Learn to surf on Waikiki in Honolulu

Meet Honolulu

2500 miles out in the Pacific you'll find Honolulu, the most isolated capital city in the world. Surrounded by the azure Pacific, the Ko'olau mountain range, and Diamond Head, you couldn't ask for a more picturesque setting.

You'd expect a Pacific world capital between California and the Orient to have a unique twist on art, culture, food, and fashion. Honolulu has really come into its own as of late and is definitely worth a week or two. The city has a population of 350,000, while the county is just over a million. The natural beauty makes for a hip laid back vibe that's so easy to embrace.

Learn your Hawaiian history at the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in the United States. They had electricity before the White House. Check out Bishop Museum, the world's leading center for Polynesian culture. Pay your respects at Pearl Harbor, such an important part of WWII history.

The food scene here is on fire with hot new chefs drawing on their multi-cultural roots to create an array of exciting dishes and natural fresh beverage concoctions.

Mix in Waikiki beach, where surfing was born. The hotels range from historic, to hip and trendy, to the height of luxury. Plus there's plenty of affordable options a block or two off the beach. And Waikiki is very welcoming of LGBTQ visitors!

And now with increased nonstop air service, it's an easy breezy trip!