Posts Tagged ‘Waikiki’
Is The Cheesecake Factory Waikiki Worth the Long Lines?
Are you wondering why The Cheesecake Factory Waikiki always has such long lines? Is it worth it to visit this popular spot? We’re sharing our local know-how for visiting Honolulu’s Cheesecake Factory and our best tips for minimizing your wait time. Waiting in Line The most notable thing about The Cheesecake Factory in Waikiki is…
Read MoreDiscover the Many Hilton Hawaiian Village Shops
Do you know about the Hilton Hawaiian Village shops? This Waikiki hotel is home to over 80 shops and boutiques, enough to satisfy everyone in your family. I finally got the chance to explore most of the shops when my daughter and girlfriend visited me in Hawaii. As a treat, they stayed two days at…
Read MorePrincess Kaiulani at Ainahau in Waikiki
With the recent release of the fictional biography Barbarian Princess, controversy surrounding the legacy of Princess Victoria Kaiulani has swirled in Hawaii. Many groups have taken issue with aspects of the film ranging historical inaccuracies about the time surrounding the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy, its depiction of Hawaiian leadership as ineffectual, and even the…
Read More7 Things to Learn About the Duke Kahanamoku Statue
You can’t visit Waikiki without seeing the Duke Kahanamoku Statue. This festive and welcoming sculpture stands tall at the shores of Waikiki, honoring the famous Hawaiian who rose to fame as a swimmer, a surfer, and the Ambassador of Aloha. But there’s more to this statue than meets the eye. Here are 7 things you…
Read MoreYou Won’t Get a Curse If You Bring These Back From Hawaii
If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii, you should really think about bringing something unique back to remember your trip. In previous posts we’ve discussed what not to bring back as keepsakes such as lava rock or black sand from any of the beaches (strictly forbidden and brings bad luck). So let’s talk about something…
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