Hawaii Travel News 08/30/2011

Too cool! These stamps will be perfect for postcards if they're the 29 cent denomination, as shown. 

I love this post about scuba diving in Hawaii. Check out the great photo of a ten foot manta ray passing by the divers! Amazing.

On Monday, Disney’s Aulani resort — its first resort in Hawaii — will open on Oahu’s Waianae coast, a built-from-scratch complex designed to provide a unique mix of mouse-inspired "imagineering" and Native Hawaiian culture.

This video shows the new Disney Resort, Aulani, being built and finished on the southwest coast of Oahu.

A quick change as the relatively new Waikiki Edition Hotel comes under new management and takes on a new name!

Honolulu's Greek Festival is one of the most popular ethnic celebrations, held each each summer at the McCoy Pavilion at Ala Moana Beach Park.

University of Hawaii scientists have made a significant cancer discovery that may help millions around the world.

Millions have been affected on the East Coast by Hurricane Irene, including those traveling to and from Hawaii as airports along the path of the hurricane have been shut down.

If you've ever spent time driving around the Hawaiian Islands, chances are you've come across a food stand or two. This is a great little guide to whet your appetite!

If you missed it this year, mark your calendars for next year's Made in Hawaii Festival. What a great mix of local vendors! (Tip: Bring your Christmas list too!)