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Waikiki and the stunning Waikiki Beach, on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, face south to the Pacific, with Kapiolani Park to the east and the Waikiki Yacht Harbor and Ala Moana Beach Park to the west. To the north is the wide tree lined Ala Wai canal overlooked by the green mountains and valleys of the Ko'olau mountains. Waikiki has been named the "Worlds Best Beach" because of its stunning views, great activities and friendly welcoming atmosphere. |
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Waikiki Hotels and condos range from budget to deluxe, with many of the hotels located on the beach or on Kalakaua Avenue, which runs parallel. Oahu has one of finest climates in the world, with year round sunshine and warm Pacific waters. The beach itself , with its mile and a half of white sand, is one of the cleanest, safest and finest beaches in the world. Offering excellent swimming, diverse activites and a great atmosphere, this is the home of surfing and for those who enjoy a great outdoor life style. |
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| The areas hotels and local restaurants number some 450, and have the widest possible choice imaginable. Outstanding is Pacific Rim cuisine and fresh Pacific seafood; both exceptional, as you would expect, from islands surrounded by the ocean and located thousands of miles from the nearest landmass. Entertainment and activities abound in the area from excellent live shows, pop and symphony concerts, ballet, cultural activities, ancient and modern Hula, Broadway plays and nightclubs. |
 The Waikiki Shell | There are many excursion opportunities, including submarine trips, whale watching, giant North Shore surf in the winter, numerous parks and gardens, Sunset Diner Cruises and Pearl Harbor & the USS Arizona Memorial. There is much to see and do on Oahu and nearby including The Polynesian Cultural Center, Sea Life Park, Waikiki Aquarium, you can swim at Hanauma Bay, a Marine Nature Reserve, hike in the Ko'olaou mountains, or visit The Bishop Museum, (the museum of the Pacific), or enjoy concerts at the Waikiki Shell in Kapiolani Park. |
Most visitors like to spend a few days in Waikiki before continuing to one of the other Hawaiian Islands. Hawaiian Holidays will provide expert advice on where to stay and what to do and you will discover a holiday destination that you will always want to return to. |