"A perfect stop over destination." Honolulu by K.Knight

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Peaceful beaches. - Honolulu
Peaceful beaches.

Anne and I found that the beaches here offer far more than sunbathing and people watching. They’re ideal for all kinds of water sports including swimming, surfing, windsurfing, boogie boarding, snorkeling and fishing. Whether you, you’re fanily or friends are looking for high adventure on the waves, a romantic spot to watch the sunset, or a protected swimming area for the kids, we found that it is all nearby.

Pearl Harbour
An amazing memorial. - Honolulu

An amazing memorial.

A Hawaii Vacation is not complete without a Pearl Harbour Tour. Visitors must see one of the United States most historic memorials - USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbour.
It was early morning, December 7,1941. As the sun was just beginning to rise in Oahu, Hawaii, a fleet of Japanese naval air forces were taking off from their respective aircraft carriers in various locations in the Pacific Ocean. Just as many of the islanders were waking up for breakfast, it happened. The Japanese air fleet had arrived with a vengeance. No one was prepared for what was occurring. Pearl Harbor, the United States' center for military action in the Pacific Ocean, was almost completely destroyed. Anger toward the Japanese spread quickly throughout the entire country, and this anger led to the United States' entry into World War II.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Friendly people, great beaches, easy to get around & perfect weather.
  • Cons:Too many rip off tourist operators.
  • In a nutshell:A great stop over destination from Australia to the USA.
  • Last visit to Honolulu: Sep 1999
  • Intro Updated Dec 27, 2004
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East Coast Beach. - Honolulu East Coast beaches 2. Things to Do (13)

The east coast is a peaceful place that is a short drive from Waikiki Beach. There seems to be very little tourist... more travel advice

East coast beach. - Honolulu East coast beaches. Things to Do (13)

On the drive around the Island, we discovered that all the safe swimming beaches were located along the east coast or... more travel advice

A long wait. - Honolulu Have a Matsumoto's Shave Ice. Things to Do (13)

Haleiwa, is the North Shore's central town where there are interesting surf shops, dress boutiques, restaurants, art... more travel advice

Sunset Beach - Honolulu Visit the North Shore. Things to Do (13)

On our drive around the Island we visited the very laid back North Shore. As you can imagine there were all types of... more travel advice

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    Luchonda's Profile Photo
    Dec 21, 2006 at 2:24 AM

    I wish i was here for the X-mas period - relaxing on the beaches - greetz from rainy belgium

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    CandS's Profile Photo
    Jul 31, 2005 at 10:13 PM

    Nice page! It looks like such a beautiful place!! I can't wait to go!!!

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    Confucius's Profile Photo
    Apr 3, 2005 at 9:59 PM

    I worked 1 year as an interpreter aboard the Navatek, an Australian catamaran ship used for Honolulu Bay sunset dinner cruises. I'm glad to see you didn't get "ripped off" at Pearl Harbor.

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    airasia's Profile Photo
    Apr 3, 2005 at 9:47 PM

    Hi KK thanks for dropping by .Yes sir i did : ) It was my honeymoon too. And some say i went at the wrong time. GCoast is getting more & more expensive : (

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    Helga67's Profile Photo
    Feb 7, 2005 at 2:34 AM

    I love deserted beaches, I would surely love the east coast

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    Xemx's Profile Photo
    Dec 27, 2004 at 2:14 PM

    Hello!! It's MEEE again!! What a lovely way for your wife to spend her birthday...those beaches look beautiful and that Matsumoto Shave Ice sounds so yummy! Thanks Kev...the tips and pics are great. Anne from Malta :-)

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    BarbaraForza's Profile Photo
    Aug 23, 2004 at 11:36 PM

    I can't wait to read and see about it...there's a "connection" with my job around here...

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