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Overlooking
the South Shore

4 INTRODUCTION

6 ISLAND MAP
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8 EXPLORE
10 Honolulu
15 Waikīkī
20 Windward Coast
24 North Shore
27 Central O‘ahu
—— 30 Leeward Coast

32 PLAY
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34 Land & Sky
36 Water
40 Family Adventures
41 Golf

42 DINE

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43 Local Grinds
44 Local Ingredients
45 Lū‘au

46 REFRESH
48 Romance
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50 DISCOVER
52 History
52 Culture
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62 Events & Festivals

64 RESOURCES
64 Essential O‘ahu
66 O‘ahu Directory

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t is called “The
Gathering Place.”
Their epic battles and deeds,
O‘ahu is an island of preserved in oli (chants) and
vibrant contrasts. From
the exuberance of mele (songs) form so much a
part of each island, and live
Waikīkī and Downtown
Honolulu to the quiet
towns sprinkled along the coastline, Hawai‘i’s
most populous island is a fusion of modern and
on as poetic testaments to
historic; of quiet hikes and explosive fireworks their leadership prowess.
shows, of renowned chefs and mom and pop
eateries. From its sleek shopping centers to
decades-old neighborhood general stores,
O‘ahu reveals the heart of Hawai‘i.
The unique culture of the island is deeply rooted in its history.
Centuries before Kamehameha, the great unifier of the Hawaiian
Islands, four ali‘i (chiefs) ruled their respective islands with absolute
authority. Cloaked in the plumage of native birds, the ruling class of
these islands were revered by their people and so celebrated that we
still honor them today, centuries after their bones have been secretly
laid to rest. Their epic battles and deeds, preserved in oli (chants)
and mele (songs) tell the origins of each island, and live on as poetic
testaments to their leadership prowess.
Kākuhihewa was the 15th ali‘i of O‘ahu, his life spanning from the
late 1500s into the 1600s. He was born at a place called Kūkaniloko,
a site where all of the highest chiefs of all the islands were born. This
site is still a place of great reverence for the Hawaiian people today. To
bring greater peace to the island, Kākuhihewa married the daughter
of his biggest rival, and O‘ahu celebrated generations of unity and
agricultural fertility because of his unparalleled leadership.
Each of the ruling chiefs of the islands of Hawai‘i promoted peace
and prosperity through unity. Their leadership and aloha for their people
and the ‘āina (land) will forever be a part of Hawai‘i’s fabric as long
as there are those who share their stories and continue their memory.
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VIBRANT CITIES, DYNAMIC DINING
AND SERENE SCENERY: O‘AHU WILL
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very experience you envision lives here.
Wake to the sound of waves against the sand
then jump into an ATV racing over mountain
trails. Walk through the luxury of a 19th-
century palace and pause at a centuries-old
heiau (temple). Taste fresh cacao pulp right
from a tree or the exotic dishes created from the island’s unique
ingredients in a world-class restaurant. Shop at the world’s
largest open-air shopping center or browse handcrafted art and
accessories at a farmers market. Whatever your passion, you’ll
discover it on O‘ahu.

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HONOL ULU

Honolulu hums with the

vitality of a capital city.
Historic landmarks bring
to life a modern city
culture, where fast-paced
modern businesses thrive
just minutes away from
stunning natural beauty.
History, art and culture
converge so you can
experience many facets
of Hawai‘i life in just
a few easily walkable
blocks.

Hawai‘i State Art Museum

The Hawai‘i State Art Museum
features works of art primarily
by artists with a connection to
Hawai‘i. Venture on an eclectic
journey through paintings,
sculptures, textile art and much
more. Admission is always free
including for monthly events.
Leave time for lunch at the café,
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Artizen by MW, a favorite spot for

downtown workers, and to find ‘IOLANI PALACE

original local art in the gallery

shop. www.sfca.hawaii.gov

Queen Emma ‘Iolani Palace

Summer Palace

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Hānaiakamalama, the secluded in the United States. King Kalākaua—an early adapter of new inventions
summer retreat for King and ideas—had electricity installed his palace nearly four years ahead
Kamehameha IV, Queen Emma of the White House.
and their son, Prince Albert, The palace, completed by Kalākaua in 1882, hosted grand balls and
remains a hidden gem. The international leaders until the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom
historic 1847 building, furnishings under his heir and sister, Queen Lili‘uokalani. Later, the building became
and regalia are remarkably the Capitol for the Republic of Hawai‘i, the Territory of Hawai‘i and the state of Hawai‘i
preserved. Travel back in time until the current State Capitol building was completed in 1969. It even served as the
to see how the family lived fictional home base for the original Hawai‘i Five-0. Explore once-hidden artifacts in
while learning about the family’s the palace galleries in the basement and check out the gift shop in the ‘Iolani Barracks
contributions to education, for unique souvenirs. Audio tours are also available. Visiting on a Friday? Stay for a
health care and culture. weekly public performance of the Royal Hawaiian Band. Founded in 1836 by King
www.daughtersofhawaii.org
Kamehameha III, this band has entertained Hawai‘i locals and visitors for more than
175 years. www.iolanipalace.org

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 Bishop Museum

Beautiful
Founded in 1889 as a repository
of royal collections to honor
the Kamehameha family, the
renowned Bernice Pauahi Bishop
Museum is now the state’s largest
museum. A visit offers a deep
with a Chance
dive into the cultures that created
the Islands’ rich past, a glimpse of Perfect
at the islands’ unique geology
and native animals in the family-
friendly science center, as well Things are warm and wonderful on the gracious
as a glimpse at the stars in the
side of Diamond Head. The Kahala is a secluded,
planetarium. Round out the visit
with a quick lunch of Hawaiian private world, only minutes from the excitement
food at a branch of the iconic
of Waikiki and all that Honolulu has to offer.
Highway Inn.
www.bishopmuseum.org No wonder experienced travelers who spend time
with us once choose to do so again.
Statue of King
Kamehameha I
King Kamehameha unified the
Hawaiian Islands under one rule
and is today honored with a
bronze statue across from ‘Iolani
Palace, fronting the Hawai‘i State
Supreme Court. On the Friday
closest to Kamehameha Day (June
11), firefighters drape the statue
with dozens of handmade 30-foot
fresh flower lei (flower garland).

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HONOL ULU

National Memorial Cemetery

of the Pacific
More than 54,000 military men
and women found their final resting
place at Pūowaina, the crater of a
long-extinct volcano. The dramatic
but peaceful setting of the federally
run cemetery includes memorials
to the missing and the unknown as
well as the remains of many famous
individuals. They include: astronaut
Ellison Onizuka, who died aboard the
Challenger; war hero and influential
U.S. Sen. Daniel Inouye; war
correspondent Ernie Pyle; and Donn
Beach, credited as an inventor of the
tiki bar at his Don the Beachcomber
restaurants.
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 King Kamehameha V Judiciary
History Center
The King Kamehameha V Judiciary
History Center takes visitors through
Hawai‘i’s unique legal history. Learn
about the evolution of Hawaiian legal
concepts, sit in a 1913 courtroom,
find out about life under martial law
during World War II and watch one
of the short films. The center is on the

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first floor of Ali‘iōlani Hale and is open
weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (excluding
holidays). Admission is free. EVENING IN CHINATOWN

Hawaiian Mission Houses

Historic Site & Archives Chinatown
View three original-framed houses By 1882, once their labor contracts expired, many of the Chinese immigrants who came
that were built in New England and to the islands to work on sugar plantations started their own businesses. They established
shipped to Hawai‘i in 1820. Learn
a bustling commercial district near Honolulu Harbor. Despite early trials that included
about the life and impact of Protestant
missionaries who settled here in an outbreak of bubonic plague and two major fires, the community continues to thrive
1821 in a guided tour or in a special alongside Honolulu’s financial district. During the day, chefs mingle with residents and
speakers series marking the houses’ visitors exploring the open markets for farm-fresh ingredients. Stroll to noodle shops, buy
200th anniversary this year. traditional herbal medicine, watch flower lei being made in vintage shops, visit temples
www.missionhouses.org
and see some of the state’s oldest commercial buildings. Arrive for dinner at an eclectic
mix of restaurants and stay for live music and lively bars.

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Kaka‘ako
Early Hawaiian accounts of Kaka‘ako NU‘UANU PALI LOOKOUT

describe a landscape dominated by sun

baked ponds that provided salt for blessing,
purifying, cooking and more. Eventually, the
Natural Selections
plains gave way to steel-frame warehouses, Even in urban Honolulu, natural beauty is
Quonset huts and concrete-block structures. never far away. Flowers bloom year-round,
rainbows leap from daily showers and views
But in a major revamp of the entire
of the ocean and mountains are always on
community, today’s Kaka‘ako has emerged as display.
a hub for artists, entrepreneurs and residents.
Young professionals walk their dogs and push Nu‘uanu Pali State Wayside
their strollers past the colorful murals updated (Pali Lookout)
annually as part of Pow! Wow! Hawai‘i Wind alert! Perched 3,000 feet above the O‘ahu
festival. Restaurants offer food ranging coastline, the Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout provides one
from traditional Hawaiian to high-end hot of the best views of the Ko‘olau cliffs. It’s also
the site of the epic battle of Nu‘uanu, where
dogs to fresh takes on Vietnamese. Explore
Kamehameha I completed his conquest of O‘ahu
local shops showcasing the chic Hawai‘i in 1795.
designers. Craft beer fans can enjoy—and
walk among—an impressive array of local Foster Botanical Garden
breweries. The 13-acre municipal garden provides a green
oasis at the edge of Downtown Honolulu. Stroll
through a world-class collection of orchids, palms,
rare native plants and much more including the
corpse flower, named for its pungent aroma.
Trivia alert: The garden inspired songwriter Joni
Mitchell’s mention of a “tree museum” in the song
“Big Yellow Taxi.”

Tantalus, Makiki
Stop at Pu‘u ‘Ualaka‘a State Park for stunning
views of the Honolulu skyline, surrounded by lush
rain forest, flowers and exotic fruit trees.

Lyon Arboretum
More than 5,000 plant species and 7 miles of
scenic hiking trails stretch over 193.5 acres of rain
forest. The Lyon Arboretum is the only university-
managed botanical garden in the U.S. located in
tropical rain forest terrain, and each year it hosts
over 50,000 guests, both visitors and volunteers,
for research, conservation and activities ranging
from yoga to cooking classes.
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Mānoa Heritage Center

The nonprofit that runs the Native Hawaiian
garden here and the historic home Kūali‘i, is
SALT AT KAKA‘AKO
committed to preserving the natural and cultural
history of Mānoa Valley. Call in advance to
schedule a guided tour.

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Dynamic and lively Waikīkī Discover the History Healing Stones, Kapaemāhū
showcases modern resort Experience the rich history of Waikīkī Four ancient pōhaku (stones),
through walking tours by Moana representing the island’s healing
amenities alongside local- Surfrider, A Westin Resort, Sheraton heritage, now reside at Kūhiō Beach
style relaxation. World class- Waikīkī’s Journey Through Historic Park, where a fence helps safeguard
hotels, vibrant nightlife, great Waikīkī and The Waikīkī Historic the artifact as healers of today
Trail. Follow the surfboard markers maintain the site and tell the stories
shopping and dining can all that trace the history and cultural behind the stones.
be found in the world-famous legacy of Waikīkī, as well as historic
destination. Searching for an statues of Hawai‘i’s royalty, including Duke Kahanamoku Statue
entertaining lū‘au? Waikīkī’s Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole
A bronze statue pays tribute to
and King Kalākaua.
got it. Want a surfing lesson Duke Kahanamoku, Hawai‘i’s first
Olympian who was once considered
at the birthplace of surfing? U.S. Army Museum the world’s greatest freestyle
Sure! Rather catch the view This museum, adjacent to Fort swimmer. He helped popularize
from a towel on a beach? DeRussy, features collections of surfing, worked as an actor and
war memorabilia and weaponry a sheriff and became a symbol of
That’s fine, too. With so many from ancient Hawai‘i to the Vietnam aloha around the world. “Duke’s
activities to try here, you War. Admission is free. OceanFest,” with a lineup of surfing
might not want to leave. www.hiarmymuseumsoc.org competitions (including tandem and
pet contests), is held in his honor
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Lē‘ahi
HIKE UP LĒ‘AHI
Centuries ago, Hawaiians named this
signature volcanic crater Lē‘ahi, “brow
of the tuna,” because of its shape. Later,
British sailors mistook the calcite minerals
on the slopes for diamonds, hence its
nickname “Diamond Head.”
Honolulu Zoo Kapi‘olani Park
Enjoy O‘ahu’s natural beauty from Located at the edge of Waikīkī, the city- Enjoy a morning walk or run through the
the peak of Lē‘ahi’s paved walk, with a run zoo is home to more than 900 animal 160 acres of green space named after
panoramic view of the south shore of the species from all over the world including Queen Kapi‘olani. Opened in 1877,
island. Grab comfortable walking shoes, a Sumatran tiger, zebras, elephants, the park once included a horse-racing
water and sunscreen for this gradual hike chimpanzees, orangutans and Galapagos track and cottages for the wealthy
up the 760-foot volcanic tuff cone (it’s Tortoises as well as native species found and influential. Visit on a Sunday or
extinct). The walk is about 1.6 miles round only in Hawai‘i. It’s open every day except Monday to join a free tai chi class or
trip. Gates open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 for Christmas. www.honoluluzoo.org find a starlit concert at the Waikīkī Shell
p.m., at which time visitors must be out of amphitheater. Year-round, the park
the park. hosts a plethora of events attracting
locals and visitors alike.

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Waikīkī Aquarium
Experience a fascinating look into our

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Seahorses, seadragons, jellyfish, reef
fish and more swim by as you learn
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Make sure to say howzit to Hō‘ailona, an
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summer, the aquarium’s concert series, Ke
Kani O Ke Kai, offers live music and an
opportunity to see the sea creatures after
dark. www.waikikiaquarium.org

Waikīkī Entertains
‘AHA‘AINA, ROYAL CELEBRATION
The Royal Hawaiian Hotel is home to this WAY MORE THAN A LŪ̒AU
dinner show, mai tais, oceanfront beauty
It’s the only island experience with 42 acres of endless adventure, food,
and Hawaiian music and dance.
www.royal-hawaiian.com/dining/ and entertainment. See our new show HUKI: A Canoe Celebration.
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Less than an hour from world-famous Byodo-in Temple, Hālona Point

Waikīkī, the Windward Coast of O‘ahu Valley of the Temples Check out the dramatic wave action
offers lush scenery, dramatic waterfall- Meditate or walk through the hushed at Hālona Blowhole from a viewing
halls of this replica of a 950-year- platform that’s still in the splash zone
carved mountains and some of the best but out of danger. Do not hike down.
old temple in Uji, Japan. It was
beaches on the island. The Windward established to commemorate the 100-
Coast invites visitors and residents to get year anniversary of the first Japanese Waimānalo Beach
out and explore the ocean, mountains immigrants who came to O‘ahu to Waimānalo Beach is among the
work in the sugar plantations and is
and trails of our island. Plan to hike, prettiest stretches of white-sand beach
open daily. Watch for wild peacocks on the island. Swim, pick up food
swim and kayak. And for golfers, wandering the grounds. for a family picnic and relax in the
spectacular courses await. tropical breeze with stunning Ko‘olau
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Back to Nature Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden

Fruits, flowers and trees native to Hawai‘i
Much of the Windward Side of O‘ahu resembles a and tropical regions around the world are
set against the dramatic Ko‘olau mountains
movie backdrop. Dive deeper into the rich plant life at this 400-acre conservancy in Kāne‘ohe.
Originally created by federal engineers
with visits to two different botanical gardens. Both to prevent floods, the garden provides an
are free and open daily except for Christmas and oasis for meditating, hiking, drawing and
painting. Saturdays, catch-and-release
New Year’s Day. fishing provides thrills for kids. Just bring
bread for bait, poles are provided.

Koko Crater Botanical Garden

Stand in a shower of plumeria or walk by
giant cacti in the serene setting of a volcanic
crater. The desertlike terrain hosts thousands
of flowering plants, with a special emphasis
on rare and endangered dry land plants.
A self-guided tour on the 2-mile loop path
takes about 1.5 hours. Bring water. Water
fountains are not available.

