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MUST-SEE PLACE: All of the Big Island and Waimea Canyon on Kauai. A state park known as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," Waimea Canyon provides glorious views of the colorful canyon, waterfalls and frequent rainbows. FAVORITE RESTAURANT: Haleiwa Joe's—great seafood, prime rib & jumbo Mai Tais in a polished, breezy space where sandy feet and beach attire are okay. And the Honolulu- based legend, the La Mariana Sailing Club, with its retro tiki decor and Hawaiian menu. The last original tiki bar in Honolulu, as well as a museum of Hawaiiana collected from many of the beautiful and most famous tiki- themed restaurants of the past. PLACE TO SEE BY NIGHT: Stargazing on Mauna Kea volcano on the Big Island. This dormant volcano rises nearly five miles above the ocean floor. Mauna Kea Observatory is the world's largest astronomical research facility. Research teams from 11 different countries operate 13 telescopes atop Mauna Kea, aimed at space from atop the tallest mountain in the world. BEST DAY TRIP: Around the island of Oahu or "holo holo," which is Hawaiian for a walk, ride or sail for pleasure. Start in Honolulu, home to the world-famous Waikiki Beach, Punchbowl: National Cemetery of the Pacific, Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace (original McGarrett's office on Five-O) and the iconic Diamond Head crater. Head to the windward side of Oahu to the Valley of the Temples, see the North Shore region, Kailua Beach and visit the Waimea Valley. Then proceed to the westside to the town Makaha (a prime surfing haunt) and Keawaula Beach at Yokohama Bay which is one of the most beautiful and secluded areas on Oahu—making it a "local's" favorite. FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD: North Shore of Oahu when the surf is 30 feet and stormy. The rural laid-back North Shore is known for big waves and professional surfing contests at Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. If the perfect wave exists, you'll find it here. The historic surf town of Haleiwa is the cultural hub. FAVORITE LOCAL ARTIST: Bruddah IZ or IZ (Israel Ka'ano'i Kamakawiwo'ole), a native Hawaiian singer-songwriter, musician and Ha- waiian sovereignty activist who earned national success with his cover of "Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World." He left an enormous hole in the heart of Hawai'i when he died at 38. BEST PLACE TO HEAR MUSIC: Waikiki Shell, with world-famous Diamond Head for a backdrop and Waikiki Beach just across the street, the Waikiki Shell is a wonderful venue for outdoor concerts. Located in the spacious Kapiolani Park, this tropical outdoor amphitheater, built in 1956, has always been Hawaii's place to see the stars, under the stars. BEST VANTAGE POINT/SCENIC VIEW: Top of Mauna Kea. At 13,000 feet high, make sure you have oxygen and dress for cold and high winds! Even when there isn't snow on the mountain, the temperature can be 40 or more degrees cooler than at the beach. There are several hiking trails, including one to Lake Waiau. Extreme sports fans snowboard on Mauna Kea. On Maui, amazing vistas from the top of Haleakala volcano. On Oahu, the Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, just a short drive from downtown Honolulu offers one of the most stunning views of Oahu. The top of Diamond Head and Round Top Drive also have pretty fantastic vistas. Valley of the Temples. Photo courtesy of Walea Constantinau/Honolulu Film Office Randy's Private Tour Filming Pearl Harbor. Photo by Randy Spangler/LMGI