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Oahu is a Hawaiian paradise filled with world-class beaches and verdant surroundings — not to mention the draw of famous Waikiki in Honolulu and North Shore’s sky-high surf. That being said, there’s more to “The Gathering Place” than pristine sand and waves. Read on for six rookie mistakes to avoid on your vacation to Oahu.
Right off the famous Waikiki Beach in Honolulu is the towering Diamond Head State Monument, one of Hawaii’s top hiking destinations. Diamond Head is a 300,000-year-old crater that peaks at 761 feet above sea level. If you’re planning on ascending the former volcano, be aware while it’s not a particularly long hike — less than…
You know the feeling: You have your towel, beach chair, and sunglasses in tow, ready for a relaxing beach vacation, when you’re met with hordes of tourists looking to do the same. While some spots are worth braving crowds for, we’re often looking to get some peace and quiet, where we can listen to the…
Everyone wants the perfect wedding, and for some, that means jetting off to a picturesque location far from home. In fact, nearly 25 percent of nuptial ceremonies are destination weddings. Whether it’s an island setting amid swaying palm trees and daiquiris or the rolling countryside away from the city lights, where one gets married is…
What’s better than a boat cruise that offers the chance to see your own city (or a brand-new one) from a different perspective? A boat cruise that offers the chance to see a city from a new perspective while enjoying a cocktail (or five). There’s just something exciting about hearing the sound of a boat…
Whether you’re looking to tan au naturel, hit up the hottest beachfront party, or de-stress with the soothing sounds of the waves, there’s a gay beach destination that will cater to all your needs this summer. According to a 2015 report, the global LGBT tourism market is valued at $200 billion in annual spending. And…
We know traveling during the holiday season can be stressful…and expensive. So as part of our bang for your buck series, we wanted to help you jet off to somewhere peaceful, relaxing, and incredibly beautiful; naturally, we thought of Hawaii. And the time to be thinking about that holiday getaway is now — because a…
Newsflash! Visiting the world’s most expensive cities doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be forced to stay in the world’s most expensive hotels. Though the suite life can be tempting when hoteling in the globe’s most affluent destinations, what’s feasible for the rich and famous often doesn’t align with what’s feasible for the rest of us. Thankfully,…
Whether you’re a total pro or a complete amateur, there’s nothing quite like the rush of surfing. And for us here at Oyster, there’s nothing quite like the rush of finding the perfect hotel either. So we’ve combined these two awesome feelings to come up with nine amazing surf destinations…and some pretty great hotels to…
Remember how exciting it was to go on school trips to the aquarium? Getting an up-close look at marine life — from tiger sharks to stingrays — was always an enchanting experience. Well it turns out aquariums are a fun sight at any age… and they certainly add a tropical, under-the-sea vibe to otherwise bland…
