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Thursday, January 01, 2009
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Category: Romance and Relationships
Ideas for a Romantic Oahu, Hawaii Vacation - Adventures, Dining and Romantic Oahu, Hawaii HotelsWe hope you'll like our collection of ideas, tips and information on some of the best romantic oahu, Hawaii vacation spots for couples. We include condo and beach rentals in oahu, Hawaii, tips on Wakiki free things to do, romantic beaches, vacation spots, and some of the most romantic things to do in Oahu, Hawaii. Oahu
 Things To Do On Oahu - There are all kinds of activities and sights both in Waikiki and around the rest of the island.
A Look at Some Fun & Romantic Things to Do on Oahu Hey! It's Waikiki Beach. One of the most famous of all Hawaiian beaches. And like you’ve probably heard, it is crowded! There are a couple reasons for that – it’s close to many major Waikiki hotels, and it’s actually a very good beach in spots! Warm water, some waves but not too turbulent, decent sand, lots of sun, and every imaginable convenience about 2 blocks away! Always spend at least 1 day at or near Waikiki beach, just to be there, watch the other sun worshippers, and stock up on sunscreen and cheap beach mats! There's usually music and entertainment after dark along the beach front hotels. A couple of gorgeous hotels to just stroll through the breezy lobby are the Royal Hawaiian and Sheraton Moana. There are some interesting places to eat nearby too. The Shorebird Restaurant & Beach Bar is a great place for a nice romantic evening meal. You cook your own steak on an open flame grille, there’s live Hawaiian music, and you get a beautiful view of Diamond Head and the sun setting over the Pacific! After dinner, you can stroll along the darkened beach, or wander out to the end of the pier for a look at all the lights along the shore. You can find the ShoreBird Restaurant at the back of the Outrigger Reef Hotel, right on the beach. Here are some Oahu day trip ideas to find some quieter places away from Waikiki: (and for tips on finding the best deals on entertainment, dining and tours in and around Waikiki. Ala Moana Beach Park Ala Moanna is a nice alternative to Waikiki, and less crowded too (apparently not that safe after dark though). Here’s the plan: take the bus there around noon (Bus 8 from Waikiki), enjoy the beach and nearby park in the afternoon, then walk across the street to the Ala Moana Shopping Center for a cheap eat in their huge food court! Then, for a different way home, pay $2 and board the pink shopping shuttle (catch them outside beside the covered parking lot). It’s an open-sided trolley wagon that does a circuit from the mall back to all the major Waikiki hotels. In the evening it’s a gorgeous look at the city, with the warm breeze in your hair. An inexpensive Honolulu tour! It tends to be a little less crowded at night too. Diamond HeadHiking up to the top of Diamond Head is one of the more strenuous things to do on Oahu, but the views are well worth it. We headed out a couple hours before sunset and caught some great views of Waikiki beach, the ocean, city and surrounding mountains. Cost for the hike is now $1 ($5 for car entry). Hanuama BayHanuama Bay is easy to get to, even if you don’t have a car. You can find transit maps and schedules at a nearby McDonalds. Bus 22 takes you straight through Waikiki and east to Hanuama Bay. If snorkelling is on your list of things to do on Oahu, you’ll find Hanuama a nice “snorkel and sand” excursion for the day. You can rent snorkel gear there as well. The water is fairly calm, and the underwater visibility of the coral was quite good! Warning: It gets crowded by noon. Romantic Tour of Oahu
To get away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki, one of the most romantic things to do on Oahu is a circle tour of the island by car. Honolulu is a good starting point.
Start off heading west for a full day circle tour of the island. If the weather is good (and most of the time it is) you can just go from beach to beach - there’s over 130 of them!
And when you find the right one, stop and just relax, maybe do a little swimming, read a good book, or work on your tan.
Along the way you’ll also find:
- The North Shore: world class surfers here with some of the biggest waves in the world!
- Waimea Falls Park: Beautiful secluded waterfalls, although not so secluded if the tourist busloads beat you to it! Cultural shows, cliff diving exhibition, horseback rides and a lot more. A bit on the pricey side ($24).
- Polynesian Cultural Center: A huge pavilion of everything Polynesian. We toured the grounds, had the buffet and watched the impressive evening show. To do this justice (and get your money’s worth!) you do need to spend all day though. Alot of Hawaii vacation packages include a day trip here – it’s one of the most popular things to do on Oahu.
- Pali Lookout: One of the best views in all of Oahu. Open 9-4 daily. Watch out for high winds!
- Kailua Beach: We’ve heard lots of “Oahuites” love it!
Travel to Hawaii
Low-priced flights to Honolulu are fairly easy to find, since most of the major US airlines fly there - United, American, and Delta. Instead of trying to piece everything together, we recommend getting an air and hotel package for your romantic trip to Hawaii. It will mean less hassle, and a better deal too. How to Get from Honolulu International Airport to Waikiki: "HNL" will be where your Hawaii vacation starts, and it's about a 1/2 hour drive from the airport to downtown Waikiki. Numerous car rental, taxi and Honolulu airport shuttle bus ($12-$15) options are there. When is the best time to visit Hawaii? Just about anytime is good! December to March will be a little more crowded, pricier and hotter. The weather is fine year-round, but spring and fall give you the best balance of everything.Next Month We'll Take A Look At Maui, Hawaii Until then Please visit www.misfitsonline.net to find your perfect partner for a Romantic Hawaiian getaway.
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