Beautiful Waikiki is a world class vacation spot. With miles of sparkling white sand and turquoise seas, outstanding dining and fun lounges, unbeatable shopping, and interesting historical sites, you'll have the time of your life in Waikiki. This two mile long area sits nestled along Oahu's sunny southern shore under the awesome profile of Diamond Head Crater.

Hike up to the top of Diamond Head for a fabulous view, paddle an outrigger canoe and catch some waves, and learn how to surf from the Waikiki Beach Boys. Sit on Waikiki Beach and watch a spectacular sunset while enjoying the soft strands of Hawaiian music. Catch the torch lighting ceremony and hula at Kuhio Beach.

Oahu is home to some of Hawaii's best golf. From the mountains to the seashore Oahu boasts the widest variety of golfing experiences available in Hawaii. You can test your game on America's toughest golf course Ko'olau or enjoy the spectacular ocean view from The Turtle Bay Resort on The North Shore. There are mountain side courses with lush jungles to man made wonders featuring water on every hole.

By far the best thing about Oahu and Waikiki Beach is the vast array of choices for every traveler.

Stroll through Kapiolani Park and visit the Rose Garden, the Honolulu Zoo, and the Waikiki Aquarium. On Sundays, enjoy "Art in the Park" as you visit with the artists who hang their paintings and photographs on the Zoo fence. Shop the famous International Marketplace for exotic treasures and visit the great boutiques and shops along Kalakaua and Kuhio Avenues.

Indulge in an intimate dining experience in one of many world class restaurants in Waikiki or sit back and enjoy the beach scene from your seat in a fun, casual beachfront lounge. Dance the night away in an exciting nightclub and stroll home along the beach under thousands of stars.

Miles and miles of sandy white beaches await you on Oahu's incredible North Shore. Winter surf, typically from November to March, transforms the North Shore beaches into one of the world's most challenging surfing meccas. When the winter swells hit the North Shore, the surf rises and forms stupendous breakers and perfect tubes. Don't miss the excitement and thrills of professional winter surfing at Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach and Banzai Pipeline.

Summer brings calmness to North Shore surf and the smooth waters at Sunset Beach live up to their name by reflecting awesome sunsets. Shark's Cove at Pupukea Beach Park (between Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach) is famous for snorkeling. A marine conservation zone, the cove is filled with fish, seaweed, coral formations, and lava caves. And don't worry, despite the name, there aren't any sharks.

Explore charming Hale'iwa Town with its quaint shops, galleries, and restaurants. Stop by Matsumoto's store for the most famous shave ice on the island. And at Wyland's Gallery, you'll probably see his "painted dolphins" car parked out front. Not far from Hale'iwa, the sleepy town of Waialua boasts the old Sugar Mill (now a marketplace) and the unique Sugar Bar saloon.

Follow the road along past Mokuleia to mostly deserted white sandy beaches that stretch for miles. Pick a beach, have a picnic, explore the tidepools and enjoy the laid-back country atmosphere of the North Shore. For a little excitement, continue on to Dillingham Airfield, take a glider ride and soar high over the coastal mountains and the sea. The road ends at Kaena Point Nature Preserve. The island's point is a few miles walk down a dusty dirt road or you can stroll along the beach to the Kaena Point lighthouse.

Oahu Golf Courses

Luana Hills Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 6595 yards.

From front nine to back nine you journey from wide open spaces on hillsides below the magic mountain of Olomana, to dense tropical jungle that showcases Hawaiian flora and birds. Located in the back of beautiful Maunawili Valley on the windward side of Oahu, Luana Hills Country Club is the first course in Hawaii designed by Perry Dye and his famous brother, Pete - one of the most accomplished golf architects in America. Luana Hills measures just 6,595 yards from the back tees, but its relatively modest length belies the challenge that lies ahead. The Dye brothers made sure to incorporate many of their trademark design features, including a variety of forced carries off the tee, bunkers bordered by railroad ties, par-3's over water to island greens, and fairways that fall off steeply into bunkers and ravines. Luana Hills is set in awesome natural surroundings beneath the deep green folds of the Ko'olau Mountains. The front nine plays across the lower slopes of Mount Olomana, while the back nine wends its way through a tropical rainforest with dramatic changes in elevation. Local residences refer to it as "Jurassic Park" because there are few signs of civilization, only the surrounding forest and the mountain peaks overhead.

Ko'olau Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 7310 yards.

