Where to See Sea Turtles on Oahu (Without Disturbing Them)
Hawaiian green sea turtles bask on Oahu's beaches almost daily. Here is how to see them the right way.
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Byodo-In Temple: Oahu's Hidden Japanese Treasure in the Valley of the Temples
A replica of a 900-year-old Kyoto temple, tucked into a misty valley on Oahu's windward coast.
Nu'uanu Pali Lookout: History, Views, and Why It's More Than a Photo Stop
This windswept cliff is where Kamehameha the Great won the battle that unified the Hawaiian Islands
The Best Local Food Stops on Oahu That Tourists Almost Never Find
Skip the hotel restaurant. Here is where Donna takes her guests and where she eats on her days off.
Oahu with Kids: A Parent's Guide to the Best (and Worst) Activities by Age
Some Oahu activities are magical with kids. Others are a $200 meltdown waiting to happen. Here is how to tell the difference.
First Time on Oahu? Here's How to Spend 3, 5, or 7 Days
Oahu is compact but packed. Here is how to structure your trip without overplanning or missing the essentials.
Oahu's North Shore in Winter vs. Summer: Two Completely Different Experiences
The North Shore you see in December is not the North Shore you see in June. Both are spectacular, but for entirely different reasons.
How to Visit Pearl Harbor: Tickets, Timing, and What Most Guides Won't Tell You
Pearl Harbor is the most visited site in Hawaii. The logistics trip people up every time. Here is how to get it right.
Private Tour vs. Bus Tour on Oahu: What Is Actually Worth Your Money?
You have seen the $90 bus tours and the $550 private tours. Here is what you are actually getting for each price.
One Day in Oahu from a Cruise Ship
You just docked in Honolulu and you have 8 to 10 hours before the ship sails. Here is how to make every one of them count.
The Best Shave Ice in O'ahu
From legendary North Shore institutions to hidden neighborhood gems, here's where to find the island's finest frozen treat — not a snow cone, never "shaved" ice, and always worth the drive.