Barbers Point is the southwestern-most tip of Oahu. It is primarily recognized as a historic military site and an industrial hub, though it also features a quiet beach park and the iconic Barber’s Point Lighthouse, which is 71-foot concrete navigational tower and one of the island’s most historic – and ironic – maritime landmarks. The […]
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Aiea is a community in “south central” Oahu, located approximately 8 to 10 miles west of downtown Honolulu. It is nestled between Pearl City to the west and Halawa to the east, acting as a suburban hub accessed via Interstate H-1 and Kamehameha Highway. Visitors know it best as the home to Aloha Stadium, which […]
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While often looped in with Haleiwa (which it’s located within) and Kahuku (adjacent to the eastern end), Pupukea is its own distinct community with its own unique personality. Essentially running from where Waimea Bay ends and Kawela Bay begins, it features prime activity-destinations that visitors come to the North Shore of Oahu for, including Shark’s […]
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Waipahu is located in the southern part of Oahu, along the northern shore of Pearl Harbor’s West and Middle Lochs. It sits in the Ewa district, serving as a commuter hub that connects Kapolei to the west and Pearl City to the east. The former plantation town is best known among visitors today for Waikele Premium […]
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Visitors know the Kahala community of Oahu for two primary reasons. For one, it boasts the quaint yet value-packed shopping mall (get directions). Secondly, most are aware of its historic (opened in 1964) luxury hotel/resort which you can learn more about here. But for an approximate 3,500 residents (or up to 10,000 if applying a […]
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Kapahulu is a historic neighborhood in Honolulu, Oahu, located directly east of Waikiki Beach. Visitors flock to the community for its dense concentration of local eateries (e.g. Rainbow Drive-In, Uncle Bo’s Pupu Bar & Grill, Leaonard’s Bakery, et cetera) and eclectic shops (e.g. Bailey’s Antiques and Aloha Shirts, etc.) which are all found along Kapahulu […]
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Compared to other residential communities on Oahu, Pearl City is quite close to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), roughly between 7 and 9 miles away depending upon the route. Despite the proximity, the population of just under 45,000 (and visiting family) would like to depend upon a professional/commercial service (vs Uber or Lyft) as […]
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Oahu is home to an idyllic mix of golf courses. The island features a diverse, high-quality selection of over 30 courses ranging from challenging world class scenic resort layouts to affordable municipal options. Top-tier “must-play” options include the stunning oceanfront Turtle Bay Palmer Course (Kahuku), the unique, jungle-like Royal Hawaiian Golf Club (Kailua), and the […]
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Oahu is home to some of the best surf spots on the entire planet. Banzai Pipeline in addition to Backdoor and Off the Wall at Ehukai Beach along with Waimea Bay are big draws for the more advanced wave riders in the autumn and winter months. But it’s not just about the North Shore, as […]
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There are a variety of reasons for requiring a Honolulu airport shuttle for 8 passengers. It is not uncommon for visitors arriving on Oahu for a family reunion or wedding to come in groups of that size. The same is true for those from within the an organization who have flown the same flight (or […]
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