Oahu, Hawaii: The Way to Make Memories Happen...

A June 2006 trip to Oahu by smilingtraveller

Beautiful Big Clouds above the Pacific Photo - Diamond Head State Monument, Honolulu, Oahu

Quote: If you have time on your hands to explore beauty, read on to know how to see it, feel it and find it... in Oahu, Hawaii.

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Diamond Head State Monument

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Sweating, sunshine, awesome view and perserverence…If you’re a hiker, enjoy toning your leg muscles and enjoy the beautiful scenes that Nature can present then Diamond Head on the island of Oahu, Hawaii is the hiking trail for you and your partner/friend.Diamond Head is named after Western explorers mistook crystals in the rocks for diamonds.There is a entrance fee if you drive right into the base of the park. I believe it is $5.00. If you park across the street and enter by foot (through the Kahala Tunnel), it’s only a $1.00/person and it’s a great warm-up!It’s a 1.3km hike on semi-paved trail. So please, unlike some tourists, please wear runners or hikers and not h...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on February 18, 2008

Diamond Head State Monument
Diamond Head Road And 18th Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
808-587-0285

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Zanzabar Nightclub

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Bronze, mirrors, lights, laughter and love...You're allured by the unique Egptian and African decor in the foyer that makes you wonder what the upstairs is like with the beats and lights beckoning you to climb the spiral staircase.Zanzibar is a safe, upscale and yet relaxed nightclub in the heart of Waikiki. It isn't a far walk off the strip and there are two dancefloors. The main floor is much larger than the one in the back of the bar. The main dancefloor is a little small when it's a packed house, but it still makes it fun. The other dancefloor doesn't seems like one, but it is because I saw people dancing there. It seems to be a great place to sociliaze too since there are ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on March 31, 2007

Zanzabar Nightclub
Waikiki Trade Center - 2255 Kuhio Avenue
Honolulu 96826
(808) 924-3939

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Byodo-In Temple

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Byodo TempleI feel like I’m in Japan as I look upon the giant Buddha and Byodo Temple. Lilly pads and a serene swan swims by…Welcome to Byodo Valley of Temples! This is a peaceful homage to the first Japanese immigrants who came to Oahu. When you walk across the bridge, you should proceed to the Bell House (bon sho). It’s a large, 5ft, 3 ton brass bell that was cast in Osaka and you’re supposed to strike the bell with a large soft log (shumoku). It’s ringing is supposed to spread the teaching of Buddha and resonates through the park.Byodo translates into "Temple of Equality". Everyone certainly feels the calm and serene atmosphere as they walk over the bridge to this beau...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on February 17, 2008

Byodo-In Temple
Valley of the Temples Memorial Park
Kahaluu, Hawaii 96744
+1 808 239 8811

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Kualoa Ranch

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Kualoa RanchYou know when you see something so beautiful and your literally gasp? I did that at Kualoa Ranch. I usually do that when I’m humbled by Nature and this is one place that will be etched in your mind and heart forever.Kualoa Ranch is about 45 minutes from Waikiki and offers shuttles and excursion packages (including lunch) for those without transportation. It is considered to be the most sacred place on Oahu. Maybe that’s why I felt the way I did. It is an ancient site that was the residents of Kings and training grounds for royalty to learn social traditions. There’s no doubt that Hollywood felt this was a unique site and filmed many movies th...Read More