Waikiki is the most popular destination in Hawaii. Located on the south shore of the island of Oahu, Waikiki attracts thousands of tourists every day, and for good reason – Waikiki is packed with high-rise hotels, restaurants, shops and, of course, those famous Waikiki beaches. It’s easy to stay active in Hawaii, particularly in Waikiki; ...
If you are planning to go to Hawaii and wondering where to stay in Honolulu, you have many, many choices. It all depends on the type of accommodations you want and how much you want to spend. Choices range from private condos available for rent, villas, moderately price hotels, and luxury hotels. Decide how much ...
Some visitors to the Hawaiian Islands intend on exploring more than just the Mai Tai bars and golden sands of Waikiki Beach. For those that truly want to discover the wondrous sights the Hawaiian Islands have to offer, there are plenty of popular and seldom-traveled trails for you to hike. Here are the best hiking ...
Born August 24, 1890, Duke Paoa Kahanamoku was not a member of the Hawaiian royal family. His father, Halapu, was christened “Duke” by Princess Bernice Pauahi (Bishop) in 1869 and the name was on to the young boy who would become the legendary surfer. The full-blooded Hawaiian spent much of his youth in the waters ...
Yes, Waikiki is known for having incredible nightlife. But cocktails aren’t reserved for the nighttime in the action-packed part of Honolulu called Waikiki. Whether you’re looking for a daytime Mai Tai at a casual bar overlooking Waikiki Beach or a bone dry martini just minutes after midnight, the following are the best bars in Waikiki. ...
There are so many places to eat in downtown Waikiki it can get overwhelming. I have compiled this top 5 list of restaurants in Waikiki to help those with limited time and resources to sift through the options. With such a diverse culture and bevy of fresh local ingredients it is hard to go wrong ...
You’ve spent a small fortune on the family’s flight from the Mainland to Hawaii’s Honolulu International Airport. You splurged on a luxury rental car and a suite at one of Waikiki’s finest hotels. You’re thrilled with the accommodations and you’re taken by the beauty of the world-famous Waikiki Beach. You have the entire vacation planned, ...
The tourism industry in the state of Hawaii generates over $11 billion in revenue for the state. In fact, the tourism industry is one of the biggest contributors to Hawaii’s economy, without which the state’s economics would assuredly suffer. Because of this, the many companies with hotels, resorts, condos and other vacation-oriented investments in Hawaii ...
My husband and I went to Oahu on our honeymoon and it was so breathtaking. There is so much to see. I truly believe that visiting Oahu is a must do. If I had the chance I would go back there every year. Here are some of the must see attractions and places on the ...