Carved out of a magnificent tropical forest, Ko'olau Golf Club is one of the most inspiring golf experiences you will play - anywhere in the world. Ko'olau is nestled below Oahu's historic and popular Pali Lookout. Koolau offers breathtaking views of the majestic 2,000-foot-high cliffs of the Ko'olau Mountain Range, cascading waterfalls and commanding views of the Pacific Ocean and the beautiful windward side of Oahu. Ko'olau's natural setting provided master golf course architect Dick Nugent the opportunity to create a gem of a golf course that encompasses over 280 acres of spectacular terrain with a scenic 7,310-yard, par-72 layout unlike any other in the world. Ko'olau features impeccable conditioning and some of the most extraordinary scenery in the world.

Coral Creek Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 6808 yards.

No other course in Hawaii can compare to the beauty, challenge and experience of Coral Creek Golf Course. Nestled along the Ewa Plain, the golf course will provide a challenging test to golfers of all skill levels. We are pleased to introduce you to the newest, most heralded and long-awaited addition to Hawaii, Coral Creek Golf Course. Adding to the beauty of the islands, Coral Creek Golf Course offers golfers one of the most unique and beautiful pieces of land. You will find your every need catered to from the moment you enter the drive. From bag drop to country club service, you will find every detail has been taken care of to provide you with the most enjoyable visit. Combined with a world-class golf course layout, Coral Creek is one of the finest golf experiences in the world. The golf course was designed to expose natural coral rock formations in cliff-like structures, which adds to the beauty of the terrain.

Kapolei Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72;7001 yards.

Located west of Pearl Harbor, in Sunny Kapolei, Oahu's second city, the par-72 championship layout is beautifully landscaped with floral gardens, thousands of coconut palms, and five expansive lakes. Architect Ted Robinson, who is known for his creative use of water, moved massive amounts of dirt to create the lakes and to provide elevation and contouring for the course. Altogether the lakes come into play on 12 holes, and, in addition to being aesthetically pleasing, serve an important environmental function, catching storm run-off from the surrounding terrain. Kapolei measures 7,001 yards from the back tees, but with multiple tee positions the course can be enjoyed by all levels of golfers. More than 80 bunkers, elevated greens, and gently contoured fairways add to the challenge. Opened in 1995, Kapolei occupies 185 acres of former sugar cane lands at the southern end of the Waianae Mountains. It is just 24 miles from Waikiki. The course features five strategically placed lakes, undulated fairways, and elevated greens, providing a challenging and enjoyable round for both men and women of varying skills. Also available to avid golfers is our spacious driving range some 300 yards long. After your round of golf, we invite you to indulge at our clubhouse’s elegant restaurant which offers authentic Japanese cuisine as well as a wide variety of American foods. Our Proshop offers refined golf merchandise bearing the Kapolei Golf Course logo.

Waikele Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 6663 yards

Designed by internationally renowned golf course architect Ted Robinson, Waikele is just 30 minutes west of Waikiki in a region of exceptional beauty. The course overlooks Pearl Harbor and the blue Pacific. Turn, and your gaze sweeps from Diamond Head to the sculpted slopes of the Ko'olau and Waianae mountains. A truly comprehensive golf club, Waikele features a golf shop with the finest names in equipment and apparel, locker rooms, a restaurant, and a full-service driving range and putting greens. Club and shoe rentals and lessons are available, and Waikele's PGA golf professionals are happy to share pointers on course strategy. Waikele Golf Club provides challenges and enjoyment to players of all skill levels from beginner to pro through the use of water features and special topography. Surrounding the course are spectacular views of Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, and the Ko'olau and Waianae mountains. Beautiful water features, rolling fairways, undulating Bermuda greens and strategically placed bunkers round out Waikele's unique design features.

Turtle Bay Fazio Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 7199 yards.

Poised on the northernmost tip of Oahu, Turtle Bay Country Club is the perfect choice for the golfer who wants to escape the bustle of Honolulu and Waikiki. This secluded North Shore resort is named after the bay it overlooks, which is visited each year by green sea turtles that come to nest in Turtle Bay's pristine waters. The George Fazio Course has hosted the LPGA Tour's Hawaiian Open and was the site of the first Senior Skins Game, which included Arnold Palmer, Chi Chi Rodriquez, Gary Player and Sam Sneed. The course, George Fazio's only golf course in Hawaii, features generous fairways, deep bunkers and immaculately sculpted greens. This course was re-opened in the spring of 2002. Because of the growing popularity of golf at the resort offers a full range of water sports such as wind surfing and scuba diving. Guests can also enjoy five-star tennis courts, two swimming pools, volleyball, and horseback riding. Those looking for less strenuous pleasures can take advantage of three different cocktail lounges and three restaurants. The golf course has a driving range, a putting green, a fully stocked pro shop, and a clubhouse with a snack bar and shower rooms.

