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Inside Background
Culture 
The main contribution to the culture of the area of Hawaii is that of the...
Last edited: June 27, 2006
History 
The original settlers of the island of Oahu were Polynesian migrants who...
Last edited: June 14, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Book lovers traveling to Oahu may be interested in the following: Guidebooks...
Last edited: March 28, 2008
Tourist Board Info 
There are two different visitor’s centers which travelers to Oahu should...
Last edited: August 23, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
The temperature in Oahu stays approximately the same throughout the year...
Last edited: December 22, 2008
Driving Tours 
DRIVING TOUR #1 - MINI-CIRCLE ISLAND TOUR Takes 3-6 hours depending on the...
Last edited: November 16, 2009
Intro to Oahu 
The one thing that I wished that I had known about before my "first-ever" trip...
Last edited: February 22, 2007
Maps 
http://honolulu.h... Good driving tour maps http://oahu.aloha... Several good...
Last edited: November 02, 2009
North Shore 
The North Shore of Oahu is the surfing capitol of the world. It is  known for...
Last edited: October 08, 2009
Things to Do on Oahu 
Diamond Head Crater.  It can be viewed from a number of vantage points, and...
Last edited: June 20, 2009
Websites 
Accomodation Kauai Vacation Rentals SummitPacific's large selection of...
Last edited: November 25, 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Oahu is an island, so the only two ways to get to the area are via plane or via...
Last edited: June 14, 2006
Getting Around 
There are a number of different options for travelers in terms of how to get...
Last edited: April 19, 2007
Public Transportation 
The most frequently used form of public transportation in Oahu is the bus...
Last edited: June 14, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Many people choose to rent cars from the Honolulu International Airport...
Last edited: August 03, 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
There are plenty of events in Hawai`i to meet all visitors tastes. The largest...
Last edited: March 13, 2008
Family Travel 
We have four children this year going with us. We have had such a great time...
Last edited: May 31, 2006
First-time Visitors 
There's a lot to do in Oahu, so you'll probably need more than a week to really...
Last edited: February 28, 2008
Museums & Attractions 
In Oahu, Hawaii there is a lot of stuff to do. There is surfing, snorkeling...
Last edited: September 05, 2009
Nightlife 
  A town catering to tourists in the way Oahu does is practically required to...
Last edited: December 23, 2006
The Performing Arts 
Anyone interested in any sort of performance art should be sure to check out...
Last edited: November 02, 2008
Shopping 
When people are on vacation, they like to treat themselves to things which they...
Last edited: September 05, 2009
Sports & Activities 
The Royal Hawaiian Catamaran is a classic catamaran with a beautiful teak...
Last edited: June 22, 2009
Oahu with kids 
If you are hitting Oahu with your kids, you may or may not need this article...
Last edited: August 19, 2009
Planning a Wedding on Oahu? 
You've decided to get married in Hawaii. Congratulations! Oahu is a popular...
Last edited: October 14, 2009
Simply Wood Studios, an all Wood Gallery 
Simply Wood Studios has very unique items made of wood.  You can get furniture...
Last edited: October 25, 2008
Waialua Sugar Mill 
On your trip out to the North Shore, don't forget to stop at the Waialua Sugar...
Last edited: September 05, 2009
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve 
To get to Hanauma Bay, take Kalanianaole Highway east from Honlulu, or simply...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
Sandy Beach Park 
When you watch the (local) body boarders that call this beach home it is very...
Last edited: August 19, 2007
Sharks Cove 
Shark's Cove is known for great snorkeling. Compared to Hanauma Bay, it has...
Last edited: June 18, 2008
U.S.S. Missouri Memorial 
The standard group tour of the USS Missouri takes about an hour.   It is a...
Last edited: May 06, 2008
Waimanalo Beach 
Waimanalo Beach is a large, typically residential beach, so it is rarely busy...
Last edited: January 12, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
One of the places that I have eaten at is the Hungry Lion, they have good food...
Last edited: May 02, 2006
Breakfast 
Leonard's 933 Kapahulu Ave. 737–5591 One of the best treats in Oahu is to try...
Last edited: November 02, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Matsu-Ken on North King Street  in Kalihi District of Honolulu  sells the...
Last edited: April 23, 2008
Late-night Dining 
Oahu is a haven for foodies from morning and through the wee hours of the...
Last edited: April 29, 2009
Outdoor Dining 
Outdoor Dining on Oahu is a special treat with its magnificent scenic views...
Last edited: October 08, 2006
Eat like a Local 
Eat like a local on Oahu  Oahu is foodie heaven!  From hidden gems and...
Last edited: April 15, 2009
Oahu: Cheap Eating 
While you may like to have a fine dining experience or two while in Oahu, for...
Last edited: April 19, 2007
Dining on a budget on Oahu 
Your best bet for dining on a budget in Oahu is to shop at the Walmart/Sams...
Last edited: March 11, 2008
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: March 06, 2009
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: July 31, 2009
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: May 26, 2009
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: July 22, 2009
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: August 08, 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: March 07, 2009
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: October 24, 2008
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: April 27, 2009
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: August 25, 2009
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: December 06, 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: August 25, 2009
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: August 19, 2009
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: September 23, 2009
Traveling by Car in the US 
Most first-time visitors to the United States will go to typical tourist areas...
Last edited: July 20, 2009
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: April 04, 2009
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: May 13, 2009
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