Makaha is home to one of the most renowned big wave surfing spots in the world, garnering international attention before Waimea Bay and Banzai Pipeline. But this leeward gem of Oahu is also one of the most misunderstood. Because of this, we’re providing visitors staying in this neck of the west side with some insight […]
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This is a question that new visitors to the south shore of Oahu commonly ask. If you’re staying in Waikiki for a week or more, you may be looking to break of the bustling monotony with a trip to one of our more laid back islands for a day, maybe two. But day trips aren’t […]
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The appropriately named Kahuku (which means projection in Hawaiian) is the northernmost point on Oahu, found between Turtle Bay Resort and the town of Laie. It’s a pure island country town, recognizable by man-made fishponds and shrimp farms, serving as a bridge between the windward side (via Laie) and the North Shore most visitors come to see. […]
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One of the most unique communities on the island is also one of the furthest from Honolulu International Airport, making it a bit of a challenge for those heading there from HNL for the first time. However, it needn’t be with the right guidance, and we mean more than GPS directions. Today we are providing […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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