Oahu travel tips
February 14th, 2008 by susan j
This week on Oahu is supposed to be warm and sunny (per usual). Here’s the scoop on next week’s weather on Oahu, courtesy of Weather.com:
Friday, February 15
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 69
Saturday, February 16
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 69
Sunday, February 17
Sunny iwth a high of 79, low of 69
Monday, February 18
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 69
Tuesday, February 19
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
Wednesday, February 20
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
Thursday, February 21
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
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February 11th, 2008 by jamie a
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As if the lush tropical setting and beautiful beaches didn’t already convince you, .
The article outlines the geography and environment of the island, as well as the climate and weather couples can expect for their trip. They have suggestions for activities to try during your stay, including watching the giant waves on the beach and hiking the trails in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
You should also be sure to enjoy a luau, kick back with a few Mai Tais, and spend lots of time relaxing to make the most out of your time together!
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February 8th, 2008 by jamie a
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GoHawaii.com offers in Oahu if you’re up for something unique during your vacation.
From grabbing a bite to eat from a shrimp truck to visiting Oahu’s farmer’s market, there’s plenty of things to see and do. The site even offers a list of the “Top Five Ways to Get Off the Beaten Path in Oahu”, complete with a maps of the destinations when you click on the suggestions on the list.
If you’re longing for local flavor and favorite hangouts, this is the perfect guide to start planning your trip.
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February 7th, 2008 by susan j
Here’s the scoop on next week’s weather on Oahu, courtesy of Weather.com:
Friday, February 8
Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69
Saturday, February 9
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
Sunday, February 10
Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
Monday, February 11
Sunny with with a high of 78, low of 71
Tuesday, February 12
Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69
Wednesday, February 13
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
Thursday, February 14 - Happy Valentine’s Day!
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 70
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January 31st, 2008 by susan j
Showers are in the weather forecast for this week on Oahu, so it might be a good time to check out some of Oahu’s museums. Here’s the scoop, courtesy of Weather.com:
Friday, February 1
Scattered showers and wind with a high of 79, low of 70
Saturday, February 2
Partly cloudy and windy with a high of 78, low of 70
Sunday, February 3
Partly cloudy with a high of 78, low of 69
Monday, February 4
Few showers with a high of 79, low of 70
Tuesday, February 5
Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69
Wednesday, February 6
Cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69
Thursday, February
Mostly sunny with a high of 77, low of 68
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January 30th, 2008 by susan j
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This weekend New York Times travel writer Matt Gross shared his experiences in . My boyfriend and I are planning a , so he eagerly forwarded me the article (there’s also a slide show and a video to accompany the article online). Gross visited the Big Island and Kauai, but we’ll be traveling to Oahu and the Big Island instead.
Still, the writer offers some helpful tips, like booking rooms at a bed and breakfast and foregoing the expensive local coffee (unless you’re a serious coffee connoisseur). So far, the boyfriend and I managed to snag airline tickets from Boston to Honolulu for about $500 on Delta Airlines, and we’re spending about $100/night at locally owned B & B’s, as Gross suggests. Stay tuned for more on my budget adventures in Hawaii!
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January 28th, 2008 by jamie a
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The How-To Travel Guru Jim Gullo recently posted an article entitled a guide to the conditions and environments on a number of sandy shores.
The winter brings varying conditions to all Hawaii’s beaches, and it’s important to know which ones are safe for the non-experienced beach-goers. Jim says that “North Beach, Pipeline, and other great North Shore beaches are strictly for pros right now…the exception to this is Waimea Bay Beach Park, which has a nice, protected lagoon where kids can safely splash around…”
Before jetting off to the islands, be sure to check out Jim’s article. It’s a great first-hand view for travelers to read, as well as a great resource that explains Hawaii’s beaches during the winter season.
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January 21st, 2008 by susan j
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TheHoneymoon.com lists Hawaii as one of its top romantic destinations for 2008. For all you love birds celebrating Valentine’s Day Hawaiian-style, we’ve put together a list of things to do on the island of Oahu this February 14.
For starters, there’s a Valentine’s Day Moonlight Cruise aboard the Navatek. The Pupu Menu includes bacon-wrapped scallions, shrimp kebobs, chocolate fondue, and more. Oahu Cityguide also lists 10 Romantic Restaurants for the big day.
Another option is the Hawaiian vow renewal ceremony being offered by the Outrigger Reef and Outrigger Waikiki. This ceremony is inspired by an ancient Hawaiian custom called Ho-ao Pa’a, which binds man and woman together in a lasting union. This event is free to guests staying at the two hotels, and sign-ups begin on January 14.
Wherever your travels take you this February, we hope your Valentine’s Day is filled with love and affection!
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January 18th, 2008 by susan j
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Call me crazy, but one of the first things I researched when the S.O. and I began planning a trip to Hawaii was places where I could find free wifi. Even being surrounded by gorgeous volcanic views and pristine sandy beaches, I knew that ten days without email or NYTimes.com would be testing the limits of my sanity. For those who are as computer-dependent as I am, I’ve put together a little primer on wifi so you can reap the benefits of my research, too.
You won’t have to look far for wifi, because Gate 13 at Honolulu Airport has free wifi. Once you leave the airport, you have several internet options in Waikiki, Honolulu, and the surrounding area. In Honolulu, the city provides free wireless internet access in several areas (find the hotspots on the city’s website). The entire Aqua Wave Hotel and Resort is also wired for internet. Just east of Honolulu in Waikiki, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand and the Coconut Cafe offer free wifi, too. Sharks Cove Grill in Haleiwa is another internet option.
View the complete list of wireless spots in Hawaii, including hotspots in Kauai, Maui, and the Big Island, on the Free Wifi Directory.
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January 17th, 2008 by susan j
The weather forecast for the coming week on Oahu is looking warm and sunny. Here’s the scoop, courtesy of Weather.com:
Friday, January 18
Mostly sunny with high of 77, low of 66
Saturday, January 19
Mostly sunny with a high of 77, low of 68
Sunday, January 20
Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 69
Monday, January 21
Sunny with a high of 79, low of 68
Tuesday, January 22
Sunny with a high of 77, low of 69
Wednesday, January 23
Mostly sunny with a high of 77, low of 68
Thursday, January 24
Mostly sunny with a high of 77, low of 68
Planning a trip to
Oahu?
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