Nestled behind the University of Hawaii at Manoa is a lush valley that has retained much of its old Hawaiian charm. Manoa's ambience is best captured in the fine old homes built early in the century by families who established many of Oahu 's first businesses. In this quiet neighborhood, you'll find Manoa Marketplace, home to a host of unique shops including Coffee Manoa, where you can enjoy an espresso at one of the outdoor tables with views of the lush valley; Manoa Bakery, favored by locals for its fresh pastries and especially its lemon pan (lightly baked donut); Bagel Bakers, which offers bagel lovers an almost endless list of choices in sandwiches; Island Manapua Factory, which serves a variety of manapua (Chinese dumplings); and Shipley's Alehouse & Grill, the area's most popular restaurant and bar. Nearby is Anne Namba's shop. Her elegant silk creations incorporate old kimono, and women in Hawaii and beyond admire her fashion style, including Vera Wang and Hillary Rodham Clinton.
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Swissotel Chicago Hotel compares well with the 209 hotels in the city. An
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