The island has 112 miles of beautiful coastline, offering a wide variety of beaches to enjoy.Oahu’s beaches are grouped into four areas, depending on their geographic location on the island. The famous North Shore has iconic surfing beaches, like Waimea Bay and Ehukai Beach, home of the Banzai Pipeline. Which beach in Oahu has the […]

In general, Oahu is usually much drier on the west side of the island (the leeward side) than the east side (the windward side), so you will find most of the greener landscape along the coastal areas to the east. What is the driest part of Oahu? Oahu – Basically the southern and southwestern end […]

The third largest island in Hawaii, and also the most populated, Oahu is home to approximately two-thirds of Hawaii’s population. And because of this, many people believe Oahu is entirely overrated – it’s too crowded, too busy, too developed, etc.Here are 13 reasons we absolutely love Oahu. Are Oahu beaches crowded? Oahu beaches are some […]

The best time to visit Oahu is from mid-April to early June or between September and mid-December. During these shoulder seasons, attractions are less crowded, festivals are plentiful and airfare and room rates are at their lowest. What month has the best weather in Oahu? The best months to visit Oahu are April (the first […]

Because Hawaii lies at the edge of the tropical zone, it technically has only two seasons, both of them warm. There’s a dry season that corresponds to summer (Apr-Oct) and a rainy season in winter (Nov-Mar). What is the rainiest month in Oahu? DecemberThe Best Time to Visit Oahu Rain typically falls overnight. December through […]

The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Honolulu is 1 in 30. Based on FBI crime data, Honolulu is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Hawaii, Honolulu has a crime rate that is higher than 75% of the state’s cities and towns of all sizes. […]

Some of the most scenic and beautiful parts of Oahu are definitely outside of Waikiki & Honolulu. Ko’olina on the leeward west side is, in our opinion, the best area to get a more authentic resort experience, especially if you’re looking to avoid some of the hustle/bustle of Waikiki. Which side of Oahu has the […]

The three beaches on Oahu with the calmest water are all in central Honolulu: The Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon/Beach in front of the Hilton Hawaiian VIllage. Ala Moana Beach Park, just outside of Waikiki across from the Ala Moana Center. Kuhio Beach Park, along Waikikiki, stretching from Uluniu Street to Kapahulu Avenue. Which side of Oahu […]

Oahu’s best beach is Lanikai Beach because it delivers all the elements necessary for the perfect beach experience: It’s isolated yet accessible, near the town of Kailua on the Windward Coast. The beach is in a residential neighborhood, which keeps the crowds away but can create parking problems. Which side of Oahu is best for […]

At Honolulu on Oahu, the ocean stays as warm as a heated swimming pool all year long. Ocean temperatures do differ by a few degrees throughout the Hawaiian Islands, though. The water off Honolulu, for instance, is typically 5 °F (3 °C) warmer than at Hilo on the Big Island.Average Ocean Temperatures for Hawaii. Honolulu […]

When you take your dream vacation to Hawaii, you naturally want to see more than one island. But closing the 80-mile gap between Oahu and Maui isn’t as easy as hopping on a ferry or hiring a shuttle. Treacherous currents between the islands throughout the year deliver stomach-rolling 20-foot swells. What is the best way […]

Re: Best way to get from Oahu to Maui? Nope… flying is the only way. We always fly Hawaiian Air for best on-time flights…you will be flying into OGG, Kahului, so rent your car there. Is it easy to travel from Oahu to Maui? When you take your dream vacation to Hawaii, you naturally want […]

So if you are on Oahu’s Windward Coast, you are likely in Kailua or Kaneohe, or visiting the spectacular Waimanalo Beach. The entire Windward side of the island can be seen from the Nu’uanu Pali Lookout, where winds can reach up to 80 MPH, and this part of the island is very wet, with a […]

Oahu, for example, has a large population of permanent residents now just under 1.5 million people. That is a lot of people living in a relatively small area. The island overall is extremely safe, and the different areas and regions to live on island are all safe. What should I avoid in Oahu? What to […]

they are usually either right on or really close to teh beach. yes, it is windy and it does depend on what time of year and what the weather is like but it pretty much is ALWAYS windy. Is it always windy on the North Shore of Oahu? It is windy all over Oahu all […]