Garcia's in Hawaii

Diamond Head is the most recognized icon for Waikiki through out the world. So, Enjoy an invigorating hike up Diamond Head Crater and then feast our eyes on the wonderful panoramic views of Waikiki and Honolulu from a top Diamond Head crater. This is a great place to visit while on your Hawaiian vacation in Honolulu.
Bring plenty of water, sunscreen and good hiking or walking shoes.
There is now lighting in some of these areas.
Diamond Head Trail is about 2 mile long from the start to the summit.

You and Candace can spend some time at the beach after dropping off the boys for their fishing tour. Then head back to the hotel to freshen up and go shopping at the Ala Moana Tower.

Another option for the fishing day? Shopping...There is much to see and do at this location. You can take an elevator ride to the top of Aloha Tower and enjoy the great views of downtown Honolulu and the surrounding areas. Or enjoy fine dining at the many local restaurants in the mall. Or how about some shopping for those one-of-a-kind local souvenirs. There are also Marinetime Museum located here and one of the best restaurants in town, Palomino, is located just across the street. So, take some time doing your busy Hawaii vacation and make time for Aloha Tower. The Drive is about 15 minutes from Waikiki to Aloha Tower. They do charge for parking, but if you make a purchase at any of the mall stores you will receive $5 validation for your parking.

Lunch after beach and before shopping? :)

Don't forget to send lunch with the boys. They will have coolers to store food on board.

Tickets are given out on a first come basis and there are only a limited amount of tickets given out each day. So if you go, try an arrive early. By early, I mean before 8:30am. This will ensure you of a ticket and make the wait to go over to the Memorial short. Because of security concerns you will not be allowed to bring into the memorial any backpacks, purses, or other bags. Each time I have been, they did allow my camera bag, but don't count on it. If you end up with a wait longer than 3 hours, it is a good opportunity to see the USS Missouri or the Blowfin Submarine.

You can go here, but it's very touristy. OR you all can keep driving around to the other side of the island to Kailua Beach Park where it is less crowded and the nicer. Go to a walgreens-type store and see if they have snorkel equipment and boogie boards. They usually carry stuff like that.

You can do a Luau here.

I would stop to LOOK at Hanauma Bay for a while, but then move on to Kailua Beach Park. You will see Hanauma is very touristy. Most people don't venture to the other side of the island where the beaches are beautiful!

Kailua Beach Park offers a picture perfect outdoor experience. One of the best beach on Oahu, the fine sandy beach is protect by Kailua Bay which makes for gentle waves. A perfect place to take a swim. The trade winds bring in a cool breeze, allowing one to really enjoy the ample picnic areas in this park. There is ample shade, good park facilities and plenty of parking. Kailua Beach Park is a must do stop on any vacation to Oahu.

A favorite tourist stop is the Pali Lookout on the Pali Highway. This tourist spot offers fantastic panoramic views of the Windward coast of Oahu.