The beauty of a tropical island brimming with activity and adventure, the excitement of a cosmopolitan city, the underpinnings of a gracious host culture, the progressive business climate as the hub of the Pacific Rim, it's all wrapped up in one!

Waikiki Beach is still the mecca of people-watching, and there are many to watch. Tourists and locals mingle in the sun-drenched stretch of white sand, with Diamond Head proudly standing guard in the distance. Wave skis, boogie boards, snorkel equipment and "tanker"surfboards can be rented by the hour, and for a fee the beach boys will take you for a ride in an outrigger canoe. Nicknamed "The Gathering Place," Honolulu practically oozes with things to do and see, all within a radius of about 6 miles. There's much to choose from, including botanical gardens, museums, the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium,theaters and historical points of interest. For snorkeling, Hanauma Bay reigns supreme. From the top of the crater, the turquoise bay beckons waders, snorkelers and SCUBA divers to explore its coral kingdom and protected marine preserve, teeming with fish so tame they'll eat right out of your hand. Windsurfers love the beaches on the Windward side of Oahu, especially Kailua Beach County Park. While the long crescent beach and calm water make for a pleasant family outing, the trade winds that pick up around lunchtime offer windsurfers a great ride for all levels of ability. In the winter, the big-wave action can be found on Oahu's North Shore, mainly at the (in)famous Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. At its wildest, Waimea Bay breaks at 35 feet, but when it's mellow the bay is fine for bodysurfing and swimming. Come in the early evening for incredible sunsets. Other things to try: a surf lesson from one of the tanned Waikiki beach boys; a ride in an outrigger canoe, glass-bottom boat or submarine; an afternoon browsing Chinatown
for antiques and unique Asian gifts; a short hike to the top of Diamond Head crater for the best view in town.Something for everybody!