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Honolulu (Photo: Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau)About Honolulu

The warm blue water, oceanfront hotels, and crowded beaches of Honolulu have been attracting visitors for as long as bikinis have been in fashion. But Hawaii's capital is known for more than just sun and surf. read more

When to visit Honolulu

With sandy beaches and year-round warm weather, Honolulu is an ideal vacation destination. The most popular time to visit is in the summer, when families are traveling and honeymooners take time off. Visitation also rises during the holiday period from mid-December through mid-January, as schools are on break and people are on vacation. Fewer people visit during the shoulder seasons in late spring and fall, when school is back in session. However, in recent years, the high seasons are becoming longer, which is almost eliminating shoulder seasons. Visitation is lowest in the late fall and winter (except for holidays), but pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices make them ideal times to visit. read more

Cheap Honolulu travel

Oahu is one of the more expensive Hawaiian islands to visit, with an average of $175 per day in daily visitor spending in 2006. However, its busy airport and wide range of accommodations mean that Honolulu also has enough variety to suit a range of budgets. read more

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