Wind, water and Waikiki
Paradise is outrigger canoes,
cliff diving and Hawaiian luaus

Located on the island of Oahu, Honolulu has all of the trademarks of Hawaii — white sand beaches, a mild climate that averages 87 °F in the summer and 80 °F in the winter, and the "Aloha" attitude that makes almost every encounter warm and friendly.

Beyond the beaches, the small city of Honolulu serves up a wealth of activities for the first-time visitor, from Hawaii's best look into the state's cultural history to a lush volcanic mountain geography ideal for exploring. And there are also enough relaxing entertainment options to make you understand why they call Hawaii paradise.

Hang 10 and hit the waves.

With more than 600 surf breaks on the island, beginners and pros alike can find the perfect spot for their skills. Makaha Beach on the Waianae Coast is one of the best all-around surfing beaches, while the Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach and Waimea Bay on Oahu's North Shore feature formidable conditions that only the pros should tackle. If you're no expert, stick to the calmer beaches, or grab a patch of sand and watch some of the world's best surfers do their thing.