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What are the best nightclubs in Honolulu, Hawaii? (Nightlife article)

What are the best nightclubs in Honolulu, Hawaii? (Nightlife article)

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Honolulu has the largest concentration of nightlife in all of the Hawaiian Islands, so this is the place to get the partying out of your system. From hot bars and restaurants, block parties, clubs and shows, Honolulu has it all when it comes to after dark entertainment. Nearly all of the nightlife is in the heart of Waikiki, which is convenient because this is where the majority of hotels are too along with plenty of taxis to ensure safe transportation….

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Here’s everything you need to know if you want to ride Skyline

Here’s everything you need to know if you want to ride Skyline

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Skyline is a light metro system in the City and County of Honolulu on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi. Skyline rail project introduces a new elevated rail system known as the Honolulu Rail Transit, which provide an alternative mode of transportation for residents and visitors alike. The rail system is designed to alleviate traffic congestion and improve transportation options on the island of Oahu. The rail line is expected to stretch from East Kapolei to Ala Moana Center, passing through…

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Where Can I Find Cheap Flights to Hawaii?

Where Can I Find Cheap Flights to Hawaii?

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Interested in Finding Cheap Flights to Hawaii? Friends and travelers, as someone who is frugal and truly believes “a penny saved is a penny earned,” I wanted to share some advice on finding cheap flights to Hawaii. Here are 7 great tips on how to find them! If you have tips, please share them in the comments to help other travelers! Before We Start: Know Hawaii’s Busy Seasons Busy Season in Hawaii is typically during June-July (when there is school…

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What’s the best transportation method in Honolulu / Oahu?

What’s the best transportation method in Honolulu / Oahu?

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Updates: September 2020 to include Charley’s Taxi March 2019 to include Uber at Honolulu airport photos Honolulu, Hawaii is a big tourist attraction. It is also the biggest city in Hawaii, so transportation options are fairly decent. Here are my opinions on the different transportation methods available to you. In this post, we discuss Uber (including special rules for the airport), TheBus, rental cars, tour buses, Waikiki trolleys, and taxis.  1. Uber Before I mention any other transportation methods, I need to…

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Why is Hawaii so Diverse?

Why is Hawaii so Diverse?

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Hawaii. The 50th state. A group of islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. My home. And also… a VERY diverse place. As an American, I grew up watching a lot of American sitcoms. Family Matters, Full House, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. It was funny though — because the demographics of these people on TV did not reflect what I saw everyday in Hawaii. Hawaii is one, big mixed plate If you’ve vacationed in Hawaii ever, you may have…

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How to Rent a Car Cheap in Hawaii

How to Rent a Car Cheap in Hawaii

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This is part 2 of my series on renting cars in Hawaii. I also suggest you read part 1: “My Experience Renting a Car”. I’m a big cheapskate. I love saving money. Everything I buy or spend time on, I like to shop around and see the different options available. And when I find something that saves me a lot of money, I get a giddy feeling inside of me. Renting a car was no different – I had to…

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My Experience Renting a Car in Hawaii

My Experience Renting a Car in Hawaii

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My motorcycle broke down last month. I was sad. In the meantime, I had to still keep meeting clients and going to networking events. I was doing it on The Bus, even though everyone knows that I hate The Bus in Hawaii. At one point, I had too many things to do and The Bus was too inconvenient for me to run all my errands. It was at this point that I decided to rent a car. I’ve never rented a car…

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Food in Hawaii: 5 Local Favorites!

Food in Hawaii: 5 Local Favorites!

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So you’ve landed in Hawaii. If you look around, you’ll see a burgers joints, pizza places, and a PF Changs. What if you want to try something different? Perhaps local favorites? Here are some great foods in Hawaii and instructions on where you can find them. A Quick Note about Food in Hawaii Because of the large influx of immigrant workers that came to Hawaii to work during the sugar cane industry boom, there has been a tremendous influence on…

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How is the weather in Hawaii?

How is the weather in Hawaii?

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Planning a trip to Hawaii? Know that it’s not always sunny in Honolulu. Despite Hawaii having a tropical climate, there are lots of instances where weather is less-than-ideal for your next vacation.   Weather in Hawaii: a local’s perspective When people think of Hawaii, rainbows and sunny skies comes to mind. There is plenty of that, but there are also times when we have awful weather here. Since most of the activities in Hawaii are outdoors, it’s important to check the…

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