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Hawaiian legend has it that a mo‘o

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(lizard) challenged Hi‘iaka, sister to
the fire goddess Pele, who killed the
lizard and cast its tail into the bay.
Mokoli‘i (little lizard) Island stands
today as a reminder of this famous
myth. VIEW OF MOKOLI‘I
ISLAND FROM KUALOA
REGIONAL PARK

Sea Life Park

Visitors can swim with sea lions
and dolphins, feed sea turtles and
learn about penguins. The park
also rescues seabirds and hatches
hundreds of honu (green sea turtles)
to release into the ocean. For bigger
thrills, the park offers Ka Moana
Lū‘au and a shark diving experience
with different shark species native to
Hawai‘i.
www.sealifeparkhawaii.com

Paradise Bay Resort

Relax in your own cottage with a
private lānai (balcony) overlooking
Kāne‘ohe Bay or with a view of the
dramatic Ko‘olau mountains. The
resort on the windward side also
offers studios and suites.
www.paradisebayresort.com

Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline

& Makapu‘u Trail
Show up early with the whole family
on this hike along the 2-mile paved
(stroller friendly) roadway to see a
beautiful Hawaiian sunrise 500 feet
above sea level. Or spot migrating
humpback whales—November
through May—from a scenic lookout
point above the historic Makapu‘u.
Bring your own water bottles, hats
and sunscreen.

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NORTH S HOR E Seven miles of flawless beaches and stunning winter
swells draw spectators and the best surfers in the
world searching for the perfect wave. In the summer
months and a little beyond, the big waves subside and
beginners can surf, swim and snorkel on the iconic
North Shore. Away from the water, you’ll discover
quaint towns, wildlife preserves and your
one opportunity to ride horseback down the beach.
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Turtle Bay Kahuku Farms CLIMB Works Keana Gunstock Ranch

For a hotel and cottage Climb into a tractor-pulled Farms This family-owned working
experience far from crowds, wagon ride tour at this family- CLIMB Works Keana Farms ranch offers a mix of adventure
the Turtle Bay Resort overlooks owned farm. Or taste your was the first zipline tour on and eco-tour as well as O‘ahu’s
O‘ahu’s breathtaking North way through the café menu O‘ahu, designed to be equally first Hawaiian Legacy Forest,
Shore and is home to almost of grilled veggie pizza and entertaining, educating and an initiative to reforest parts
five miles of beachfront. panini, farm-fresh, smoothies motivating. The three-hour of the islands through planting
Explore nearby Kawela Bay and grilled banana bread, just guided tour takes participants endemic trees. Saddle up
or other secluded spots with yards from where the produce soaring over a working for a sunset horseback ride
tidepools, coves and long was grown. Shop local for agricultural farm nestled on a trail, jump into off-road
sandy stretches. Find your zen unique goodies to take home. between North Shore’s vehicles, or join hiking and
with sunset yoga, horseback www.kahukufarms.com walking tours. After you’ve
famous beaches and verdant
rides, golf or biking—or just mountains. www.climbworks. explored the area, learn some
head for the pool and hot tub. com/keana_farms history, give back by planting
www.turtlebayresort.com and dedicating a tree to a
loved one.
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Vintage town meets surfer haven in historic Hale‘iwa Town.
The best way to experience the plantation-era architecture,
quirky shops and local art galleries is slowly, on foot. No trip
is complete without a stop for shave ice. Be prepared to wait
in line for this beloved Hawai‘i frozen treat (the snow cone
is no comparison) in your choice of flavors such as mango,
liliko‘i (passionfruit) and, a local favorite, salty-sweet li hing.
Add ice cream and azuki (sweet red) bean for a creamy finish
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Waimea Ahupua‘a
In ancient Hawai‘i, the ahupua‘a is a division of land
stretching from top of the mountain down to the ocean.
Explore the ahupua‘a’s natural diversity at Waimea Valley,
an 1,800-acre rain forest with botanical gardens. The valley,
which is run by a native Hawaiian nonprofit, also serves as
a backdrop for Hawaiian culture: musicians, hula dancers,
lauhala weavers and other practitioners visit daily. Bring a
swimsuit for a dip in the swimming hole at the base of the
valley’s waterfall. www.waimeavalley.net
Across the highway, Waimea Bay’s expansive bay is a
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Every Day’s Polynesian Cultural

a Beach Day Center

Travel by canoe through the
cultures of six island nations
in one day. For more than 56
Each of the North Shore’s spectacular beaches offers
years, the Polynesian Cultural
unique views and experiences to those who take the Center has been showcasing
time to explore: the traditions, arts and music
of Polynesia and its people on
42 landscaped acres. Spend
the day exploring the villages
of Fiji, Hawai‘i, Aotearoa (New
Zealand), Samoa, Tahiti and
Tonga, then as the sun sets,
feast on island dishes as daring
fire-knife dancers light up the
evening. The spectacular show
Hā: Breath of Life, includes
more than a hundred people
performing a mix of Polynesian
dance and music.
www.polynesia.com

James Campbell National

Wildlife Refuge
If you’re visiting from October
to February, when endangered
Hawaiian waterbirds are NOT
breeding, you can take a free
one-to-two hour tour of one
of the few remaining natural
wetlands in the islands to see
native water birds, migratory
shorebirds and threatened honu
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(Hawaiian green sea turtles).

NORTH SHORE
Dillingham Airfield
Check out Dillingham Airfield to
go on a glider ride or skydiving
adventure high above the
Shark’s Cove, Mokulē‘ia Mālaekahana Sunset and
Wai‘anae Mountains.
Pūpūkea Beach Beach, Kahuku ‘Ehukai Beach
Beach Park This secluded beach Among the most In the winter months,
Experienced divers at the base of the beautiful camping you can watch Lili‘uokalani Protestant
come to explore Wai‘anae Range is spots on the island, big-wave surfing
Church
the most popular great for swimming Mālaekahana Beach at Sunset and
cave dives on and windsurfing in Park is a great place ‘Ehukai Beaches, Queen Lili‘uokalani herself
the island; in the the summer. to pitch a tent or with swells that worshipped at a wooden
summer, snorkelers rent a cabin nearby. tower 30 feet (and church that was built on the
and swimmers of all Both have views more!), along with banks of Hale‘iwa’s Anahulu
skill levels to poke of Moku‘auia, or the world’s premier River near her summer home.
around the large Goat Island, a bird surfing competitions, A lovely successor church
tide pool. sanctuary, just off including the Vans stands at the same site, named
shore. Triple Crown of in her honor. Until the 1940s,
Surfing. services there were conducted
in Hawaiian.

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CE NTRA L O‘AHU

Head north from Honolulu

to Central O‘ahu, where the
island’s plantation heritage
comes to life. The charming
More Beach.
More Pools.
historic towns that dot the
landscape between Honolulu
More Paradise.
and the North Shore provide
a glimpse of the agricultural
history and the many cultures
that worked together to
forge a unique island cultural
identity.

Wahiawā Botanical
Garden
Tucked away in one of the
coolest towns on O‘ahu, the
27-acre garden is home to
tropical plants that thrive in
more moderate temperatures.
The former experimental
arboretum of sugar planters is
now a serene tropical rainforest
where you can walk through a
bamboo thicket or relax on the
benches scattered among the WELCOME TO WAIKIKI THE WAY YOU’VE DREAMT IT.
garden’s many shady spots.
Waikiki’s widest stretch of sand Surf lessons, kids’ programs,
Dole Plantation & the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon hula lessons, and more
Dole’s garden displays all
Five unique swimming pools and Waikiki Starlight Luau® —
things pineapple from all over
the longest waterslide in Waikiki featuring four fire knife dancers
the world. Weave your way
through the Pineapple Garden Mandara Spa,* an exceptional Friday night fireworks spectacular
Maze, recognized by Guinness experience tailored to you
18 restaurants and lounges
World Records as the world’s
Live, nightly entertainment
largest plant maze, with nearly
2.5 miles of paths and 14,000
colorful plants. The Pineapple
Express train provides a 2-mile,
20-minute, fully narrated
tour that traces the history of For more information call
pineapple and agriculture in 1-800-HILTONS
Hawai‘i as you ride by some 1-808-949-4321
of the most beautiful scenery in
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USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL

Then, a short boat ride takes you to the

Pearl Harbor National Memorial USS Arizona Memorial, constructed atop
the sunken battleship as a memorial to
the 1,177 crewmen who lost their lives in
The attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, left O‘ahu scarred the attack. Also visit the USS Oklahoma
and its people in sorrow. Thousands were killed, hundreds Memorial, honoring the 429 crewmen
wounded and it drove the U.S. into World War II. Honor those who died aboard that ship.
who fought as well as those who worked to restore peace with Next, take the shuttle to the USS
Battleship Missouri Memorial, a living
a visit to this National Historic Landmark. Pearl Harbor is also
museum offering a glimpse into life on
home base of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, the world’s largest naval the historic “Mighty Mo.” Walk the deck,
command. We recommend beginning your journey at the Visitor then climb into the living quarters of this
Center with a walk through the USS Arizona Memorial Museum. 60,000-ton ship, to relive the other end of
A film including vintage newsreel footage from that somber day World War II history. This is where the
in Hawai‘i history sets the scene. documents ending the war were signed.
Don’t miss the Pearl Harbor Aviation
Museum, located in the battlefield hangars
at Pearl Harbor’s Ford Island. See
historic exhibits and actual fighter planes
and bombers and try the flight simulator.
Watch for open cockpit days when you
can climb into the pilot’s seat.

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PEARL HARBOR AVIATION MUSEUM

Another neighbor completes

the wartime experience: the USS
Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park,
a National Historic Landmark that
features the restored WWII sub
and tells the fascinating history of
underwater warfare. There is a “no-
bag” policy for each of the sites, but
lockers are available for a nominal
fee. A visit to Pearl Harbor is a deep
dive into history; multiday tours
are available for visitors to immerse
themselves in “a date which will live
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in infamy.” www.nps.gov/valr/
USS BOWFIN

S E E WA I K I K I
FROM A NEW PERSPECTIVE

At Prince Waikiki, the infinity pool merges

with a boundless ocean view. And with our
personalized service and stunning views of
the Pacific from every room, the weight of
everyday life will vanish into the horizon.

Find your escape at P R I N C E W A I K I K I . C O M

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Ko Olina Resort
Take a break from the fast pace
of Waikīkī and head west to Ko
Olina Resort. The consistently
The sunny Leeward Coast lies sunny weather here is great for
golfing, stand-up paddlers and
at the foot of the Wai‘anae folks just wanting to relax in
Mountains, whose tallest peak the sun. The shallow water and
measures over 4,000 feet. calm conditions at four man-
Some 30 miles from the hustle made lagoons are great for
families while the
of Waikīkī, the region is more Ko Olina Marina offers a home
rural, more residential and more for yachts and boats ready
remote. for an afternoon of fishing or
diving. Looking for some family
fun with a mix of Mickey Mouse
magic and Hawaiian culture?
Local storytellers share Hawai‘i
tales at Aulani, a Disney Resort
& Spa. (Listen for classic Disney
tunes sung in Hawaiian in
the elevators.) Nearby, the
five-star Four Seasons Resort
Oahu at Ko Olina offers world-
class dining and luxury spa
treatments. Other amenities
include the Ko Olina Golf Club,
shops and dining at Ko Olina
Station & Center including
Monkeypod Kitchen, Eggs
‘n Things and Pizza Corner.
www.koolina.com

Ka‘ena Point
Natural Area Reserve
The westernmost point of
O‘ahu is a rugged shoreline
remarkable for historic, physical
and cultural reasons. In ancient
times, it was known as a leina
a ka‘uhane, the leaping place
of souls, where the spirits of
the recently dead could be
reunited with their ancestors.
Now, people trek here for
the remote wild beauty of the
dunes, the native plants and
the protected birds that nest
in the sanctuary. Dogs are
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birds and eggs along the path.

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Hikers should beware of ocean
currents nearby, particularly in
the winter months.

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Check out the famous surfing
spot in Mākaha Beach, host
to several international surfing
championships.

Kalaeloa Heritage Park

The landscape of an ancient
community stands quietly in West
O‘ahu. Remains of coral structures
and stones are scattered through
the 77-acre park. The Kalaeloa
Heritage and Legacy Foundation
says more than 177 cultural sites
have been recorded there. Take
a guided tour to learn about the
local legends and history of the
area or join a monthly workday
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EXCITING TO IDYLLIC, THERE’S AN
ADVENTURE FOR EVERYONE.

O
‘ahu offers everything from pulse-
pounding adventures to laid-back
recreation. You can go sky-diving
on the North Shore or watch the
sunset during a horseback ride on the
Windward side. Take a surf lesson
in Waikīkī, where there’s a wave for
every skill level, and watch world-famous pros charge
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the surf on the North Shore. O‘ahu may be the most

metropolitan of the islands, but it’s also home to the
most hiking trails near the urban core, which means you
can leave town for a hike into a forest and end the day
with an ‘ono (delicious) dinner created with ingredients
from nearby farms.

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MĀNOA FALLS

Bike
Hike Honolulu’s new bike-share
program, Biki, makes it easy to
Take a hike? With pleasure. One of the where you might glimpse whales in the get around the city, from Lē‘ahi to
island’s most accessible treks is to the winter months, or to the more challenging downtown. For mountain biking
crest of Lē‘ahi, or Diamond Head. You’ll ‘Aiea Loop Trail, which boasts mountain
adventures, companies including
Bike Hawaii trek to private trails on
pass through World War II fortifications views. Visit the Hawai‘i State Department
before reaching the 760-foot summit of Land and Natural Resources website the North Shore.
and a breathtaking view of Waikīkī, (www.dlnr.hawaii.gov/recreation/nah)
Honolulu, the southern coast and the blue for more recommended trails on O‘ahu.
Pacific. Arrive early to beat the heat and If you prefer a guided hike, options
crowds. Close to Waikīkī you can walk include Hawaii Forest & Trail. The group’s
through a rain forest to Mānoa Falls, Farm and Forest tour takes you to MA‘O
while high above Honolulu, Round Top Organic Farms—a unique agricultural
Forest Reserve is a great place to watch operation that helps O‘ahu’s underserved
the sunset as the city lights illuminate youth go to college—then up a ridgetop
the night. During the day, venture a little hike.
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Horseback riding trails North Shore is indescribable.
throughout O‘ahu take riders Companies including Skydive
Hawaii operate tandem
of all levels of experience (and
ages) up close to mountain skydiving from Dillingham
scenery and panoramic coastal Airfield, a deactivated Air
views. Riding areas include Force base on the North Shore.
Kualoa Ranch Private Nature
Reserve in Windward O‘ahu Scenic Flights
and Gunstock Ranch and The From a small airplane,
Stables at Turtle Bay Resort on seaplane or helicopter, see
the North Shore. Sorry, beach the island from a higher
riding is not allowed, except at perspective, giving a glimpse
the Turtle Bay Resort. into otherwise inaccessible
parts of O‘ahu. Engine-less
Skydive glider and sailplanes, though
The first step is the most more limited in range, offer a
difficult. But once the parachute quieter, more peaceful flight.
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opens and your heart stops During the winter, you may
pounding, the absolute even spot whales from above.
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Surfing Waikīkī abounds with surf reefs and give you directions which despite its name is a
Since Native Hawaiians of schools ready to get you up to a popular sandbar, a stretch snorkel-friendly spot in the
the 1700s took to the waves and riding. of white sand in the middle of calmer waters of the summer.
on slabs of wood, papa the bay. Also, many boats will take you
he‘e nalu, surfing has been Kayak and SUP just beyond the Waikīkī surf
ingrained in Hawai‘i life. If you prefer calmer waters, Snorkel to glimpse turtles and schools
Dawn patrollers hit the water of fish.
grab a paddle and a kayak There are hundreds of
before the sun rises. O‘ahu or stand-up paddle board and snorkeling sites around the
is the biggest surf destination head to the calm Anahulu islands with fascinating Dive
of all the Hawaiian Islands, Stream, or rent equipment from underwater life. All you Outfits like Dive Oahu & Surf
offering an ocean playground companies including Holokai really need is goggles, but a go to sites that include a
for all levels. During the winter Kayak & Snorkel at He‘eia snorkel, mask and flippers are Corsair that crashed during
months, mountains of water State Park on the Windward helpful. One of our favorite a 1948 training exercise
up to 50 feet high rise up on Side to explore Kāne‘ohe Bay. spots include Shark’s Cove at and the final resting place
the North Shore; meanwhile The staff will point out the best Pūpūkea on the North Shore, of the Sea Tiger, home to

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Take a journey to a place where cultural traditions of our ancestors are

celebrated with aloha and excitement.
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Java moray eels, rays and white

tip reef sharks. Other popular
dives take you to ‘Ewa Pinnacles,
composed of large underwater
lava formations up to 60 feet
tall, where sharks and turtles are
common.

