Honolulu

A holiday in Honolulu

Are you looking for a warm tropical holiday, somewhere steeped in history, culture, activities and fun?  Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii can offer you all of that and more.

Honolulu’s first inhabitants date back to the 11th century, but it is better known for the 1941 bombing of Pearl Harbor.  Thanks to its warm tropical climate and booming tourism industry, it has enjoyed rapid economic growth.

Offering an excellent public bus and rail transport, you can get to see all the sites without needing to rent a car or private taxi.  Everything is within easy reach, so you can be sure to not miss any exciting site while on your holiday.

If you enjoy performing arts, then you will not be disappointed.  The Honolulu Symphony Orchestra is the oldest west of the Rocky Mountains.  The theatres always have delightful shows and music for you to see at the Hawaii Opera Theatre, the Hawaii Theatre or at the Diamond Head Theatre.

Looking to soak up some of the local culture?  Be sure to visit the Bishop Museum which is filled with natural historical artifacts.

Honolulu is very art orientated and this is displayed in the Honolulu Academy of Arts, the Contemporary Museum and at the Hawaii State Art Museum.

The great thing about Honolulu is how much there is to do, whether you are travelling as a couple or with your family.  The Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium are always a big hit.  The aquarium is also a working marine biology lab.  The Foster Botanical Gardens are always a treat, take a picnic lunch and enjoy being surrounded by beauty.

Dolphin Quest allows you to interact with dolphins or take surfing lessons on Waikiki Beach; a day of sunshine should not be missed in this area.  Why not take a 100 foot plunge in Atlantis Submarines, enjoy the underwater beauty of the sea creates while staying dry.

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and Pearl Harbor shouldn’t be left off your to-do list while visiting Honolulu.  There is always something for everyone here, but seeing Pearl Harbor in all its glory is an absolute must.

Being such a big tourism industrial area, there are many great offers on hotels in the area, all close to amenities and public transport routes, making them an ideal starting point for any holiday extravaganza.

The Ocean Resort Hotel is situated in Waikiki and is located close to the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium.  It offers a gift shop, currency exchange and wireless internet in public areas.

Maile Sky Court offers luxurious amenities at an affordable price.  Located close to Waikiki it is within easy reach of the International Market Place, Waikiki Beach and the Honolulu Zoo.  This hotel offers a restaurant, lounge bar, outdoor pool, sauna, hair salon, spa facilities and a gift shop.

If you are looking for lavish and luxury, then look no further than Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort and Spa.  This four star hotel is conveniently located near the International Market Place, Waikiki Aquarium and Diamond Head.  It offers its own private beach, restaurant and poolside bar.  It also boasts a lounge bar, twenty four hour room service, an outdoor pool, fitness facilities and valet parking.  Its renovation was completed in 2007 to enable it to offer you first class comfort on your holiday.

Whatever your reason for wanting to visit Honolulu this holiday, with so much to do on offer, it’s finding time to fit everything in that’s the problem.  From submarine trips and playing with dolphins to soaking up the city’s rich arts and cultural heritage, there is something for everyone whether young or old.

Other great ocean hotel properties include Royal Hawaiian, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Moana Surfrider Resort and Spa.