When one asks about Hawaii, what is the first thing that comes to mind? The term paradise plays a great role in describing the state of Hawaii; in addition, many are captured by its promising beauty and various attractions. The state of Hawaii is made up of eight major islands and they are Hawaii Island, O’ahu, Maui, Kaua’i, Moloka’i, Lana’i, Ni’ihau, and Kaho’olawe. The amount of visitors the state received in the year of 2007 sum up to 7,627,819, showing an increase at time goes by (2007 Annual Visitor Research Report). The island of Maui, alone welcomes an outstanding amount of 2,580,361 million visitors annually (2007 Annual Visitor Research Report). However, as the number flourish, each of the islands on the state of Hawaii experienced various changes and innovations. Maui, for instance, underwent through different developments such as building more hotels, and opening various forests to public, and as a result, such development allures more visitors. Therefore, one can conclude that the island is truly remarkable and a wonderful destination to visit or settle in. Despite on the wonderful cause of tourism to the island’s economy, what would happen if all of the admirable beauty suddenly disappears? Well, a great depression will be experienced by the resident and the island itself. Hence, developing more regulations in preserving its coastlines, forests, and oceans would enhance the Maui’s natural beauty and sustain a stable economy. Many enjoy venturing out in the nature and into the wild; thus, Maui welcomes each and everyone to her luxurious greenery and breathtaking forests. There are various forests on the island of Maui. Moreover, eight forests are observed and reserved by the State of Hawaii Forest Reserve. The f... ... middle of paper ... ...7. Web. 27 Sep 2011. . "Welcome to the Maui Forest Bird Recovery."Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project. MFBRP, n.d. Web. 27 Sep 2011. . "Department of Land and Natural Resources."Hawaii Forest Reserve System. The State of HawaiiDepartment of Land and Natural Resources, 2011. Web. 27 Sep 2011. . Fischer, J. (2011). Maui- Profile of Maui, Hawaii’s Valley Isle. .Web.September 20, 2011. J&J Advertising & Kilauea WebWorks. Hawaii’s Forestry Website. 20 September 2011. University of Manoa. Coastal Geology Group. Maui. 20 September 2011.
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Hawaii’s political economy went through some major changes. The development of plantations and tourism paved the path for how Hawaii’s economy is today. I will discuss how tourism, ethnicity, gender and education both constrain and enable opportunities in contemporary Hawaii.
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The heavy rains (150 inches a year) are famous in the Pacific Northwest and have created a lush, mossy and primeval-looking forest of enormous trees. Generally on the western side of the park, there are several ways to ...
Hawaii, a tropical state known to many, and originally founded by the Polynesians, is a dream vacation spot for people around the world. It is full of beaches, volcanoes, and unique wildlife. Hawaii was announced the 50th state of the United States of America in 1959, however, was not always accessible to outsiders. The island has a rich history of cultural and political independence behind them before being annexed by the United States.. Imperialism has changed Hawaii for the worse due to the wrath of the United States infringing the indigenous culture.
Hawaii is rated as one of the top tour destinations in the world. According to “Why Is Hawaii Such a Popular Vacation Spot?”, nearly 8 million travelers
Hawai'i is a land full of diverse people and ideas, starting from the Polynesians who decided to cross the ocean to settle and form the traditions practiced today by the Hawaiians. Unlike many other states, the beliefs of Hawai'i have managed to stay alive. Its unique culture is what attracts tourists most. Many people see it as a vacation spot, full of fun attractions and say, “When I go to Hawai'i I'm going to get some Hawaiian tattoos, they look so cool!” or “I'm going to buy a hula skirt, they're really pretty!” But all those hula dances and tattoos are not just for show. People do not know that there is more to it than ink or hip swaying; behind every hula skirt and every tattoo there is a story. Hawai’i’s culture consists of the significance of its dances, tattoos, and traditions that give Hawaiians their unique lifestyle.
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...e" (Trask xix). This incident beautifully illustrates and signifies tourism's impact in American society. Like most Americans, this woman uses a discourse that has been shaped by tourist advertisements and souvenirs. The woman's statement implies that Trask resembles what the tourist industry projects, as if this image created Hawaiian culture. As Trask asserts, Hawaiian culture existed long before tourism and has been exploited by tourism in the form of advertisements and items such as postcards. Along with the violence, endangered environment, and poverty, this exploitation is what the tourist industry does not want to show. However, this is the Hawai'i Haunani-Kay Trask lives in everyday. "This is Hawai'i, once the most fragile and precious of sacred places, now transformed by the American behemoth into a dying land. Only a whispering spirit remains" (Trask 19).
“Give a man a fish, and he will eat for a day; teach a man to fish, and he will eat for a life time” - Maimonides. Hawaii is very dependent on imported food that comes from the mainland. It is predicted that in 26 years agricultural lands will be depleted due to the economy's low crop demand. Although, if the community were better informed on the misuse of its natural resources, Hawaii can be sustainablyMore…sustain ably conserved.
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