Hilo Non-Resident Tuition Per Semester

The non-resident tuition for UH Hilo is only $8,736 for an undergrad. This is quite a deal in comparison to many private schools. Here is the full non-resident tuition schedule:

Undergraduate: $8,736
Graduate: $10,092
Graduate Nursing: $14,352
Pharmacy: $17,892

UH Hilo Resident Tuition Per Semester

If you are a Hawaii resident, you are in luck. The tuition for an undergrad at UH Hilo is a mere $2,940, which is an exceptional bargain. Here is the full UH Hilo Resident Tuition Schedule:

Undergraduate: $2,940
Graduate: $4,392
Graduate Nursing: $7,176
Pharmacy: $9,216

How much does it cost to attend UH Hilo per year?

Unfortunately tuition isn’t the only cost of attending UH Hilo. The total cost of attending UH Hilo is higher than that because you have to factor in room and board, books, transportation and personal expenses as well.

Living with Parents or Relatives

If you are willing to live at home with your parents, the total additional costs of attending UH Hilo are estimated to be $7,170. If you add this to the cost of tuition you get the following total costs of attending UH Hilo:

Non-Resident Undergraduate: $24,642
Resident Undergraduate: $13,050

Living in the Residence Halls

Living in the UH Hilo Dorms costs a bit more than living at home. The additional cost is estimated to be $10,800. So this is the total annual cost of living in UH Housing and attending UH Hilo:

Non-Resident Undergraduate: $32,452
Resident Undergraduate: $20,860

Living Off Campus with Roommates

Living off campus with roommates is the most expensive options. The additional estimated cost is estimated to be $14,980. Here is what the total cost amounts to:

Non-Resident Undergraduate: $28,272
Resident Undergraduate: $16,680