What to do in Waikiki

24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this former home of Hawaiian royalty has undergone a breathtaking renaissance. Today, Waikiki is a vibrant center of activity, a destination that showcases the spirit of Aloha to the world.

Waikiki Water Activities
Begin your visit by strolling along Waikiki's beautiful beaches. Stretching from Duke Kahanamoku Beach near the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort to the Duke Kahanamoku Statue on Kuhio Beach and beyond, you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe or take your first surfing lesson or group outrigger canoe ride.

Who knows, you may even get a surfing or outrigger paddling lesson from one of the real Waikiki Beach Boys, instructors who come from a long line of watermen taught by Duke Kahanamoku himself.

Waikiki Land Activities
After a day at the beach, explore Waikiki by foot, bike or even rented moped. Learn how to strum an ukulele or dance the hula at the Royal Hawaiian Center. Picnic with the family in Kapiolani Park then visit the Honolulu Zoo across the street. There are endless Waikiki attractions to explore. Or venture beyond Waikiki to Pearl Harbor or the North Shore to get the most out of your stay on Oahu.

Waikiki Restaurants and Bars
As the sun sets, explore Waikiki's lively restaurant, bar and nightlife scene in places like the new Waikiki Beach Walk. Before you know it, the sun will rise over Waikiki again, marking a fresh new day of fun and activity.


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Iolani: Hawaii's Royal Palace

A short walk from the State Capitol in downtown Honolulu is the seat of Hawaii's former government. Built in 1882 for King Kalakaua, Iolani Palace is the only restored royal palace in the United States. Until 1893 when the United States government overthrew the Hawaiian monarchy, this Renaissance-style building was the official residence of King Kalakaua and Queen Lili'uokalani, Hawaii's last two monarchs.

Following the overthrow, the palace was stripped of its furnishings and used by territorial and state governments as an executive building. In 1969 when the State Capitol was completed, the Palace was vacated and Friends of 'Iolani Palace began a $7.5 million restoration of the building. During the 76 years the palace was used as a government building, more than 10,000 artifacts were sold at auction. About 4,000 of them have been recovered.

Visitors learn quickly that they are expected to enter the palace with proper respect for both its past and present. No water, no candy, no gum. No ball point pens, no photos. Beepers and cell phones off. Keep your booties on at all times.

The tour begins in the Visitor Center located in Iolani Barracks where a short video of the palace history is shown. Once inside the palace, the tour moves up a magnificent curved staircase made of hand-carved Hawaiian woods and leading to the second floor living quarters of the royal family. Built at a cost to the Kingdom of Hawaii of $360,000, the palace features 7,000 feet of koa wood. The first floor contains the state dining room, the throne room and the blue room.

Guided tours of the palace are available Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Tours are 90 minutes long. (There is a wheelchair ramp leading to the palace and an elevator inside the building.) There is an admission fee and reservations are recommended. Call 522-0822 for more information.
In addition to the palace tour, a self-guided tour through galleries installed in the basement of the mansion is available. The galleries, which are wheelchair-accessible, showcase the crown jewels of Hawaiian royalty and a collection of ancient regalia. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Please note that children under 5 are not allowed inside the main Palace.

Ron Trimper
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Hungry in Hawaii??

In my day to day activities of planning those perfect vacations, I often get asked for restaurant recommendation for those vacationing in Hawaii. Well here is a link to my favorite all around good food and fun kinda place in The Hawaiian Islands. LuLu's. With locations in Waikiki, Maui and Kona they are sure to become on of your favorites as well. So on your next sojourn to Hawaii give  them a try, breakfast, lunch and dinner......great bar too!!

Ron
http://lulushawaii.com/

I Love.....The Outrigger Reef Hotel in Waikiki

I last stood at the Outrigger Reef in Waikiki two years ago during their renovation. Coming back to Waikiki to see it finished was a joy! The outdoor bar and stage area next to the pool was new. They had top notch local musicians every night. The Shorebird restaurant and Ocean House are so good! The rooms are fantastic and newly decorated. Free internet!! The staff was helpful and friendly. Being located on Waikiki Beach is always a plus. It is in the best location right on the Waikiki Beach Walk. Love it!!

Contact me for more information on this fabulous resort or other in Waikiki
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Don't you just love to vacation in Hawaii?

The twin towers of the great Hyatt Regency in Waikiki Beach.







The pool and beach at the fabulous Hyatt Regency Hotel in Maui, it is a great place for a Hawaii vacation!