Cruise
Take a mellow sunset sail,
Spread Out and Settle In
complete with cocktails and local Make yourself at home at Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club in a
beers. Various companies offer the
well-appointed 1-, 2- or 3-bedroom villa with a fully equipped
scenic trips. Holokai Catamaran
takes riders practically under the kitchen, and a spacious living and dining area. Or choose a deluxe
Hilton Hawaiian fireworks that are guestroom with kitchenette. Exploring our resort, you’ll discover
launched every Friday. During the a piece of paradise with amenities to please the entire family.
winter, whale-watching cruises are
a great way to acquaint yourself M VC R E N TA L S .CO M
with the majestic creatures. Glass- 8 0 0 -V I L L A S -9
bottom boats and submarines
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Fish for deep sea tuna, blue marlin, wahoo

or mahimahi while enjoying the blue waters
Beaches
off O‘ahu. Most fishing charters leave With 112 miles of sandy shoreline, O‘ahu has a beach for everyone,
from Kewalo Basin on the south shore or whether you’re looking for high adventure on the waves, romantic sunsets or a
Wai‘anae Boat Harbor on the West Side, protected, family-friendly swimming spot.
and take only a handful of people on each While you may be familiar with the ever-popular Waikīkī Beach, you’ll
trip, ensuring a personalized experience, discover beaches around the island with personalities all their own. The south
and with a little luck, a great catch. shore’s sheltered beaches and the windward coast, a favorite destination
among windsurfers. The North Shore is world-renowned for winter surf and
long stretches of white sand, while the leeward coast has great beaches for
spotting dolphins in the summer months and also sees its share of big waves
in the winter.
Remember to pack reef-safe sunscreen. Coral-reef harming ingredients
oxybenzone and octinoxate will be banned in Hawai‘i in 2021. Go to
www.hawaiibeachsafety.com for the latest conditions and warnings. But it is
still a good idea to check with a lifeguard for any other hazards before diving
in. It is not recommended you swim where lifeguards are not posted.
Take a look at the guide below for information on parking, amenities and
more:

BEACH ACTIVITIES AMENITIES RATING DETAILS

NORTH SHORE
‘EHUKAI BEACH & bodysurfing, bodyboarding, parking, picnic tables, restrooms, Known as the Banzai Pipeline because of the massive tubes that form from the curling
BANZAI PIPELINE fishing, surfing showers waves. The most famous surf spot on the North Shore.

KAWELA BAY fishing, snorkeling, surfing, swimming no public amenities Kawela Bay is the most protected bay on O‘ahu’s North Shore. Reefs outside the bay
diffuse high surf during the winter months leaving the near shore waters calm.

SUNSET BEACH fishing, surfing, swimming parking, restroom, showers Considered one of the longest stretches of rideable surf in the world. The wide sandy
beach provides families a great place to play in the sand!

TURTLE BAY bodyboarding, fishing, surfing parking The bay offers excellent snorkeling with little current movement. Occasionally,
you can see turtles popping their heads out of the water.

WAIMEA BAY bodyboarding, surfing, parking, picnic tables, Famous for 30-foot waves in the winter, but calm during the summer months
snorkeling, swimming, fishing restrooms, showers allowing for excellent water fun.

SOUTH SHORE
ALA MOANA BEACH swimming, surfing, bodyboarding lifeguards, picnic tables, showers, This is a beautiful 76-acre park located along the south shore, just west of the famous
concession stands, restrooms, phones, Waikīkī Beach area.
parking, BBQ grills
HANAUMA BAY scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming concession stands, showers, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is one of the most popular snorkeling sites in Hawai‘i.
parking, picnic tables, restrooms A narrow beach about 2,000-feet long lines the bay. Closed Tuesday.

WAIKĪKĪ BEACH swimming, bodyboarding, surfing, lifeguards, picnic tables, rentals, conces- One of the most famous beaches in the world. The two-mile stretch of white-sand coast is
outrigger canoeing sion stands, restrooms, showers, phones fronted by hotels and visitor facilities.

WINDWARD OR EAST SHORE

= Advanced

KAILUA BEACH PARK boating, fishing, scuba diving, parking, restrooms, picnic tables, This beautiful beach lies between Alāla and Kapoho Points. It includes a public boat
snorkeling, surfing, swimming showers ramp in the lee of Alāla Point and is the center of windsurfing on O‘ahu.

KUALOA REGIONAL swimming, kayaking, fishing picnic tables, BBQ, restrooms, Never crowded, this is the perfect site to just enjoy a relaxing day at the beach.
PARK showers, phones The water is calm and warm and the location beautiful.

MAKAPU‘U BEACH bodysurfing, bodyboarding, fishing parking, picnic tables, restrooms, Makapu‘u Point, the easternmost point on O‘ahu, is the site of the Makapu‘u
showers Lighthouse and a popular bodyboarding beach for the locals.

SANDY BEACH PARK bodysurfing, bodyboarding, fishing, lifeguards, parking, picnic tables, Sandy Beach lies at the base of Koko Crater. Its famous waves are considered
= Moderate

swimming restrooms, showers one of the best bodyboarding sites in Hawai‘i.

WAIMĀNALO BEACH bodysurfing, bodyboarding, fishing, parking, picnic tables, restrooms, Waimānalo Beach Park is a 38-acre park. The beach fronting the park is wide and
PARK swimming showers sandy, providing good conditions for sunbathing and swimming.

LEEWARD OR WEST SHORE

KO OLINA RESORT & boating, fishing, scuba diving, parking, restrooms, showers The Ko Olina Lagoons are open to the public and include public parking.
MARINA snorkeling, surfing, swimming The marina facilities include slips, a fuel dock, trailer parking and a public ramp.

MĀKAHA BEACH fishing, scuba diving, surfing, parking, restrooms, showers Famous worldwide for its surfing waves, in winter waves are up to 25 feet. When
= Easy

swimming the ocean is calm this is one of O‘ahu most popular dive sites.

YOKOHAMA BEACH snorkeling, diving, swimming, restrooms, lifeguard at park entrance This is the last sandy stretch of shore on the northwest coast of O‘ahu.
shore fishing, picnicking Also known as Keawa‘ula Beach or Puau Beach.

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Rooted
Tom Pōhaku Stone is obsessed with reviving and
perpetuating lost aspects of Hawaiian culture, like
perfecting the art of crafting papa he‘e nalu (surfboards)
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Play Atlantis Submarines up a scavenger hunt map, then
Descend for an up-close glimpse follow the clues through the
small hedge maze, fragrant rose
FAMIL Y AD VENTUR ES at the world under the water.
garden and children’s garden
Spot colorful fish, eel, honu
(Hawaiian green sea turtle) and with animal-themed plants, a
sharks as they slip into and out boardwalk, butterfly garden
of sunken ships and planes. tunnel and Native Hawaiian
O‘ahu offers adventures www.atlantisadventures.com/ trees.
for all ages, from little submarines
Polynesian Cultural Center
thrill-seekers to big nature Bishop Museum Six villages representing six
enthusiasts. Walk through a volcano, island nations all offer hands-on
identify native birds and look activities for kids. Save an
up at the stars. Kids will love the entire day to go fishing, play
interactive activities in the Richard traditional games and watch
T. Mamiya Science Adventure a boat parade. The adjoining
Center, the planetarium shows, Hukilau Marketplace is home
the Native Hawaiian garden and to restaurants and shops so you
the wealth of local books and won’t need to go far for
keiki items in the gift shop. lunch and a souvenir.
www.bishopmuseum.org www.polynesia.com

Coral Crater Sea Life Park

Families can swim with dolphins,
Adventure Park sea lions and even sharks. Visit a
Zipline, navigate a ropes course, wholphin (part false killer whale,
ride an ATV or fly 40 feet out into part dolphin) and penguins, feed
the air on a giant swing. Some turtles and the curious birds in
tours let you soar into the sunset the aviary, learn how the park
on the West Side, then stop for rescues birds and hatches honu
a round of s’mores around a and stay for the fire-blazing
campfire. www.coralcrater.com Ka Moana Lū‘au. Rental
strollers are available.
Hawaiian Railway Society www.sealifeparkhawaii.com
The ‘Ewa nonprofit preserves
trains from O‘ahu’s plantation Waikīkī Aquarium
past and offers narrated weekend The aquarium is home to
rides. Saturday 3 p.m. trips 3,500 ocean creatures.
include a stop for ice cream. Miniature seahorses (and their
Tickets are first come, first served, babies, too, if you come at the
so arrive early. Keiki can climb right time) swim along with
in historic locomotives, buy a graceful jellyfish, endangered
train whistle, or play in the (air- Hawaiian monk seals, he‘e
conditioned) toy train museum. (Hawaiian day octopus),
seadragons and sharks. Bring
Honolulu Zoo lunch; The aquarium does not sell
Among endangered elephants, food, but it does have a grassy
tigers and Komodo dragons at lawn for a picnic
this 42-acre zoo, watch for wild and running around.
peacocks wandering around. www.waikikiaquarium.org
Stop to pet baby goats and crawl
through a tunnel surrounded by Wet’n’Wild Hawaii
swimming koi in the Keiki Zoo. Cool off at this water playground
TOR JOHNSON

Twilight Tours take place after in West O‘ahu. Courageous kids

closing, when it is cooler and can fly 50 feet in the air in the
HONOLULU ZOO
nocturnal animals come out to Tornado while younger ones
play. www.honoluluzoo.org can splash in fountains and fire
water cannons in the 20,000
O‘ahu Urban square-foot Water World Kids
Garden Center Playground. Watch for evening
This free 30-acre garden in Pearl movie events when the park
WAIKĪKĪ AQUARIUM
City is run by the University of stays open later.
Hawai‘i Mānoa and is rarely www.wetnwildhawaii.com
busy. Stop by the office to pick

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Local favorites
include kālua pig,
laulau, pipikaula,
sweet potato, lomi
salmon and a variety
of poke.
LEAH FRIEL

O
ne of the best ways to experience O‘ahu is through its While on O‘ahu, look for
food. Waves of immigrants have left their imprint on how Ocean Friendly Restaurants,
we eat, from the first Polynesian settlers to the whalers and businesses that reduce plastic
missionaries to the plantation workers from Japan, China, waste and implement ocean-
the Philippines, Portugal and other countries. O‘ahu, as friendly practices. www.
the most cosmopolitan of the Hawaiian Islands, is also oceanfriendlyrestaurantshawaii.
home to a great diversity of cuisines and contemporary org/oahu.php
flavors. It’s the only place in the world where you’ll find shrimp trucks
wafting aromas of butter and garlic, hole-in-the-wall restaurants dishing Here are some other ways
out food based on Native Hawaiian diets, seafood restaurants on the pier to taste the unique flavors of
blending soy sauce with beurre blanc, and some of the best Japanese food O‘ahu.
outside of Japan.

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SALT at Our Kaka‘ako, is a kimchee (salted and fermented
Local
mixed-use space consisting of vegetables). www.tonsuke. Grinds
mainly of local retailers and com/eomusubiya
restaurants—you’ll find one of
the largest collections of bottled Craft beer is booming with local Taste some of Hawai‘i’s favorite
beers on the island, locally- breweries infusing Hawai‘i’s ‘ono (delicious) foods.
grown and made chocolate, fruit, including mango and
and Japanese-inspired plate pitaya, into their creations. HAUPIA: coconut pudding. You’ll find
Kona Brewing Co.’s waterfront
haupia everything, from pie to ice cream,
lunches (to name just a few).
location in Hawai‘i Kai makes it though in its most traditional form, the
Don’t miss the family and pet-
texture is somewhere between pudding
friendly Pa‘akai Marketplace, a perfect pau hana (after work/
and gelatin.
the third Friday and Saturday of happy hour) spot. The beers
each month. on tap, from Hula Hefeweizen
KĀLUA PIG: pork wrapped in ti leaves and
to Pipeline Porter are brewed
cooked in an imu (underground oven).
At the Honolulu Coffee onsite to pair with the menu of Get it in a Hawaiian plate lunch (it’s
Experience Center, learn more hamburgers, sandwiches and especially good with lomi salmon and poi),
about Kona coffee from farm pizza. www.konabrewingco. or find modern interpretations such as
to cup. The Cupping Lab com kālua pig hash for brunch.
features glass windows with
views into roasting and tasting For a taste of contemporary LAULAU: pork (and sometimes chicken
research, as well as a vintage Hawai‘i, visit Roy’s Waikīkī. and salted fish) wrapped in taro and ti
1944 Probat-UG22 coffee The restaurant’s namesake, Roy leaves and steamed. Each package has
roaster. The gift shop carries the Yamaguchi, was one of the to be wrapped by hand, making this a
company’s full line of coffees, pioneers of Hawai‘i Regional particularly special treat.
local honey and spices. Cuisine, a movement that
www.honolulucoffee.com began in 1991. It turned away LOCO MOCO: hamburger patty on rice,
from the continental cuisine and covered in gravy, and topped with sunny
Island Vintage Coffee in imported ingredients popular at side up eggs (or however you like your
Waikīkī and Hale‘iwa offers the time in favor of the flavors eggs). This favorite local comfort food is
locally grown cups of joe and ingredients found in the especially good after a surf session.
alongside super-fresh poke Islands. Taste classics like the
misoyaki butterfish and newer PIPIKAULA: dried and salted beef
bowls and shave ice doused
creations like bubu arare- (rice developed by Hawaiian paniolo (cowboys)
in real fruit syrups. Browse its
in the 19th century.
shelves for packaged beans as cracker) crusted scallops. Roy’s
well as green tea, grown and Waikīkī, is also one of the few
POI: mashed taro root. Poi is a staple of
processed in small batches restaurants to offer a vegan
the Hawaiian diet and is pounded on a
on Hawai‘i Island. tasting menu.
wooden board with a stone pestle. Right
www.islandvintagecoffee.com www.royyamaguchi.com
off the board, it’s called pa‘i‘ai, thick
and sticky. Even poi skeptics usually
The Honolulu Fish Auction is the Hula Grill Waikīkī’s dining love pa‘i‘ai, which is slightly sweet like
only fresh tuna auction in the room facing Waikīkī Beach’s mochi, so make sure to try this if you
U.S., and if you don’t feel like turquoise waters is a main get the chance.
getting up at 5 a.m. to see it draw, as is its brunch menu,
in action, the next best thing is with banana macnut pancakes, POKE: seasoned, cubed raw fish. Poke may
to eat at Nico’s at Pier 38, just strawberry mochi waffles and a have taken the rest of the world by storm,
steps away. You’ll find furikake- bao bun Benedict topped with but there’s still no better place to eat it
seared ‘ahi plates, and in the kālua pig. than in Hawai‘i.
market next door, smoked fish www.hulagrillwaikiki.com
and poke sold by the pound
to take on a picnic. Malasadas originated in
www.nicospier38.com Portugal, but today, the fried
dough is associated more
SPAM© musubi is an island with Hawai‘i. No place is
staple. Try it at Musubi Café more famous for them than
HEATHER GOODMAN

Iyasume. Twenty-three varieties Leonard’s Bakery on

are made fresh throughout Kapahulu Boulevard which
the day, including SPAM©, opened in 1953. Malasadas
bacon and egg; SPAM©, are fried to order—try it dusted
unagi (freshwater eel), shiso with li hing, a salty-sour-sweet
and egg; and SPAM© and powder made of dried plums.

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JOHN HOOK

Local Ingredients Kahuku Farms grows apple bananas transitioning from homelessness.
(slightly tart and smaller than your Support the nonprofit while filling
Here’s a look at a few usual banana), papayas and even vanilla your belly at the garden café, which
of the farms that sup- beans. Visit the farm for a tractor ride offers salads, stirfries and curries made
through its fields and make sure to with produce harvested from the fields.
ply some of O‘ahu’s best stop at the farm café for a tropical www.kahumana.org
restaurants, and how to fruit smoothie and grilled banana
bread topped with ice cream, caramel Hawai‘i is the only state in the country
taste the fresh fare for and haupia (coconut pudding) sauce. that grows cacao—where chocolate
yourself. www.kahukufarms.com comes from—commercially, and
Waialua Estate Chocolate was one of
Kahumana Organic Farms and Café in the pioneers. Public tours at the North
Wai‘anae is a biodynamic farm that also Shore farm are not available, but you
serves as a training center for youth, can buy bars at the Dole Plantation
people with disabilities and families in Wahiawā. www.waialuaestate.com

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O‘ahu is home to some of
Hawai‘i’s most acclaimed culinary
events and festivals, including the
Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival
in October. Celebrity chefs
from around the world convene
here once a year to offer dishes
incorporating Hawai‘i-grown
meats, seafood and produce,
everything from North Shore
chocolate to Windward oysters.
See pages 62 and 63 for a
complete list of O‘ahu’s events
and festivals.

