When Visiting Hawaii, Waikiki Beach Is Something You Won’t Want To Miss

Picture this…
The ocean’s vibrant blue water, rushing upon warm white sand, a gentle breeze rustles through the nearby palm trees and the hot sun warms your back as you dig your toes into the sand.

Welcome to the beautiful shores of famous Waikiki

Beach. Lined with palm trees and city buildings it is a perfect blend of historic and urban lifestyles.

A beautiful 2 mile stretch of white sand, Waikiki Beach follows along Kalakaua Ave. on the beautiful island of Oahu Hawaii.

Overlooking the beach is the magnificent Diamond Head crater. This state monument’s hiking trail takes visitors on a walk through under ground tunnels and old military bunkers. Then at the top of Diamond Head, visitors are greeted by a breath taking view of Honolulu.

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Waikiki was once the home of Hawaiian royalty, and famed surfer, Duke Kahanamoku,

the “father of modern surfing”, who’s bronze statue stands ready to welcome you onto the beach. Duke Kahanamoku was born on August 24, 1890. He was an amazing swimmer and broke the world record in 100 yard freestyle swimming in 1911. In 1912, 1920 and 1924 he competed in the Olympics, never leaving empty handed. All together Duke won 3 gold medals and 2 silver. Later he began his acting career in Hollywood. The Hawaiian hero died on January 22, 1968.

Where Waikiki once housed royalty, it is now a place built to attract tourists. The beach is lined by a wide variety of hotels, restaurants and shops. Entertainment can be found around every corner.

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At the beach you can do a variety of activities such as, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, or just soaking up the sun. You can also enjoy “Sunset on the Beach”, a free event, where a 30 foot screen is set up, turning the beach into an outdoor movie theater for all.

There’s never an end to the things you can see and do at Waikiki Beach.