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Arriving at HNL Early - How to Kill Time Before Hotel Check In
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Arriving at HNL Early – How to Kill Time Before Hotel Check In

Among the #paradiseproblems visitors have to contend with, early airport arrival tops the list for many malihini. Cheeky hashtag aside, you absolutely want to make the most of your time on Oahu and don’t want to waste hours waiting to check into your accommodations, especially if your flight lands in the early AM with the […]

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Best Way to See Oahu in One Day
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Best Way to See Oahu in One Day

It’s already been established that the preferred way to get from Honolulu International Airport to your Oahu accommodation is to take a direct, flat-rate, no-share shuttle. But what about seeing the island once you’ve checked in and gotten yourself settled? Or, let’s take that question one step further for those of you who have designated […]

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Cheapest Way to Get from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki
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What’s the Cheapest Way to Get from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki?

On the surface, this commonly asked question may appear to have a simple answer, which is the same for any one arriving at an international airport en route to any hotel on the mainland. City transit. For $2.75 per-person you can take TheBus (one word according to the Oahu Transit Services) from HNL to Waikiki. […]

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Should I Stay In Waikiki or the North Shore?

Next to “to be or not to be” this is the question that weighs heavy on the souls of so many up and coming visitors to Oahu. OK, we’re being a little dramatic, but it is definitely one of the most frequently asked questions. When taking people from the airport to Waikiki (most typical destination) […]

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Honolulu Airport to Waimea Bay
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Honolulu Airport to Waimea Bay – What You Need to Know

A couple of weeks ago we dove into everything you need to know about getting from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Banzai Pipeline, given that we’re in the thick of the big wave season on the North Shore of Oahu. Today, we’re going to paddle out (not literally) at Waimea Bay with a look at […]

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Transportation from Honolulu Airport to Diamond Head
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Transportation from Honolulu Airport to Diamond Head

The most recognizable geographic feature on Oahu is also one of the most visited. Diamond Head crater and all that surrounds it beckons travelers from around the world. People staying in Waikiki pay a premium for a view, and some lucky souls manage to score a room at the Lotus Honolulu or the New Otani […]

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Honolulu Airport to Pipeline
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Honolulu Airport to Pipeline – What You Need to Know

For some of you, November and December on Oahu take on a whole other meaning beyond traditional holiday festivities. That’s right, winter is big wave season on the North Shore, and with it comes the VANS Triple Crown of Surfing which concludes with the final leg at world famous Banzai Pipeline. There’s also the Volcom […]

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Where to Stay on Oahu for Families at Christmas
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Where to Stay on Oahu for Families at Christmas and the Holiday Season

It’s the festive season (well, depending on when you’re reading this) and many of you will be flying to Oahu for Christmas and the holidays. However, while you’ve booked your flight to Honolulu International Airport, some of you remain undecided on your accommodations. This is an important decision for families at this time of the […]

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Honolulu Airport to Zoo
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Honolulu Airport to the Zoo – What You Need to Know

So you need to get straight from HNL to the Honolulu Zoo. Are you that excited about seeing the giraffes who extend their necks to taunt passer-byers along Paki avenue who haven’t paid the price of admission? OK, we know, you probably have some time to kill before you check into your Waikiki accommodations. Given […]

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What Not to Do After Arriving at Honolulu Airport

Your flight to Honolulu is almost here, you’re excited, and not thinking clearly, we get it. Paradise has that affect on people, especially when it’s their first (or second, etc.) time on the island. However, you want to make sure that your first few hours go as smooth as possible because after all it sets […]

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