Things to do in Waikiki, Hawaii

With so many activities waiting for you in Waikiki, it’s easy to find yourself overwhelmed with the vast array of itinerary in store for you.  With some researching efforts, you’ll find out the best places to hang out while you’re in Waikiki.

Before you plan to go anywhere else in Waikiki, Hawaii, it is best to determine first the interests of the people in your group.  Based on what your group enjoys doing, you can then make an itinerary which suits you best.

For a many tourists, getting to spend a few days in the spectacular beach of Waikiki is something they must not miss.  The beauty of Waikiki beach is simply captivating, and no trip to Hawaii is complete without making a stop here.

Waikiki, Hawaii is also a great place for shopaholics to indulge and spend their time in.  Fancy boutiques and souvenir shops are all over the place, while top-notch restaurants are waiting to give you a taste of their signature dishes.

Once you’ve spent some unwinding and bathing in the sparkling blue waters of Waikiki, you might want to try other exciting activities here such as snorkelling and other types of water sports.  Snorkelling is one of the best ways to enjoy nature’s beauty along with the whole family, plus it’s inexpensive too!

Jet skis and boats are also available for rent in the beach area, and is very exhilarating way of enjoying the crystal clear waters of Waikiki, Hawaii.

Other water sport equipment and swimming gear is available for rent along the beach area.  You can opt to do some canvassing to find out which stall offers the best price for equipment rentals.  Having your paradise getaway here in Waikiki, Hawaii will absolutely become part of the most memorable moments in your life.

Take a walk outside of Waikiki – Kapahulu Dining Adventures

Have you been longing for new experiences and taste treats?  Are you sick of lounging on the beach while on your stay in the Waikiki area?  Don’t you think its about time you go out on a new adventure and try something different?  You may want to try walking down Kapahulu Street to experience cuisines which will definitely take you on a journey around the world.  Situated between the H1 freeway and Kalakua, Kapahulu is filled with exotic and interesting restaurants.

To get there, you can travel from the Diamond Head side of Waikiki and head north (towards the mountains) to Kapahulu Street.  Since parking here is quite scarce, it is highly recommended that you instead walk your way through this mile long road.  This will not only allow you to experience the local flavors of the area, but it will also provide your legs with plenty of exercise.  A lot of dining spots here are Mom and Pop shops, in which service is personal and food is pretty much affordable.  President Obama usually visits this area for his favorite local food, care to know which one?

This adventure of yours will definitely take you for a travel around the world.  You might want to try the local ono (good) Hawaiian specialties such as pupus (small samplers), shave ice, plate lunches and pork sandwiches.  Asian dishes are also part of the regular fare, with the likes of ramen (Japanese noodles), Pho (Vietnamese noodle soup, pronounced as “fuh”), tempura and sushi gracing the tables.  Mediterranean specialties do not come far behind, with well-known dishes such as hummus and stuffed grape leaves among the most common requests – all while enjoying a gracious performance by colorful dancers.  If you love Mexican food, you can also get your fill and have them served to your liking, be it spicy or mild.  For those who can’t leave the American fare behind, you can also stick with the usual biggie burgers with fries.

Try not to eat up to your limit as there are also plenty of luscious desserts waiting for you at one of the specialty bakeries along the way.  The ever popular chocolate cake and Baklava are both must-trys – you simply can’t afford to miss these.  I personally can’t find the strength to resist the freshly baked masalas, especially the cinnamon sugar variant.  Should you find yourself in the midst of a long line, don’t be discouraged – the line moves pretty quick, and the wait is always definitely worth it!

Make sure that you drop by and have the adventure of your life in this Kapalulu strip.