Hawaii Travel Guide 2023: Oahu with 12 Awesome Travel Tips
Welcome to your Hawaii Travel Guide for 2023. Here are 12 tips to plan your perfect vacation to Oahu. Click Show More for the trip planning resources we mentioned!
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00:00 Intro
01:20 No. 1 Where to Stay
03:33 No. 2 Things to Do in Honolulu
04:25 No. 3 Be Unique
06:44 No. 4 Best Beaches
08:18 No. 5 Oahu Transport
09:21 No. 6 Beware
09:57 No. 7 Best Time to Visit
10:50 No. 8 Can’t Miss Activities
12:00 No. 9 Respectful Travel
13:24 No. 10 Come Hungry
14:20 No. 11 Don’t Miss This
14:55 No. 12 Erica’s Favorite
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I would like to show you all the fun places and what to do as a Hawaii Travel Guide.
In this video, I wanted to share with you the fun places to see and do while in the island.
I hope you find this information useful for your next trip.
Here are my places I went:
Makapu'u Hike
Spitting Cave of Portlock
China Walls ( Koko Kai Mini Beach )
Waikiki Friday fireworks show ( Hilton Hawaiian Village )
KCC farmers market
Koko head trail hike
Dole Plantation - for Dole Whip
Kapo'o Tidepool = Shark Cove
Punchbowl Center
OAHU TRAVEL GUIDE: Everything You Need to Know
Watch this before you go to Oahu Hawaii! This ultimate Oahu travel guide is your one-stop shop for planning your perfect island escape. I'll unveil hidden gems beyond Waikiki: Ditch the crowds and discover secret beaches, stunning hikes, and local eats like a true kama'aina (local resident).
Surf's up (or not)! Whether you're a seasoned shredder or a beach bum, I'll break down the best spots for catching waves (or soaking up the rays). Foodie paradise: From poke bowls bursting with freshness to mouthwatering garlic shrimp, I'll tantalize your taste buds with must-try local eats. Insider tips & hacks: Skip the tourist traps and navigate like a pro with our expert advice on transportation, accommodation, and saving those precious vacation dollars. So, pack your swimsuit, grab your ukulele (optional!), and get ready to embark on an unforgettable Hawaiian adventure
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00:00 1. Oahu Travel Guide
01:00 2. Orientation
04:00 3. Getting In
06:55 4. Getting Around
10:40 5. Weather
12:43 6. Beaches
15:31 7. Shopping
17:45 8. Hotels
20:04 9. Food
27:31 Bonus
28:20 10. Things to Do
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Hawaii Travel Guide - 13 Tips for a FANTASTIC Trip to Oahu
One of the most spectacularly beautiful places on Earth. Known as the “Gathering Place,” join me as I help you decide what to do, where to go, and what to eat on the incredible island of Oahu.
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Below are some of my personal favorite places…all highly recommended, but I left off a few places…there is so much good food on Oahu. Best bet is to ask the locals…they know best:)
ONE FANTASTIC RESTAURANT that didn’t make the video, but is absolutely delicious is Marukame Udon Noodles in Waikiki. I only didn’t include it, because it’s already so well known. Also Dat Cajun Guy in Hale’iwa is another excellent spot that didn’t make the video.
Featured Places to Eat:
-Leonard’s Bakery
-Helena’s Hawaiian Foods
-Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck
-Kono’s
-The Pig & The Lady
-Diamond Head Market & Grill
-Ahi Assassins
-Ono Seafood
(No website that I could find. Open 9AM-6PM, Closed Sunday & Monday)
-Maguro Bros.
(No website that I could find. Open 9AM-3PM, Closed Sunday)
-Matsumoto’s Shave Ice
-Kokonuts Shave Ice
-Waiola Shave Ice
BEACHES:-Waimanalo Bay (Windward Side)
-Lanikai Beach (Windward Side)
-Kahana Bay Beach Park (Windward Side)
-Waimea Bay (North Shore)
-Sunset Beach (North Shore)
-Makapu’u Beach (Southeastern Oahu)
-Ala Moana Beach (Honolulu)
-Waikiki (Honolulu)
-Halona Beach (Near the Halona Blowhole)
-Haunama Bay (Southeastern Oahu)
THINGS TO DO:
-Aloha Stadium Swap Meet (Hours: Sun 6:30AM-3PM, Wed&Sat 8AM-3PM)
-Haunama Bay
-Scuba Diving (Reef Pirates Diving)
-Go on a Hike
(Hikes Featured: Diamond Head Crater Hike, Makapu’u Lighthouse Point Hike, Lanikai Pill Box Hike, Koko Head Crater Railway Trail)
-Halona Blowhole
-Waimea Valley & Falls
-Rent a Car and Explore the Islands
Don’t Miss:
Kailua (Especially the Farmer’s Market outside Whole Foods every Thursday evening)
Kāneʻohe (Especially the Botanical Gardens and the Valley of the Temples
Kualoa Ranch
Kayaking out to Mokili’i Island
Kahuku Land Farms (ESPECIALLY THEIR PAPAYA)
Hale’iwa
Chinatown
-Lastly…explore Waikiki
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14 Things To Do on Oahu, Hawaii | Hawaii Travel Guide
In this video I share with you the 14 best things to do in Oahu, Hawaii! I lived in Hawaii for a year and toured the island many times to friends and family. In this video I share with you my best Oahu recommendations. When visiting Hawaii, please be sure to read up on Leave No Trace. That includes leaving nature as beautiful as it was when you found it!
