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the crossroads of the Pacific, Hawaii has an incredible amount
of shopping treasures that await your discovery. Hawaiian
designed clothing, jewelry, and koa wood products make for
elegant gifts. Macadamia nuts, Hawaiian coffees, and
T-shirts
are fun to share too!. Victoria Ward Centers is Hawaii's one of
the most unique shopping and dining destination. You'll find
over 120 stores to explore plus a Farmers Market featuring fresh
fish, produce, and other local delicacies. A collection of 19
taste-tempting restaurants makes Victoria Ward Centers a
favorite dining spot of residents. Choose from simple home style
meals to delectable Pacific Rim cuisine!
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areas on the south shore are situated both in Poipu and Koloa.
There is also a major shopping center near Lihue. In all cases,
groceries, a variety of retail clothing, art, gifts and jewelry
reflecting tropical styles are plentiful, as well as many crafts
and products made right here on Kauai.
Ala Moana Center
Ala Moana is not only the largest shopping center in the state;
it's the biggest open-air shopping center in the world. Browse
in the over 200 shops from department stores to Hawaiian
specialty shops to world-famous boutiques. Then pause to eat at
the Makai Market, the shopping center's food court. The mall is
conveniently located right near Waikiki and is directly on the
bus route. The center serves as the central bus hub for
Honolulu. You can take care of business at the post office,
banks, airline offices, the currency exchange, or the satellite
City Hall for bus schedules and county camping permits. When
you're completely exhausted, rest and behold the tropical
flowers and Japanese koi in the fishponds.
Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry
Ever since the 1880's, heirlooms have been used for wedding
bands. A combination of heavy gold, fused-in black enamel, and
hand-engraved designs provide timeless elegance.
Kawamoto Orchid Nursery
Visit this 3-1/2 acre nursery in beautiful Palolo Valley, which
stocks cattleya, vanda, epidendrum, and many other kinds of
orchids. Catalog available.
Town & Country Surf Shop
The latest fashions in surfwear and casual clothing can be found
here, along with fine surfboards and accessories. A local
favorite!
Aloha Flea Market
Bargain hunters beware! You may end up with more than you can
handle. In purchases, that is. If you stop by Aloha Stadium on a
Wednesday, Saturday, or Sunday, you can find trinkets, leis,
Kona coffee, jewelry, T-shirts, antiques, swimwear, leather
goods, lauhala hats, and more. Wed, Sat, and Sun 6 a.m. to 3
p.m., Aloha Stadium, Honolulu.
North shore Marketplace
Once you make your way over to the North Shore of Oahu, check
out the little town of Haleiwa, which houses art galleries, surf
shops, and stores that sell shave ice, a delicious treat for
those hot and lazy afternoons. 66-250 Kamehameha Hwy
Chinatown
The Chinatown district is a lively and vibrant part of the
downtown area. Chinatown is the source of interesting shops. Lei
stands, herb shops, acupuncture studios, noodle factories, art
galleries, and Asian restaurants sell their wares here. West of
downtown Honolulu, bordered more or less by Honolulu Harbor,
Nuuanu Avenue, and River Street.
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