| Mark Twain once called Hawaii "the loveliest fleet of | | | | sturdy pair of shoes and take a bottle of sunscreen |
| islands that lies anchored in any ocean". There aren't | | | | with you for continual application. |
| many people that would disagree: Hawaii's distinct | | | | What's more, if you'd like to take in some of |
| natural beauty has been memorably captured in many | | | | Waikiki's more historical sights, head down to Saint |
| a film, from 'South Pacific' to Disney's 'Lilo and Stitch'. | | | | Augustine Church, a magnificent building that really |
| What's more, tourists in Hawaii have long found much | | | | stands out amidst Waikiki's legion of skyscrapers. Built |
| to admire in the island, and this is nowhere more | | | | In 1854 by original settlers in Hawaii, Saint Augustine |
| evident than in Waikiki - Honolulu's most popular | | | | Church is sure to dazzle visitors with its awe-inspiring |
| tourist neighborhood. | | | | stained glass windows and tiered ceiling ornament. |
| Waikiki Beach - one of the best known beaches in | | | | Of course, if you're traveling with your family, Waikiki |
| the world - was firmly placed on the cultural map | | | | is also home to wholesome attractions that are sure |
| when it became popular with surfing enthusiasts from | | | | to please kids and adults alike. The Waikiki Aquarium, |
| all corners of the globe since the 1950s. However, | | | | for instance, is just a few minutes walk from Waikiki |
| Waikiki has been a fashionable retreat for much | | | | Beach and offers the chance to see over 400 |
| longer than this and was very popular with Hawaiian | | | | different underwater species, including sharks and sea |
| royalty during the 1800s. Today, Waikiki Beach is the | | | | turtles. And if land animals are more to your liking, the |
| trendiest place to be seen in Hawaii and, though | | | | Honolulu Zoo is sure to please. This 42-acre zoo in |
| much of its natural beauty has been commercialized, | | | | Waikiki houses rare wildlife in fertile park surroundings; |
| its sandy shores are the ideal place to spend your | | | | expect to see llamas and Galapagos tortoises |
| Hawaiian vacation. | | | | amongst other animals. |
| Contrary to popular opinion, there's more to do in | | | | With so much to do in Waikiki, it goes without saying |
| Waikiki than simply while away the hours taking in the | | | | that there are a great deal of hotels and guest suites |
| sunshine. If you're an enthusiastic hiker, for instance, | | | | that vacationers can choose from in the area. And, |
| don't miss Diamond Head State Monument, the crater | | | | of all the hotels in Hawaii, the hotels in Waikiki are the |
| of an extinct volcano. Even those who aren't | | | | largest and most diverse in their offerings. So |
| experienced walkers are sure to enjoy the 45-minute | | | | whether you're on a romantic trip for two or you've |
| hike up to the 761-foot summit, from which you'll be | | | | got kids with you on your Hawaiian vacation, Waikiki |
| treated to an unrivalled 360-degree view of O'ahu | | | | is sure to offer you memories to treasure for a |
| island. For a stress-free climb, make sure you wear a | | | | lifetime. |