Hawaii's famous Waikiki Beach sand came from this California town

Seeking help, Honolulu is said to have turned to California, convincing South Bay developers in the 1920s to ship them enough ...
Yahoo

I went to one of Hawaii's most popular beaches and thought it would be crowded and touristy. I couldn't have been more wrong.

I visited the world-famous Waikiki Beach in Honolulu for the first time on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Before arriving, friends told me I wouldn't like it and it would be crowded, pricey, and touristy ...
Travel + Leisure on MSN

This Rare Green Sand Beach in the U.S. Is One of Only Four in the World—Here’s How to Visit

But if you ever find yourself in the Ka Lae, or South Point, area in Hawaii's Kaʻū district—the southernmost region of the ...
Stars and Stripes

Oahu's beaches are legendary, but island has so much more

Hawaii had me at aloha. More than anything, it was the glorious clarity and colors of the water, ever changing in gemstone tones of sapphire, emerald and aquamarine. From flying into Honolulu from ...
Business Insider

I'm from Oahu and here are 9 under-the-radar beaches and hikes for a tourist-free trip, plus 4 places that are worth braving the crowds

Oahu, Hawaii, offers gorgeous nature and activities like hiking, surfing, and museum hopping. Here are my favorite lesser-known beaches, crowd-free hikes, and historic and cultural attractions. Visit ...
KHON2

Not all Hawaii beaches are the same: What to know

HONOLULU (KHON2) – It’s Spring break for many Americans around the United States and many of them are flying and staying in Oahu. According to Ocean Safety a lot of their rescues around Waikiki and ...
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Hawaii's beaches are disappearing: The uncertain future of Oahu's iconic Waikiki

Climate change is drastically impacting the world around us, including the way people travel and the destinations themselves. “Green Travel” is a seven-part series delving into how climate change is ...
SFGate

These Hawaii beaches offer spectacular stretches of sand and surf

Hawaii has endless natural gifts to offer, but its coastlines might be the most coveted. From glittering emerald-colored waters to black sand beaches, the best Hawaii beaches are worth skipping a day ...
Hawaii News Now

Two lifeguard towers replaced on Oahu beaches with more upgrades to come

HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Ahead of a big north swell, lifeguards on Oahu got two brand new towers this week — one of them overlooking the famous Banzai Pipeline. Honolulu Ocean Safety ...
Hawaii Travel with Kids on MSN

Hawaii winter vacation: Everything you need to know

Are you looking for a warm vacation destination for winter break? Keep scrolling to find out what winter in Hawaii is like!
Honolulu Star-Advertiser

No walking or running on Oahu beaches, state officials say

Walking and running on Oahu beaches is now prohibited. That’s the message the Honolulu Star-Advertiser has gleaned from the state Attorney General’s Office, the state Department of Land and Natural ...
KHON2

Some Oahu beaches will be without lifeguards due to staff shortage

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Some Oahu beaches might not have lifeguards on duty due to a staffing shortage. Officials said even though the shortage is not because of the COVID vaccine mandate, it still has an ...