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CACAO PLANTS Lū‘au
You can’t visit Hawai‘i and not
go to a lū‘au. Expect a lively
celebration with food and
entertainment that often includes
everything from hula to Samoan
fire-knife dancing. Performances
tell stories from Hawaiian and
other Island cultures. You’ll
find traditional dishes like kālua
pig, poke and poi. (See p. 43 for
a glossary of local foods.) Our
suggestions include:

Ali‘i Lū‘au at the Polynesian

Cultural Center
www.polynesia.com/dining_and_
luau.html

Diamond Head Lū‘au

www.diamondheadbeachluau.
TOR JOHNSON

com

Germaine’s Lū‘au
www.germainesluau.com

Ka Moana Lū‘au
www.moanaluau.com

Ka Wa‘a, A Lū‘au
www.disneyaulani.com/activities/
luau

Paradise Cove Lū‘au

www.paradisecove.com

Royal Hawaiian Lū‘au -

‘Aha‘aina
www.royal-hawaiian.com/dining/
ahaaina

Waikīkī Starlight Lū‘au

JOHN HOOK

www.hiltonhawaiianvillage.com/
waikiki-starlight-luau

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R E F R E S H
EMBRACE THE BEAUTY OF THE ISLAND IN ALL ITS FORMS
F
rom the moment you
inhale the fresh scent of
plumeria flowers, you’ll
feel at home on O‘ahu.
Let the rhythm of the
waves lull you during an
oceanside massage. Sip
cocktails at sunset as streaks of orange, pink
and purple paint the skies. Taste foods sourced
straight from the land and surrounding sea in
dishes elevated by innovative chefs. End your
day alongside seasoned stargazers who point
out the brilliant constellations that light up
the night skies.

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ROMANCE
Expert Wedding Planning
O‘ahu’s highly experienced wedding consultants will handle all aspects of your
O‘ahu is the ultimate destination wedding and honeymoon: travel reservations, site selection, menus,
caterers, photography, videography, music, florists (don’t forget a lei for one another,
destination wedding the symbol of aloha), rehearsal dinner, hair and makeup and guest activities.
and honeymoon
haven offering the Idyllic Settings
romance of a tropical Few destinations match the diversity of O‘ahu’s backdrops. Exchange vows on the
isle, a sexy and cool beach and enjoy a stylish reception in the heart of Waikīkī. Opt for a resort on the
quiet western side or on the artsy North Shore. Consider a private garden estate,
city vibe, and the a botanical garden or a plantation garden. A grand Honolulu cathedral, a historic
enchanting Hawai‘i Hawaiian church, an oceanfront estate and a picturesque seaside chapel are all
culture. available.
JOHN HOOK

DOCK NEAR KO‘OLAU RANGE

Island Experiences Like No Other Heavenly Honeymoons Marriage License

Experience O‘ahu’s tropical surroundings Your honeymoon starts right away on A marriage license agent for the state of
and welcoming Hawaiian culture. Pre O‘ahu. Kayak Kāne‘ohe Bay and hike a Hawai‘i will issue your license. The couple
wedding festivities might include dinner tropical rain forest. Soar over the North must be present when the license is issued
at a world-class restaurant or a beachside Shore on a glider and enjoy the adrenaline and both must be at least 18 years old.
lū‘au. Plan a private museum tour, hula rush as your catamaran skims across the There is no waiting period, no residency
lessons, only-in-Hawai‘i spa treatments and waves off Waikīkī. Bliss out with a couple’s requirement and no mandortory blood tests
golf outings. spa treatment and a secluded dinner for or shots. The license is good for 30 days
two at a private estate. and the fee is $65. For more information
on Hawai‘i marriage licenses, call 808-
586-4544 or visit www.health.hawaii.
gov/vitalrecords/marriage-licenses.

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Spa Treatments
of O‘ahu
Let your vacation to O‘ahu
nourish your body, soul
and spirit. Here, the finest
of traditional and modern
healing techniques are
combined, from Hawaiian
spirituality to the diversity
of Eastern and Western
philosophies. A relaxing
vacation to our island
wouldn’t be complete
without at least one of these
spa treatments:

Facials and Masques

Local ingredients like
seaweed, papaya, ti leaf,

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honey, ginger, coffee and poi
are used to renew, rejuvenate
and stimulate circulation.

Lomilomi (Massage)
Pamper yourself with this
traditional form of Hawaiian
massage, which employs
broad, flowing, rhythmic
Publication:
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stimulate circulation.

Shiatsu
This traditional Japanese
massage uses finger pressure
to loosen tight muscles.

Swedish Massage
Long, kneading, circular
massage strokes are used to
reduce tension.

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D I S C O V E R
UNEARTH TRADITIONAL TALES
OF O‘AHU HISTORY AND THE
ISLAND’S RICH CULTURE.
HEATHER GOODMAN

TOM PŌHAKU STONE, CULTURAL PRACTITIONER IN

THE SPORT OF HE‘E HŌLUA (LAND SLEDDING).
SEE HIS STORY AT WWW.GOHAWAII.COM/HAWAII-
R O O T E D / T O M - P O H A K U- S T O N E
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A
s you experience the island,
you’ll discover the heritage
woven through every facet of
modern life. Step into sacred
Hawaiian heiau (temples) and
Buddhist places of worship.
Learn the importance of every
hula movement and how Hawaiian music evolved

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from storytelling. Even the flavors, scents and sights
of a traditional lū‘au are packed with cultural meaning
stemming from centuries-old traditions.
 Discover Discover
HIS TORY C U L TURE

Early Discoverers monarch of Hawai‘i. Over the Whether you’re in-

Early Polynesian voyagers next century, the Islands’ kings terested in contem-
and queens each added to the
crossed the ocean with only food,
vibrant traditions of Hawaiian porary street art
plants, animals and knowledge
of ocean navigation based on culture. Their contributions are or native Hawaiian
the stars. (To see how they visible today at ‘Iolani Palace and traditions, museums
other historic landmarks.
navigated, visit the planetarium or live performanc-
at the Bishop Museum.) Upon
arrival to the Hawaiian Islands, Missionaries es, you’ll find plenty
these Polynesians developed a In 1819, the American Board of opportunities to
new culture while maintaining of Commissioners for Foreign immerse yourself
the social and political structure Missions agreed to expand its in O‘ahu’s arts and
of their home. The islands were work to the Hawaiian Islands.
divided into small kingdoms, A missionary party landed in culture.
each ruled by its own high chief Honolulu on April 19, 1820
who received guidance from and was quickly accepted by the Bishop Museum
a council of ali‘i (chiefs) and a Hawaiian ali‘i. They worked with The world’s largest collection
kahuna (high priest). Those with Native Hawaiians to introduce of Hawaiian and Pacific cultural
power were distinguished from Christianity, to develop a artifacts are housed here. View
the maka‘āinana (commoners) written language, public the history of the islands and the
through stringent kapu (taboos, education, western medicine people who have made their
rules). and representative government. homes here in the Hawaiian Hall,
Learn about this history at walk through a volcano in the
Hawaiian Mission Houses. Science Adventure Center, see the
kāhili (feather standards) of the
Plantations ali‘i and learn how to navigate by

DAEJA FALLAS
Agriculture strongly impacted the stars. Check the calendar for
the Islands’ political and social traditional arts workshops with
structure and contributed to the cultural practitioners.
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www.bishopmuseum.org
diverse population seen today.
Plantation owners imported
workers from China, Japan, the Hawai‘i State Art Museum
Philippines, Portugal, Korea and The Hawai‘i State Art Museum
Captain Cook Puerto Rico, and many of them (HiSAM) is dedicated to exhibiting
In 1778, the lives of the Hawaiian settled permanently. You can see and interpreting the art and culture
people were forever changed their traditions today in local of Hawai‘i. Visit the three galleries
upon the arrival of Captain James island culture (and cuisine). For a and don’t miss the sculpture garden
Cook. Captain Cook stumbled taste, see p. 42. on the ground floor, where a
upon the islands while searching swimming pool and bleachers has
for the Northwest Passage Statehood been transformed into an urban
and called them the Sandwich The Hawaiian Islands played a oasis. The museum shop features
Islands for his patron, the Earl of strategic role as a U.S. military artwork and gifts made by local
Sandwich. command center; they were artists—many of the items are only
illegally annexed in 1898 and found here. On First Fridays, the
Hawaiian Monarchy became a U.S. Territory in 1900. galleries are open until 9 p.m. and
Almost simultaneously, Hawai‘i became the 50th state in there’s live entertainment on the
the islands’ ali‘i battled for the U.S. on August 21, 1959. lawn. www.sfca.hawaii.gov
supremacy and, in a series
of decisive battles, King
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Downtown and First Fridays Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design
On the first Friday of each month, check Take a guided tour (available through the Honolulu Museum of
out live music, film screenings and art Art) of Doris Duke’s extensive collection of Islamic art in her
exhibitions at Downtown Honolulu’s bars former home, Shangri La, while enjoying expansive views of
and lounges. Art galleries stay open later the Pacific Ocean and Lē‘ahi, or Diamond Head. Spaces fill up
and often debut new exhibitions. quickly. So book your tour weeks in advance.
www.chinatownhonolulu.com

Hawaiian Mission Houses

Honolulu Museum of Art Walk into some of the oldest constructed homes in Hawai‘i.
Recognized for its vast collections of Asian, Missionaries built the houses 200 years ago as community
American and European art, the Honolulu centers. Today, you can take guided tours focusing on the
Museum of Art consists of six garden relationships between missionaries and Native Hawaiians,
courtyards surrounding the 30 galleries. history and architecture. Special events offer live music,
Every third Sunday, admission is waived storytelling and 19th-century family activities.
and there are hands-on arts activities for www.missionhouses.org
kids. Movie buff? Check the schedule for
the museum’s Doris Duke Theatre, which
shows independent films and hosts a surf
film festival and Filipino film festival,
among others. www.honolulumuseum.org

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CUL TURE

POW! WOW! Hawai‘i

Every February, more than 50
local and global artists, which
have included Shepard Fairey and
Kozyndan, come to Kaka‘ako to
turn the area into a vibrant gallery
of urban art. The annual mural-
making on Kaka‘ako buildings also
includes talk-story opportunities
with the artists, block parties,
exhibitions, concerts and more.
Visit www.powwowworldwide.
com/festivals/hawaii for a map of
the murals and schedule of events.

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BOLD FLAVORS. FRESH INGREDIENTS. ALOHA SPIRIT.

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WAIKIKI

Hawai‘i Theatre
The neoclassical Hawai‘i Theatre, built
in 1922, is a beautiful, state-of-the-art
performance center. Otherwise known
as the “Pride of the Pacific,” the theater
hosted everyone from comedian Amy
Schumer to some of Honolulu’s most
renowned hālau (hula schools). You might
also spot it from the numerous brides
and grooms taking photos in front of its
marquee. www.hawaiitheatre.com

Blue Note Hawaii

This jazz club, lounge and restaurant in
Waikīkī seats about 300 people, and feels
intimate, from the bar tables in the back
(with space to dance!) to the cozy booths
by the stage. Thanks to the tiered seating,
there isn’t a bad seat in the house. A nice S A LT & P EP P ER P RA WN S
mix of comedians, singers and musicians
play here and, after the show, are often
available for autographs.
www.bluenotehawaii.com
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CUL TURE

Hawai‘i
Rooted
The designs Suluape Keone Nunes creates relate to genealogies,
protection or ‘aumakua (family gods), and the kuleana
(responsibility) that goes with them. www.gohawaii.com/hawaii-
rooted/suluape-Keone-Nunes

Hula
At local parties, weddings
and almost any occasion with
live musicians, at some point,
it’s likely that someone will
spontaneously get on stage to
dance hula. The centuries-old art
endures as a vibrant and natural
part of life in the Islands.
You may see two different
forms of hula. Hula kahiko
(traditional hula) is accompanied
by chants and traditional
percussive instruments, while
hula ‘auana (modern hula),
often includes singing and
more contemporary musical
instruments. Both tell stories
of great love, sorrow, joy or
history expressed through the
movements and emotions of the
dancer.
You can watch this beautiful
and powerful tradition in
many places including House
without a Key at the Halekulani,
where past Miss Hawai‘is
perform against the backdrop
of the setting sun. On Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday around
sunset, head to the Kūhiō
Beach Hula Mound in Waikīkī
for a show that opens with
the lighting of torches and
blowing of the conch shell. On
the Windward Side, in Lā‘ie,
the Hawaiian village at the
Polynesian Cultural Center has
daily performances. In Waikīkī,
HEATHER GOODMAN

Royal Hawaiian Center offers

free classes for all ages.

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Pre-contact
Hawaiian Music
Ancient Hawaiians had the beat
of the drum, trill of the nose
DAEJA FARIS

flute and variations of melodic

vocals as their only forms of
accompaniment. Take a closer
look at these instruments at the
Bishop Museum.

19th century
The ‘ukulele arrived with
Portuguese immigrants from
the Azores and Madeira, and
the slack key guitar came with
Mexican cowboys brought in
to help control Hawai‘i’s cattle.
These instruments, combined
with poetry often taken
from traditional Hawaiian
oli (chants), created much of
AARON K. YOSHINO

the Hawaiian music we know

today. In July, we recommend
the annual ‘Ukulele Festival
where you can listen to some of
the finest players in the world,
celebrity entertainers and an
‘ukulele ensemble of over 300
keiki (children).
Today
Late 19th Century Many O‘ahu resorts offer Hawaiian music during the evenings, including the
Four of the most prolific haku Hilton Hawaiian Village—most Fridays Jerry Santos performs at Paradise
mele (composers), known as Nā Lounge before the weekly fireworks, and on Saturdays, beloved musician
Lani ‘Ehā, the Royal Four, had Henry Kapono plays at the beachfront Tropics Bar & Grill. True to its name,
a musical passion and talent the Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort’s Kani Ka Pila Grille, (kanakapila
like no other. King Kalākaua, means a musical jam session) hosts island artists every night by the pool from
Queen Lili‘uokalani, Princess 6 to 9 p.m. At Duke’s Waikīkī, enjoy live music as you sink your toes in the
Likelike and Prince Leleiōhoku sand. And on Fridays, from noon to 1 p.m. at ‘Iolani Palace, check out the
II created music as siblings that Royal Hawaiian Band, founded in 1836 by King Kamehameha III.
is still performed today.

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parkling beaches, deep turquoise
ocean waters, wild mountain trails. The
striking natural setting of O‘ahu is just a
part of its beauty. Immerse yourself in the
true culture and community by working
alongside those who are dedicated to
preserving Hawai‘i’s unique history and
precious ‘āina (land). Clear a centuries-old fishpond, wade into
lo‘i (irrigated terrace) to harvest one of the Islands’ oldest and
most valued crops or remove the rubbish marring a white-

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sand beach. Voluntourism opportunities for keiki (children)
and adults take you to places beyond the tours.

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 Travel2Change is a Hawai‘i-based
nonprofit focused on voluntourism.
The group partners with organiza-
tions to offer visitors vacation experi-

HEATHER GOODMAN
ences that are both authentic and al-
truistic. The www.travel2change.org
website allows you to sort opportuni- HALE‘IWA BEACH PARK

ties by island, interest and activity. Or

click on its calendar to discover free
activities for every day of your stay.
O‘ahu has about 112 miles of
coastline; Sustainable Coastlines Ha-
wai‘i focuses on conservation through
large beach cleanups all over the is-
land. Music, games and lunch follow,
along with lessons from the Sustain-
able Coastlines team about the harm
of single-use plastics and what we can
do to keep beaches clean. Similarly,
the Waikīkī Aquarium relies on a crew
of volunteer ocean lovers for a variety
of roles, from beach and invasive algae
cleanups to science education.
Saturday mornings, stand in the
cool breezes of a lo‘i kalo (irrigated
taro terrace) and help Kāko‘o ‘Ōiwi,
a nonprofit working to restore agri-
cultural and ecological productivity
to a few hundred acres of wetlands on
O‘ahu’s Windward Side. Several oth-
er groups have monthly workdays in
lo‘i around the island. On the North
Shore, Mālama Loko Ea Foundation
works to restore the 400-year-old
Loko Ea fishpond. At most cultural
workdays, work starts after a tradi-
tional oli (chant) and pule (prayer).
www.lokoea.org
Kanu Hawai‘i’s projects are cul-
tural and environmental, focused on
everything from food security and
civic engagement to waste manage-
ment. Its Volunteer Week Hawai‘i of-
fers more than 100 volunteer oppor-
tunities at nonprofits across the state.
www.kanuhawaii.org

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SHOP
From local designers to international luxury labels, you’ll find it on
O‘ahu. Shop in open-air centers for only-in Hawai‘i creations are
showcased along with great food and live entertainment. Enjoy
scores of new stores, thanks to renovations that are transforming the
retail profile of O‘ahu.

