Best Time to Visit

Oahu has great weather all year round and is considered to be one of Hawaii's best islands. However, the winter from November until March can be more rainy, especially on the island's east coast, so this season can be considered as a less popular one with visitors. While the winter offers the best chances for whale watching, the period between May and September is the warmest, and thus tourists' favorite. Do consider traveling in off-season periods, as prices will be lower and both sights and streets less crowded.

Passport / Visa

Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip to enter the country.

Honolulu Airport (HNL)

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu is located approximately 2 miles (3 km) from Downtown Honolulu. Bus numbers 19 and 20 run from the airport to Downtown Honolulu and then on to Waikiki from 5am to 11:45pm. Roberts Hawaii Tours and Transportation company operates a shuttle bus from the airport to any hotel in Waikiki, and another option is Oahu Airport Shuttle. There are also a number of taxi services waiting outside the terminal.

• Web:

  airports.hawaii.gov/hnl

• Address:

  300 Rodgers Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI

• Phone:

  +1 808 836 6411

Public Transport

Waikiki Trolley, the local transport service, has 40 drop off points between Downtown Honolulu, Waikiki, and Hanauma Bay, and they run regularly. You can buy single tickets as well as 1, 4 or 7 day passes, and they will allow you to take every bus and even a ride at Double Deckers.

• Web:

  www.waikikitrolley.com

• E-mail:

  aloha@waikikitrolley.com

• Phone:

  +1 808 593 2822

Taxi

There are several taxi services operating across the island, and Charley's Taxi is one of the most known. Other options for lower fares are the rideshare companies Uber and Lyft.

• Web:

  www.charleystaxi.com

• Phone:

  +1 808 531 1333

Electricity

All power sockets in the United States provide a standard voltage of 110–120V with a standard frequency of 60Hz. Plug type A has two flat parallel pins.