Dole Pineapple Plantation

The Dole pineapple plantation was HUGEEEE! It really wasn't that fun though. It was a pretty hot day, and when we got there all we did was get on this little train that took us for about a 30 minute ride around the plantation with some little recorded voice telling us about all the facts and history of the pineapples. When we got off i was pretty tired, because it was so boring. Then we went inside where it was cool and it felt so good because it was super hot outside. There was pineapple drinks you could buy, pineapple floats, and pineapple ice cream. Have you ever heard of pineapple ice cream? I haven't. I don't even like pineapple so i find that super weird. A few of the girls tried the ice cream and said it was pretty good, but i just don't think i could force myself to eat ice cream that tastes like pineapple. However, i did get the nasty pineapple juice just because I wanted the sweet Dole pineapple cup! I still have it today :) I suffered through drinking that juice just to get that little cup! There was this maze at the plantation as well, and i'm pretty sure the maze was shaped like a pineapple. It was a race to try and find certain pictures that we had to draw. We pretty much ran through the maze like little kids, and i regret it because it was so hot and i was pretty much drenched in sweat. After the maze we went inside again and bought a few souvenirs. We bought a coffee cup and candy for Mr. Cochrane and an apron for Mrs. Bailey. Mr. Cochrane ended up sharing his candy with the class when we got back, and I'm not even sure if he tried any himself! What a shame. If i went back to Hawaii I probably would not go back to the Pineapple Plantation because it wasn't that fun and i really just don't enjoy pineapple.
P.s. I felt like being colorful today.

Outside Article:
Dole Pineapple Plantation is a very popular attraction that introduces over 900,000 visitors a year to Oahu. This touristy complex consists of a gift shop, ornate gardens, and dole plantation maze. Dole Pineapple Plantation's educational tour emphasizes on agriculture, the history of pineapples in Hawaii and how it has changed from the old day to the modern day.

Pineapple Garden Maze

The top highlight of Dole Pineapple Pavilion is the world's largest maze which offers exciting experience. The pineapple garden maze was built from 11,400 Hawaiian plants. Visitors can practice th

eir "navigational skills" while having fun seeking the six hidden stations located within the maze. You can get lost in the maze as it covers 2 acres and contains 1.7 miles of pathways. It usually takes 15 to 30 minutes to walk through the maze.

Useful Information

• Open daily 9 AM - 5:30 PM
• Expect to spend around 90 minutes to fully have fun
• Restrooms, gift shops, snack bars, and dining room available
• Located at 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway near Wahiawa in Central Oahu
• From Waikiki, take H1 West to H2 North. Continue to Kamehameha Highway (99). Dole Plantation is located at 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway. Approximately a 40-minute drive from Waikiki.
• For more information visit www.doleplantation.com