Detail Information- Oahu Airport Description HNL - Honolulu International Airport Best Time to Visit May through October Resort Areas Honolulu/Waikiki, Turtle Bay, Kahala, Central Oahu, West Oahu, North Shore, Windward. Travel with minors No restrictions. Bank Information Hawaiian banks are open during normal banking hours, and ATMs are widely available. ATM Available Yes Currency The U.S. dollar Departure Taxes   Drinking Water The water is safe to drink. Duty Free Shopping In order to take advantage of duty free shopping, you must have a plane ticket with an international destination. Climate/Topography Weather in Oahu varies considerably between regions because of the combined effects of the moist northeasterly trade winds and the island's mountain ranges. These mountains draw the moisture out of the trade winds, resulting in rainfall on the higher elevations and northerly slopes. Oahu's summer months tend to be mostly sunny to partly cloudy throughout the island, while the winter months bring an increase of clouds and periodic rain showers, particularly to the island's north shore area. The winter showers do not normally disrupt vacationer's plans because there are relatively few periods of prolonged rain. Oahu is the third largest and chief island of Hawaii, and consists of two parallel mountain ranges separated by a rolling plain. Mt. Kaala (4,040 ft/1,231 m) is its highest peak, and there are many extinct volcanoes scattered throughout the island, most notably Diamond Head. The capital city of Honolulu and Pearl Harbor are both on the urbanized South Coast, and Oahu's many fine beaches line a coast bordered by promontories of ancient lava rock and coral reef. Electricity U.S. standard Gambling There is no gambling in any of the Hawaiian Islands. Innoculations/Vaccination N/A Language English Location Description The Hawaiian Islands lie 2,400 miles southwest of San Francisco (about 5 hours by air), and Oahu is the third largest island in the Hawaiian chain, located between Kauai and Molokai. Proof of Citizenship A Photo I.D., such as a driver's license or employee I.D., is required to travel in the U.S. Golf Courses Waikiki Ala Wai Golf Course is an 18-hole, Par-70 course set on the edge of Waikiki, with views of Diamond Head and the Koolau Mountain Range. The course is flat but challenging, with reasonable green fees, a prime location, and a number of tourist facilities just steps away in nearby Waikiki. Hawaii Kai Golf Course offers the Championship Course and Executive Course. Designed by William Bell, the Championship Course measures 6,614 yards from the championship tee and features wide fairways, large greens with well-placed bunkers, and beautiful sceneries. Every tee on the Championship course offers a view of the Makapuu Cliffs, Pacific Ocean and the rugged eastern Oahu coastline. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr, The Hawaii Kai Executive Course is a 2,323-yard, 55 Par 3 layout that is characterized by small, undulating and sloping greens. The design requires emphasis on the golfer's putting and chipping skills. Central Oahu Miliani Golf Course is a Par 72, 6,455-yard course nestled on a plateau, with the Waianae Mountains and the Koolaus stretching away in the distance. The course beautifully carves it's way through Norfolk Pines, Eucalyptus Trees, African Tulip trees, and lush tropical Hawaii foliage, in bloom all year around. Pearl Country Club is located on the gentle slopes of the Koolau mountain range, overlooking Pearl Harbor and the Waianae Mountain Range. Open year round to the public, this 18-hole, Par 72 course is stretched across 198 beautifully landscaped acres, just a short 20-minute drive from Waikiki. Ted Makalena Golf Course is a flat, 18-hole course with sparse fairways located in the community of Waipahu on a peninsula near Pearl Harbor. This public course is just 15 miles from downtown Honolulu, and approximately a 40-minute drive from Waikiki hotels. West Oahu Ewa Beach International Golf Club is a "semi-private membership course," meaning that public tee times are available two-and-one-half days per week: Wednesdays and Thursdays all day and Saturday from noon to 2 pm. At all other times, this is a private course. The layout is a gem, featuring plenty of water and some nicely preserved ancient Hawaiian artifacts. Hawaii Prince Golf Club provides 27 holes of championship play. Designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay, this unique course creates a variety of playing experiences for all skill levels. The only golf course of its kind in Hawaii, it occupies 270 acres of sheer beauty, with stunning views of the rain-carved Waianae Mountains. Guests of the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki receive preferred tee times and shuttle service. Kapolei Golf Course is renowned for its well-kept fairways, bunkers and greens. Designed by Ted Robinson, it measures some 7,001 yards and plays very nicely in the mornings, however it does tend to get a little breezy later in the day. North Shore Kahuku Golf Course is Par-35, 9-hole Bermuda Grass course. This municipal course is open daily - except on Christmas Day and New Years Day - from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tee time reservations are required only on the weekends. Koolau Golf Course is located at Kaneohe, about 13 miles north of Honolulu. It is Par 72 for 18 holes, and is considered a challenging course. It has the highest Slope Rating in the country. The 18th hole is unbelievable and golfers are advised to bring lots of balls. Many consider it the toughest course in America. It opened in 1992 and has no caddies. Carts are included in greens fees, walking is not restricted. Call for tee times up to 60 days in advance for the "hardest course in Hawaii." Olomana Golf Links offers two distinctly different nines, each equally challenging. The 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. Dress Description Hawaii is one of the more informal places on the globe, it is warm all year long, and unless you are staying at a five-star hotel, there is seldom need for a jacket. (In the winter months, a light jacket or sweater might be appropriate for evenings or to protect against the occasional rain squall.) Most restaurants require shoes and a shirt for service, but casual is definitely the order of the day. Everybody needs five things; swimsuit, shorts, sunglasses, waterproof sunscreen and a camera. Everything else is optional. For women, we'd recommend light slacks, a sundress, a sweater, comfortable shoes (maybe even jeans or hiking shoes if you plan to hike) along with something for casual evening wear. For men, jeans make sense if you are trekking into the forest, otherwise light sport shirts and trousers and a pair of loafers and walking shoes make up a complete wardrobe. Handicap Information Wheelchair accessible private and public transportation is available, as are many accessible beaches, restaurants and hotels. Rental Car Information Apple Vacations offers advance car rental service through Alamo, though many major rental agencies are available throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Time Zone Hawaiian Time Zone, 3 hours behind Pacific Tipping & Taxes Tipping is at the discretion of the customer, usually 15%. Tourist Board Phone # 1-877-525-OAHU Wedding Requirement There is no waiting requirement for marriage licenses, but the bride and groom must present themselves in person in order to obtain it ($50 payable in cash, valid statewide for 30 days). Guests can ask at their hotel for the nearest licensing agent. Weather Conditions Summer temperatures range from 85 to 87°F, with night time lows of 70 to 74°F. Winter temperatures range from 70 to 74°F, with night time lows from 65 to 69°F.