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 Shop O‘ahu
Here are a few uniquely Hawai‘i
gifts to take home with you.

Macadamia nuts
Hawai‘i’s famous nuts go beyond chocolate-
dipped. Look for mac-nut brittle or buttery
shortbread cookies.

Aloha shirts
The many designers who call Honolulu
home–including a former Project Runway
contestant–have reinvented the aloha shirt.
Look for new prints and slimmer cuts,
modern fabrics, from flowy to starched,
and in some cases, a melding tropical with
a preppy vibe.

Hawai‘i-grown chocolate
AARON K. YOSHINO

Did you know Hawai‘i is the only state to

grow cacao commercially? And O‘ahu is
MADRE CHOCOLATES home to the largest bean-to-bar makers
in the Islands. Many of them will provide
insulated bags so you can keep your
chocolate bars cool on the way home.
Ala Moana Center Luxury Row at
A block away from Ala Moana Beach
Park, this center is the world’s
2100 Kalākaua Farmers Markets
For dazzling elegance, nothing
largest open-air mall, featuring compares. with this collection of
290 stores and dining options. The
The island’s farmers markets
upscale shops, including Chanel,
Ewa Wing expansion includes the Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Coach,
are great for crafts, such as cutting
opening of Bloomingdale’s and Tiffany & Co., Bottega Veneta, boards made from Island woods,
Nordstrom along with more dining, Hugo Boss and Tod’s. and edible souvenirs including
entertainment and parking spaces. www.luxuryrow.com
www.alamoanacenter.com jams and honey. Some tropical
Royal Hawaiian Center flower vendors even offer
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & In the heart of Waikīkī, this shipping of fresh flowers to
Marketplace shopping center has completed a the continental U.S.
Find everything from gifts and food major renovation and features more
products to merchandise in Hawai‘i’s than 100 shops and restaurants. Hale‘iwa Farmers Market
largest open-air flea market, Cultural workshops daily, Waimea Valley
located just beyond Waikīkī. Open entertainment, nightly. Thursday, 2 – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. www.royalhawaiiancenter.com Honolulu at Night
www.alohastadiumswapmeet.net 777 Ward Ave; Wednesday,
4 – 7 p.m.
T Galleria by DFS
International Market Place
The third floor features duty-free Hyatt Regency Waikīkī
Located in the heart of Waikīkī, 2424 Kalākaua Ave
shopping for international travelers,
International Market Place is Tuesday/Thursday, 4 – 8 p.m.
but everyone is welcome to browse
a world-class shopping, dining
the other areas including the island’s
and entertainment destination Kapi‘olani Community College
largest beauty section and a variety
featuring a mix of upscale and 4303 Diamond Head Rd
of local coffee, chocolates and treats.
lifestyle brands, and the first Saks Tuesday, 4 – 7 p.m. and
Watch for pop-ups shops featuring
Fifth Avenue in Hawai‘i. www. Saturday, 7:30 – 11a.m.
Hawai‘i designers.
shopinternationalmarketplace.com
www.dfs.com/en/hawaii

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2020 Events & Festivals
Festivals celebrate O‘ahu’s rich heritage and traditions and as such, are a great way to learn more
about the island’s multi-culturalism. Below is a listing of just a few of the most notable festivals on O‘ahu.

JANUARY APRIL Lantern Floating Hawai‘i Hale‘iwa Arts Festival

Sony Open in Hawai‘i Hapalua–Hawai‘i’s Half- Ceremony Summer Event
Don’t miss the first full-field PGA Marathon On Memorial Day at sundown, Experience a broad spectrum of
TOUR event of the year. Over thousands of people set candlelit local art at Hale‘iwa Beach Park
The largest half marathon in
144 of the world’s leading lanterns afloat on the ocean off in the historic town of Hale‘iwa.
Hawai‘i takes athletes through
professional golfers participate in Magic Island to honor ancestors This event includes visual artists,
Waikīkī and around picturesque
this weeklong premier event. and loved ones who have musicians, dancers, historical
Lē‘ahi. There is no time limit and
www.sonyopeninhawaii.com passed away. trolley tours, children’s arts and
every runner receives a fresh
malasada and shave ice. www.lanternfloatinghawaii. crafts and much more. www.
Chinese New Year www.thehapalua.com com haleiwaartsfestival.org

Celebration JUNE ‘Ukulele Festival

Celebrate the Chinese New Year Waikiki SPAM® Jam
with a parade and lion dances in People in Hawai‘i love their
King Kamehameha Many of the finest ‘ukulele players
in the world converge at the
the only Chinatown in Hawai‘i. In SPAM®. This block party includes Floral Parade Kapi‘olani Bandstand in Waikīkī
2020, the start of the new year a variety of Honolulu’s finest This colorful parade honors the to share their musical talent
falls on Jan. 25. restaurants serving up SPAM®.- reign of King Kamehameha, who during the free daylong concert.
www.chinesechamber.com inspired creations. In the past, this was responsible for uniting the www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org
has included everything from pie Hawaiian Islands. The celebration
FEBRUARY with candied SPAM®. features brightly decorated floral
Great Aloha Run
to SPAM®. katsu curry. floats, marching bands and Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest
www.spamjamhawaii.com traditional pā‘ū riders. Join one of the state’s biggest bon
Start this 8.15-mile run at www.hawaii.gov/dags/ dances at this celebration of the
historic Aloha Tower then enjoy
MAY kamehameha Japanese tradition welcoming the
entertainment along the route on
spirits of ancestors back to earth.
the way to Aloha Stadium. Lei Day Celebration The street fair includes Japanese
www.greataloharun.com A celebration including Pan Pacific Festival – dishes, crafters and kids games.
entertainment, food booths and
a lei-making contest takes place
Matsuri in Hawai‘i www.moiliilisummerfest.com
POW! WOW! Hawaii at the beautiful Queen Kapi‘olani This unique free festival is a
Hundreds of local and celebration of drums and dance, AUGUST
Park. www.honolulu.gov/
internationally renowned artists parks/programs/leiday/index.
pageantry and a parade. Live Joy of Sake
will showcase their street art on entertainment takes place on
htm Joy of Sake brings hundreds of
walls throughout Kaka‘ako during multiple stages throughout the
premium labels for the public to
POW! WOW! Hawaii. Events weekend.
taste along with various pūpū
throughout the week include gallery World Fireknife www.pan-pacific-festival.com
(appetizers) by some of Hawai‘i’s
shows, panel discussions, concerts,
live art installations and more.
Championship top chefs.
The World Fireknife JULY www.joyofsake.com
www.powwowhawaii.com/
Championship features dancers of
all ages showcasing their mastery
Ala Moana Center
MARCH of Samoan fireknives. Tickets Fireworks Rainbow Film Festival
The Rainbow Film Festival
Honolulu Festival for the dramatic battle sell out Ala Moana Center presents
educates and raises awareness
Festivities include Japanese every year so early booking is locals and visitors with one of
recommended. about gay and lesbian culture,
dancers, street performers, food the largest and most spectacular
www.worldfireknife.com
arts and lifestyles through
booths, kids games, Sumo, kite fireworks shows in the country, as
independent films shown at
making, a bon dance, cultural well as a weekend’s worth of live
the Doris Duke Theatre. Locally
arts demonstrations and a Grand entertainment and a mall-wide
Parade that ends in an impressive Honolulu Triathlon shopping savings pass.
submitted films are also featured
and supported by the festival.
fireworks show. Thousands of triathletes from www.alamoanacenter.com www.hglcf.org
www.honolulufestival.com around the world compete in
the Olympic distance triathlon. It
features a 1.5K swim, 40K bike Prince Lot Hula Festival Made in Hawai‘i Festival
and 10K run that begins and ends This huge 3-day festival featuring
Each year on the third Saturday
at Ala Moana Beach Park. in July, dancers from all of the Hawai‘i-made clothing, accessories,
www.honolulutriathlon.com islands converge on O‘ahu for the products and food is a favorite
free two-day hula festival. www. place for locals to shop. Every
item sold must have 51% of its
moanaluagardensfoundation.org
value added in the islands. www.
madeinhawaiifestival.com
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Duke’s OceanFest Rice Festival World Invitational Hula Hawai‘i Bowl
Duke’s OceanFest, a weeklong In honor of the national Festival A team from the Mountain West
festival, features a variety of rice month, this free festival Conference faces off against a
Hula groups from around the
exciting water sports competitions features entertainment, cultural team from Conference USA at
world will compete in a variety of
that pay tribute to the local performances and cooking Aloha Stadium in this annual
categories in both the hula kahiko
waterman. demonstrations by local celebrity college football bowl Christmas
(traditional) and hula ‘auana
www.dukesoceanfest.com chefs that will show how rice is Eve matchup.
(contemporary) performances.
prepared by the different cultures www.thehawaiibowl.com
www.worldhula.com
that make up the island.
Hawaiian Slack Key www.ricefest.com The Eddie
Guitar Festival A Birthday Celebration
The Big Wave Invitational in
The Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Honolulu Century Ride For A King Memory of Eddie Aikau is an
Festival, founded in 1982, features Celebrate with The Friends invitation-only event gathering the
The Honolulu Century Ride is
performances by well-known of ‘Iolani Palace during the 24 most accomplished paddle-in
Hawai‘i’s oldest and largest
musicians and celebrates the commemoration of King big wave riders from around the
cycling event. The ride begins
cultural importance of the unique world. The competition only runs
and ends at Kapi‘olani Park, and Kalākaua’s birthday on Nov. 16.
acoustic guitar art form of kīhō‘alu, when surf reaches a consistent
participants can choose to ride www.iolanipalace.org
which means, “loosen the key.” height of at least 20 feet.www.
20, 25, 40, 50, 75 or 100 miles
www.slackkeyfestival.com at their own pace. theeddieaikau.com
www.hbl.org
Vans Triple Crown of
Greek Festival Surfing MONTHLY
The Greek Festival, held at OCTOBER The pinnacle of professional big- Art + Flea
McCoy Pavilion at Ala Moana Moloka‘i Hoe wave surfing, showcasing the (last Thursday of each
Beach Park, celebrates Greek world’s best surfers in the world’s month)
One of the longest running annual
culture with ethnic food, A unique monthly shopping
team sporting events in Hawai‘i, biggest and best waves.
live entertainment, cultural experience with over 60
the Moloka‘i Hoe perpetuates www.triplecrownofsurfing.com
booths and more. www. independent artists, vintage
one of Hawai‘i’s and Polynesia’s
greekfestivalhawaii.com collectors, food trucks, handmade
most important and historic
cultural traditions, while honoring DECEMBER aficionados and fashion designers
SEPTEMBER outrigger canoe paddlers around XTERRA Trail Run World featured at each event, drawing
the world. an eclectic crowd of shoppers,
Aloha Festivals Championship music and art lovers alike.
www.molokaihoe.com
This statewide multi-cultural event The XTERRA Trail Run World www.artandflea.com
showcases Hawai‘i’s music, Championship is an off-road
dance, history and culture. Hawai‘i Food half-marathon that winds through Whale Watching
www.alohafestivals.com
& Wine Festival Kualoa Ranch on O‘ahu’s
This acclaimed Festival is the
northeastern shore. Trail runs, kids (Nov-May)
race and other family events are Sail in the company of whales,
premier epicurean destination
Okinawan Festival event in the Pacific. Showcasing
also available.
peak of season whale watching
The Hawai‘i United Okinawa www.xterraplanet.com
wine tastings, cooking marine biologists share intimate
Association presents the largest demonstrations and exclusive four-hour sails on a sleek 42-foot
ethnic festival in the state of dining opportunities, the Festival Honolulu Marathon catamaran.
Hawai‘i. The three-day festival highlights Hawai‘i’s bounty of Honolulu’s marathon includes
celebrates Okinawan culture with local produce, seafood, beef spectacular views alongside
food, entertainment, arts, crafts and poultry. www.hawaii famous Waikīkī Beach and Lē‘ahi,
and cultural activities. foodandwinefestival.com or Diamond Head.
www.okinawanfestival.com www.honolulumarathon.org

Wakiki Ho‘olaule‘a NOVEMBER

Hawaiian Airlines
The streets of Waikīkī are closed Hawai‘i International
off for the ho‘olaule‘a (celebration). Diamond Head Classic
The fair includes entertainment and Film Festival
 The eight-team, 12-game
a variety of booths offering local Watch films from North America, bracket basketball tournament
food and crafts. Asia and the Pacific Rim. Make features some of the nation’s best
www.alohafestivals.com sure to look for independent collegiate men’s teams.
productions by local filmmakers. www.diamondheadclassic.com
Events also includes discussions,
workshops, symposiums, special
awards and media events.
www.hiff.org

For specific dates and times, check the websites listed or visit gohawaii.com/oahu. Events subject to change.

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ESSENTIAL O‘AHU

Flights Dress Code bikes at 100 conveniently located self-service

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport Attire is “resort wear” even at the most “Biki Stops” from Chinatown to Diamond
(HNL) is Hawai‘i’s major airport, serving luxurious resorts and restaurants. There’s no Head (learn more at www.gobiki.org).
as the entry point for most of the islands’ need to bring a coat or tie unless you want
visitors. Twenty-three domestic and to dress up. Dress for comfort. T-shirts, tank Time Zone
international carriers serve O‘ahu, so you tops, polo shirts, shorts, jeans, sundresses, Hawai‘i Standard Time is GMT-10 (Pacific
can get here from just about anywhere. The sneakers and sandals are all good choices. Standard Time-2, Eastern Standard Time-
5). Since Hawai‘i doesn’t observe daylight
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is also Temperatures are cooler in the evening,
savings time, add one hour to the time
Hawai‘i’s hub for interisland flights. making a sweater and slacks a good idea. It difference when in effect (March through
The USDA enforces strict rules regarding is a custom in Hawai‘i to slip off your shoes November). The area code for the entire
the importation of uninspected plants when entering a home. state is 808.
and animals that can severely change our For long distance calls between islands, dial
fragile environment. Before landing in O‘ahu Travel Tips 1-808 and then the number. When placing
Hawai‘i, you’ll be asked to declare any Visit travelsmarthawaii.com to find calls to the U.S. Mainland from Hawai‘i, dial
such items. Department of Agriculture everything you’ll need to know about 1, the area code and the number. All calls
agents will inspect and likely confiscate traveling to and from Hawai‘i. For water within an island are local.
them before allowing you to continue safety, check out www.hawaiibeachsafety.
on your way. For more information,
com.
Electronic Devices
visit the Dept. of Agriculture website at Hawai‘i’s cell phone law requires the use
www.hawaii.gov/hdoa.
Transportation of a hands-free device when using a mobile
You’ll find it very easy to get around O‘ahu. electronic device while driving. Please note
Rental cars are the most popular option and O‘ahu’s new crosswalk law, which prohibits
Climate
they are available at all airports and at some pedestrians from viewing a mobile electronic
Weather can vary from one part of the island
to another. It is generally drier on the leeward hotel and off-airport locations. In addition, device while crossing a street or highway.
side and wetter on the windward side. there are resort and destination airport Many of O‘ahu’s larger hotels and
Generally speaking, there are two seasons: shuttles, shopping express shuttles, trolleys, condominium resorts have high-speed
winter (November through April), when guided tours and taxicabs. Ride share options Internet access, including wireless in some
temperatures typically range in the low-70s like Lyft are easily accessible. For a public bus public areas.
to mid-80s, and summer when the high can
schedule, visit www.thebus.org. Rental bikes,
run into the low-90s. Trade winds keep you
comfortable year-round. motorcycles and mopeds are also options. Sun Sense
Bikeshare Hawaii launched Biki, with 1,000 You’ll want to show off a nice tan
when you go home, but please use
common sense when sunbathing in the
tropics. A sunburn will develop faster than
you thought possible, so be sure to use
reef-safe sunscreen. Remember, it’s usually
hottest between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and the
sun is stronger here than you’re probably
used to.

Safety
The ocean is O‘ahu’s playground, but there
are precautions to observe. Offshore winds
and currents can be powerful and change
suddenly. That means don’t stray far from
shore or head out to kayak, windsurf or sail
if warning signs are posted or if conditions
warrant caution. If you’re unsure about
DANIEL K. INOUYE conditions, ask a lifeguard. For information
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (HNL) about beach safety conditions, visit
www.hawaiibeachsafety.com.

