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On this episode of Hawaii’s Best, Bryan talks with the co-founder and CEO of Shaka Guide, Andrew Fowers. Get Episode Show Notes Here:  --> hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode58 <-- The conversation is a comprehensive Oahu travel guide with some history, highlights, and well-informed travel tips.With Honolulu as the capital, Oahu has over a million locals and the most visitors every year. It’s the perfect combination of epic surfing, beautiful beaches, and rainforest hikes, all within close distance to each other.Oahu has so much to offer visitors. The main hub is Honolulu and Waikiki, which are very close together. There is a ton of shopping, numerous hotels, and a ton to do.One spot not everyone knows about is Kaka’ako Chinatown Arts District near downtown Honolulu, which has art murals, new incredible restaurants, and other hidden gems.If you’re a first-time visitor to Oahu, check out Pearl Harbor Memorial and nearby Aviation Museum, get the Dole Whip at the Dole Plantation, and drive to the North Shore and stop in as many spots as possible - including legendary beaches like Bonsai Pipeline where you’ll probably catch surfers catching waves us regular people can only dream about.Visit the Polynesian Culture Center and consider viewing their park; they have a luau and night show that you don’t want to miss. Check out Kualoa Ranch where they filmed Jurassic Park, and tour Iolani Palace too.Make sure to check out Shaka Guide’s Circle Island tour for the best way to get the most out of your trip to Oahu!Episode ResourcesOahu Travel Guide BlogDownload Shaka Guide AppsTraveling to Hawaii Responsibly: Episode 55Travel Pono (responsibly)Pono Pledge WebsiteHawaiiCovid19.com/travelSafe Travels Program: Episode 50Traveling to Hawaii Responsibly: Episode 55Spread AlohaBe sure you subscribe to the podcast to automatically receive your episodes!Have a Question? Wanna Share Your Hawaii Tips or Experience?Send us a message, and we’ll share it on the podcast: speakpipe.com/hawaiisbestGet Episode Show Notes Here:  --> hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode58 <--Connect with Us on SocialInstagram: Instagram.com/Hawaiis.BestFacebook: Facebook.com/HawaiisBestTravelJoin our Visit Hawaii Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/traveltohawaii As always, continue to live out aloha no matter where you are in the world. Thank you for living a rating and review of what you love most about Hawaii. Until next time, be well, aloha!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hawaiisbest)