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Here are my favorite things to do in Oahu. 9 Fabulous Experiences In Oahu, Hawaii For Mature Travelers. Oahu, Hawaii, attracts visitors of all kinds.
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There are those seeking adrenaline-pumping activities and rowdy night-life. Still, others seek relaxation and a more chill vacation experience. Videos by TravelAwaits. Downtown Honolulu is filled with fast-paced activities and excitement. There is high-end shopping and dining. Waikiki Beach is filled with fun-loving sun-seekers and families. For the chill crowd and us 50+ travelers, there are endless sightseeing opportunities, quiet beaches, and slower-paced adventure. Here are my favorite things to do in Oahu. 1. Pearl Harbor And The USS Arizona. Almost every visitor to Oahu has Pearl Harbor National Memorial on their list. It is a moving site commemorating one of the most pivotal moments in United States history, the December 7, 1941 attack on Oahu, starting WWII. It is located just north of downtown Honolulu. The Pearl Harbor National Memorial is comprised of the USS Arizona , USS Oklahoma , and USS Utah memorials. The visitor center includes two exhibit galleries, outdoor exhibits, an audio tour, a theater, and a bookstore. You can also visit other Pearl Harbor Historic Sites, such as the USS Bowfin Submarine, the Battleship Missouri , and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Pro Tip: There is a lot of walking at this site. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to spend several hours. There are benches scattered throughout. The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center has reserved accessible parking. The restrooms, movie theater, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desk and drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and USS Arizona Memorial are all fully-accessible. 2. Museums. The Bishop Museum is the largest museum in Hawaii and is known as the “Smithsonian of the Pacific.†It was founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop in honor of his late wife, Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last descendant of the royal Kamehameha family. It boasts three floors of signature galleries, exhibitions, and a planetarium with over 25 million historical, cultural, and natural treasures. Iolani Palace is the only official royal palace in the U.S. Built in 1882 by King Kalakaua, Iolani Palace was the home of Hawaii’s last reigning monarchs, King Kalakaua and his sister Queen Liliuokalani. It is one of the most recognizable buildings in Hawaii. The Palace and grounds are accessible and wheelchairs are available on site. Queen Emma Summer Palace was the summer retreat for Queen Emma of Hawaii, her husband King Kamehameha IV, and their son, Prince Albert Edward, from 1857 to 1885. The Palace and 5-acre state park is now a historic landmark and museum. Guided and self tours are available for under $10. All proceeds go to the restoration of the palace. Pro Tip: All three museums are within three miles of downtown Honolulu. Many hotels offer shuttles to them. Iolani Palace is a sacred place, so guests are asked to dress in a manner that is respectful of the palace’s cultural and historical significance. 3. Sightseeing Drives. Oahu has amazing day drives and they are all different — coastal, mountains, and central valley. We enjoy driving around the island, seeing the sights, and stopping at interesting, historical, or scenic spots. Using downtown Honolulu as a starting point, there are four scenic routes. Perhaps my favorite drive is to North Shore on Interstate H-2. This highway runs north to the Dole Plantation and North Shore (see additional information below). Along the way, there are vistas, white-sand beaches, shops, and macadamia nut farms. South on Interstate H-1, there’s Diamond Head, Hawai’i Kai Lookout near Koko Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanai Lookout, Halona Beach Cove (famous for the beach love scene in From Here to Eternity ), and the Halona Blowhole Lookout. Further east is Makapu’u Lighthouse Lookout, Makapu’u Beach, and Makapu’u Point Tide Pools. At Waimanalo Beach, you can either loop around to Route 61 or return the same way. From Honolulu on Route 61, also known as Pali Highway, is Queen Emma Summer Palace. Further along the mountain, a must-stop is the famous Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout, a historical landmark with panoramic views of mountain peaks and coastal cliffs. From here, you can head back into town or loop around onto coastal H-1. Interstate H-3 is a beautiful scenic drive that takes you high over the mountains to the island’s windward side. From there you can connect to Route 61 and H-1, or take Kamehameha Highway north past the fertile, lush-green mountains where Jurassic Park was filmed. Be sure to keep a lookout on H-3 for the Haiku Stairs, also known as the Haiku Ladder and Stairway to Heaven. 4. Dole Pineapple Plantation. A fun-filled destination is the Dole Pineapple Plantation. Get lost in the giant Pineapple Garden Maze, the world’s largest maze made from 14,000 colorful Hawaiian plants. Stroll through the plantation’s eight different gardens. Get an up-close view of the plants that are the source of tropical delights from coffee to exotic fruit. Get off your feet for a bit by riding on the Pineapple Express Train. A fun and educational 20-minute ride through two miles of stunning North Shore scenery. An Oahu must-have is a world-famous DoleWhip soft-serve ice cream in the Dole Plantation country store. There is also a cafe and a gift shop where you can purchase Hawaiian souvenirs including a fresh pineapple to take home.