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Hanauma Bay Trail
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Halona Blowhole
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Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden
45-680 Luluku Rd, Kaneohe
Waimea Falls Park
59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Haleiwa Bowls
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Tantalus Lookout Puu Ualakaa State Park
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2760 Round Top Dr, Honolulu, HI 96822
Nuuanu Pali Lookout
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How To Spend 5 Days in OAHU Hawaii | Experience Hawaii Like Never Before!
Aloha, fellow travelers! Looking for the ultimate Oahu guide? In this week's video, we're exploring Hawaii's vibrant heart in a 5-day whirlwind adventure! We're hitting the hotspots, soaking up sun, and digging into the culture that makes this island unforgettable! From bustling Honolulu sightseeing to the historic Pearl Harbor, we delve deep into the island's rich tapestry. We hike up the iconic Diamond Head State Monument, relax on Waikiki Beach, and shop in the expansive Ala Moana Center. We go Southeast End Hiking and Beach Hopping, snorkel in Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, conquer the Koko Crater Trail, and unwind at Lanikai Beach. Our journey continues with kayaking in Kaneohe Bay, visiting the lush Dole Plantation, exploring Kaena Point State Park, reflecting at Byodo-In Temple, and going off-road at Kualoa Ranch.
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Oahu Hawaii Travel Guide 2021 | 11 Tips for THE BEST Oahu Vacation
From where to stay, to where to eat, to our favorite Oahu beaches, here is our ultimate guide to an Oahu, Hawaii vacation. Let us show you around the island!
After living on Oahu for two years (we call Maui home now), we love to go back to explore and find new things to do. Oahu is our playground, let us show you our favorite sights and get you comfortable with the Gathering Place.
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00:35 Fun Fact on Honolulu, Hawaii
01:14 #1 Popular Oahu Beaches
02:43 #2 Where to Stay
04:05 #3 Escape from Waikiki
05:09 #4 You Don’t Need a Rental Car
05:58 #5 Rain Makes Rainbows (Best Time to Visit Oahu)
06:41 #6 Most Popular Oahu Sites to See
08:07 #7 Where to Eat on Oahu
09:32 #8 Oahu is the Best Island for Hiking
10:15 #9 Slow Drive the North Shore
11:16 #10 Don’t Skimp on Windward Oahu
11:55 #11 Learn to Surf at Waikiki Beach
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America’s 50th state, Hawaii is a volcanic archipelago located in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. As it was the last state to join the US in 1959, the islands still retain much of their unique Hawaiian identity. Due to all the magnificent scenery, it’s worth spending as much time as possible outdoors, either hiking among the volcanoes, surfing the surrounding waves, or snorkeling above its colorful coral reefs. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in Hawaii:
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Honolulu Airport is world famous for the novel way in which it welcomes its visitors. A sweetly scented floral chain is placed around the neck of all those who arrive and the friendly smiles of the local people are irresistible. Normal routine is cast aside and dreams become reality.
The Hawaiian Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean and make up the 50th state of the United States of America. The island of Oahu is situated in the centre of the archipelago. The modern city of Honolulu is the capital of both Oahu and all the other islands. It is also the starting point of numerous excursions.
King David Kalakaua had the Iolani Palace built, a magnificent Victorian structure situated in the centre of Honolulu and the only royal palace in the USA.
The Nu'uanu Pali Valley is of great importance in Hawaiian history. It was there that a decisive battle took place when King Kamehameh arrived from Maui and triumphantly drove the troops of the O´ahu chief into the mountains, a battle that gave rise to the political union of the Hawaiian Islands.
Close to Honolulu, Pearl Harbor was the scene of a major military tragedy. During an unexpected attack, practically the whole of the American Pacific fleet was bombed by the Japanese and destroyed. The attack on the U.S. naval base was the ultimate reason that the United States eventually took part in the Second World War.
In winter, the most dedicated surfers collect on Sunset Beach to experience the world's most sought-after waves, some of which are as high as the tallest church steeples. Between Kawela Bay and Haleiwa, each winter the best surfers in the world meet for the Surfing World Championships.
'Aloha!' is Hawaii's magical word. It means 'Welcome', 'Good-Bye' and also 'Love'. Life is so simple in paradise!
