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O'ahu

 O'ahu, the most populated of the Islands with over 950,000 residents, features the world-class resort city of Honolulu and its well known Waikiki Beach.

Oahu is the island  with Honolulu, Waikiki, Don Ho, the Dole Plantation and North Shore surfing and Pearl Harbor.  Known to the ancient Hawaiians as "The Gathering Place", Oahu is truly one of the most beautiful Islands in the world.
Honolulu is the State Capitol as well as the county seat. Total area is 594 sq. miles - 44 miles long and 30 miles wide and 112 miles of coastline. The highest point is Kaala Peak with an elevation of 4,003 ft above sea-level.

Waikiki beach is the most popular tourist destination on the islands. You can take tour busses or drive to the following popular attractions (driving times included):


Arizona Memorial -     30 minutes
Downtown Honolulu - 15 minutes
Hanauma Bay -            30 minutes
Airport -                      35 minutes
Sea Life Park -            40 minutes
Polynesian Cultural Center - 75 minutes
Waimea Falls Park -      65 minutes
 

While in Waikiki take a short walk to the zoo. Marvel at the Galapagos tortoises