Honolulu, Hawai’i (Island of Oahu)

Aloha and welcome to paradise. As soon as you walk off the plane you feel the tropical island vibes. From the Hawaiian music playing throughout the terminal to the island air greeting you as you exit the terminal doors. There truly is something special about the Hawaiian Islands and it’s people. The history of the Hawaiian Islands dates back 1,500 years ago when Polynesians navigated the waters of the Pacific Ocean and landed on these islands. Today, Hawai’i is a true cultural melting pot. Hawaii’s culture of today is a mix of the Native culture along with those who migrated from China, Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, and others who came to work the sugar plantations in the 1800’s. Over the years, as this ‘pot’ continued to ‘add’ and ‘mix’, it has created a place with all types of amazing foods with traces of their origins. The island of Oahu has so many things to do and see that you don’t want to miss out on. I would highly recommend renting a vehicle during your stay so that you can wander the island and see more than just the famous beaches of Waikiki.

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Now that I’ve probably made you hungry, let’s talk about some of the hikes and other places you won’t want to miss. There are numerous hikes throughout the island of Oahu and they range from easy to difficult depending on your hiking experience. One of the most popular, and rated about a 2 or 3 on a scale of 10, is the Manoa Falls hike. It is located in the back of Manoa Valley. You’ll have to pay for parking which fills up fast. You’ll follow the road to the trail heads to start the 1.7 mile hike out and back. It will probably take you a little over an hour to an hour and a half complete, depending on your pace and if you stop and spend time at the water fall. If it has rained recently, it will probably take you longer as the trail will be muddy. You will be up under the rainforest canopy, so make sure you bring bug spray and water. Also, I recommend wearing sneakers or hiking shoes, not slippahs (slippers, sandals, flip-flops, etc.).

 
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