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world’s best sites for astronomical
observation due to extremely stable
atmosphere and it’s above the clouds
locale. Journeying to the site in the
afternoon is recommended for first time
visitors and will allow for magnificent
photos of a sunset above the clouds. The
red hue of the sun creates an impression
that one is actually on Mars, the red planet
of our solar system. Once the sun sets,
visitors may look forward to a remarkable
star lit sky which is nothing short of
awe-inspiring. The cherry on top of this
wonderful experience is to have
knowledgeable guides dictate to you about
the origins and navigational tips of ancient
explorers while sipping hot cocoa atop the
chilly summit.
For an unparalleled experience of
friendly guides, good food and

astronomical viewings, visit

http://www.maunakea.com for reservations

Test the limits of your courage by visiting

one of Mother Nature’s most active

volcanoes in Hawaii, Mount Kilauea. The

name Kilauea, in the Hawai’ian tongue

actually bears the meaning of “spewing” or

“much spreading” in reference to the

volcano’s constant outpouring of lava. The

volcano has been said to be erupting on a

continuous basis since 1983. Kilauea, is

also now known as the “smiling volcano”

after a smiley face formed on the volcano’s

east rift zone in July 2016. Satisfy your

inner nerd on all things volcano when you

visit the Jagger Museum situated next to the

lookout point overlooking Kilauea or get the

summary from the knowledgeable guides

Kilauea Summit Adventures. Look out for

them here at http://www.kilaueasummit.com

Get onboard the Airbus AC130

“Eco-star” where Maui’s most

captivating sights await

A thousand-year-old lava

tube that used to have

molten lava flow through

The halfway rest-stop on

Maunakea, a place where

astronomers congregate

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