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Hawaii's Best: Travel Tips, Guide and Culture Advice for Your Hawaii Vacation - 5 Surprising Facts About Oahu That Will Change the Way You See the Island

5 Surprising Facts About Oahu That Will Change the Way You See the Island

Hawaii's Best: Travel Tips, Guide and Culture Advice for Your Hawaii Vacation

10/18/23 • 12 min

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On this solo episode, we dive deep into the captivating tales and lesser-known stories of Oahu. This episode uncovers the island's hidden gems, from its royal ties to the intriguing legend of the guardian bird. Join us as we explore interesting Oahu facts and discover a side of paradise you've never seen before.
What we discuss on this episode:

  • The unique indigenous bird of Oahu and its cultural significance.
  • Controversies surrounding the Kaena Point Space Force Satellite Tracking Station.
  • Significance of the Nuuanu Pali Lookout and its pivotal role in Hawaiian history.
  • Ancient Hawaiian heiaus (temples) and their cultural importance.
  • The transformation of Waikiki from a royal retreat to a world-famous tourist destination.

👉 Full show notes and resources can be found here.

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10/18/23 • 12 min

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Hawaii's Best: Travel Tips, Guide and Culture Advice for Your Hawaii Vacation - 5 Surprising Facts About Oahu That Will Change the Way You See the Island

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One of the things I absolutely love about Hawaii is that there is always something new to explore and discover. And in today's episode, we're going to explore five things you probably didn't know about the island of Oahu. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just planning your first trip, Welcome to Oahu.
I guarantee you'll learn something new and interesting today. So grab your favorite beverage, sit back and join me as we uncover some fun facts about the island of Oahu. Aloha. Welcome to

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