Waikiki Travel Forum

Hi All,

We are travelling to Hawaii and staying in Waikiki next Monday 14th of September. There is 3 families (all related) consisting of 6 adults and 5 teenagers and 1 baby.

What can people suggest about shopping. Where are the bargains. Where are the value for money food eateries.

And for the guys where are the best places to grab a coldy.

What places should we steer clear of?

Basically after any advice you can offer. We will be doing the Pearl Harbour tour as I don't believe you can come to Hawaii without paying your respects.

Cheers,

Shane
Melbourne Australia

Hi

Do any of you know where to throw a barbecue in Waikiki. I have read that Fort DeRussy has grills and is a nice place. Any suggestions for places to grill, and for good food to serve and where I can buy it. I'm going to Costco for steaks, dog and burgers. Any cool deli suggestions or food I should serve:
age group is 20 to 55 in a wedding party mode,

Thanks for any help.

Aloha ahiahi from Vancouver, Canada

Is there a single transit bus that will take you around the entire island without transfers? or would you recommend a tour bus?


Also, are there certain streets or areas of Waikiki one should avoid? (We have something called "East Hastings" in downtown that is not a nice area ie drugs, homeless etc)


Mahalo in advance.

Aloha, I have a question on hotel room limits in Waikiki. We are planning to travel to Waikiki in late November. There will be 2 adults and 3 children all aged under 5. It would seem that the extra child is cutting down our options in terms of where we can stay. Are these limits set by the Hotel themselves or is this a legal requirement. One of the hotels we looked at has a limit of 4 guests but has 2 double beds and a pull out sofa bed. I would like to think that this would be more than enough for us.

Can anyone shine some light onto this?

Thanks in advance.

JJ

It looks like the hotels have the beach all to there own , so when I drive in, where will I be able to park and at what cost ?

Hi, my husband and I will be on our honeymoon on Oahu for three weeks in Dec. We will have our 10 month old son with us (17hrs of flying-help!). Does anyone know of a good place to stay? We are looking for somewhere fairly accessible, safe and not too expensive. Kitchen facilities would be good and we are looking to stay in Waikiki for one week. Thank you!!!

Hi, I will stay at Waikiki for 4 nights in October. I'm not sure which area is best to stay in: near Fort de Russy beach park or Kuhio beach park. I need to choose between hotels Castle Maile Sky Court and Waikiki Sand Villa Hotel. I read that the beach near Castle Maile Sky Court is the nicest beach area, but I think all the action is near Kuhio beach. Is it a long walk from Maile Sky Court to Kuhio? I would like to stay near a beach area where I can rent a surfboard. It would be great if anyone could advise me on this. Thanks!!!

as im going there for my honeymoon in aug. What is it like?

CAn anyone give me any info about this hotel? I know I totally messed up the spelling, but I don't speak Hawaiese yet!

Can someone please give me an idea about the land and water temps at Christmas?

Thanks very much!

I´m going to Hawaii in January 2009 and was wondering if it´s good to go at that time? Or should I go some other time? This is our (my and my wifes) dream tripp so we want it to be perfect.

We have our trip in November. We are staying at 2470 Kalakaua. Is there a bus route from there to the Convention Center? I am permanent wheelchair.

going to waikiki staying at the aqua palms, herd go oahu card is a good deal, has anyone out there used the go card? if so, will most attractions pick you up at the hotel??
thanks

I am travelling to Oahu in late March and will be staying at the Aqua Waikiki Wave hotel and I was wondering if anyone has stayed there and could tell me about it?
I was also wondering if it is better to book activities on-line or wait to get there to do so??

Thanks!

What's the cost for a local bus ride and do you have to have exact change? Whats the cost for a Waikiki to the airport ride?

I am getting married in Waikiki. I have 20 people in my group. We would like to treat our guests to a dinner in the Waikiki area immediately after the wedding ceremony. Nothing fancy but certainly not too cheap. Any suggestions?

