Eye Of Singapore

Home to one of the world’s most active volcanoes and the world’s tallest sea mountain. Birthplace of surfing and the hula. Former seat of a royal kingdom.

Hawaii is one of the youngest geological formations in the world and the youngest state of the union. But perhaps Hawaii’s most unique feature is its Aloha Spirit: the warmth of the people of Hawaii that wonderfully complements the Islands’ perfect temperatures.

There are primarily six major islands to visit in Hawaii: Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Maui (webcam de Maui), and Hawaii’s Big island (webcam de Hawaii). You’ll find each island has its own distinct personality and offers its own adventures, activities, and sightseeing opportunities. We invite you to explore all of Hawaii to find the unique island experience for you.

Hawaii Quick Facts:

Kauai’s incredible Waimea Canyon is 10 miles long, and one mile wide.

Duke Kahanamoku, the “Father of Modern Surfing,” grew up in Waikiki on Oahu.

The tallest sea cliffs in the world can be found on Molokai’s north side.

A hulking ship is still trapped in the waters of Shipwreck Beach on Lanai.

The crater of Haleakala on Maui is roughly the size of the island of Manhattan.

Kileaua Volcano in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii’s Big Island is the world’s most active volcano.

State Name:

Hawaii

State Nickname:

The Aloha State

Capital City:

Honolulu (Webcam de Honolulu)

Population:

1,262,840

Time Zone:

Hawaii Standard Time (GMT-10 hours), 5 hours behind the US East Coast, 6 hours behind during Daylight Saving Time (Hawaii does not observe Daylight Saving Time).

Languages:

English Hawaiian

Currency:

US dollar. Credit cards are widely accepted. Traveler’s checks are accepted at many businesses.

Average Temperature:

April- November: 75˚-88˚ F. December- March: 68˚-80˚ F.Average water temperature: 74˚ F.

Area Code/Cell phones:

The area code for all of Hawaii is (808). Cell phone coverage on most Islands is readily available if you’re coming from the US. Check your carrier and calling plan for details.

Internet Access:

Internet access is readily available on most islands and at many hotels.

Accommodations:

Luxury resorts, hotels, bed and breakfasts, rental cottages and condos are located throughout the islands.

Transportation:

Transportation options include car rentals, tour buses, shuttles, taxis or city buses.

Clothing:

Dress casually. Bring a light jacket for nights. Bring semi-casual dress clothes or resort wear for restaurants and nightlife. Suits and ties are rarely worn.

Tipping:

U.S. standards apply: 15-20% on meals, at least $1 per bag for porters, and at least $1 per night for housekeeping.

Welcome to The Art Of Living Healthy. Art is defined, in this sense, as a learned power of doing something competently acquired by experience, study, or observation. This blog is dedicated to providing quality information and products to everyone.

So many people have become disillusioned with traditional medicine and turned to alternative health options. After watching many friends and relative become discouraged with the results, I became determined to find out why.

The only health store in my hometown was owned by a Mennonite family. The only supplements they would carry was Nature’s Sunshine products, so those were the ones I used. As time went on and I had access to more variety, I began to notice the same lack of results with supplements and equipment I used. This is when I really began looking into the quality, potency, and purity of different product lines.

What I discovered is QUALITY MATTERS. If you want to obtain the desired results from your healthy living program, don’t use inferior quality equipment, supplement with no potency, or products that can add to the problem through lack of purity.

I also discovered that pursuing quality takes an enormous amount of research, time, and effort. I have found it to be well worth the effort, but not everyone has the resources to pursue the search. So I determined to provide easy access to quality information and products to everyone interested in pursuing a healthy lifestyle.

This is the second site of what I hope will be a growing list dedicated to quality info and products. For quality aromatherapy information and products visit The Art Of Aromatherapy.

I hope you will join me in mastering The Art Of Living Healthy.

Disclaimer: This blog, and these websites, are about living healthy and educating yourself about your own needs. The statements and information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. You should always consult a doctor before taking any medical advice. If you have any specific health problems or medical conditions, you should consult a doctor before beginning any exercise or nutritional program.

Building a deck can be a complicated process whether you’re building a deck yourself from scratch, installing deck railing or hiring a professional to build your deck. Regardless of whether you’re doing it yourself or hiring someone, you need to know all that is involved.  Find some reliable deck contractors from friends and neighbors or get a list from your local Chamber of Commerce. A professional can inform you of any laws regarding renovations or building a new deck. They can also let you know of any new methods available regarding the building of the deck. Often only people that do this line of work regularly will be aware of the many changes available.

Planning Your Deck

Before you get too carried away with thoughts of a new deck, make a deck building plan that covers all the important details including size, deck design, material list, cost and estimates and information on building and safety codes in your area. This plan or list should cover any thing you may need to know regarding your deck.

Deck Materials and the Building Process

Many people don’t realize how heavy a deck is or what kind of support it requires.  The first part of the deck process involves concrete piers hat are placed in the ground so many feet apart. These piers, which hold the weight of the deck, extend above the ground a few inches and are attached to support posts. These piers are used as a means of securing the deck. The posts are used to find the drop beams while they’re being anchored to the joists, which in turn are molded together by blocking or bridging. This entire process makes up the solid frame of the deck. The boards of decking make up the floor of the deck. The process of installing deck railings is the last part of building a deck.

Deck Railing & Deck Stairs

Once you have the deck securely anchored with the deck flooring, you’re ready to begin installing deck railing and stairs. The deck railing is built by attaching it to the railing posts, which are attached to the side of the deck a few inches apart. The bottom and top rail are attached to the balusters to give additional support. The cap rail is the final part of building your deck. Before installing your railing, you may want to check with the local statues or laws in your city to make sure your deck complies with local laws.

Although these instructions are for most deck designs, but there are various different styles for outdoor decks. Do some thorough research and find what you want most in a deck.