There’s little room to dispute the spiritual power that radiates from the Hawaiian Islands. The island of Oahu is the entry point for the majority of travellers who come here seeking idyllic tropical beaches and a thriving social scene. Honolulu is Hawaii’s largest city and main hub for the action. It is a truly cosmopolitan destination packed with interesting attractions, countless dining options and a wide range of cultural institutions.

Honolulu is an absolute playground for kids. Everywhere you turn there’s water to swim in, clean beaches to frolic along and unusual sights to marvel at. Honolulu is blessed with an incredible number of discovery centres, amusement parks and sea life attractions. Parents will have no trouble finding something interesting for the kids in this family-friendly town.

You’ll likely be flying to Honolulu, arriving at the Honolulu International Airport located four miles (6.5kms) west of the city. Most of the major US airlines and many other international carriers fly regularly into Honolulu, especially from Asia. Its spacious terminal has a full range of services and amenities for passengers including banking facilities, airline lounges, business centres and information booths.

Banks: 08:30 to 15:00 Monday to Thursday; 08:30 to 18:00 Fridays; some banks have morning hours on Saturdays
Post Offices: 09:00 to 14:00, Monday to Friday
Department Stores and Shops: 10:00 to 21:00, Monday to Friday; 10:00 to 17:30 Saturdays; 12:00 to 18:00 Sundays
Museums: 09:00 to 17:00, daily
Business Offices: 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday