| Oahu is encircled like a lei with more scenic miles of | | | | All-Terrain Wheelchairs provided by the Honolulu |
| sandy beaches than any of the Hawaiian Islands. The | | | | Department of Parks. |
| island also abounds with water sports, many of which | | | | Before heading off for your fun in the sun, consider |
| support ecotourism and are inexpensive or free. Yet | | | | a few words of caution. Only enter the waters |
| most tourists spend their entire vacations at Waikiki. | | | | where there are lifeguards and no signs warning of |
| And they never know what they are missing. | | | | strong currents or other dangers. Check with the |
| Some of the best beaches in Hawaii and the United | | | | lifeguard about ocean conditions. The City and |
| States are found on Oahu. You may have seen | | | | County of Honolulu has a map of lifeguarded beaches |
| some of them on the Travel Channel. At least two | | | | that can be printed from their Website at Hawaii |
| of them, Lanikai and Kailua Bay, have earned number | | | | Ocean Safety |
| one position on Dr. Beach's list. | | | | Here, you will also find beach safety tips provided by |
| Even on a tight budget, you can kayak, snorkel, | | | | Hawaii lifeguard, such as warnings about climbing |
| swim, body board, take a surf lesson, go on a sailing | | | | around on the rocks near the surf. You should always |
| dolphin swim cruise, paddle on a body board to a | | | | stay off rocks that are close enough to the water |
| deserted off shore island, and still have money left | | | | for waves to crash on them and/or that are slippery. |
| for other eco activities. Amazing sunsets on the | | | | And to avoid a painful sun burn, always remember to |
| North Shore and the Leeward side are free of | | | | apply waterproof sunscreen. The cooling trade winds |
| charge, as are front row seats to world class surfing | | | | make you feel that you are getting less of those |
| championships. | | | | intense tropical sun rays than you are. |
| And with shore waters surrounding the island no | | | | Stay safe and go home with lots of happy memories. |
| colder than most indoors swimming pools, there's no | | | | As always, pay attention to signs and check with |
| need to rent a wet suit. Those with disabilities can | | | | lifeguards if you have any questions. |
| use, free of charge, one of the many Landeez | | | | |