Frommer's Honolulu & Oahu Day by Day
Chapter One
Strategies for
Seeing Oahu
Oahu may be an island, but it's a good-sized island, and your
vacation time is precious. There really is just one cardinal rule:
relax. Don't run yourself ragged trying to see absolutely everything-take
the time to experience the magic of the island. In this chapter I
have several suggestions for making the most out of your time.
Rule #1. Go in the off season.
Not only will you save a bundle, but
there will be fewer people, you'll get
better service, the beaches will be
less crowded, and you'll be able to
get into your favorite restaurants.
The "off season," September 1 to
mid-December and March to June 1,
is also when the weather is at its
best (not too hot, not too rainy).
Rule #2. To get the best
deals, do some research.
In this book, I'll give you my favorite
picks of hotels, restaurants, activities,
and airlines, but use that as a
starting point. Go online and check
out airfares, hotels, and package
deals (airfare plus accommodations
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