You always hear about the clear blue water, and you wonder if it really is that clear or blue. Well, if you live near either coast on the mainland, you will think it's clear...and blue!
This view is from the top of Diamond Head. It's a bit of a climb, but totally doable...and once you get to the top, wow, I was breathless. It's just GORGEOUS up there!
I'll admit, I did hit up the touristy spots, and when you think of Hawaii, who wouldn't think of North Shore? I hate to age myself, but does anyone remember the movie "North Shore"? :o) Okay, moving on...
It wasn't as crowded as I expected it to be, but I heard it wasn't the busy season during this time. Afterwards, you must have some shaved ice! Try Aoki's or Matsumoto's Shaved Ice! They both rest on this stretch of highway that leads up to Haleiwa, where North Shore is.
I highly recommend visiting the Dole Plantation. BEST. PINEAPPLE. EVER.
Other things you must try...
the shrimp trucks. Delicious!
the Paradise Cove Luau ... need I say more? ;o)
Try an excursion or two. I tried the Bike Hawaii downhill mountain biking tour, and it was awesome! You get to see Oahu from another vantage point, and if you're lucky, it'll rain on ya while you're biking downhill. :o)
Someone actually had a minor accident when I was there, so when they tell you to follow the rules, make sure you follow them!
... and of course, Pearl Harbor. Great place to visit, and it's free!
The shopping. OH THE SHOPPING! I recommend the Ala Moana shopping center, as well as the strip that leads down to Waikiki Beach on Kuhio Street. You can thank me later! :o)
After I got back, I headed over to the east coast. Stay tuned for more!
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