Turtle Bay Palmer Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 7199 yards.

Poised on the northernmost tip of Oahu, Turtle Bay Country Club is the perfect choice for the golfer who wants to escape the bustle of Honolulu and Waikiki. This secluded North Shore resort is named after the bay it overlooks, which is visited each year by green sea turtles that come to nest in Turtle Bay's pristine waters. The Palmer Course at Turtle Bay Resort is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay. When played from the Palmer (black) tees, the course will offer a stern challenge to the best players in the world. However, there are five sets of tees on each hole, and in some cases, six. This ensures that the course can be enjoyed by any caliber of golfer. The Palmer Course at Turtle Bay Resort features two distinctly different experiences. The front nine is nearly devoid of trees and shrubs. It features sand, water, wind, and rolling terrain. The back nine plays through a forest of ironwood pines and offers a very different feel. The 17th hole is unquestionably the signature hole on the course with no less than nine craggy bunkers surrounding the landing area and extending all the way up to the green. The 17th green sits on a plateau only 100 feet from the ocean. Because of the growing popularity of golf at the resort offers a full range of water sports such as wind surfing and scuba diving. Guests can also enjoy five-star tennis courts, two swimming pools, volleyball, and horseback riding. Those looking for less strenuous pleasures can take advantage of three different cocktail lounges and three restaurants. The golf course has a driving range, a putting green, a fully stocked pro shop, and a clubhouse with a snack bar and shower rooms.

Royal Kunia

18 Holes; Par 72; 7007 yards

Royal Kunia Country Club opened to the Public on April 5, 2003. The course is blessed with great views of Pearl Harbor and the city of Honolulu. Situated only 35 minutes from Waikiki, the course offers a great golfing experience for the beginner to low handicapper. The par 5 ninth hole is the signature hole of the course measuring 621 yards from the back tees. From the tee's one gets a panoramic view of the entire south shore of Oahu. Come play Oahu's newest course and experience a golf pleasure few have had.

Ko Olina Golf Club

18 Holes; Par 72; 6887 yards

Ko Olina is considered one of Hawaii's top courses. Opened in 1990, Ko Olina has been recognized by Golf Digest as one of the "Top 75 Resort Courses in the U.S.". Ko Olina has also been host to the LPGA Tour (1990-1995) and the Senior PGA Tour (1992). The course includes 16 water features on 8 different holes, multi-tiered greens, and well-manicured fairways. Ko Olina will challenge golfers to use every club in the bag with its demanding par 3's, well bunkered greens and gentle tradewinds. Large landing areas and varying lengths from the tees allow Ko Olina to accommodate players of all skill levels. Water is the defining feature at the beautiful Ko Olina Golf Club, located only 25 miles from Honolulu on Oahu's sunny southwest tip. Ted Robinson, a designer best known for his "waterscapes," took former sugar cane lands and moved more than a million cubic yards of dirt to create Ko Olina. He added moundings and contours, elevated tees and greens, and planted more than a thousand stately coconut palms and other trees. And, true to his trademark, he added lots of water. Waterfalls feed into streams that widen into pools that become lakes From the back tees Ko Olina measures 6,867 yards and is superbly maintained, with wide fairways and well-bunkered, multi-tiered greens.

New Ewa Beach Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 6541 yards.

The New Ewa Beach Golf Club is an alluring semi-private golf course, tucked away in a forest of kiawe (Key-ah-vae) trees. The signature hole on this course is #13, a 187-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot into the wind and over water. The greens are medium-sized and the course is not too difficult for the average golfer.

As you play your way across the environmentally friendly turf, you are certain to see Hawaiian stilts (the Ae'o), an endangered species indigenous the area, also enjoying the beautiful course.