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00:40 Swim or surf at Waikiki Beach. Waikiki is THE hotspot for Hawaiian tourism and can serve as a homebase for your vacation or a daytrip destination. The sand is pristine & the turquoise water filled with swimmers & surfers. You can join the fun by taking surf lessons, renting a stand up paddleboard, taking a dip in the warm pacific waters, or simply laying out under the tropical sun. Waikiki is also where many boats embark for scuba diving, fishing & whale watching adventures.
01:29 Try Hawaiian food: Food trucks, poke, loco moco, shaved ice, Kalua pork bbq lunch plate, malasadas, spam musubi, huli huli chicken, and poi.
03:04 Sunbathe or paddle board at Kailua Beach
03:30 Other amazing beaches include Lanikai Beach, Ala Moana Beach, Waimanalo Beach, Makapuu Beach, & Kahana Beach
03:42 Hike Oahu’s stunning volcanic peaks like Diamond head crater aka Le’ahi in western Waikiki.
04:34 Other great mountain hikes include Koko Crater Railway, Makapu’u lighthouse, Kuli'ou'ou Ridge, Lanikai Pillbox, Olomana Peak Trail (aka 3 peaks), and the Pali Notches.
05:36 Go Snorkel or scuba dive in amazing places like Sharks Cove, Hanuama Bay Nature Preserve, Kuilima Cove (aka turtle beach), and Kahe Point Beach Park aka Electric Beach.
06:33 Watch the surfers on Oahu's north shore at Banzai Beach, aka Ehukai Beach & the Banzai Pipeline. We've also seen the spelling Bonzai used. The nearby Sunset beach is also perfect for watching sunset (believe it or not!). There's also some great food trucks nearby.
07:00 Lounge at the Ko Olina Lagoons, a set of 4 manmade lagoons. These are a great place for young children to safely explore the sand & water, plus it's near some of Oahu's biggest hotels. But FYI this is a highly curated location & wont be an authentic experience of Hawaii, if that matters to you.
07:42 Visit the Waterfalls including Manoa Falls, Waimea Falls, Waimano Falls, & Lulumahu Falls.
08:53 Visit the Kualoa Ranch. Kualoa Ranch is a 4,000-acre working cattle ranch and nature preserve on Oahu's Windward Coast. You can rent an ATV or go horseback riding through the stunning valley to get views of the magnificent Koolau mountains.
You can Zipline over the stunning Hawaiian landscape.
d) You can learn about the traditional & sustainable farming practices of the ranch. Take the Jurassic Tour to see some of the locations from Hollywood blockbusters like Godzilla, Jurassic Park, Kong: Skull Island.The Kualoa Ranch also offers a variety of dining options, including a luau with traditional Hawaiian food and entertainment.
9:35 Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center. The PCC is a living museum and theme park dedicated to preserving and sharing the cultures of the Pacific Islands. With its six authentic villages - representing Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and Tahiti, as well as hands-on activities, and nightly luau, the PCC offers a unique and immersive experience into the rich traditions of Polynesia.
10:08 Take the tour at the Dole Pineapple Plantation. Take the Pineapple Express Train Tour through the plantation fields and walk through 8 mini gardens, each showing different plants native to Hawaii, including banana, Papaya & tropical flowers. You can even enjoy some pineapple ice cream while navigating the world’s largest pineapple maze.
10:58 Visit Pearl Harbor. The centerpiece is the USS Arizona Memorial commemorating the sunken battleship and the 1,177 sailors and Marines who perished during the Japanese attack. Pearl Harbor also has an Aviation Museum where you can aircraft from the conflict, including Zero fighters and Dauntless dive bombers.
The USS Missouri Memorial is the mighty battleship where the Japanese surrender ceremony took place, ending World War II. Here you can take tours and see exhibits showcasing the ship's history and significance.
You can also explore the USS Bowfin, a World War II submarine, and learn about the history submarine warfare and the experiences of submariners.
12:13 Visit the Kaneohe Sandbar. A unique experience with views of Koʻolau Mountains and the turquoise waters of Kaneohe Bay. The sandbar is accessible by boat or kayak, and should be visited during low tide when it’s fully exposed.
12:47 Charter a boat: catamarans, sail boats, yachts, whale watching tours, glass bottom boats & deep sea fishing charters are all available on Oahu.
13:50 Take a helicopter tour. If you can swing the price, a helicopter tour might be the best way to see the breathtaking & diverse landscape of Oahu.
Top 10 Things to Do in Oahu, Hawaii
Here are my Top 10 Things to do in Oahu, Hawaii! Oahu is the most visited Hawaiian island and is overflowing with amazing things to do including beaches, food, temples, hikes. nature, markets, adventure, and so much more! So watch along as we go over some must-see places including Lanikai Beach, Ho'omaluhia, Waikiki, China Walls, 3 Peaks, and some places that are hidden gems (sort of). There are so many wonderful things to do here that I wasn't able to fit on this on my own list, so let me know your thoughts and own suggestions in the comments below!
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