Social activities for single seniors
Activities for single seniors
Article about activities for single seniors:
Here are my favorite things to do in Oahu. 9 Fabulous Experiences In Oahu, Hawaii For Mature Travelers. Oahu, Hawaii, attracts visitors of all kinds.
GO TO SITE
There are those seeking adrenaline-pumping activities and rowdy night-life. Still, others seek relaxation and a more chill vacation experience. Videos by TravelAwaits. Downtown Honolulu is filled with fast-paced activities and excitement. There is high-end shopping and dining. Waikiki Beach is filled with fun-loving sun-seekers and families. For the chill crowd and us 50+ travelers, there are endless sightseeing opportunities, quiet beaches, and slower-paced adventure. Here are my favorite things to do in Oahu. 1. Pearl Harbor And The USS Arizona. Almost every visitor to Oahu has Pearl Harbor National Memorial on their list. It is a moving site commemorating one of the most pivotal moments in United States history, the December 7, 1941 attack on Oahu, starting WWII. It is located just north of downtown Honolulu. The Pearl Harbor National Memorial is comprised of the USS Arizona , USS Oklahoma , and USS Utah memorials. The visitor center includes two exhibit galleries, outdoor exhibits, an audio tour, a theater, and a bookstore. You can also visit other Pearl Harbor Historic Sites, such as the USS Bowfin Submarine, the Battleship Missouri , and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Pro Tip: There is a lot of walking at this site. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to spend several hours. There are benches scattered throughout. The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center has reserved accessible parking. The restrooms, movie theater, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desk and drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and USS Arizona Memorial are all fully-accessible. 2. Museums. The Bishop Museum is the largest museum in Hawaii and is known as the “Smithsonian of the Pacific.†It was founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop in honor of his late wife, Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last descendant of the royal Kamehameha family. It boasts three floors of signature galleries, exhibitions, and a planetarium with over 25 million historical, cultural, and natural treasures. Iolani Palace is the only official royal palace in the U.S. Built in 1882 by King Kalakaua, Iolani Palace was the home of Hawaii’s last reigning monarchs, King Kalakaua and his sister Queen Liliuokalani. It is one of the most recognizable buildings in Hawaii. The Palace and grounds are accessible and wheelchairs are available on site. Queen Emma Summer Palace was the summer retreat for Queen Emma of Hawaii, her husband King Kamehameha IV, and their son, Prince Albert Edward, from 1857 to 1885. The Palace and 5-acre state park is now a historic landmark and museum. Guided and self tours are available for under $10. All proceeds go to the restoration of the palace. Pro Tip: All three museums are within three miles of downtown Honolulu. Many hotels offer shuttles to them. Iolani Palace is a sacred place, so guests are asked to dress in a manner that is respectful of the palace’s cultural and historical significance. 3. Sightseeing Drives. Oahu has amazing day drives and they are all different — coastal, mountains, and central valley. We enjoy driving around the island, seeing the sights, and stopping at interesting, historical, or scenic spots. Using downtown Honolulu as a starting point, there are four scenic routes. Perhaps my favorite drive is to North Shore on Interstate H-2. This highway runs north to the Dole Plantation and North Shore (see additional information below). Along the way, there are vistas, white-sand beaches, shops, and macadamia nut farms. South on Interstate H-1, there’s Diamond Head, Hawai’i Kai Lookout near Koko Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanai Lookout, Halona Beach Cove (famous for the beach love scene in From Here to Eternity ), and the Halona Blowhole Lookout. Further east is Makapu’u Lighthouse Lookout, Makapu’u Beach, and Makapu’u Point Tide Pools. At Waimanalo Beach, you can either loop around to Route 61 or return the same way. From Honolulu on Route 61, also known as Pali Highway, is Queen Emma Summer Palace. Further along the mountain, a must-stop is the famous Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout, a historical landmark with panoramic views of mountain peaks and coastal cliffs. From here, you can head back into town or loop around onto coastal H-1. Interstate H-3 is a beautiful scenic drive that takes you high over the mountains to the island’s windward side. From there you can connect to Route 61 and H-1, or take Kamehameha Highway north past the fertile, lush-green mountains where Jurassic Park was filmed. Be sure to keep a lookout on H-3 for the Haiku Stairs, also known as the Haiku Ladder and Stairway to Heaven. 4. Dole Pineapple Plantation. A fun-filled destination is the Dole Pineapple Plantation. Get lost in the giant Pineapple Garden Maze, the world’s largest maze made from 14,000 colorful Hawaiian plants. Stroll through the plantation’s eight different gardens. Get an up-close view of the plants that are the source of tropical delights from coffee to exotic fruit. Get off your feet for a bit by riding on the Pineapple Express Train. A fun and educational 20-minute ride through two miles of stunning North Shore scenery. An Oahu must-have is a world-famous DoleWhip soft-serve ice cream in the Dole Plantation country store. There is also a cafe and a gift shop where you can purchase Hawaiian souvenirs including a fresh pineapple to take home.
Social activities for single seniors
Activities for single seniors