Product Description

Introducing Rainbow Handbook Hawai`i, a gay and lesbian travel almanac unlike any other. Forget those guides full of boring listings - the fun-to-read Rainbow Handbook Hawai`i delves deep into the very heart of Hawai`i's colorful gay world. Not only does it explain in detail every gay and lesbian travel resource in Hawai`i, Rainbow Handbook is also full of fascinating trivia, interesting interviews, and hundreds of photographs.

Hawai`i's loving culture and glorious beauty has inspired the world. For the first time visitor, old-time resident, or armchair dreamer, Rainbow Handbook Hawai`i is a must.

Also included: detailed city and island maps - special women's listings - the same-sex marriage battle - homo bed and breakfasts - bars and clubs - eco-tours - restaurants - shops - vacation rentals - Hawaiian language glossary - and loads of gay island facts and pictures!

Where else can you find the answers to queer questions like these?:
Where in Hawai`i c! an you book a nude mud swamp tour? (page 58)
Which island is famous for its resident Polynesian transvestites? (page 109)
Where can you sunbathe on a red sand beach in Maui? (page 153)
Why were same-sex relationships important to the ancient Hawaiians? (page 26)
Which island has a lesbian-owned surf school? (page152)
How do you say "an effeminate man" in Hawaiian? (page 13)
What was the impressive name of a part of King Kalakaua's anatomy? (page 29)

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1315595 in Books
• Published on: 1998-10
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 232 pages

Review
"Matthew Link has compiled a chatty and irreverent handbook packed with useful facts, uncensored opinions, and indispensable recommendations. An insider's handle on gay Hawai`i." - Andrew Collins, Author of Fodor's Gay Guide to the USA

"It's always good to get your travel information from someone who lives there, and Big Island resident Matthew Link knows his way around Hawaii. The book is written with style and wit, and with an insider's perspective that's invaluable." - George Hobica, Author of Gay USA -- George Hobica

About the Author
Matthew Link is a writer, video maker, and kayaker living on the Kona Coast of Hawai`i's Big Island. A member of the National Gay and Lesbian Journalists Association, Matthew has contributed to the guides Access Gay USA, Ferrari Gay Travel A to Z, and Fodor's gay travel guides, as well as writing for numerous international magazines and producing award-winning video documentaries. He has traveled to, and lived in, over 20 countries in Asia, Europe, and the Pacific.

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Customer Reviews

Summary
Rainbow Handbook Hawaii covers history, gay communities,interviews with local gays and lesbians, places to see, trivia, and photos. Also included in Rainbow Handbook Hawaii: detailed city and island maps - the same-sex marriage battle - homo bed and breakfasts - bars and clubs - eco-tours - restaurants - shops - vacation rentals - Hawaiian language glossary - and loads of gay island facts and pictures!

Gay Guide for Hawaii Travel
After reading this book, I felt it was a little "dated" but, overall, it's a great guide for the Gay and Lesbian Traveler to Hawaii. Many lists of what, where, why and when to go to Paradise!

Not Your Ordinary Travel Guide
Matthew Link presents a unique side to Hawaii in a complete, fun, and entertaining manner. The book is very well researched, and is suitable for anyone travelling to Hawaii or has been to Hawaii and wants to relive their experiences.