Grab your sunglasses and off you go. The lush windward side of Oahu awaits, just minutes from sunny Waikiki. Pause at the historic Nuuanu Pali Lookout and hold on to your hat. The wind is mischievous, but the view is grand. And the fun is just beginning.

Burst through the Pali Tunnels and head to the beach. You’re on Oahu’s Windward side, where little towns dot the coast, and the aqua-colored ocean is right out of a painting. Chic boutiques to tasty eats, one day is not enough.

It’s back on the road, but not for long. At a pier-side restaurant, the fish is fresh off the boat. Mokolii (fondly known as “Chinaman’s Hat”) gets bigger around each bend. And a host of adventures call to your wilder—or milder—side.

The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau marks the start of Oahu’s big wave surf season. Named for Waimea Bay’s legendary lifeguard, this elite competition packs the beach with surfing’s biggest names. Drop in early for a spot on the sand.

Art imitates life in Haleiwa on Oahu’s North Shore, with funky shops, laid-back restaurants and an attitude that says life is not meant to be taken too seriously. Find a party or make your own. It’s just that kind of place.

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