2. The most remote section of the island. A surfing mecca in the winter; miles of sandy beaches offering good summer swimming residential communities and many beaches line the west coast, although less frequented by tourists with a small selection of rentals The tourist epicenter of Hawaii with excellent shopping and dining, great weather and nice but busy beaches Dramatic mountain ridges, excellent beaches, and a large selection of vacation homes

4. Paradise Bay Resort offers kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, boat excursions, sport fishing and private boat packages Each suite offers a full kitchen or kitchenette and most suites offer a spacious and private-covered lanai, with ocean/bay and mountain views

5. Only steps from the beach and ocean, and close to banking, shopping, and a variety of fine restaurants Offers casually elegant accommodat ions in serene surroundin gs Attentiveness and personalized guest services on a more intimate and affordable scale

9. The only naval base in the United States to be designated a National Historical Landmark. Pearl Harbor honors this history-changing event with the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites: Battleship Missouri Memorial USS Arizona Memorial USS Oklahoma Memorial USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park Pacific Aviation Museum

10. The Kooloau mountain range provides a dramatic backdrop Nearly 3 miles long, mostly covered with soft light colored sand Offers more activities than any other: swimming, windsurfing, kite-boarding, kayaking, boogie boarding and occasionally surfing

12. Beautiful scenery Surfing Historic National Monument Great Food Great People Great Time