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that doesn’t mean you should abandon all Follow us at Twitter.com/ Hawai‘i Emergency Management
care as you travel about. Lock your car doors OahuVB Agency ..........................808-733-4300
and don’t leave any personal belongings in Hawai‘i Visitors &
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Hawaiian Islands O‘ahu Visitors Bureau ...877-525-OAHU
isolation from other ecosystems. The Visitors’ Guide Poison Center ...............800-222-1222
U.S. Department of Agriculture enforces State Dept. of
strict rules regarding the exportation of Agriculture ....................808-832-0566
uninspected plants and animals. When State Division of
Forestry & Wildlife ......808-587-0166
departing, luggage must pass a pre-flight
TheBus ..........................808-848-5555
check at the airport to ensure that no plant
TheHandi-Van .............808-538-0033
insects or diseases are hitching a ride back No Drones
Time of Day ..................808-643-TIME
with you. You’re welcome to take inspected Drones are not allowed within five miles
U.S. Coast Guard .........808-842-2600
fresh flowers and fruits home. Many items of any airport. The use, launching or
U.S. Dept. of
purchased at the airport or mailed home landing of drones, or other types Agriculture ....................808-834-3220
from local vendors are already inspected. of aircraft, is prohibited in Hawai‘i 808-834-3240
For more information, call the USDA at National, State and County Parks. Visitor Aloha Society
808-834-3220 or 808-834-3240. of Hawai‘i ......................808-926-8274
Weather Forecast ............808-973-4380

PROTECTING O‘AHU

Kuleana Mālama i ka ‘āina all parks and beaches, including e-cigarettes.

Any trip to Hawai‘i is more meaningful Mālama i ka ‘āina (care for the land) is one For more information, visit www.health.
hawaii.gov/tobacco/home/laws.
when you truly connect with the culture of the more important concepts in Hawaiian
There are many environmental groups
and environment of this special place. For philosophy, and it’s as important today as
fighting to protect the island from the stress
a deeper experience, we invite you to share ever. Help take care of natural resources by
of foreign flora and fauna species. You can
the kuleana (responsibility) of protecting staying on hiking trails and not disturbing
help some of these groups by volunteering
our islands. Share in this commitment and any plants or historical features. Guided
time during your visit. Volunteering for
learn how to travel like a local at gohawaii. tours are sensitive to the environment, and
conservation activities is a great way to have
com/traveltips. you are sure to learn more with an expert.
fun while exploring the island. You can sign
Please recycle or properly dispose your
up for afternoon or multi-day trips to help
Mālama i ke kai ‘ōpala (trash) to avoid littering. Reusable
with a variety of projects. Most groups will
Mālama i ke kai (care for the ocean) is a grocery bags are offered at most stores.
provide training, if needed.
tradition that you should practice while Numerous recycle bins and redemption
Only with awareness and respect can
visiting O‘ahu. This means please don’t centers are located throughout the island.
we be environmentally responsible. When
touch the coral or the plants and animals Hawai‘i values healthy lifestyles
visiting, please do your part to help protect
surrounding it. It is illegal to approach and fresh air. The City and County
our fragile ecosystem.
endangered animals including the Hawaiian of Honolulu and statewide laws prohibit
monk seal and honu (Hawaiian green sea smoking in workplaces, enclosed, public
turtles). Keep a respectful distance from all areas and within 20 feet of doorways,
sea creatures—for their safety and yours. windows, ventilation intakes, bus stops and
877-525-OAHU 65
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ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS

KUALOA R ANCH STILL AND MOVING CENTER KōHANA RUM

Kualoa Ranch, Oahu’s “Jurassic Valley”, Move your body. Still your mind. Find Native Hawaiian sugarcane thrived 800 years
is 4000 acres of beauty, history and center. Find Joy! Join our sustainable wellness before the plantations ever existed. Experience
adventure … with Ziplines, UTV’s, Horses, community. Enjoy Hawaiian Hula, culture, heirloom varieties again in one of the world’s
Jeeps, Buses, Ebikes & Boats are just some of aerial, yoga, dance and more. Mindful finest pure cane rums. Farm to bottle. Small
the many ways to explore! movement classes and private groups. batch. Single variety. Hand crafted. KōHana
Hawaiian Agricole Rum.

808-237-7321 | kualoa.com 808-517-4067 | kohanarum.com

HAWAI‘I STATE ART MUSEUM SE A LIFE PARK HAWAI‘I GUNSTOCK R ANCH

View Hawai‘i through the eyes of artists. One of Hawai‘i’s Best Family Attractions, Come and experience our brand of
Free admission! Sea Life Park is a repository of knowledge adventure at Gunstock Ranch! Enjoy O‘ahu’s
and a refuge for Hawai‘i’s most beloved sea Ko‘olau Mountains and spectacular ocean
views on horseback rides, off-road tours, or
creatures-take part in exhilarating encounters
eco-native tree planting tours.
with marine mammals.

808-586-0900 | hisam.hawaii.gov 808-259-2500 | sealifeparkhawaii.com 808-341-3995 | gunstockranch.com

DINING

HARD ROCK STRIPSTE AK WAIKĪKĪ HALEKUL ANI BAKERY

Situated in the heart of Waikīkī, Hard Rock Located on the 3rd floor Grand Lanai in & RESTAUR ANT
Cafe Honolulu is conveniently located within the International Market Place, James Beard Halekulani Bakery & Restaurant features a
walking distance to many major resorts, a Award-winning Chef Michael Mina presents variety of fresh baked artisan breads, pastries,
variety of shops, the Hawai‘i Convention STRIPSTEAK Waikīkī, a modern twist on and cakes while offering menus focused on
Center, and the iconic Waikīkī beach. the classic American steakhouse. locally sourced ingredients. Come visit our
all-day casual dining restaurant.

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Directory

Accommodations Courtyard Oahu North Shore.. (808) 293-4900

courtyardoahunorthshore.com
The Kahala Hotel & Resort....... (866) 318-4579
kahalaresort.com
B E D & B R E A K FA S T S
Manoa Valley Inn.......................(808) 947-6019 Darmic Waikiki Banyan............ (649) 412-2467
manoavalleyinn.com darmic.com TheThe Kahala
Kahala
Hotel & Resort
Papaya Paradise Disney Vacation Club................ (888) 9-AULANI Hotel & Resort
O‘ahu’s haven of luxury and
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elegance, of luxury
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Bed & Breakfast......................... (808) 261-0316
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pillowsinparadise.com
DoubletreeAlana.com 808-739-8888 • KahalaResort.com
D I R E C TO R I E S & G U I D E S Embassy Suites by The Laylow,
Autograph Collection............... (808) 922-6600
Hawaii Lodging & Hilton Oahu Kapolei................. (800) EMBASSY
Tourism Association.................. (808) 923-0407 oahukapolei.embassysuitesbyhilton.com laylowwaikiki.com
hawaiilodging.org Embassy Suites by Marina Hawaii Vacations......... (866) 682-8174
Ko Olina Resort.......................... (808) 671-2512 Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk......(800) 362-2779 marinahawaiivacations.com
koolina.com embassysuiteswaikiki.com Marriott’s
VisitLaie.com.............................. (808) 293-9201 Equus Hotel................................ (800) 669-7719 Ko Olina Beach Club.................(800) 845-5279
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ESPACIO The Moana Surfrider,

HOSTELS A Westin Resort & Spa............. (800) 782-9488
Jewel of Waikiki.......................(855) 945-4089
Waikiki Beachside Hostel........ (866) 478-3888 moana-surfrider.com
espaciowaikiki.com
WaikikiBeachsideHostel.com
Four Seasons Resort The MODERN Honolulu,
H OT E L S & R E S O R T S , C O N D O M I N I U M S , Oahu at Ko Olina......................(844) 387-0308 by Diamond Resorts.................. (877) 599-5591
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444 Nahua Halekulani................................. (800) 367-2343 The New Otani Kaimana
Condominium Suites................ (800) 446-6248 halekulani.com Beach Hotel................................(800) 356-8264
444nahua.com kaimana.com
Halepuna Waikiki
Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra.... (800) 367-6025 by Halekulani........................... (800) 422-0450 OHANA Waikiki East
alamoanahotel.com waikikiparc.com by Outrigger.............................. (800) 462-6262
Alohilani Resort Hilton Garden Inn outrigger.com/hotels-resorts/hawaiian-islands/oahu-
Waikiki Beach........................... (800) 367-6060 Waikiki Beach...........................(808) 922-5022 waikiki/ohana-waikiki-east
alohilaniresort.com hgiwaikikibeach.com OHANA Waikiki Malia
Ambassador Hotel Waikiki..... (808) 941-7777 Hilton Hawaiian Village by Outrigger.............................. (800) 462-6262
ambassadorwaikiki.com Waikiki Beach Resort................ (800) HILTONS outrigger.com/hotels-resorts/hawaiian-islands/oahu-
HiltonHawaiianVillage.com waikiki/ohana-waikiki-malia
Aqua Palms Waikiki................. (866) 970-4165
AquaPalms.com Hilton Waikiki Beach................ (808) 921-5503 Outrigger Reef Waikiki
waikikibeach.hilton.com Beach Resort............................. (800) 688-7444
Aston at the Executive
outriggerreef.com
Centre Hotel............................... (866) 774-2924 Hotel La Croix.............................(808) 955-3741
astonexecutivecentre.com waikiki-gateway-hotel.com Outrigger Waikiki
Beach Resort.............................. (800) 688-7444
Aston at the Waikiki Banyan.. (866) 774-2924 Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach..... (808) 237-1234
outriggerwaikiki.com
astonwaikikibanyan.com waikikibeach.centric.hyatt.com
Paradise Bay Resort................. (800) 735-5071
Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel...... (800) 877-7666 Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach....... (808) 922-3861
paradisebayresort.com
astonwaikikibeach.com hyattplacewaikiki.com
Prince Waikiki............................(855) 622-7558
Aston Waikiki Beach Tower...... (855) 776-1766 Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach
Resort & Spa.............................. (800) 233-1234 princewaikiki.com
theresidencesatwaikikibeach.com
Aston Waikiki Circle Hotel....... (866) 774-2924
Size: 2.25” x 1”
HyattRegencyWaikiki.com Queen Kapiolani Hotel.............. (808) 922-1941
Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites..... (866) 536-7973 queenkapiolani.com
astonwaikikicircle.com
ilikaihotel.com Ramada Plaza Waikiki............. (888) 992-4545
Aston Waikiki Sunset................(855) 897-3342
Ilikai-Marina-Condos.com........(877) 644-4322 ramadaplazawaikiki.com
aquaaston.com
ilikai-marina-condos.com Renew......................................... (866) 774-2924
Aulani, A Disney Advertiser Name: The Kahala Hotel
Ilima Hotel.................................. (800) 801-9366
& Resort
hotelrenew.com Approved
Resort & Spa............ (866) 44 - DISNEY (347639)
disneyaulani.com Planner:
ilima.com 2019 Statewide Residence and Oahu Inn by
Marriott Oahu - Kapolei........... (888) 236-2427
The Imperial Hawaii Resort.....
Castle Waikiki Shore................ (800) 367-5004Size: Formatted, Enhanced
(800) 347-2582 Listing Approved
marriott.com/hotels/travel/hnlri-residence-inn-oahu-
WaikikiShore.com imperialofwaikiki.com
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Waikiki Beach........................... (877) 995-2638
Bonniesteps from the beach Signature ____
Royal Grove Hotel & Apts.........(808) 923-7691
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heart of Waikiki. The
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The Royal Hawaiian, Trinity Properties, LLC...............(888) 939-0444 Pacific Historic Parks................. (866) 332-1941
a Luxury Collection trinityproperties.com pacifichistoricparks.org
Resort.......................................... (800) 782-9488 Pearl Harbor
R E S E R VAT I O N S & B O O K I N G S E R V I C E S
royal-hawaiian.com Aviation Museum.......................(808) 441-1000
Aloha Hawaiian Vacations...... (800) 256-4211
Sheraton Princess pearlharboraviationmuseum.org
Aloha-Hawaiian.com
Kaiulani Hotel............................ (808) 931-8404 Polynesian Cultural Center...... (800) 367-7060
Princess-Kaiulani.com Booking.com.............................. (808) 457-4800
polynesia.com
booking.com
Sheraton Waikiki Hotel............ (808) 922-4422 Rock ‘N Fun................................ (808) 670-2626
sheraton-waikiki.com HawaiiGaga.com..............................................
rocknfunhi.com
HawaiiGaga.com
Shoreline Hotel Waikiki........... (877) 793-8534 Sea Life Park Hawaii................ (808) 259-2500
shorelinehotelwaikiki.com ILoveHawaii.com.......................(866) 634-0060
sealifeparkhawaii.com
ilovehawaii.com
Stay Hotel Waikiki.................... (877) 870-7742 U.S. Army Museum Of Hawaii.(808) 955-9552
stayhotelwaikiki.com Journese –
hiarmymuseumsoc.org
Curators of Fine Travel............. (800) 442-9244
The Surfjack Hotel USS Arizona Memorial.............. (866) 332-1941
journese.com
& Swim Club.............................. (855) 945-4082 pacifichistoricparks.org
surfjack.com Pacific Islands Reservations......(808) 262-8133
pacificislandsreservations.com USS Bowfin Submarine
Trump International Museum & Park..........................(808) 423-1341
Hotel Waikiki..............................(877) 683-7401 VA C AT I O N R E N TA L S bowfin.org
trumphotels.com/waikiki Alohana Realty........................... (808) 922-2111 The Waikiki Aquarium..............(808) 923-9741
Turtle Bay Resort....................... (866) 475-2567 AlohanaRentals.com waikikiaquarium.org
turtlebayresort.com Hale O Napohaku..................... (808) 293-5532 Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawaii.................. (808) 440-2914
Vive Hotel Waikiki.................... (808) 687-2000 haleo.net wetnwildhawaii.com
vivehotelwaikiki.com Lanikai Beach Rentals................(808) 261-7895
lanikaibeachrentals.com BOO KIN G & CO N CI ERGE SERVI CES
Waikiki Beach
Marriott Resort & Spa............... (800) 367-5370 Elite Concierge........................... (808) 348-4179
North Shore Vacation Homes.. (800) 982-8602
marriottwaikiki.com web@eliteconciergehawaii.com
teamrealestate.com
Waikiki Beachcomber Fun Hawaii Travel..................... (800) 292-5496
Ola Properties, Inc..................... (888) 737-4188
by Outrigger...............................(866) 517-5027 fun-hawaii.com
OlaProperties.com
waikikibeachcomber.com GetYourGuide............................ (855) 664 8235
Waikiki Marina Activities getyourguide.com/hawaii-l85
Resort at the Ilikai..................... (800) 989-6901 AT T R A C T I O N S Go Oahu by
extraholidays.com/honolulu-oahu-hawaii/waikiki- Aloha Stadium........................... (808) 483-7133 The Leisure Pass Group.............(800) 887-9103
marina-resort-at-the-ilikai gocity.com/oahu
AlohaStadium.Hawaii.Gov
Waikiki Network...................... (877) 888-9425 Hawaii Activities Discount........ (866) 482-9775
Atlantis Submarines.................. (800) 548-6262
waikiki-network.com hawaiidiscount.com
atlantisadventures.com/waikiki
Waikiki Resort Hotel.................. (800) 367-5116 Hawai‘i Tours & Activities........ (844) 471-0785
Battleship Missouri Memorial.. (877) 644-4896
waikikiresort.com HawaiiTours.com
ussmissouri.org
Dave and Buster’s......................(808) 589-2215 HawaiiActivities.com - VELTRA.(877) 877-1222
Waikiki Resort Hotel HawaiiActivities.com
Waikiki Resort Hotel is daveandbusters.com
ideally located in the heart of Diamond Head Visitor Center... (866) 332-1941 Hawaiian Ocean Promotions.. (808) 396-1600
Waikiki. We offer comfort, pacifichistoricparks.org hoptours.com
convenience and value. Leisure Travel Services............. (808) 655-9971
(800) 367-5116 Dole Plantation.......................... (808) 621-8408
dole-plantation.com mwrarmyhawaii.com/itr-welcome
waikikiresort.com
Dolphin Quest - Oahu............... (800) 248-3316 Tripster.........................................(888) 318-7234
Waikiki Shore............................ (800) 688-7444 dolphinquest.com tripster.com
outrigger.com/hotels-resorts/hawaii/oahu/waikiki- E.K. Fernandez Shows...............(808) 682-5767 Waikiki Beach Activities...........(888) 904-4088
shore-by-outrigger waikikibeachactivities.com
ekfernandez.com
Wyndham at Waikiki
GetYourGuide............................ (855) 664 8235 C U L I N A R Y E X P E R I E N C E S , TO U R S A N D
Beach Walk................................ (800) 989-6901 TA S T I N G S
getyourguide.com/hawaii-l85
extraholidays.com/honolulu-oahu-hawaii/wyndham-
Hawaiian Journey.................... (800) 367-7060 Culinary Institute of the
at-waikiki-beach-walk
Pacific at Diamond Head.......... (808) 734-9481
polynesia.com
Wyndham Extra Holidays - continuinged.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/culinarium
Hawaii Condo Rentals.............. (800) 989-6901 Helemano Plantation
Country Inn................................(808) 622-3929 Kahumana Organic
ExtraHolidays.com
helemano.org Farms & Cafe............................. (808) 956-2655
Wyndham Vacation Resorts Royal Garden kahumana.org
at Waikiki.................................. (800) 989-6901 Honolulu Zoo Society................(808) 926-3191
honoluluzoo.org KōHana Distillers....................... (808) 649-0830
extraholidays.com/honolulu-hawaii/wyndham-
kohanarum.com
vacation-resorts-royal-garden-at-waikiki Kualoa Ranch
Private Nature Reserve............. (808) 237-7321 Ko‘olau Distillery.......................(808) 225-3457
P R I VAT E H O M E S & C OT TA G E S koolaudistillery.com
kualoa.com
Hawaii Beach Homes............... (800) 442-6901
Lucky Strike Social.....................(808) 664-1140 C U LT U R E A N D T H E A R T S , H I S TO R Y
hawaii-beachhomes.com
luckystrikesocial.com Art on the Zoo Fence........................................
Hawaiian Beach Rentals.......... (844) 261-0464
Maui Divers Of Hawaii, Ltd..... (808) 946-7979 artonthezoofence.com
hawaiianbeachrentals.com
MauiDivers.com/tour

