"Keeweechic's Oahu" Oahu by keeweechic
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Named the 'The Gathering Place' which was in reference to meetings held by the various chiefs of Hawaii's then independent islands. This island became a mid-Pacific port of call in the early 18th century which eventually led to Oahu becoming named the capital of the Hawaiian islands. With the trade that was brought into the islands, came an assortment of races which were welcomed by the Polynesians and gave the 'gathering place' a new meaning. Oahu is quite a contrast with lush vegetation on the windward coast to a dryer landscape on the Honolulu side. White sandy beaches stretch for miles and deep clear waters are what Hawaii is known for. Often a stopover for a few days to break a long trip.
I first spent a week in Hawaii on my return from the UK. A year later after living in Singapore my partner and I had to spend 2 months living in Hawaii (business related) which of course was a hardship (not). It was unexpected and we were in between homes (Singapore and Melbourne). Our accommodation for these 2 months was in a hotel in Waikiki and all our meals were taken out. I must admit after about a month of this leisurely lifestyle, 'rock fever' as it is known, started to set in. This was what was referred to as feeling a little isolated out there on an island in the Pacific. It was November/December and the weather was quite a bit cooler than what people normally think of Hawaii as being. For 2 weeks it rained solid. However the opportunity to spend so much time there gave me the chance to do a few new things like parasailing and gliding. We also spent Thanksgiving weekend over on the Big Island and experienced the leadup to Christmas with all the decorations and street parades.
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There are miles and miles of idyllic, sandy beaches on all four of Oahu's shores which are deserted beaches during the week. The weekends are a little different.
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This is one of the most commonly seen trees in Hawaii. It has slender hanging roots which may become trunk-like. The... more travel advice
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Trying to plan a trip for next year. You have given some great ideas. Thanks bunches.
Wonderful page! Fantastic photos and information! It looks like paradise! Love the sunset shot! :o)
Sheraton Moana Surfrider and Flamingo are both Pink! That's a great heaven Keewee!
Now you've created the official VT road map to Oahu! Useful tips and fabulous photographs. Thank you KW! :)
Parasailing, gliding and I know you've been skydiving!! You daredevil, you! What a great experience to be able to spend two months on the Islands!
super page, wonderful info,love the travelouge`s, u in the Hangglider, must have been a cracker feeling
Another great page you have here, Kewee..Must be great spending 2 months in the Hawaiin Islands...
your pages on Hawaii are very good. What a pretty place Hanaumu Bay is. It will help me for my trip. Thank you.
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My dear Keewee your Hawaii Oahu pages are wonderful , they will be a great help in Feb 2003 when our daughter is getting married at the Hawaiien Hilton Village.
Looks like you made the most of your stay.