WAIKIKI VACATION RENTALS, HAWAII |
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Why Vacation in Waikiki |
Miami Beach, Sun City, Goa and French Riviera – you have seen them all. Now, come to Waikiki, inhale its sweet air and stroll along its milk white sandy beach, take a dip in to her soothing aquamarine waters even as you hear her narrate her silent tale from then till now. Waikiki is vacation redefined! |
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Waikiki Vacation Rental Information |
The southeast section of Honolulu, near Diamond Head houses the breathtakingly beautiful and warm Waikiki beach which is a hot vacation rental destination on the South Coast of Oahu Island. Nicknamed as the ‘the gathering place’ it boasts of a vast range of Waikiki condos and Waikiki vacation rentals that are relatively easy on the wallet and provide a ‘home away from home’ atmosphere. Waikiki vacation rentals include deluxe and luxury ocean-view vacation condominiums, panoramic ocean view penthouse studios, Waikiki beachfront and oceanfront luxury condos, deluxe ocean view studio retreats, luxury apartments and houses.
The condos ranging from zero to two bedrooms that sleep from 2 to about 8 people and the apartments sleeping from 1 to about 4 people cater to the various needs and moods of every vacationer. Be it enthusiastic adventurers, expecting plenty of sun and sea or first time honeymooners longing for romance and privacy or tired business people desirous of combining work with pleasure. The beachfront and oceanfront condos offer spectacular views of the ocean and the mountains. Some of the Waikiki condos are even located a few steps or blocks away from the beach and in the neighboring Gold coast area, offering expansive ocean views are a good bargain too. The rentals are within walking distances of recreational hubs, shopping centers, restaurants and nightclubs. Air--conditioning, fully-equipped kitchens, high-speed internet connections, Jacuzzi, access to pool, various sports activities including golf are some of the amenities most Waikiki vacation rentals offer. Some of them cater to the handicapped. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Waikiki |
| Most Waikiki condos are available on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. The Waikiki vacation rentals generally require caution and cleaning deposit to be paid during reservation, refundable, amounting to two weeks to thirty days’ rent. The rates are lowest during the low season (April-June and Sept-Dec) and this is also the period when you can avail of maximum discounts. Most of the rentals are non-smoking and do not allow pets though you could negotiate to keep small pets like cats or dogs |
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Must See in Waikiki |
| Hailed as the heart of the Hawaiian tourism industry, the pristine white Waikiki Beach with its inviting emerald waters, surrounded by an aura of romance beckons you to lose yourself in to its fairytale ambience, the icing on the cake being the wide range of luxurious Waikiki condos and the innumerable options for outdoor activities. Just stroll around the beach, allowing the rolling waves to wash over your feet or get dirty literally and indulge in sports activities. Or take a romantic Waikiki Helicopter & Airplane tour and enjoy the striking views. Kids and adults alike would just love the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki aquarium. If history is your cuppa of tea then step in to a lost era by touring the Iolani Palace. Needless to say that a visit to the historic Pearl Harbor is highly recommended and a must. |
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Sights and Attractions in Waikiki |
| A Waikiki condo or a Waikiki beachfront vacation rental gives you the perfect excuse to set out and explore the myriad attractions of Waikiki.
• Honolulu Zoo
• Dole Pineapple Plantation
• U.S.S. Arizona Memorial
• Iolani: Hawaii's Royal Palace |
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Outdoor Recreation in Waikiki |
Waikiki is an adventurer's paradise, period! While here, book a Waikiki vacation rental home and indulge in the various outdoor activities and give your adrenaline a boost.
• Water Sports
• Canoeing
• Other Outdoor Activities |
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Golfing in Waikiki |
| Golfing is a part and parcel of the Oahu Island. The best ones though can be enjoyed only when you go outside Waikiki. Many of the vacation rentals offer extensive golfing facilities. Try your hand at the Championship Greens and the Ko Olina Golf club that’s about a twenty minute drive from Waikiki. |
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Waikiki Fairs and Festivals |
| Hawaii is the home of many colorful festivals and many take place in the Oahu islands and in the neighboring ones and to make sure you don’t miss out on them do reserve a Waikiki vacation rental home well in advance.
