Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 272 pages
- Published by: Frommers
- Edition: 10th Edition November 19, 2007
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0470134828
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0470134825
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Book Dimensions:
7.9 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
- Weighs: 8.8 ounces
Product Description
You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!
Completely up to date, personally researched by local experts, and written in an honest, personal voice, Frommer's Honolulu, Waikiki & Oahu is the premier guide to this fascinating island. It's all here, from an amazingly diverse range of restaurants to the vibrant arts scene. Our candid and in-depth hotel reviews will help you find the perfect place to stay, whether you want a lavish high-rise resort on the sands of Waikiki or an intimate B&B on the remote north shore. No other guide comes close to matching our coverage of the island's best beaches, golf courses, and adventure outings.
Download Description
The premier guide to getting the most out of Hawaiis islands
- Over 4 million people visited Oahu alone in 2001
- The new Hawaii state art museum will open in November 2003 and become the second largest art museum in Hawaii
- A new $13 million Marine Education Center in Hanauma Bay, Oahus most popular snorkeling spot, introduces visitors to the Marine Life Sanctuary
- Honolulu, along with Maui, is Americas #4 tourist destination
Reader Reviews
This review is from: Frommer's Honolulu, Waikiki & Oahu (Paperback)
I am planning on returning to Hawaii for the first time in almost 15 years next year, and wanted to refamiliarize myself with Oahu and see what had changed. Most travel books cover the entire state, so I figured a book geared just towards Oahu would eliminate alot of superfluous info for me and it did. But I was really surprised and disappointed at how little the book had to offer me. I think a first time traveler might get a lot of use from this book because it does provide a very nice overview of highlights for the first timer. But, although I did find out some info that was of use to me, I was surprised by how much was glossed over if mentioned at all, especially since many shopping areas and beaches were mentioned, in detail in several sections of the book. With better organization the book could have contained a great deal more info in the same space. I was also surprised at how many restaurants, accomodations, and shopping places were missing (IE: There was absolutely NO mention of the International Marketplace, although it does appear on a Waikiki map) . I realize there isn't room for all of it, but I came away not trusting a book that seemed a little more biased than a guidebook should be. I found the informational parts, especially about the language very interesting and well written. Overall the book is average and has some very useful details and info, but if you really want to be well informed before you go, don't rely solely on this, you'll shortchange yourself if you do.
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