Convenient parking, a warm and friendly staff, a clubhouse with full dining facilities, and a complete pro shop await you

Makaha Resort Golf Club

18 Holes; Par 72; 7077 yards

Golfers will enjoy not only the challenging play but the beautifully landscaped links. Strutting peacocks and well-placed ponds, palm trees, and bougainvillea provide constant visual delights. The course takes full advantage of the natural splendors of the Makaha Valley, following the valley's graceful contours, and winding past fern-covered glens. The jewel- like course is framed by the Waianae Mountain Range, with the awesome Mt. Kaala, which rises almost vertically for more than 5,000 feet above the valley floor, visible from every hole. Between rounds, players can refresh themselves at the 19TH Hole Snack Bar, which offers informal dining next to the fountain-fed pool. Or they can watch the sunset over cocktails in the Kanakapili Lobby Lounge. The Peacock Restaurant in the Kaala Dining Room, opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner that serves a wide range of continental favorites. But the championship golf course is the Resort's top attraction. A long par-72 that stretches 7,077 yards from the back tees, the course is acclaimed as one of the finest in Hawaii. The Makaha Resort Golf Club is one of only three resorts on Oahu with golf courses, and was the first to be built. William P. Bell designed the championship course layout, in 1966. Since the Makaha Resort Golf Club opened, some holes have been altered from Bell's design to accommodate new construction, but the resulting holes are considered at least as good as the originals. A large lake has been added in front of the number 16 green, and a state-of-the-art sprinkling system has been installed throughout. The artificial lakes are fed by a reservoir that also supplies the water for the fairways and greens. There are four par-three holes, ten par-four holes, and four par-five holes, and the course is studded with a proliferation of bunkers and nine small lakes. Today the layout is fully mature and the dense foliage and undergrowth that line the fairways reflects the care that has been lavished on it for decades. The par-four number 5 hole, which measures 427 yards from the middle tee, has fairly earned its number-one handicap rating. The undulating fairway presents a gradual incline from front to back, with a slight dogleg to the right. The tee shot must cross a creek, and the fairways are bordered by trees to the right and two bunkers. Two more bunkers guard the slightly elevated, two-tiered green. Adding to the challenge, the golfer is generally hitting into a crosswind. Five bunkers protect the green on the 9th hole, which features a kidney- shaped pond to the right that veers in front of the green. At 147 yards, this par-three hole is the shortest on the course. The 520-yard, par-five 14th is another tough hole. "You're hitting directly into the wind," says THE director of golf. "It's out-of- bounds on the left with a fairway bunker. On the right you have a water hazard waiting for any errant second shots. The green is small and medium-fast with two bunkers coming into play. The left out-of-bounds is relatively close." You will also find some strange phenomena on the course. The terrain appears to rise up when it's actually sloping down and players experience other visual distortions when standing on the greens. These anomalies may be contributed to "the slope of the valley, the mountain shadows, or even perhaps Makaha's ghost."

Hawaii Prince Golf Club

18 Holes; Par 72; 7225 yards

Hawaii Prince has three nine hole courses that are played in three eighteen hole combinations. The course layout consists of three nine-hole courses any two of which can be combined to play 18. (A&B,B&C,A&C). The longest yardage combination would be (B&C) measuring 7,255 from the back tees. This course is located on former sugar land. There are 270 acres of stunning views of the rain-carved Waianae Mountains. Ten scenic lakes protect many of the well-manicured greens. The club hosts several celebrity tournaments and the Super Pro Am. These courses are suited for both the beginner and above average golfer. The Hawaii Prince Golf Academy is located on the premises.

Pearl Country Club

18 Holes; Par 72; 6787 yards

Open year round to the public, Pearl Country Club is a short 20 minute drive from Waikiki. Our rates are comparable to other public golf courses on the island but our superior course conditions is equivalent to any private course. Golf carts are required and rental fees are included in your green fees. We also have a driving range and practice putting greens that are open daily to the general public.

Olomana Golf Links

18 Holes; Par 72; 6326 yards

Ideally located in the beautiful Windward community of Waimanalo, a scenic 20 minute drive from Waikiki. Olomana offers two distinctly different nines, each equally challenging. Our front nine features level fairways with a formidable water hazard at each hole while the back nine's irregular rolling hills are stippled with sand bunkers.
 

Hawaii Kai Championship Golf Course

18 Holes; Par 72; 6614 yards

The Championship Course measures 6614 yards from the championship tee and features wide fairways, large greens with well placed bunkers, and beautiful sceneries. The coastline along this area of Oahu is probably the most beautiful on the island, and just the drive around Koko Head Park is an adventure. But even more fun is a round of golf on this challenging course, whether played from the regular or championship tees. Always in excellent condition this popular Oceanside course boasts the largest greens in the state with deep bunkers surrounding the greens. Every tee on the Championship course offers a view of the Makapuu Cliffs, Pacific Ocean and the rugged eastern Oahu coastline. Wind is a significant factor of the Championship Course. For most golfers who are not accustomed to playing the course, there is a tendency to under club on the ten holes which play into the wind. Hawaii Kai Golf Course does not accept reservations for single players.

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