Waikiki is the most famous of all the beach resort areas in Hawaii.
When Hawaiian royalty used Waikiki beach as one of their retreats in
the 19th century little did they dream that this lovely paradise
would become a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the
world. Moana Surfrider, the first hotel to be built on Waikiki Beach
in 1901, still offers High Tea to visitors and the pink Royal
Hawaiian is another beachfront hotel that has survived from the
early days.
At Waikiki Beach a statue of
Duke Kahanamoku welcomes
tourists to the beach. He is credited with reviving surfing, the
ancient sport of Hawaiian royalty and hence earned the nickname the
"Father of Modern Surfing" 'The Duke' is also famous for winning
Olympic gold medals for swimming in 1912 and 1920, and he later went
to act in Hollywood, where he used his fame to ecourage the sport of
surfing, and pass on the spirit of Aloha. The rich history of the
area is only one reason to choose Waikiki vacation rentals.
Diamond head, a volcanic tuff cone just above Waikiki, is probably
one of the most photographed landmarks in Hawaii and is also a
United States State Monument. Tourists can do a 90 minute hike to
the crater's rim and are rewarded with a view of the inside of the
rim and breathtaking panoramic views of Waikiki and the Pacific
Ocean.
Waikiki is alive with a wide variety of restaurants, shops, hotels
and street vendors. Waikiki beach is great for families and offers
beginning surf lessons for kids, great sand for castles and
proximity to venues selling food and drinks. The wide Kalakaua
Avenue which runs beside Waikiki beach is an interesting place to
walk as it is dotted by pools, fountains, statues, and plaques
displaying interesting bits of history. The avenue will also lead
you to the Waikiki Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium. Choosing Waikiki
vacation rentals makes a lot of sense if you are travelling with
your family. It will allow you to have self catering accommodation
in a condo or vacation home and also you will have more room for
your family than a hotel can offer.
Waikiki
Vacation Condo - Luxury Made Affordable - one bedroom condo only one block
to the beach in the center of Waikiki. Sleeps up to five for only $99 per
night.
To list your Waikiki vacation rental for only
$105 US per year click
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