In the world of gift giving, there’s a big difference between the run-of-the-mill gift and the perfect one.
Add the fact that the gift is from Hawaii, and you’ve got something very special. Like the difference between a forced smile and a shout of delight. Or what Southerners like to call a whoop.
Here’s how you can whoop it up at Waikiki Beach Walk.
GO BIG
There’s an old song lyric that says if you love someone, set them free, but we all know the real answer is that if you love someone, you give them jewelry.
And there’s no better time to express love than right now and right here at Waikiki Beach Walk, where you can catch literally waves of holiday joy visiting Na Hoku ... Hawaii’s Finest Jewelers Since 1924.
Na Hoku is your ultimate guide in finding the perfect island-inspired holiday gift, with a huge selection of island-themed treasures, like the Ocean Swell Necklace, available in 18k yellow gold or sterling silver with Abalone and Koa wood inlay (pictured).
So if you are holiday gift shopping for a loved one, go to Na Hoku and go big. And then go home.
A TRUE FEEL-GOOD GIFT
Blue Sky Thai Massage & Spa is Honolulu's No. 1 traditional Thai massage practice, offering authentic Thai massage with an experienced, knowledgeable staff in a modern, tranquil and family-friendly environment.
Along with being therapeutic and relaxing, Blue Sky Thai Massage & Spa is aromatic, using essential oils and other plant-based compounds to improve your mood and health.
Gift certificates are available of course, and there are very few gifts that will make the recipient hum with bliss. This is definitely one of them.
Note that couples are welcome, so you can gift yourself as well. Proof to the old saying that it feels as good to give as it does to receive.
THE GIFT OF MUSIC
The Ukulele Store specializes in ukuleles that are handmade in Hawaii, along with exquisite custom made and rare, hard to find models.
They also stock superb entry level instruments, and provide free lessons every week, thereby providing an opportunity for both beginner and expert ukulele players to find the perfect ukulele, and enjoy the beauty and fun of Hawaii’s favorite instrument.
A GIFT IN GOOD TASTE
Roy Yamaguchi's Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine blends fresh local ingredients with European sauces and bold Asian spices, with a celebrated expertise and flair with seafood.
Roy's offers a tantalizing and creative choice of fresh appetizers, entrées and desserts, providing culinary memories perfectly paired to a vacation in paradise.
And of course, just as sweets are synonymous with the holidays, the Hot Chocolate Molten Lava Cake Souffle is synonymous with Roy’s. If we hadn’t just ran over our usage allotment for the word, “perfect,” we would use it here to describe how well this dessert goes with a holiday feast.
A FEAST FOR THE EYES
There are other kinds of feasts besides the culinary ones.
Park West Fine Art Museum & Gallery at the Waikiki Beach Walk is a free-to-the-public art experience that invites visitors to browse incredible artwork from some of the biggest names in classical and contemporary art.
Part museum, part gallery, Park West Gallery is also the world’s largest art dealer, and can offer artwork priced for every level of collector, making it easy for you to find your new favorite work of art.
And it’s easier than you think, because you’ll receive a free work of art just for visiting.
THE TOPPER
Carludovica has the best selection of fine-crafted Panama hats in Waikiki, along with a huge array of the most stylish, high quality hats that are perfect for not only sunny days, but anytime you are feeling ‘summerish.’
Carludovica also customizes hats with your choice of ribbons and exquisite hand-crafted embroidery. You can choose from designed already crafted in the store by Ray, or have him embroider a hat with your own design!
So whether you are still in Hawaii enjoying the sun, or in a cold clime reminiscing about those sunny days, or maybe just want to make a statement about where you’ve been, there’s nothing like a great hat to add the perfect visual aid.
THE ULTIMATE GIFT: COMPLIMENTARY PARKING IN WAIKIKI
Waikiki Beach Walk has complimentary valet parking from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a $10 purchase from any Waikiki Beach Walk merchant or restaurant! (Regular parking rates apply after 3 p.m.) Just make sure to present receipt to the valet!
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PHOTO CREDIT
All photos courtesy of Waikiki Beach Walk.