Honolulu is an ultra-modern city full of enormous diversity. The county of Honolulu is home to approximately 800,000 people of all races and cultures. It is what gives O'ahu the nickname, "The Gathering Place."
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach stretches from the slopes of
Diamond Head to Ala Moana and the
Ala Wai Yacht Harbor. The beach itself is a great spot for the whole family. There is a near-shore break for the children, while the more experienced swimmers surf the waves.
The main thoroughfare of Waikiki is Kalakaua Boulevard. Most of the hotels, shops, and restaurants are gathered along this well-populated strip. The Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center is a must-stop for anyone who likes to shop. Dine on
pho, sushi, fresh seafood or gourmet buffets at area restaurants. As for accommodations, Waikiki hotels are some of the best in the world. You can find everything from upscale, five-star establishments such as the
Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel to lodgings for the budget traveler at places...
A rare flat rainbow over Waimea Bay Sandy Beach is a favorite for bodyboarding Volcanic mineral olivine makes sand sparkel green Peaceful Kawele Bay is perfect for sunning and stand-up paddling Chun's Beach is great for family time and surfing View towards the Waianae Mountain Range Tranquil sunset at Ali`i Beach Exquisit serene swimming at the Ko Olina Lagoons A baby hammerhead at Ke Iki Beach Did you expect pumpkin patches on the east side? ... Read More
Just a hop, skip and a jump away from bustling Honolulu is the polar opposite – the island of Moloka`i. The long and narrow island can be seen from the eastern shore of Oahu and can be reached for about $66 via airplane. If you make it to Moloka`i for some R&R from the busy streets of Honolulu, one of the most unique experiences you can have is wandering down a dark alley in Kaunakakai, Moloka`i’s main town, after 10 p.m. to score yourself…... Read More
Kawela Bay is a hidden cove on Oahu’s North Shore, which is likely to be a lot less crowded on any given day than most other beaches in the area. It’s a large bay blanketed in fine white sand and backed by a thick forest of palms, banyan trees, and other dense foliage often explored by those on horse back. Two points jut far out into the ocean on either side, causing the bay to often be mellow and perfect for swimming and paddle boarding. Without very much... Read More
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Pearl Harbor
- More than a million people a year pay tribute to the U.S. Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor. On December 7, 1941, the Japanese laid siege to the...
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- Landmarks
- North Honolulu
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Polynesian Cultural Center
- One of Hawaii's top visitor attractions, this tropical 42-acre site showcases seven Polynesian regions: Fiji, Hawai'i, the Marquesas, New Zealand,...
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- Attractions
- Honolulu, Island of O'ahu - Windward
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Diamond Head State Monument
- One of the most famous volcanic craters in the world, Diamond Head overlooks Oahu's southeastern shores. The crater was originally named "Laeahi"...
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- Hiking
- Waikiki
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