Mimi Towle, Author at Hawaii Islander

Aerial view of a beach filled with people, umbrellas, and lounge chairs. The sandy shore is dotted with teal umbrellas and beachgoers enjoying the sun. The turquoise ocean waves gently lap against the coastline, with a few swimmers visible in the water. Palm trees add a tropical touch, completing an ideal scene for those staying at best value hotels in Oahu.

Best Value Hotels in Waikiki

With nearly 30,000 hotel rooms within the 3.4 square miles of Waikiki, you can find a wide range of price points for lodgings. These hotels […]

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A beachfront resort with pink buildings, several palm trees, and a curved high-rise structure in the background. The foreground features rows of empty lounge chairs and umbrellas arranged neatly on the sandy beach, set against a partly cloudy sky—one of the best romantic hotels Waikiki offers.

Best Romance Hotels in Waikiki

Romance in Waikiki? YES! We’ve got the best list of adults-only pools or spas with couples’ treatments — for those looking to savor some special aloha

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Three people enjoying a group getaway in Oahu, relaxing on poolside loungers, holding up drinks, and wearing large sun hats under a sunny sky. The pool is surrounded by umbrellas and palm trees, with other vacationers in the background.

Best Hotels for Group Getaways in Waikiki

If you are looking for one place to make grumpy teens, ornery seniors and everyone in between happy? Waikiki can be the ideal place for

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A serene spa room at the best spa hotel in Oahu features two massage tables draped in white linens, adorned with rolled towels and green leaves. Two wicker chairs and a small table with champagne glasses sit near large open windows, offering views of a lush garden outside.

Best Spa Hotels in Waikiki

Who knew that Waikiki – known for live music, raucous happy hours and world class shopping was also a bastion of wellness. It can be,

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Ancient rock carvings depicting two human-like figures, each with extended arms and bent knees, are etched into the dark stone surface. These simplistic carvings appear amid rough, natural rock textures, making them a must-see on any petroglyph tour in Hawaii.

Petroglyph Walking Tour: See Hawaii Island Starting at the Fairmont Orchid

For years I have looked for an audio tour of the petroglyph fields of the Big Island’s Kohala Coast, once home to a thriving community.

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A wide shot of numerous surfers and paddleboarders in the turquoise waters near Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, with the Waikiki skyline and high-rise buildings in the background. Wonder why Waikiki is so iconic? Diamond Head crater is visible in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.

Why We Chose Waikiki

Sometimes We Just Need to Get Away… It seems to happen to everyone at some point. That one year, when the sh* just seems to

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A calico cat peacefully sleeps under a thick white blanket, with only its face visible. Its eyes are closed and it appears cozy and content. The soft folds of the blanket, one of the ultimate sleep essentials for travel, create a snug and comfortable atmosphere.

Travel Sleep Essentials: Don’t Let a Bad Night’s Sleep Ruin a Great Trip

Feature Photo: Kate Stone via Unsplash There is nothing worse than a bad night’s sleep on vacation. Waking up with a stiff neck or not

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Three people stand at a lookout point, enjoying a panoramic view of Waikiki's top attractions, with high-rise buildings, a large green park, and clear blue ocean waters. The sky is partly cloudy, and the landscape is lush and green, with mountains in the background.

Top Attractions in Waikiki

Waikiki is known for being a vibrant neighborhood popular for its surf, fine dining, and amazing hotels. Located on the south shore of Honolulu, it

Best Beaches for Walks on Oahu

We might all of different definitions of what makes the best walking beach. For these selections we’ve chosen beaches that are somewhat easy to get

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A woman and a child enjoy the clear, shallow water at a family-friendly beach on Oahu. Both are seen from behind, with the woman wearing a baseball cap and the child in a swimsuit. In the distance, two small islands or rocky hills are visible under a clear blue sky.

Best Beaches for Families on Oahu

Yhere are many family-friendly beaches on Oahu. In town, Waikiki Beach is generally calm with some break waters that create safe lagoons in case the

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