• The Honolulu Light festival
• Leh Day
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Dining and Nightlife in Waikiki |
If your day starts in the night then hey you have landed just at the right place. Waikiki’s exciting night life will have you pining for more. Rock n roll at the happening night clubs across the island and at the Espirit Night Club which happens to be the only beachfront nightclub on Waikiki Beach or give your ribs some exercise by laughing along with the local comedians who perform at many venues. The Honolulu Symphony, the Hawaii Opera Theatre and the Historic Hawaii Theatre present top rated shows. Local theatre productions are no less. Allow the curvaceous Hula dancers swaying to the soothing Ukulele melodies to seduce you to relaxation and honeyed warmth at beachfront venues, even while they sing the glories of the old Hawaii.
Look out from your lanai (Hawaiian for balcony), sip a Mai Tai leisurely and drink in the beauty of the enticing contrast the virginal white beach makes with the awe inspiring ocean and the night sky. The multifarious multi-ethnic cuisine will be blessed by your taste buds. For an American fare, try Chuck's Steak House on Kalia Road, Duke’s Canoe Club situated in Kalakaua Avenue and the Sizzlers in Waikiki. The Waikiki Lau Yee Chai in Waikiki shopping Plaza and Ciao Main in the Kalakaua Avenue sell great Chinese food. If you are a Pizza buff then Domino’s at the Zoo end and Round Table Pizza at the Hilton Hawaiian Village will be happy to oblige you. For authentic Pacific delights you have The Canoes At The Ilikai and Keoni's By Keo's at the Outrigger East Hotel. Do partake of the Hawaiian-style luau supper and the Hawaiian appetizer or the Pupus. You could end the day by a glorious late night swim in the placid Pacific Ocean waters, with the winking half moon and the stars keeping you company and then retire to your Waikiki vacation rental home for a night of sweet dreams.
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FEATURED VACATION RENTALS - WAIKIKI, HI |
1BR beachfront studio condo that offers free scuba diving lessons, free catamaran rides and free use of surfboards.More Info > | |
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Located near the beach, this 1BR Waikiki condo is equipped with all the facilities to make your stay a comfortable one. More Info > | |
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Shopping in Waikiki |
Shopoholics would never want to say goodbye to Waikiki. The Ala Moana Shopping Centre, situated at the heart of Waikiki is a one stop shopper’s delight that sells from everything to everything and consists of about a hundred and fifty shops and restaurants. If you swear by branded goods, FS Galleria Waikiki, the only place in Hawaii enjoying duty-free savings is the place for you. The Honolulu weekly consists of many coupons that can be redeemed at the shopping centers. Shop at the Waikiki Walk which is a feast of shops of all kinds, amidst ancient Hawaiian architecture. There is nothing that cannot be purchased at Kalakaua Avenue including souvenirs. Aloha Flea Market is a must visit. Carry home a slice of Hawaii through the Hibiscus red Hawaiian Aloha shirts, plaited lau hala weavings of mats, hats and baskets, wood turned bowls, gourmet roasted Kona coffee and chocolate covered macadamia nuts. Don’t forget to pick up one of the amazing and glossy pictorial books that Hawaii abounds in. Pamper yourself by visiting the spas and undergoing traditional Hawaiian lomi lomi and Lava stone massages.
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Best Times to Visit Waikiki |
| Hawaii has a subtropical climate and has two seasons; Kau (Hawaiian for summer) is from May to October and Ho'oilo (Hawaiian for winter) is from November to April. Year round the weather’s a song and the trade winds temper the island cool and humidity tolerable. The best months to visit Waikiki are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. This is definitely the best time to book a Waikiki condo and enjoy a vacation of a lifetime. |
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Time Zone for Waikiki |
| Hawaiian Standard Time |
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Getting To and Around Waikiki |
| Rental cars are one of the best options and come cheap though beware of the taxes. Children under five years will require car seats that are in demand and need to be booked in advance. Several rental agencies offer cars for people with disabilities. The excellent public bus system would be the best option if not for the disadvantage of not being elastic where sightseeing is concerned. You could join one of the coach tours that shunt between the various islands. Honolulu International Airport on Oahu is Hawaii's major airport that has twenty-three major domestic carriers and sixteen international carriers serving her. Short flights or inter-island ferries are another option that may be considered for traveling the nearby islands. Look out for air passes that allow unlimited travel within a specific period. The Waikiki Shuttle Bus offers free rides within Waikiki. sThe Waikiki Trolley is an excellent option too. It has three lines, namely the Ocean Coast Line (blue), the Honolulu City Line (red) and the Ala Moana Shopping Shuttle Line (pink). |
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