DK Travel : Honolulu & O’ahu

O’ahu is the most populous of the Hawaiian islands, and its conjoined hubs are the city of Honolulu and the world-famous Waikīkī Beach. The vast majority of visitors make Waikīkī their base, venturing out on day trips to take in Honolulu’s many cultural attractions, Pearl Harbor, and other parts of the island. The family-friendly beaches and parks of the South hore and Kāne’ohe District are in striking distance of Honolulu, while diehard surfers head for the North Coast. The Polynesian Cultural Center is also an easy day trip from the city.

Chinese New Year

The sound of hundreds of thousands of firecrackers, the time-honored Lion Dance, and bountiful feasts mark Chinese New Year in the islands. It takes place in early February, and anyone can take part.
Ciao Mein

Quirky place offering both Italian and Chinese cuisine. Service is family style.
Clark Hatch Physical Fitness Center

With a network of centers throughout Asia and the Pacific, founder Clark Hatch’s philosophy is “total fitness.” Trained instructors create individual programs to promote a lifetime of well-being.
Coffee Gallery

Locally grown coffees are roasted daily at this Internet café.
Compleat Kitchen

Honolulu’s first upscale kitchen supply store stocks gorgeous bamboo cutting boards and other high-quality gifts for foodies.
Contemporary Hawaiian Music

The modern renaissance of the Hawaiian culture, which began in the late 1960s, continues to this day, with music playing a major role. The Brothers Cazimero, Ho’okena, the late Israel Kamakawiwo’ole, and Maui’s own Keali’i Reichel have combined their astounding voices with modern instruments and classic Hawaiian poetic techniques to create a magnificent new sound.
Contemporary Lei

From silk and ribbon to yarn, currency, and even candy, contemporary lei are made for every occasion.
Contemporary Museum

A gracious family property on Makiki Heights overlooking Honolulu has become a world-class art center, showcasing cutting-edge work. There are delightful gardens, a quirky gift shop, and an exceptional café.
Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Bank

Temporary exhibitions are held in the bank’s marble lobby and in a series of second-floor galleries.
Corn

Chefs delight in using sweet, locally grown corn – both white and yellow corn is cultivated in the islands.

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