Hawaiʻi, United States · Destination guide
Oʻahu
Oʻahu brought together Pearl Harbor, time on the water, and a few favorite family frames from our summer 2009 trip.
Summer 2009
All photos are from my own travels.
Roger’s experience in Oʻahu
The first week of our Hawaiʻi Summer 2009 album includes a visit to Pearl Harbor and time together on and around the water. I kept photos of the USS Arizona Memorial and a battleship deck alongside a couple of pictures of my boys and me. For me, that combination of history and time together is what makes the week feel distinct.
Why travelers enjoy Oʻahu
History, waterfront activities, and varied neighborhoods give travelers several ways to build an island stay.
Planning a trip to Oʻahu
Decide how much time to give historic sites, the Honolulu area, and the water, then fit the days to your travelers' pace.
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Practical notes
Before you go to Oʻahu
A few useful basics to make the arrival smoother. Roger can help fit the details to your itinerary.
- Currency
- U.S. dollar (USD)
- Power
- North American A/B; about 120 V
- Language
- English and Hawaiian
- Time zone
- Hawaiʻi Standard Time (HST, UTC−10) year-round
- Tipping
- U.S. table-service tipping is customary; check for included service.
- Getting around
- TheBus, rideshare, tours, and a rental car for farther areas.
- Emergency number
- 911
- Seasons
- Warm year-round; winter is generally wetter and surf varies by shore and season.
On arrival
- Plan the airport transfer to your lodging before landing.
- Book any essential Pearl Harbor visit through official channels.
Travel requirements can change. Confirm current requirements before departure.
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Things to do in Oʻahu
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