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O'ahu, Hawai'i

Hawai'i is an island state of the United States of America and it is located in the Pacific Ocean.  Hawai'i is comprised of 137 volcanic islands.  The six major islands are:​​​

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  1. Kaua'i

  2. O'ahu

  3. Moloka'i

  4. Lāna'i

  5. Maui

  6. The island of Hawai'i​

 

O'ahu is the third largest and most populated island.  O'ahu is renowned for its iconic beaches, world-class surfing, historic landmarks and scenic landscape.​  The state's capital, Honolulu, is situated on the southeast coast of O'ahu.

Things to see and do in Honolulu...

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Visit the Lower Tantalus viewpoint for a view of Honolulu.

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Take a stroll on Waikīkī Beach.

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Explore the Ka‘ako Street Art.

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Visit Diamond Head Beach Park.

Instagrammable photography location in Honolulu...

Honolulu has numerous Instagram famous photography locations.  One Instagram famous photography location that I visited in Honolulu was Waikīkī Surf Alley.

Day trips from Honolulu...

North Shore

The North Shore is a coastal area between Ka'ena Point and Kahuku.  Its largest town is Hale'iwa.

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Sunset Beach

Windward Coast

The Windward Coast is a lush, green eastern coastline of the island that extends from Makapu'u in the south to the northern end toward Kahuku and Turtle Bay.  The coastline is renowned for its valleys, waterfalls and beaches.

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Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout

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Byodo-In Temple

Southeastern Shore

The Southeastern Shore extends from Diamond Head and Koko Crater to Kailua and Lanikai.  It is comprised of volcanic cliffs, turquoise lagoons and scenic coastal lookouts.

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Hālona Blowhole

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Lāna'i Lookout

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Makapu'u Lookout

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Sandy Beach

My most memorable memories of my trip to O'ahu will always be...​

  1. Visiting the magnificent Byodo-In Temple

  2. Exploring the vibrant Kaka'ako Street Art

  3. Visiting the Lower Tantalus viewpoint and Diamond Head Beach Park for awe-inspiring views of Honolulu​

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