Duke Kahanamoku Statue in Waikiki
Sheila Beal When you visit Waikiki Beach, make sure you take the time to find and admire the Duke Kahanamoku statue. You’ll find it just to the west of the Kuhio Beach…
Browsing Category
Oahu See & Do
194 posts
Kukaniloko Hawaiian Birthing Stones on Oahu
In the middle of a sugar cane field in central Oahu, you’ll find a sacred site – the Kukaniloko birthing stones. The sign at this site says that as many…
Let’s Go Humpback Whale Watching
I’m always amazed to see a humpback whale breach the water followed by a huge splash. Even surveying the deep blue ocean water for a glimpse of a whale’s spout…
Kayaking from Kailua Beach to Mokulua Islands
On my recent trip to Oahu, one of the activities high on my list was to kayak picturesque Kailua Bay to the Mokulua Islands. I was really excited about this…
Hiking Diamond Head (Le’ahi)
If you enjoy hiking to a rewarding view, then you’ll love hiking to the top of Diamond Head on Oahu. The photo above shows the view of Honolulu from the…
Oh Yeah! Oahu’s North Shore Big Waves Are On!
North Shore big waves have shown up right on time this week for the start of Vans Triple Crown of Surfing, which is the most prestigious professional surfing event on…
Touring Scenic and Historic Honolulu by Segway
Imagine getting a scenic tour, history lesson, cultural lesson on a tour that’s actually fun. That’s what we experienced on the Honolulu Scenic History and Culture Tour with Segway of…
Manoa Falls Trail, Oahu Hawaii
UPDATE: After closures due to improvements, the Manoa Falls trail reopens June 5, 2021 per a Hawaii DLNR post. A hike to Manoa Falls is a tropical rainforest treat to…
Hanohano – Waikiki’s Best Kept Secret
*** January 2011 Update — The Hanohano Room has been replaced by a private club that’s now called the Leahi Club. If you’re going to Waikiki, I suggest that a…
Hawaii Vacation Deals and News for September 18th
Warning: Today’s news might be full of hot air – especially with the first news item. 🙂 The new and improved parking and viewing area for the Halona Blowhole (on…
Honolulu Now on the Dollar Menu!
Having an entertaining, enriching and fun time in Honolulu doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, there are several great things you should do that are completely free. Here…
Iolani Palace – America’s Only Royal Residence
Did you know that there is a royal residence in the US? There is one and only one and that is the Iolani Palace in Honolulu. This palace was built…
