Rene Thompson
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Articles by this Author
Visiting Samoa
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 02/3/2012
- Travel
- Unrated
Samoa is a new and exciting location for anyone interested in tropical vacations A bit off the beaten path, it's the perfect choice for those who are looking for an unusual and exotic vacation
Some of the World's Best Vacation Spots
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 01/24/2012
- Travel
- Unrated
Winter in North America is often a good time to take a nice, long, sunny vacation from the dreary, cloudy weather that often affects our hemisphere If you’re thinking about taking a tropical vacation there is a wide range of potential destinations that you might choose from
Looking After Tropical Hibiscus Plants
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 01/16/2012
- Gardening
- Unrated
When most people think of tropical flowers, among the first types to come to mind are the hibiscus Whether or not you have a green thumb, you may be attracted to the colorful hibiscus flower
Do You Think Tiki is Tacky?
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 01/8/2012
- Arts and Crafts
- Unrated
When Donald Trump shut down Trader Vic’s, one of the most famous Tiki inspired bars, in the early 1980s it seemed to deliver the death-blow to the fad that had started in the 1940s and 1950s But what is clear today is that Mr
Tropical Vacation on the Island of Oahu
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 01/1/2012
- Travel
- Unrated
Winter’s dreariness often inspires many people to seek out tropical vacations For those of us that live in cooler climates, visiting an exotic island gives us something to look forward to
Tips on Booking Your Polynesian Vacation
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 12/24/2011
- Travel
- Unrated
Polynesia has long been one of the best-kept secrets of the travel world A tropical paradise that is much more relaxed than the more popular tourist destinations in this part of the world, such as Hawaii, Polynesia has long been overlooked by vacationers
Tips on Throwing a Traditional Hawaiian Luau or Tiki Party
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 12/17/2011
- Entertainment
- Unrated
Hawaii, for most of us, conjures up images of long sandy beaches, palm trees and coral What better way to invite your guests to relax at your party than to use a Hawaiian luau or tiki theme
Tattooing Throughout the Years
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 12/11/2011
- Arts and Crafts
- Unrated
Though many think of tattoos as a modern means for self expression and individualism, in fact the art of tattooing the skin dates back as far as the Ancient Egyptians, and has been a part of countless cultures since then Tattooed mummies and the tattooed remains of a man from the Ice Age prove that tattooing is nothing new
The History of Kon-Tiki
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 11/23/2011
- Travel
- Unrated
Though many of the Polynesian islands are known for a long and fascinating history, the origin of life on the islands is not well known As a result, theories abound about this period of Polynesian history
How do You Book a Polynesian Cruise?
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 11/17/2011
- Travel
- Unrated
Choosing a cruise destination can be hard – how will you ever choose between Hawaii, Bora-Bora, Jamaica, and all of the other tropical destinations around the globe The world is filled with so many beautiful and exotic places, and you'll never be able to visit them all, even on an unlimited budget
Tips For Getting a Polynesian Tattoo
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 11/11/2011
- Arts and Crafts
- Unrated
Have you ever wanted a tribal tattoo Polynesian tattoo designs, inspired by and taken from the various cultures in Polynesians, are extremely popular today
Don Ho the Famous Tiki Musician
- By Rene Thompson
- Published 11/5/2011
- Entertainment
- Unrated
The famous tiki musician Don Ho was born in Honolulu in 1930 With Chinese, Hawaiian, Portuguese, Dutch, and German ancestors, Don Ho was born Donald Tai Loy Ho, and would become a Hawaiian pop musician and entertainer at the height of the tiki craze in the 1950's and 1960's
