The yellow hibiscus is the state flower of Hawaii.
Just the idea that something comes from Hawaii makes it special. No visit there could be complete without buying at least one keepsake of this tropical paradise. There are lots of gifts to be had in Hawaii that are as useful as they are good looking. Fortunately, many of them are also available online. When you can browse through some of Hawaii's stores without being there, that is next best thing to a pleasant vacation.
Macadamia Nuts
Macadamia nuts are a special treat of Hawaii.
Macadamia nuts are a special treat and a very popular gift from Hawaii. The first macadamia tree arrived in Hawaii in 1881, but harvesting the first commercial crop of macadamia nuts dates only to 1956. Flavored macadamia nuts include both salted and unsalted dry roasted, honey roasted, Maui onion and garlic, wasabi and teriyaki, milk chocolate, milk chocolate coconut and dark chocolate.
Sandals
One of the great pleasures of a visit to Hawaii is discovering some of the world's most comfortable footwear. Seeing the sights in Hawaii can involve quite a lot of walking around, and it is wise to start out wearing shoes or sandals that will not leave your feet feeling exhausted, sore, or even blistered. Consider footwear like the long-lasting slip-on sandals available from retailers like ABCStores.com. There is quite a choice of other styles of sandals, too, including tropical slide sandals, palm tree sandals, and reef walkers. These sandals are available in full sizes. Best of all, when your pair of sandals does eventually wear out after years of use, you can reorder online, or visit Hawaii again.
Muumuus
Nothing says "Hawaii" more clearly than a beautiful, cotton muumuu. Floral patterns and rich colors define these lovely, traditional Hawaiian dresses. They are available in different styles, and range in size from XS to 3XL. You can browse a wide array of muumuus at websites like Hawonder.com that also sell men's Hawaiian shirts, T-shirts, and ties, as well as clothes for children.
Orchids
Phalaenopsis orchid plants make lovely souvenirs of Hawaii.
Visitors to Hawaii often return home with a new-found love of orchids and other flowers and plants of Hawaii, including the yellow hibiscus (Hibiscus brackenridgei), which is the official state flower. The dendrobium orchid plant, for example, features orchid sprays and lavender and white blossoms. The long lasting Phalaenopsis orchid plant blossoms generally come in white with yellow blooms or pink/lavender blooms.
'Flowers of Hawaii' Jewelry
The bird of paradise is a flower of Hawaii and the inspiration for jewelry designs.
The graceful bird of paradise is among the exotic flowers to inspire the "Flowers of Hawaii" collection of fine jewelry pendants set in 14K gold. Other floral themes in the collection include the hibiscus, orchid, maile leaf, anthurium and heliconia, each with distinctive design characteristics and featuring mother-of-pearl, diamond and other highlights.
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