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a trip in a high tech Atlantis Sub to a depth of 30 metres and see a Walk is the largest development in Waikiki’s history. Nearly three
visual feast of reef fish and mysterious ocean predators. hectares along well traversed Lewers Street is a colourful show-
case and gathering place. This outdoor entertainment plaza includes
Other Oahu ‘musts’ include a visit to Diamond Head crater which
has a one mile hiking trail leading to the 231 metres summit where several dining establishments and hotels, and benefits from the
there are spectacular views of Waikiki and Honolulu. No visit to island’s cooling trade winds and year-round excellent weather.
Hawaii would be complete without a swim or at least a walk along Where else in the world can you snorkel a crystal lagoon, climb a
the promenade at famous Waikiki beach. Surfboards and boogie dormant volcano, surf huge waves, kayak along a pristine coastline,
boards are available for rent with the option of lessons for the novice picnic on a sandbar, soar in a glider over tide pools, scuba dive over
‘guaranteed to get you up’. Other activities on Oahu include wind- sunken aeroplanes, play golf at a championship course and sail into
surfing, sailing on catamarans, kayaking, waterskiing and jetskiing. the sunset?
Parasailing under the direction of an experienced captain is a great
way to view Honolulu and Waikiki from a new perspective, nine to 91
metres above the ocean flying tandem or by yourself. The Hanauma
Bay Marine Preserve, Hawaii’s most famous snorkelling spot, aims to
preserve nature and educate visitors about the fragile ecosystem.
As well as having unlimited activities, Honolulu is a gourmet’s
paradise with cuisine that is a blend of the spices of Asia and the
Pacific with European styles and sauces.

It is also a shopper’s paradise with everything from the International
Marketplace ‘souvenir heaven’ (built around a 100-year-old banyan
tree)to famous Ala Moana, one of the largest open-air shopping
centres in the USA. With nearly 50 new retailers, the Waikiki Beach

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