Getting to Oahu
Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu is Hawaii's major airport, serving as the entry point for most of Hawaii's visitors. All major domestic carriers and many international carriers serve Oahu, so you can get here from just about anywhere.

Staying on Oahu
Finding accommodations is easy on Oahu. You'll find everything here from hotels, luxury resorts, boutiques, rentals and bed and breakfasts. Waikiki is where you'll find the majority of Oahu's hotels and resorts. Beyond Waikiki, you can find one luxury resort in east Honolulu (The Kahala Hotel & Resort), one on the North Shore (Turtle Bay Resort) and one on the Leeward Coast in the Ko Olina Resort area (J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort and Spa), as well as rental cottages and condos throughout the island.

Anytime of year is a good time to visit Oahu. The average temperature here is between 75°-85° F. Summer, between April and November, is warmer and drier while winter, between December and March, is a bit cooler. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round. It is generally drier on the western (leeward) side and wetter on the eastern (windward) side.

Traveling on Oahu
You can get around by car rental, shuttle, taxi or Oahu's public transportation system. Many visitors also enjoy taking bus tours to conveniently explore the Island. Others rent mopeds and motorcycles. But to really experience all that Oahu offers, you should consider reserving a rental car in advance from the Honolulu International Airport.

Oahu's city transportation system is aptly named “TheBus.” Fares are reasonable, routes are extensive and there are special visitor passes for multiple day uses. For more information on fares, bus routes to popular attractions and other useful information visit http://www.thebus.org.

Another affordable option is the trolley. The routes and destinations are not as extensive as TheBus but the trolley goes to most major tourist attractions and offer tickets for unlimited rides over a certain number of days. For more information visit http://www.waikikitrolley.com or call (808) 593-2822.

Taxis are a great way to travel when in a group and the cost can be shared. You can find taxi stands at most major shopping malls, in the business district and at the airport. Note that rather than hailing a cab, finding taxi stands at major shopping malls and businesses as well as calling for pick-ups via hotel concierge or phone is the norm in Hawaii.

Useful Phone Numbers and Links:
The area code for the state of Hawaii is (808).
Honolulu International Airport Visitor Information: (808) 836-6413
Agricultural Inspection: (808) 832-0566
Camping Permits: (808) 523-4525 (county), (808) 587-0300 (state)

Learn more detailed Hawaii Travel Tips at:
Travelsmarthawaii.com