Even if you are the most unique person in the world, the truth is, when you hear the words “Hawaii” and ”vacation” uttered in the same sentence, the first thought that comes to you and the rest of the world’s mind is the beach. And with literally hundreds of beaches on Oahu alone, finding the right one for you can be a job in itself. But have no fear, we’re here to help! So without further ado, we present (drum roll please) the 5 beaches you have to visit during your stay on Oahu:
Host to more than 4 million visitors every year, this is hands down the most popular and (dare we say) cliché beach on all of Oahu (and possibly even the world). Roughly 2 miles, Waikiki Beach is home to the famous Duke Kahanamoku Statue and Queens Surf Beach, along with a number of new and historic oceanfront hotels and bars. With daily surf lessons, stand up paddle board and kayak rentals as well as ice cold island drinks with the iconic Diamond Head Crater in the....
Minutes away from Waikiki is the half mile stretch of beach surrounded by a fringe of reef, creating a calm kid-friendly swimming environment. To the left of Ala Moana is Magic Island, a man made peninsula with large seawalls and a shallow lagoon. A beautiful beach park accompanies both beaches, complimenting the white sand and cool waters with wide open spaces and picnic areas; perfect for soccer...
Located in the beautiful Ko’olina Resort, on the Leeward (Western) Coast of Oahu, are 4 pristine man-made lagoons surrounded by a white sandy beaches and shaded picnic areas. With calm ocean waters, on duty lifeguards along side some of the most luxurious hotels and resorts on the island (including Disney’s brand new Aulani Resort), this beach is the perfect location for families and couples looking to get away from the busy beaches of Waikiki while still spending their time in an upscale Hawaiian vacation resort....
Our pick of the North Shore. Surrounding the legendary Waimea Bay, this beach is notorious for its epic shore break and monstrous winter waves. During the summer months, the waves subside and the bay becomes the perfect area for swimming and snorkeling. And lets not forget the “Waimea Rock,” where countless locals and visitors alike take the 25 ft jump challenge on a daily basis.....
Arguably two of the most beautiful beaches on the island (if not the world), while both are in the same area, these are actually two distinctly separate beaches. Located on the east side of Oahu, both Kailua and Lanikai feature soft white sand, calm turquoise waters and a wide array of water related sports and activities. Both have also gained national attention, being ranked as some of the best beaches in the world by www.allbestbeaches.com. A bit more...