Hi I need some advice! I Can get the either Aqua Bamboo Hotel or Ohana Waikiki Islander. Can anyone recommend which one would be better out of the two? Has anyone stayed at either hotel and can give feedback let me know. Thank you

What time are the fireworks on Fri nite?

I have a question for people who are in Hawaii now:)

We are going on a cruise around the islands on March 19th and when I look on weather forecast it says rain every day for every island:((!

Is it really true, is it raining every day now?

Thanks!

We're traveling to Oahu for a little 5 days getaway next month (just hubby and I- no kids)-- hotel choices are Resort Quest Waikiki Beach, Waikiki Beach Marriott (perhaps Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Sheraton Moana Surfrider).

ALSO-- anyone hear anything positive about the New Otani? It sounds like the New Otani is on a great stretch of beach (Sans Souci).

Overall, we'd prefer to be toward the east (Diamond Head area)-- away from the hustle/bustle (been there and done that 20 years ago).

Will spend time on beach, in water, hike Diamond Head, visit USS AZ.

Our trip is in conjunction with a 2 hour meeting hubby has one afternoon. Not bad to spend 5 days in a WARM locale for a 2 hour work function!

We like comfy acommodations, but don't necessarily require "posh!"

Thanks for any input~

Has anyone ever stayed here?
It's the hotel near the Kuhio Beach and Diamond Head, I was wondering how good it is in terms of location, rooms, quietness, etc?

Thanks!

Whats the best place to rent a big car to drive from the airport and then drop off the car in Waikiki near Lewers st. I will need a car big enough for 5 + all the luggage.


thanks,
G

Hi

I am trying to find a hotel that is close to the beach, shops and nightclubs that is cheap.
We would like somewhere with a pool, and lots of young people to meet up & have a drink with - aimed at a younger crowd rather than families & oldies looking for a quiet holiday.
We don't mind not staying in a 5 star resort, and have thought about staying at the hostel, but aren't sure we want to share bathrooms etc.
I have looked at Royal Grove & The Ambassador - but not sure if they're what we're after
Any advice would be great!
we're going early April for 2 weeks.

thanks heaps!!!

What are the warmest (with least rainfall) months for Waikiki/Oahu travel? I know that every month is warm and beautiful, but I'd like to participate in a number of water sports, so slightly warmer temps would be nice. 70 - 74 degrees is a little too cool for me. I'd prefer 75 - 80 degrees. I'd also like to avoid the rainy season & pack in as much sun as possible. I've looked online, but all I can find are sites with forcaster gobbledegoop. Can anyone teach me a bit about Oahu weather? Much appreciated!

I will be in Honolulu next week for six days. I would like to run during my stay in Honolulu. Are there any courses good for running in Waikikik, where is safe early in the morning or after dark? I am thinking to run 10 km. I will stay at Sheraton Kaiulani.

Thank you for your advice.
Kazuko

I see on the Hilton Hawaiian Village website that there is entertainment on Friday's refered to as "Aloha Friday King's Jubilee & Fireworks" The entertainment includes "Village Guards Precision Rifle Drill Team, Main Show at the Super Pool, and Fireworks Display." Is there a fee for this, are tickets requried? Basically, what's the deal, and best area to view the entertainment? Do we need to get there early, etc.? Any information appreciated. Thanks for sharing what you know about these Friday evening events.

Also, I read there might be construction going on at the hotel, is that affecting the show? Thanks.

Hello. Most of the cruises are 4 hrs or less that circle part of the island.

Anyone know about a longer cruise that circles the island?

Hi Everyone,

Well my trip of a lifetime to Hawaii is almost here only 6 long days to wait before take off :)

Can anyone tell me were is the cheapest place to hire a Wrangler Jeep for the week please?

I see the weathers not to good at the moment is there any sign of it changing?

Thanks in advance.

Cagsey
xxx

Does it rain a lot in May in Waikiki?

Is it cold enough to wear a sweater in the evening in Waikiki?

We are intending to stay in Waikiki for about 2 weeks and thought a condo might be a good idea. Does anybody have any recommendations? We will only need a one bedroom.