Tips & Tricks

Located between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu, this is a favorite (and convenient) beach among locals. This is a great place to swim, picnic, stroll on the beach or to relax. The beach is over half a mile long and the water is calm because it’s protected by a shallow outer coral reef. The 100-acre park […]

Located in the heart of Kaka’ako (just minutes from Waikiki), this shopping center has over 135 retailers (such as Bed Bath & Beyond, Famous Footwear, Nordstrom Rack, Pier 1 Imports, Ross Dress For Less, Sports Authority and TJ Maxx), along with a variety of restaurants (mostly chain and fast food eateries), and a multiplex movie […]

This bar, located within the Sheraton Waikiki, has daily “happy hours” (3 pm – 5 pm). No doubt, Rumfire’s beachside location is reason enough to draw in a steady partying crowd – even during the week days.

This is a mellow lounge for wine lovers 30 and above. There is also an automated machine that (with use of a gift card), dispenses various vintages of wine in one shot (prices, depending on the vintage, runs from $1.50 to over $14 per ounce).

Located just 10-15 minutes by car from Waikiki (off State Highway 72 — Koko Head District Park), this is a rock formation and a blowhole that provide those passing through here with amazing photo opportunities. When the tide and wind are just right, it shoots up water like a whale’s blow hole. To the right […]

Located on the 21st floor of the Waikiki Business Plaza, this is a rotating restaurant & bar known for its 360-degree island views (offering both cocktails and Pacific Rim cuisine). This alone makes “Top of Waikiki” a “must do” destination for visitors. This place has “Happy Hour” twice daily: from 5pm – 7pm and again […]