Historic Kailua-Kona, Hawaii is a great place to visit if you want pristine beaches and very fun ocean activities. It's much less crowded than Maui or Honolulu, but there are still plenty of hotels, resorts and vacation properties for you to choose from. You can easily rent an oceanfront condo, and you'll feel like Hawaiian royalty. Speaking of Hawaiian royalty, why not check out Hulihe'e Palace state monument? It's the former home of King Kalākaua and Queen Kapiʻolani. Kailua Bay is filled with amazing shopping. Stop by the Pacific Fine Art Gallery, or buy some gifts at the Kona Inn Shopping…
Society’s Morals are values which we attribute to a system of beliefs, typically a religious system, but it could be a political system or some other set of beliefs. These values get their authority from something outside the individual- a higher being or higher authority.…
In Sherman Alexie’s short story, “What You Pawn I Redeem,” Jackson, the protagonist, must figure out how he can merge his Native American culture into modern day Seattle. The characters in this story have similar characteristics of real life Native Americans. According to The main character, Jackson Jackson, is part of the Spokane Indian Tribe but he has moved to a larger metropolitan area in Seattle, which is much different from the cultured-based Spokane Reservation. Most people move to a new area and have to deal with finding new friends and finding their way around town, but Jackson has bigger problem. He is caught up in his Native American culture and has not quite learned how to live the modern day lifestyle. The story shows that it is important that he keeps his culture alive without becoming separated from the modern world. Jackson is put to the test each and every day to find new ways to interact in the big city and figure out how he can mix his historic traditions with the contemporary civilization that is set in Seattle, Washington. He must adapt to a new culture without losing his own. The struggle to balance modern day living and the Native American culture in Seattle is revealed through the setting.…
As a community college student wanting to transfer to a university upon completion of my Associates Degree, I have started to look at different campuses. Naturally, once I began researching the schools I wanted to attend, I had to take many different factors into consideration. Some of those factors are: Location, culture, veteran preference and specific programs for my major. I already know that I will be attending a university in the state of Washington. It has always been my dream to head back up to the Pacific Northwest, and what better way to do that than by furthering my education. I also already know what my major is: Meteorology. After many different sessions, I have narrowed the choice down to two universities. I will be comparing these two institutions, The University of Washington and Washington State University, and which one will satisfy all of my needs.…
New England and the Chesapeake region were very influential in the founding and prosperity of the United States. Both were founded by English explorers and both were able to thrive because of the determination and bravery of Englishmen. But even with these similarities, by the 1700’s, the settlements were drastically different. The New England settlement turned into an aristocratic colony focused on the belief in God and religious freedom while the Chesapeake region turned into agricultural society with men who also were seeking gold. When the settlers reached New England they were focused in starting a colony with a great sense of community and religion. The majority of people who went to New England…
Picture this, you live in a big city. Full of noise, traffic, and chaos. Your stress level is way over your head. A vacation to a relaxing island would be perfect. “The Florida Keys is one of the most famous and most visited island groups in the world,” (The Birth of Biscayne National Park).…
Want to find a tropical place to live with warm breezes, sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and a laid back lifestyle? Florida and Hawaii are arguably the two most sought after tropical places to live. Being raised in Florida and now living in Hawaii I have lived the best of both worlds. Although similar upon first glance, Florida and Hawaii are also very different. How would you choose where to live? It all depends on what you are looking for in terms of the weather, natural disasters, geography, entertainment, and cost of living. Each state is unique and offers something different you just have to decide which paradise is for you.…
Well, to start talking about the factors that prevent the Bronx develop as Brooklyn, I have to say that the way in which we see the two cities greatly affects the factors, because perhaps the greatest factor in a city development , isn’t of interest in the other, and vice versa. For me the factors that are preventing the Bronx to develop as other counties in New York State or even the country are mainly education and economy.…
Seeing plays, going on a walk in central park, visiting the World Trade Center, seeing the statue of Liberty and more. Trying foods you might not try any where else finding your favorite restaurant. New York is definitely one of my favorite trips I've been on. Always on the go getting your exercise wherever you go.If you can make it here you can make it…
In religious and political matters, Virginia varied considerably from the New England colonies. The Church of England was the established church in Virginia, which meant taxpayers paid for the support of the church whether or not they were Anglicans. A lack of clergymen and few churches kept many Virginians from attending church. Religion thus was of secondary importance in the Virginia colony. While New England was a land of towns and villages surrounded by small farms, Virginia and Maryland were characterized by large plantations and little urban development. The emphasis on indentured labor meant that relatively few women settled in the Chesapeake colonies. The price for tobacco in England was worth ten times what it was worth in the United…
A way life is different from when I was younger would be the location I’ve lived in. Being born in Brooklyn, New York then moving to Carteret, New Jersey would appear to be a difficult transition for most ten year olds to handle. A few ways that made it different from each other is the pace, the educational system, and the economy.…
There are so many aspects that make Hawaii one of the greatest places to visit in our nation. Eight main islands, including Oahu and Maui, make up this amazing state. However, there are several ways as to how Maui is the better travel destination than Oahu. You can’t go wrong with either island, but Maui has an endless amount of reasons that set it apart from the others. Whether it is the nature, the weather, or the activities, Maui has the most to offer.…
Although New England and the Chesapeake regions were both settled largely by people of English origin, by 1700 the regions had evolved into two distinct societies. Why did this difference in development occur?…
Vacations are a time we use to recharge our batteries. A time to spend with the ones you love and build lifelong memories. There are many different options to consider when choosing where and how to vacation. Everyone has different things they consider enjoyable or relaxing. In this essay I will discuss different types of vacations and point out some benefits of each.…
There are many Asian cities that I find fascinating, but Japan and Korea have really close relationship ever since their ancient histories to this day; their economic growth and development have similarities in them but their characteristics are different, for example Korea is divided into north Korea and south Korea, Japan on the other hand has four main islands – Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku, and Kyushu - that is located to the east of Korea. The two counties may seem alike, but they share many differences.…