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Bishop Museum.......................... (808) 847-3511 Coral Crater Adventure Park... (808) 626-5773 Waimea Valley.......................... (808) 638-7766
bishopmuseum.org coralcrater.com waimeavalley.net
Cathedral Basilica of Dolphins and You...................... (808) 696-4414
SK Y A DVENT U RES
Our Lady of Peace.................... (808) 536-7036 DolphinsAndYou.com
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters...... (800) 745-2583
cathedralofourladyofpeace.com The Great Ohana Hunt.............(808) 398-6444 bluehawaiian.com
Hawaii Okinawa Center.......... (808) 676-5400 thegreatohanahunt.com
Honolulu Soaring...................... (808) 677-3404
huoa.org Gunstock Ranch..........................(808) 341-3995 honolulusoaring.com
Hawaii State Art Museum........(808) 586-0900 GunstockRanch.com
Magnum Helicopters................. (808) 833-4354
hisam.hawaii.gov Hawaii Forest & Trail................ (800) 464-1993 magnumhelicopters.com
Hawaii Temple hawaii-forest.com/hawaii-oahu-tours
Novictor Helicopters................. (888) 779-7724
Visitors’ Center.......................... (808) 293-9297 Hawaiian Style novictorhelicopters.com
ldschurchtemples.com Rentals & Sales.......................... (866) 916-6733
Paradise Helicopters..................(866) 876-7422
Hawaii Theatre.......................... (808) 528-0506 hawaiianstylerentals.com
paradisecopters.com
hawaiitheatre.com Nature and You......................... (808) 696-4414
Skydive Hawaii..........................(808) 637-9700
Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and andyoucreations.com/nature
skydivehawaii.com
Archives...................................... (808) 447-3910
Whyzz Explorer......................... (808) 940-4342
missionhouses.org TO U R S A N D S I G H T S E E I N G
whyzzexplorer.com
Honolulu Museum of Art.......... (808) 532-8700 Aloha Hawaii Tours..................(808) 926-3800
honolulumuseum.org L Ū ‘A U & D I N N E R S H O W S alohahawaiitours.com
Iolani Palace.............................. (808) 522-0822 Ahaaina Luau.............................(808) 931-7430
Aloha Sunshine Tours............... (808) 739-7900
iolanipalace.org royal-hawaiian.com/dining/ahaaina
alohasunshinetours.com
Malama Loko Ea Foundation....(808) 637-3232 Ali‘i Luau at the
Aloha VIP Tours, Inc.................. (800) 367-6071
lokoea.org/hololea Polynesian Cultural Center...... (808) 293-3333
polynesia.com
Queen Emma Summer Palace..(808) 595-3167 Donna’s Detours -
daughtersofhawaii.org Diamond Head Luau.................(808) 926-3800 Private Tours of Oahu............... (808) 469-6050
diamondheadbeachluau.com PrivateToursofOahu.com
Wyland Galleries North Shore.(808) 637-8729
signaturegalleries.com The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder E Noa Tours................................(800) 824-8804
Mystery Dinner Show...............(866) 496-0535
Wyland Galleries Waikiki........ (808) 924-1322 enoa.com
thedinnerdetective.com/honolulu
signaturegalleries.com HAWAII 50 TOURS..................... (808) 397-3030
Germaine’s Luau........................ (800) 367-5655
Hawaii50Tours.com
D I R E C TO R I E S & G U I D E S germainesluau.com
Hawaii Jeep
The Hawaii Admirer.......................................... HUKI: A Canoe Celebration..... (800) 367-7060 & Specialty Tours......................(808) 294-3993
thehawaiiadmirer.com polynesia.com jeeptourshawaii.com
HAWAII Magazine..................... (808) 534-7528 Ka Moana Luau.........................(808) 926-3800 Hawaii Outdoor Guides........... (888) 886-7060
hawaiimagazine.com moanaluau.com hawaiioutdoorguides.com
Sustainable Tourism Ka Wa‘a - A Lū‘au at Aulani, A Disney Hoku Hawaii Tours................... (808) 439-8810
Association of Hawaii.............. (808) 800-3531 Resort & Spa............(866) 44 - DISNEY (347639)
hokuhawaiitours.com
sustainabletourismhawaii.org disneyaulani.com/activities/luau
Island And You.......................... (808) 696-4414
VisitLaie.com.............................. (808) 293-9201 Paradise Cove Luau.................. (800) 775-2683
andyoucreations.com/island
VisitLaie.com paradisecove.com
LeaLea Trolley............................ (808) 330-9672
Waikiki Starlight Luau.... (808) 941-LUAU (5828)
F E S T I VA L S & E V E N T S lealeatours.com/lealea-trolley
hiltonhawaiianvillage.com/waikiki-starlight-luau
Aloha Festivals.......................... (808) 483-0730 Oahu Nature Tours................... (808) 924-2473
alohafestivals.com MUSIC AND NIGHTLIFE oahunaturetours.com
Great Aloha Run....................... (808) 528-7388 Blue Note Hawaii...................... (808) 777-4898 Oahu Outdoor Guides.............. (888) 886-7060
greataloharun.com bluenotehawaii.com oahuoutdoorguides.com
Okinawan Festival.................... (808) 676-5400 Mai Tai Bar..................................(808) 947-2900 Oahu Photography Tours..........(808) 679-1938
okinawanfestival.com maitaibar.com oahuphotographytours.com
Moana Terrace.......................... (800) 367-5370 Pearl Harbor Tours.....................(808) 312-3705
L AN D A DVENTU RES
waikikimarriott.com pearlharbortours.com
Beach | Sunset Yoga Hawaii....(808) 321-3297
SunsetYogaHawaii.com Moose McGillycuddy’s.............. (808) 923-0751 Roberts Hawaii........................... (800) 767-7551
MooseWaikiki.com RobertsHawaii.com
Bike Hawaii................................(877) 682-7433
bikehawaii.com Paradise Lounge..........................(800) HILTONS Royal Hawaiian
hiltonhawaiianvillage.com Limousine & Tours..................... (808) 275-6030
Bikeadelic Hawaii..................... (808) 924-2454
bikeadelichawaii.com Splash Bar.................................. (808) 921-4600 royalhawaiianlimousine.com
princess-kaiulani.com/dining/splash Waikiki Trolley..........................(800) 824-8804
Biki.............................................. (888) 340-2454
gobiki.org Swim............................................(800) 233-1234 waikikitrolley.com
waikiki.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining/Swim.
Circle Island Tour....................... (800) 367-7060 V O L U N TO U R I S M
html
polynesia.com Battleship Missouri Memorial.. (877) 644-4896
CLIMB Works Keana P L A N TAT I O N S , FA R M S A N D G A R D E N S ussmissouri.org
Farms Zipline.............................(808) 200-7906 Kahuku Farms........................... (808) 628-0639 Iolani Palace.............................. (808) 522-0822
climbworks.com/keana_farms kahukufarms.com iolanipalace.org

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Kanu Hawaii..............................(808) 206-8446 Ocean Joy Cruises......................(888) 677-1277 Kuhio Beach Grill....................... (800) 367-5370
KanuHawaii.org OceanJoyCruises.com kuhiobeachgrill.com
Malama Loko Ea Foundation....(808) 637-3232 One Ocean Diving..................... (808) 649-0018 Makahiki -
lokoea.org/hololea freedivewithsharks.com The Bounty of the Islands......(866) 44 - DISNEY
(347639)
Pacific Islands Institute..............(808) 732-1999 Sammy’s Aloha Watersports....(808) 291-7546
resorts.disney.go.com/aulani-hawaii-resort
explorethepacific.com sammyshawaii.com
Pa‘akai.........................................(866) 827-5321
travel2change................................................... Sportfish Hawaii........................(877) 388-1376
turtlebayresort.com
travel2change.org sportfishhawaii.com
Pikake Terrace Restaurant....... (808) 921-4600
The Waikiki Aquarium..............(808) 923-9741 Star of Honolulu........................ (800) 334-6191
princess-kaiulani.com
waikikiaquarium.org starofhonolulu.com
Rainbow Lanai............................(800) HILTONS
Surf Hawaii Surf School............(808) 295-1241
WAT E R A D V E N T U R E S hiltonhawaiianvillage.com
surfhawaii4u.com
The Adventure Boat.................. (808) 358-0255
Surfrider Cafe............................. (808) 922-3111
TheAdventureBoat.com Surf HNL......................................(808) 371-8917
moanasurfrider.com
surfhnl.com
Aloha Scuba Diving Company.(808) 622-3483
Tommy Bahama........................ (808) 923-8785
divealohascuba.com Trident Adventures.....................(808) 762-3483
tommybahama.com
TridentAdventures.com
Big Wave Dave Surf Co............ (808) 386-4872
The Veranda.............................. (808) 921-4600
bigwavedave.com Tropical Ocean Sports................(808) 235-7531
moanasurfrider.com
tropicaloceansports.com
Captain Bruce Yacht Charters.. (808) 922-2344
cptbruce.com Twogood Kayaks Hawaii......... (808) 262-5656 BAKERI ES
twogoodkayaks.com/guided-kayak-tours/5-hour- Hawaiian Pie Co........................ (808) 988-7828
Dive Oahu & Surf...................... (808) 922-3483
guided-tour manauphawaii.com/collections/hawaiian-pie-
diveoahu.com
Waikiki Beach Services.............(808) 927-7441 company#
Dolphin Excursions Hawaii...... (808) 239-5579
waikikibeachservices.com Leonard’s Bakery Ltd.................(808) 737-5591
dolphinexcursions.com
Wild Side Specialty Tours......... (808) 306-7273 leonardshawaii.com
Dolphin Star............................... (800) 334-6191
SailHawaii.com
dolphin-star.com B A R S & LO U N G E S
Dolphins and You...................... (808) 696-4414 W E L L N E S S & R E J U V E N AT I O N The Edge of Waikiki.................. (808) 922-4422
DolphinsAndYou.com Master Sha Tao Center.............(808) 988-8090 sheratonwaikiki.com
taocenterhawaii.com Halekulani
H2O Sports Hawaii................... (808) 396-0100
H20sportshawaii.com Maui Wellness Coach................ (323) 350-7066 Bakery & Restaurant................ (800) 422-0450
mauiwellnesscoach.com halepuna.com
Hanauma Bay Dive Tours........ (800) 505-8956
hanaumabaydivetours.com Moana Lani Spa.........................(808) 237-2535 Hau Tree Bar............................... (800) 735-1111
moanalanispa.com hiltonhawaiianvillage.com
Hawaii Nautical........................ (808) 234-7245
hawaiinautical.com Na Hoola Spa.............................(800) 233-1234 Hinana Bar................................. (866) 774-6236
waikiki.hyatt.com princeresortshawaii.com/prince-waikiki/dining/
Hawaii Surf Guru......................(808) 283-0088 hinana-bar
HawaiiSurfGuru.com The Spa at the
Modern Honolulu...................... (808) 450-3379 Kani Ka Pila Grille.............................................
Hawaii Surfboard Rentals....... (808) 689-8989 outriggerhawaii.com/kani_ka_pila_grille.aspx
themodernhonolulu.com/spa-honolulu-waikiki
hawaiisurfboardrentals.com
Spa Suites at the Lewers Lounge............................ (808) 923-2311
Hawaiian Diving Adventures...(808) 232-3193 halekulani.com/dining/lewers-lounge-bar
Kahala Hotel & Resort.............. (808) 739-8938
hawaiiandiving.com
kahalaresort.com Mai Tai Bar..................................(808) 923-7311
Hawaiian Ocean royal-hawaiian.com/dining/maitaibar
Still & Moving Center................. (808) 397-7678
Adventures LLC........................... (808) 372-8131
stillandmovingcenter.com O Bar.......................................... (800) 367-6060
hawaiianoceanadventures.com
Waikiki Massage and alohilaniresort.com/dining/o-bar
Holokai Catamaran...................(808) 922-2210
Foot Spa LLC................................(808) 291-9265 Rum Fire..................................... (808) 922-4422
sailholokai.com
waikikimassageandfootspa.com starwood.com/hawaii
Holokai Kayak and
Shorefyre Fresh Grill & Bar..... (808) 923-7007
Snorkel Adventure.................... (808) 781-4773 Dining and Drinks shorefyre.com
HolokaiAdventures.com A MERICAN
Sky Waikiki............................... (808) 979-7590
Iruka Hawaii Experiences........(888) 543-4449 Beach Bar.................................... (808) 922-3111
skywaikiki.com
Hawaiiexperiences.com moana-surfrider.com
Surfer, The Bar...........................(808) 293-6000
Island Divers Hawaii.................(808) 201-4710 Cheeseburger In Paradise........ (808) 923-3731
surferthebar.com
oahuscubadiving.com cheeseburgerland.com
Swell Bar.................................... (800) 367-6060
Kepoikai II.................................. (808) 224-7688 Eggs ‘N Things........................... (808) 923-3447
alohilaniresort.com/dining/swell-bar
kepoikai.com eggsnthings.com
Tapa Bar.......................................(800) HILTONS
Ko Olina Ocean Adventures.... (808) 396-2068 Hard Rock Cafe - Honolulu...... (808) 955-7383
hiltonhawaii.com
KoOlinaOceanAdventures.com Hardrock.com/Honolulu
Tropics Bar and Grill...................(800) HILTONS
Living Ocean Scuba...................(808) 436-3483 Hula Grill Waikiki..................... (808) 923-4852
hiltonhawaiianvillage.com
livingoceanscuba.com hulagrillwaikiki.com
Maita’i Catamaran.................... (800) 462-7975 Kona Brewing Company CH IN ESE
MaitaiCatamaran.net at Koko Marina......................... (808) 394-5662 P.F. Chang’s Waikiki.................. (808) 628-6760
Makani Catamaran................... (888) 462-5264 konabrewingco.com pfchangshawaii.com
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CO FFEE & TEA Merriman’s Honolulu................ (808) 215-0022 Wolfgang’s Steakhouse............ (808) 922-3600
Honolulu Coffee........................ (877) 533-1500 merrimanshawaii.com/honolulu wolfgangssteakhouse.net/waikiki
honolulucoffee.com The Plumeria Beach House...... (866) 318-4579 Ruth’s Chris Steak House -
Island Vintage Coffee............... (808) 923-5662 kahalaresort.com Honolulu.................................... (800) 544-0808
islandvintagecoffee.com Pounders Restaurant................ (800) 367-7060 ruthschris.com/hawaii

