Ever thought about reading a book on top of a volcano? How about a quiet extinct one? Diamond Head State Monument offers fantastic vistas and shady places to enjoy inside the vulcanic crater. And then there’s the hike up to the crater rim with spectacular views on Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean.
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Kawaikui Beach is one of our favorite local spots on Oahu. Near Aina Haina, on the way to Hawaii Kai, most travellers pass this jewel of a beach park on their way to other destinations, but it definitely is worth a stop.
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Ala Moana Beach is popular among locals and tourists and it is one of our favorite places to read, especially just before sunset. Beautiful, tranquil turquoise water, accessible swimming areas and shady picnic spots make this a perfect place to spend some time relaxing while taking in the ocean waves and iconic scenery in urban Honolulu.
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