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Helpful Articles - Oahu

Your Guide to Sending Oahu & Honolulu Freight—Quickly and Efficiently

Sending eastbound freight to the mainland or westbound freight to Honolulu Harbor on Oʻahu? There are a few nuances you need to know that can make all the difference for your timeline and your budget. In this article, we’ll show you what you need to know about shipping freight to and from Oʻahu—and moving it around the island to locations like Waikiki, Honolulu, Kapolei, and beyond. With these tips, you’ll uncover a new level of ease in getting your freight where it needs to go, efficiently and cost-efficiently. #1: Choose the Right Mode for Your Shipment Freight arrives to Oʻahu via one of two modes:...

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Living in Waikiki: Our Complete Guide on Where to Work, Shop, Play & More!

Waikīkī Beach sees more than four million visitors every year. But did you know that just over 18,000 Oʻahu residents call Waikīkī home? If you love being right in the middle of it all—with easy access to shops, world-class restaurants, and, of course, the beach—Waikīkī may be just the spot for you. In this guide, you’ll get an insider’s look at this action-packed area, including where to live in Waikīkī, where to work, where to shop, and where to play. Welcome to Beautiful Waikīkī Waikīkī is the kind of place that’s inspired many songs—Hawaiian mele and English-language songs alike. Its glittering high-rise buildings, turquoise waters,...

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Living on Oahu’s North Shore: Neighborhoods, Activities, Local Shops, and More

About a million people call Oʻahu their home. Around 17,000 live on North Shore. Contrast that with the 350,964 residents living in Urban Honolulu, and you’ll start to get a sense just how different the North Shore can feel from busy Honolulu.   Oʻahu 1,016,508 2020 Census  Urban Honolulu 350,964 2020 Census North Shore 17,232 C&C Data If you’re moving to Oʻahu and looking for a laid-back lifestyle—something that offers a more rural feel than what you’d find around Honolulu—the North Shore might be perfect for you.    In this article, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know if you’re considering a move to...

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A Local’s Guide to Oahu’s Hidden Gems

Don’t worry! We’re not here to give out Google Maps directions to anyone’s favorite “secret” waterfall. But we are here to share some hidden gems on Oahu—our favorite local businesses. With our guide, you’ll enjoy a unique, only-on-Oahu experience while supporting our local artists, artisans, farmers, makers, chefs, business owners, and entrepreneurs. The vibrancy of Oahu’s culture rests on the businesses run by local individuals and families—and they’re a huge part of what makes Oahu so special. We encourage you to shop and support local on the Gathering Place as much as you can. Use this list of our favorites as your starting point. #1:...

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Our List of the 11 Best Breweries on Oahu

Over the last few years, beer has slowly been losing market share to spirits. However, sales of craft beer rose by 7.9% in 2021, and the number of regional craft breweries also ticked upward by 1.4%, according to statistics from the Brewers Association. Given the healthy state of the craft beer market, it’s no wonder that you’ll find plenty of local breweries on Oahu to enjoy. Below, you’ll find our list of the 11 best breweries on Oahu. Consider this your map for sipping your way through Oahu, one craft brew at a time. To keep the party going, we’ve also included some honorable mentions—spots...

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Where Can I Find the Best Surf on Oahu?

If Hawaii is the surfing capital of the world, the island of Oahu is its crown jewel. Like the rest of the island chain, Oahu gets plenty of excellent, surfable waves year-round. Plus, when the North Shore goes off in the winter, athletes from all over the world convene to test their skills and hone their mettle on the island’s most famous surf breaks. But Oahu isn’t just for experienced big-wave surfers. You’ll find plenty of breaks perfect for aspiring surfers who have yet to experience the rush of standing up on their first wave, plus a bunch of intermediate spots for surfers building their...

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