C O N T I N E N TA L
hukilaumarketplace.com/new-pounders-lunch-menu
Golf
Bali Steak and Seafood..............(800) HILTONS Reef Bar and Market Grill........ (808) 924-7333
reefbarandmarketgrill.com GO LF COU RSES
baliwaikiki.com
Hawaii Prince Golf Club........... (808) 944-4567
Hapas......................................... (808) 921-4600 Roy’s Waikiki............................. (808) 923-7697
HawaiiPrinceHotel.com
sheratonwaikiki.com royshawaii.com/roys-waikiki.html
Ko Olina Golf Club.................... (808) 676-5300
House Without A Key............... (800) 367-2343 Seaside Grill............................... (866) 318-4579
koolinagolf.com
halekulani.com/dining/house-without-a-key kahalaresort.com
Royal Hawaiian Golf Club........ (808) 262-2139
Island BBQ at the Sprigs Grill................................. (808) 674-8222
royalhawaiiangc.com
Polynesian Cultural Center......(800) 367-7060 oahukapolei.embassysuitesbyhilton.com
Turtle Bay Golf........................... (808) 293-8574
polynesia.com Tiki’s Grill & Bar........................(808) 923-8454
TurtleBayResort.com
Island Buffet at the tikisgrill.com
Gateway Restaurant................ (800) 367-7060 Top of Waikiki........................... (808) 923-3877 PRO DU CTS AN D SERVI CES
polynesia.com topofwaikiki.com Tachibana Golf Tours................(808) 738-3000
Plantation Cafe.......................... (800) 367-6025 Veranda...................................... (866) 318-4579 tachibana.com
kahalaresort.com
alamoanahotel.com
Wai‘olu Ocean Cuisine...............(877) 683-7401
Services
Prime Rib Buffet
at the Gateway Restaurant.....(808) 293-3333 trumphotels.com/waikiki E D U C AT I O N A L P R O G R A M S A N D
polynesia.com INSTITUTIONS
Pronto Pickle............................... (800) 735-1111
hiltonhawaiianvillage.com Center for Hospitality
Surf Lanai....................................(808) 923-7311
& Tourism-BYU Hawaii.............(808) 675-4634
royal-hawaiian.com/dining/surflanai
I TA L I A N hospitality.byuh.edu
D ESSERTS Flour and Barley- Iolani School.............................. (808) 943-2325
Lappert’s Hawaii.......................(800) 356-4045 Brick Oven Pizza.......................(808) 892-2993 iolani.org
lappertshawaii.com flourandbarley.com
M E E T I N G S/C O N V E N T I O N S E R V I C E S
D I N N E R S H O W/C R U I S E J A PA N E S E
Accel Event Rentals................... (808) 484-2258
Atlantis Cruises.......................... (800) 548-6262 Goma Tei Ramen.......................(808) 664-0363 accelrentals.com
atlantisadventures.com/cruises gomatei.com
Aloha Booth Co.........................(808) 400-4334
Ha: Breath of Life at the Polynesian Miyako.......................................(800) 356-8264 AlohaBooth.co
Cultural Center..........................(800) 367-7060 kaimana.com
Aloha Holidays.......................... (888) 462-0999
polynesia.com Musubi Cafe Iyasume............... (808) 465-9682 alohaholidayshawaii.com
Magic of Polynesia.....................(877) 971-4321 tonsuke.com/eomusubiya
Amstar Hawaii,
magicofpolynesia.com Restaurant Yoshiya................... (808) 921-4600 DBA Worldstar........................... (888) 946-3930
sheratonwaikiki.com worldstargroups.com
FRENCH
La Mer......................................... (800) 367-2343 STEAK & SEAFOOD Chrysalis Events Hawaii........... (877) 989-4728
halekulani.com/living/dining/la_mer Azure Restaurant.......................(808) 923-7311 chrysaliseventshawaii.com
azurewaikiki.com CIH Events.................................. (808) 800-2787
H AWA I ‘ I R E G I O N A L
BLT Steak.................................... (808) 683-7440 cihevents.com
100 Sails Restaurant & Bar...... (800) 321-6248
100Sails.com bltsteakwaikiki.com Current Affairs........................... (877) 632-9666
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co........... (808) 949-4867 current-affairs.net
‘AMA‘AMA................ (866) 44 - DISNEY (347639)
resorts.disney.go.com/aulani-hawaii-resort bubbagump.com Events International Inc............ (808) 754-4775
The Buffet at Hyatt.....................(800) 233-1234 eventsint.com
bills | Waikiki.............................(808) 922-1500
billshawaii.com waikiki.regency.hyatt.com Gourmet Events Hawaii........... (808) 735-7788
Chuck’s Cellar............................ (808) 733-7500 gourmeteventshawaii.com
Chef Chai.................................... (808) 585-0011
ChefChai.com chuckshawaii.com Hawaii Expo.............................. (808) 536-2849
Duke’s Canoe Club - Waikiki... (808) 922-2268 hawaiixpo.com
Eating House 1849.................... (808) 924-1849
eatinghouse1849.com dukeswaikiki.com Hawaii Stage and
Herringbone Waikiki.................(808) 797-2435 Lighting Rentals Inc................... (808) 831-0332
The Grove and Passageway.... (808) 450-3379
herringboneeats.com/locations/waikiki hslr.com
themodernhonolulu.com/waikiki-restaurants
HY’s Steak House...................... (808) 922-5555 Hawaii State Tours.................... (800) 859-5969
Hau Tree Lanai.......................... (808) 921-7066
hyshawaii.com hawaiistatetours.com
kaimana.com
Nico’s at Pier 38........................ (808) 540-1377 Incentives Hawaii, Inc.............. (800) 258-5883
Hideout.......................................(808) 922-6600
nicospier38.com incentiveshawaii.com
laylowwaikiki.com
Orchids....................................... (800) 367-2343 Insider Experience.................. +61 3 9859 0660
Hoku’s......................................... (866) 318-4579
halekulani.com/dining/orchids-restaurant insiderexperiencedmc.com
kahalaresort.com
Ruth’s Chris Steak House.......... (808) 440-7910 Island Style Innovations........... (808) 294-6020
Kai Market................................. (808) 931-4600
ruthschrishawaii.com island-styleinnovations.com
sheratonwaikiki.com
Lychee......................................... (800) 367-6060 STRIPSTEAK Waikiki..................(808) 800-3094
alohilaniresort.com/dining/lychee stripsteakwaikiki.com
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JPG Media..................................(808) 429-4544 Aloha Stadium Swap S H O P LO C A L O N L I N E
JPGhawaii.com Meet & Marketplace.................(808) 486-6704 AlohaOutlet.Com....................... (808) 922-0536
Kailua Trophy and Engraving.. (808) 330-3091 AlohastadiumSwapMeet.net alohaoutlet.com
808engraving.com The Center of Waikiki................ (808) 521-2611 Aubrey Emi Designs...................(360) 878-1669
Kika Matsumoto........................ (808) 735-2088 robertsonpropertiesgroup.com/portfolio/center-of- AubreyEmi.com
waikiki
kikainc.com NOHO HOME by Jalene........... (808) 779-8576
International Market Place...... (808) 921-0536 manauphawaii.com/pages/our-cohorts
Kualoa - Hawaii.........................(808) 748-3219
shopinternationalmarketplace.com
kualoa.com Shop Polynesia.......................... (800) 367-7060
Luxury Row at shop.polynesia.com
Peerless Host Hawaii................ (808) 265-5107
2100 Kalakaua Avenue............ (808) 922-2246
peerlesshosthawaii.com
luxuryrow.com S P E C I A LT Y S H O P S & B O U T I Q U E S
PRA Hawaii................................ (808) 445-1208 Chanel Boutique........................ (808) 923-0255
Royal Hawaiian Center............ (808) 922-2299
PRA.com chanel.com
RoyalHawaiianCenter.com
Rock and Roll Team Building... (808) 230-1630 Diamond Guy Hawaii............... (808) 354-0559
rockandrollteambuilding.com H AWA I I A N A P R O D U C T S
diamondguyhawaii.com
Weil & Associates.......................(800) 367-2333 ABC Stores.................................. (888) 703-4222
Hawaii Estate
weildmc.com abcstores.com
& Jewelry Buyers......................(808) 729-6000
Wet Paint Group......................... (720) 693-8117 Beyond the Reef........................ (808) 945-2566 hawaiijewelrybuyers.com
wetpaintgroup.com beyondthereefhawaii.com
Na Hoku Hawaii’s
Big Island Candies - Oahu....... (800) 935-5510 Finest Jewelers Since 1924...... (808) 946-2100
P H OTO G R A P H E R S & V I D E O G R A P H E R S
BigIslandCandies.com NaHoku.com
Audio Visual Services............... (808) 331-8403
Good Feelings.............................(808) 517-3503 Thom’s Barber Shop.................. (808) 949-6081
audiovisualhawaii.com
goodfeelings.store
S P E C I A L N E E D S T R AV E L S E R V I C E S A N D Hawaii Coffee Company.......... (800) 338-8353
I N F O R M AT I O N
hawaiicoffeecompany.com Transportation
Hawaiian Islands Medical....... (833) 264-4633
Hawaiian Host, Inc...................(808) 848-0500 AI RLIN ES
himed.cc
hawaiianhost.com Alaska Airlines...........................(800) 252-7522
V I S I TO R R E S O U R C E S Hilo Hattie - The Store of Hawaii............(800) alaskaair.com
Currency Exchange hilohattie.com .233-8912
Hawaiian Airlines..................... (800) 367-5320
International.............................. (888) 998-3948 Honolulu Cookie Company...... (866) 333-5800 hawaiianairlines.com
waikikicurrencyexchange.com honolulucookie.com
Mokulele Airlines...................... (866) 260-7070
FareHarbor................................(808) 495-0244 Kamaka Hawaii, Inc.................. (808) 531-3165 mokuleleairlines.com
fareharbor.com kamakahawaii.com
Southwest Airlines.................... (800) 435-9792
Greeters Of Hawaii, Limited....(800) 366-8559 Kanile‘a Ukulele........................ (657) 266-0700 southwest.com
greetersofhawaii.com kanileaukulele.com
United Airlines........................... (800) 241-6522
Hana Hou!.................................. (808) 733-3333 Kōkua Sun Care.........................(808) 722-6816 united.com
hanahou.com kokuasuncare.com
BUSES AN D SH UT TLES
Hawaii.com................................ (808) 529-4700 Leis by Ron, Inc.......................... (808) 838-1455
hawaii.com LeisbyRonHawaii.com Polynesian Adventure Tours.....(800) 622-3011
polyad.com
Hawaii’s Best.............................(808) 465-8385 Little Surfboards......................... (541) 844-8191
livehawaiisbest.com littlesurfboards.com Polynesian Hospitality............. (808) 526-3565
phthawaii.com
LeiGreeting.com........................ (800) 665-7959 Mahinalani Gift Shop at the Polynesian
LeiGreeting.com Cultural Center..........................(808) 293-3058 Roberts Hawaii
shop.polynesia.com Express Shuttle.......................... (866) 898-2523
The Orchid Lei Company........... (808) 847-1107
AirportShuttleHawaii.com
TheOrchidLei.com Mana Up.....................................(808) 938-0300
manauphawaii.com Royal Star Hawaii
Pacific Business News............... (888) 254-5576
Transportation & Tours..............(808) 841-7827
pacificbusinessnews.com Manuhealii Inc............................(808) 942-9868
royalstarhawaii.com
manuhealii.com
ThisWeekMagazines.com.........(808) 843-6000
SpeediShuttle............................. (877) 242-5777
thisweekmagazines.com Mutual Publishing......................(808) 732-1709
speedishuttle.com
mutualpublishing.com
Travel Graphics International...(800) 436-4116
Travel Plaza Transportation.....(877) 644-8784
tgimaps.com Noa Noa Kona Incorporated... (808) 593-0343
TPTHawaii.com
noanoahawaii.com
Visitor Aloha
Society of Hawaii......................(808) 926-8274 North Shore Soap Factory....... (808) 637-8400 C A R S , M OTO R C YC L E S A N D M O P E D S
visitoralohasocietyofhawaii.org northshoresoapfactory.com 808 Smart Car Rentals.............(808) 735-5000
Where Hawaii........................... (808) 955-2378 Precious Hawai‘i.........................(808) 587-7775 hawaiismartcarrentals.com
wheretraveler.com precioushawaii.com Discount Hawaii
Car Rental - Oahu......................(800) 292-1930
Shopping T Galleria Hawaii by DFS..........(808) 931-2700
TGalleria.com discounthawaiicarrental.com
D E PA R T M E N T S TO R E S , S H O P P I N G Ulu Store at the Enterprise Rent-A-Car - Oahu..(808) 924-5459
CENTERS, AN D O UTLE TS Polynesian Cultural Center...... (808) 293-3053 Enterprise.com
Ala Moana Center......................(808) 955-9517 shop.polynesia.com Hawaii Car Rentals...........................................
alamoanacenter.com HawaiiCarRentals.net
Will Sales Consulting................(800) 988-4832
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L I M O U S I N E S , TA X I S , A N D R I D E S H A R I N G University Travel Service........... (818) 563-9808 Trade-Winds
Charley’s Taxi & Tours................(877) 531-1333 Management Group, LTD..........(808) 883-1600
VA C AT I O N PA C K A G E S A N D TO U R S
charleystaxi.com tmghawaiiltd.com
All About Hawaii........................(800) 274-8687
Lyft...................................................................... Travel Bug...................................(877) 827-3920
allabouthawaii.com
lyft.com travelbughawaii.com
ANA Sales Americas................. (808) 926-3877
Royal Hawaiian TravelBrands Inc......................... (416) 482-5906
anavacations.com
Limousine & Tours..................... (808) 275-6030 travelbrands.com
Apple Vacations.........................(800) 365-2775
royalhawaiianlimousine.com United Vacations....................... (888) 854-3899
AppleVacations.com
unitedvacations.com
T R A N S P O R TAT I O N F O R S P E C I A L N E E D S Blue Sky Tours............................(800) 678-2787
T R AV E L E R S YMT Vacations........................... (800) 922-9000
blueskytours.com
Wheelers Van ymtvacations.com
Bonotel Exclusive Travel........... (702) 796-5454
Rentals of Hawaii...................... (877) 735-6365
wheelersofhawaii.com
bonotel.com Weddings & Honeymoons
Costco Travel...............................(800) 877-2730 C AT E R E R S , FA C I L I T I E S , A N D V E N U E S
Travel Professionals costcotravel.com
Haiku Gardens Weddings.........(808) 247-0605
O N L I N E T R AV E L S E R V I C E S Delta Vacations..........................(800) 800-1504 haikugardens.com
delta.com/vacations
TripAdvisor......................................................... F LO R I S T S A N D F O R M A L W E A R
TripAdvisor Dragon Tours Corporation........ (808) 591-8988
dragontours.com Hawaii Flower Lei......................(800) 665-7959
T R AV E L A G E N T S HawaiiFlowerLei.com
Dream Vacation Builders......... (855) 378-3006
AAA Washington.......................(800) 562-2582 californiaticketandtourcenter.com OFFICIANTS
aaawa.com
Expedia.com...............................(800) 397-3342 My Hawaii Wedding................. (866) 498-0504
Hawaii Cruise Outlet................. (866) 291-4764 expedia.com myhawaiiwedding.com
hawaiicruiseoutlet.com
Flight Centre USA Inc................. (201) 934-3788 WED D I N G SERVI CES PROVI D ERS
Honeymoons, Inc........... (888) 811-1888 ext. 331 flightcentre.com
honeymoonsinc.com Best Bridal Hawaii..................... (808) 829-1423
Funjet Vacations........................ (800) 558-3060 thebesthawaiiwedding.com
Kintetsu International funjet.com
Hawaii Co................................. (808) 926-0647 The Best Hawaii Wedding......... (808) 829-1423
kintetsu.com Island Partners Hawai‘i.............(808) 589-5537 thebesthawaiiwedding.com
IslandPartnersHawaii.com
Kittie Travel................................. (808) 518-7642 Elegance With Grace.................. (808) 927-9921
kittietravel.com MC&A...........................................(877) 589-5500 elegancewithgrace.vpweb.com
mcahawaii.com
Nippon Travel Halekulani - Wedding............... (800) 367-2343
Agency Hawaii, Inc................... (800) 596-2240 Pacific Islands Institute.............. (808) 732-1999 halekulani.com/events/weddings
ntahawaii.com explorethepacific.com
Simple Oahu Wedding............. (808) 439-6700
Panda Travel.............................. (800) 303-6702 Pleasant Holidays..................... (800) 448-3333 simpleoahuwedding.com
pandaonline.com PleasantHolidays.com
Waikiki Weddings
Tour Park Waikiki......................(808) 924-2349 Sun Islands Hawaii, Inc............ (808) 926-3888 at the Modern Honolulu........... (808) 450-3379
sunislandshawaii.com themodernhonolulu.com/weddings-waikiki
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