I know you didn’t come all the way to Hawaii just to hang out with other uke aficionados…or did you…hmmmmm…? You don’t have to be a ukulele ju**ie to appreciate this event…but it sure helps!! Day 1
We start our tour with a trip to the KoAloha Ukulele Factory in downtown Honolulu. (Ukulele playing on the bus is allowed…no, mandatory!!) Private tour with the Okami family and a performance by “Famou
s Hawaiian Ukulele Player Here” in the showroom. “Pops” Okami has a very unique story about how he started building ukuleles. KoAloha is regarded here in Hawaii and all around the world as one of the premier ukulele builders. Their ukuleles have a unique tone that is vibrant and wonderful for many styles. You can hear this sound in professional players like Herb Ohta Jr., Daniel Ho, Raiatea Helm, and other great players. The Okami family and a team of great craftsmen make these amazing ukes right on the island of Oahu. They are creative in design and are crafted with beautiful native Hawaiian koa wood. They also have a beautiful voice with power and clarity. Discounts, prizes (ukulele accessories) and chotchkies to be rewarded at the door! Next we travel to the Kanile’a Ukulele Company in Kaneohe on the windward side of the island for a private tour with owners and founders Joe and Kristin Sousa…no wait, on the way to Kanile’a we will be riding with our tour guide…”famous Hawaiian ukulele performer” for a workshop/performance! Kanile’a specializes in standard to professional grade musical instruments. Each ukulele is finely hand crafted using the highest grade, well-seasoned wood and scaled to produce perfect intonation. These instruments are meticulously built by skilled craftsmen, under the guidance of Master Luthier, Joseph Souza. The state of the art, humidity controlled facilities in Kaneohe, Hawaii allows Kanile`a Ukulele to balance "Traditions and Technologies". Every 'ukulele comes with a 100% customer satisfaction, money back guarantee and our industry leading limited lifetime warranty. Kanile'a means "Joyful Sound" and at the factory showroom we are treated to a performance in the beautiful showroom at Kanile’a. Joe and Kristin will entertain us with their music and dance. Joe on the ukulele and vocals and Kristen will perform her exquisite Hula dances. More ukulele discounts, prizes, and fun! Lunch will be provided. Back at Waikiki hotels by 5pm.
7pm Kanikpila on the beach at Waikiki with a well known Hawaiin performer to lead us in song…bring your on no host bar! Day 2
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