Waikiki, home of the world famous Waikiki Beach, the Pacific's premier resort.

Waikiki is unique, it enjoys one of finest climates in the world, with year round sunshine, warm Pacific waters and one of the cleanest, safest and finest beaches to be found anywhere, with excellent swimming and of course, this is the home of surfing.

The resort of Waikiki faces south to the ocean. To the east are the parks of Kapiolani and the extinct volcano of Diamond Head and to the west are Fort de Russy, the yacht harbour and Ala Moana Beach Park. To the north is the Ala wai canal and the green mountains and valleys of the Ko'olaou range.

Shopping, in Waikiki would satisfy any shopaholic and nearby is Ala Moana, one of the worlds largest shopping centres, much of which is open air with delightful floral and water displays.

Entertainment and activities abound from excellent shows, pop concerts, cultural activities and clubs. There are many excursion opportunities, including submarine rides, whale watching, giant surf in the winter and Pearl Harbour and the Arizona Memorial. Amongst many other choices are, The Polynesian Cultural Centre, Sea Life Park, you can swim and make friends with the fish at Hanauma Bay Marine Nature Reserve, or visit The Bishop Museum, (the museum of the Pacific.)

Most visitors like to spend a few days in Waikiki before continuing to one of the other islands. First take expert advice on where to stay and what to do and you will have discovered a holiday destination that you will always want to return to.

Follow the Trail
A favourite activity for visitors is to take a morning stroll along Waikiki beach, then through Kapiolani Park before continuing on the Diamond Head Road leading up to the lookout point below Diamond Head.

Diamond Head Lookout:
Stop near the plaque dedicated to Amelia Earhart, watch the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean and gaze at the surfers below riding the waves to the beach.

For more information about Waikiki visit waikiki.co.uk