Frommer's Honolulu, Waikiki & Oahu

by Foster, Jeanette; Fujii, Jocelyn

• ISBN13: 9780764564116
• ISBN10: 0764564110
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-11-01
• Publisher: Frommer

Summary

You2ll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer2s. It2s like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they2ve done the legwork for you, and they2re not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer2s Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You2d be lost without us! Completely up to date, personally researched by local experts, and written in an honest, personal voice, Frommer2s Honolulu, Waikiki & Oahu is the premier guide to this fascinating island. It2s all here, from an amazingly diverse range of restaurants to the vibrant arts scene. Our candid and in-depth hotel reviews will help you find the perfect place to stay, whether you want a lavish high-rise resort on the sands of Waikiki or an intimate B&B on the remote north shore. No other guide comes close to matching our coverage of the island2s best beaches, golf courses, and adventure outings.

Table of Contents

List of Maps	viii
What's New in Honolulu & Oahu	1	(2)
The Best of Oahu	3	(19)
The Best Oahu Experiences	3	(1)
The Best Beaches	4	(4)
The Best Snorkeling & Diving Sites	8	(1)
The Best Golf Courses	9	(1)
The Best Walks	10	(1)
The Best Views	11	(1)
The Best Adventures for Thrill-Seekers	12	(1)
The Best Places to Discover the Real Oahu	12	(1)
The Best Luxury Hotels & Resorts	13	(2)
The Best Bargain Accommodations	15	(1)
The Best Resort Spas	16	(2)
Pampering in Paradise	17	(1)
The Best Restaurants	18	(1)
The Best Shopping	19	(1)
The Best Spots for Sunset Cocktails	20	(1)
The Best Oahu Websites	21	(1)
Planning Your Trip to Oahu	22	(37)
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The Island in Brief	22	(8)
Visitor Information	30	(1)
Money	31	(1)
When to Go	31	(6)
Oahu Calendar of Events	33	(4)
Health & Insurance	37	(4)
Don't Get Burned: Smart Tanning Tips	39	(2)
Tips for Travelers with Special Needs	41	(2)
Getting Married on Oahu	43	(2)
Money-Saving Package Deals	45	(2)
Getting There	47	(4)
The Welcoming Lei	50	(1)
Getting Around	51	(8)
Fast Facts: Oahu	56	(3)
For International Visitors	59	(9)
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Preparing for Your Trip	59	(3)
Getting to & Around the United States	62	(1)
Fast Facts: For the International Traveler	63	(5)
Accommodations	68	(39)
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Waikiki	72	(23)
What to Do If Your Dream Hotel Turns Out to Be a Nightmare	77	(3)
Family-Friendly Hotels	80	(15)
Honolulu Beyond Waikiki	95	(3)
The Windward Coast	98	(2)
The North Shore	100	(2)
Leeward Oahu: The Waianae Coast	102	(1)
Oahu's Campgrounds & Wilderness Cabins	103	(4)
Dining	107	(32)
Jocelyn Fujii
Waikiki	107	(7)
Honolulu Beyond Waikiki	114	(19)
Family-Friendly Restaurants	122	(5)
Local Chains & Familiar Names	127	(6)
East of Waikiki: Kahala	133	(1)
East Oahu	134	(1)
The Windward Coast	135	(2)
The North Shore	137	(2)
Fun in the Surf & Sun	139	(31)
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Beaches	139	(11)
Frommer's Favorite Oahu Experiences	144	(6)
Watersports	150	(6)
Nature Hikes	156	(6)
Great Golf	162	(5)
Other Outdoor Activities	167	(2)
From the Sidelines: Spectator Sports	169	(1)
Exploring Oahu	170	(45)
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Suggested Itineraries	170	(1)
Guided Tours	171	(2)
Historic Honolulu	173	(8)
Fish, Flora & Fauna	181	(3)
Especially for Kids	182	(2)
Spectacular Views	184	(2)
More Museums	186	(18)
Walking Tour 1: Historic Chinatown	187	(5)
Walking Tour 2: Honolulu Waterfront	192	(3)
Walking Tour 3: Historic Honolulu	195	(5)
Walking Tour 4: Kapiolani Park	200	(4)
Beyond Honolulu: Exploring the Island	204	(11)
Shopping	215	(21)
Jocelyn Fujii
In & Around Honolulu & Waikiki	215	(16)
Oahu's Vibrant Gallery Scene	218	(13)
Windward Oahu	231	(1)
The North Shore: Haleiwa	232	(4)
Oahu After Dark	236	(7)
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The Bar Scene	236	(1)
The Club Scene	237	(3)
The Performing Arts	240	(1)
More Entertainment	241	(2)
Appendix: Honolulu & Oahu in Depth	243	(18)
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1 History 101	243	(3)
2 Hawaii Today	246	(1)
3 Life & Language	247	(2)
4 A Taste of Hawaii	249	(4)
5 The Natural World: An Environmental Guide to the Islands	253	(8)
Index	261	(1)
General Index	261	(9)
Accommodations Index	270	(1)
Restaurant Index	271