- Full-color throughout!
- Insider advice on avoiding the crowds as you explore Oahu, from the world-famous Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head Crater to Honolulu's Chinatown and museums. Plus tips for discovering the "real" Oahu as the locals see it, from attending a Hawaiian-language church service to taking in a fish auction.
- Where to find the absolute best beaches, adventures for thrill-seekers, hiking trails and golf courses, and luxurious spa resorts.
- Insightful commentary from our expert author, a resident of Hawaii's Big Island, on Oahu's dazzling array of activities, from snorkeling and diving to how to plan a wedding on the island.
- Opinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writer is passionate about her Hawaii—she tells it like it is in an engaging and helpful way.
- Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity—no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.
- User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences.
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Hundreds of photos
Easy-to-read maps throughout
Exact prices, directions, opening hours, and other practical information
Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants, plus sights, shopping, and nightlife
Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas
Insider tips from local expert authors
Find news, deals, apps, expert advice,and travel forums at Frommers.com
About the Author
A resident of the Big Island, Jeanette Foster has skied the slopes of Mauna Kea—during a Fourth of July ski meet, no less—and gone scuba diving with manta rays off the Kona Coast. A prolific writer widely published in travel, sports, and adventure magazines, she’s also the editor of Zagat’s Survey to Hawaii’s Top Restaurants. In addition to writing this guide, Jeanette is the author of Frommer’s Hawaii Day by Day, Frommer’s Hawaii, Frommer’s Maui, Frommer’s Hawaii from $80 a Day, Frommer’s Kauai, Frommer’s Hawaii with Kids, and Frommer’s Portable Big Island.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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good comprehensive guide for typical tourists
May 16 2012
By l2
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At barely 300 pages, this is not a huge book, but it does have pretty good coverage of what most tourists need. As is typical of Frommer's books, about 1/3 of the pages are an overview of the area including suggested itineraries, best-of and must-do lists, and some history and culture lessons. Another 1/3 of the book is listings and reviews for tourist-oriented businesses like hotels, restaurants, and nightlife. The last 1/3 of the book is details on activities and attractions.
The book is fine for what it tries to do. The book is in color, but photos are small and sparse, unlike some other guidebooks that are full of photos. The restaurant and hotel listings are far from comprehensive, but they do give you a good idea about what is available, both in types and locations.
Yes, you can find most of this material on the internet these days, but not with this this level of organization and consistency.
The book is fine for what it tries to do. The book is in color, but photos are small and sparse, unlike some other guidebooks that are full of photos. The restaurant and hotel listings are far from comprehensive, but they do give you a good idea about what is available, both in types and locations.
Yes, you can find most of this material on the internet these days, but not with this this level of organization and consistency.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book
Nov 25 2012
By Anita Casteel
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Great book, love it bunches. Well worth the money spent. Arrived quickler than expected and was well packaged for protection.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Was a pretty good book.
Nov 16 2012
By AmazonLover
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Format:Paperback|Amazon Vine™ Review
My wife and I had never been to Hawaii and this book definitely helped us while there. I was disappointed in the lack of detail, especially when it came to Pearl Harbor. Very little in the book on that. I would not recommend this as the only book you get or research you do if you are spending a week or more on Oahu. We were just there for a couple days so it was ok for us.
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