Romantic Notions on Oahu

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The Hawaii that people dream of is filled with romance from natural beauty and adventure to sophisticated resorts, shopping and nightlife. Romance is found throughout the island of Oahu, known affectionately as “the heart of Hawaii.”

One with Nature

Natural beauty inspires dreams and love. A tropical island in the middle of the beautiful Pacific Ocean is the perfect setting for a romantic interlude.
- Stroll along hand-in-hand on any one of the 125 miles of shoreline surrounding the island of Oahu and share in the quiet and beauty.
- Watch as the ocean turns the diamond-like reflections from the sun into a silver pathway to stars.
- Be wooed by a beachfront candlelight dinner to the sounds of palm trees rustling in the cool sea breeze keep tune with the ocean lapping on the shore.
- Paddle out to sea on a kayak adventure together with a break for a picnic on the secluded beach of Mokulua Island, just off shore from Lanikai Beach on the windward side of Oahu.
- Explore the allure of Oahu with a scenic drive around the island where the bustling city life of Waikiki transforms into the serene countryside of Oahu’s North Shore.
- Discover the romantic places to kiss from the panoramic lookout on Mount Tantalus to the breath-taking views of Diamond Head with the sparkle of Honolulu city lights to dazzle.
- Lay down for a nap with trees towering above in the lush Foster Botanical Garden, a living museum of tropical plants, collected over a period of 140 years.
- Watch the power and beauty of Mother Nature at the Halona Blowhole lookout on Oahu’s south shore.
- Walk under the moonlight for a romantic view of Waimea Valley enticed by the fragrant aroma of native flowers that only blossom at night.

Especially for Two

Being pampered is good for the heart and soul. Sharing in that pampering crosses into romance. Many spas on Oahu now offer treatments and massage for couples with professionally trained masseuses who incorporate Hawaiian, Asian, Western, and Polynesian beauty and relaxation concepts into truly extraordinary pampering experience.
- Moana Lani Spa at the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa
- The Kahala Hotel and Resort’s SpaSuites
- SpaHalekulani at the Halekulani
- Mandara Spa at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
- Na Hoola Spa at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki

Some spas on Oahu have also taken a creative approach to spa treatments, combining the sense of taste with that of smell and touch that are perfect for celebrating romance.

Mandara Spa at the Hilton Hawaiian Village offers for couples, “An Exploration in Chocolate” treatment, which starts with side-by-side massages in a twin spa suite, followed by applications of chocolate macadamia nut exfoliation scrub, and ending with an aromatic bath.

When Three is Not a Crowd

The more the merrier when celebrating a special occasion. The nightlife on Oahu celebrates love with music, dancing and special acknowledgement of wedding and honeymoon couples. Celebrate and revel in the joy of being an official newlywed at any one of the dance clubs below:
- Rumours at the Ala Moana Hotel
- Lotus Soundbar on Kuhio Avenue
- Pearl Ultralounge at Ala Moana Center
- Nextdoor in Chinatown
- Level 4 in the Royal Hawaiian Center

For a romantic drink at sunset, the beachfront hotels in Waikiki offer spectacular views sure to make lovers swoon.
- Mai Tai Bar at The Royal Hawaiian
- House Without a Key at Halekulani Hotel
- The Beach Bar at Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort
- Hula Grill at Outrigger Waikiki
- Tropics Bar & Grill at Hilton Hawaiian Village

For that thoughtful and unique romantic evening, the Movie Museum offers movies for two. The intimate 18-seat movie theater can be rented exclusively for private screenings of all of your favorite romantic classics.

Romantic Dining

Fabulous food, great ambiance and excellent service are the ingredients to cook up romance. The variety of cuisine and settings abound on the island of Oahu.
- Dining at the exquisite oceanfront La Mer combines the elegance of France with the romanticism of Oahu. The sounds of “la mer,” or the sea of Waikiki, set the mood for an elegant meal for two.
- Relax amidst an abundance of brightly-colored tropical orchids as you look out onto the calming waters of Waikiki at Orchids at the Halekulani. Renowned for its Sunday brunch, Orchids offers innovative dishes in a relaxed, tropical setting.
- Sit window-side and enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean at Hoku’s Restaurant. Watch as food is prepared and served straight from the Hoku’s open kitchen to your plate as you and your partner enjoy the old charm of the Kahala Hotel and Resort. For an intimate dinner served under the stars in a cabana setting, the Seaside Grill has been home to many marriage proposals.
- Love fills the air at Bali by the Sea at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Spa, which offers a dramatic oceanfront setting, a relaxed atmosphere, and selection of 350 fine wines. A weekly fireworks show on Friday nights makes this dinner spectacular.
- Experience romantic dining where east meets west at Indigo Restaurant located in downtown Honolulu. Enjoy an elegant dinner amidst waterfalls, lush green gardens, and a dining room set with dark rattan chairs, ceiling fans and bamboo blinds along the sides of the patio.

Some other fabulous restaurants that inspire romance include:
- Chef Mavro
- Alan Wong’s Restaurant
- Haleiwa Joe’s
- Star of Honolulu Five-Star Dinner Cruise
- Hau Tree Lanai at the New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel
- Azure at The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort
- Nobu Waikiki
- Hiroshi Eurasian Tapas
- Michel’s
- Ola at Turtle Bay Resort

Romantic Ideas

Oahu offers such variety that finding that unique and special souvenir is easy to do.
- Take home permanent memories of visiting Oahu together with Hawaiian tattoos. Professionally trained artists can create a pair of Hawaiian bands around the ring finger, or matching his and her Hawaiiana tattoos.
- Express your love to each other and to the world with matching his and her aloha wear. Manuhealii offers coordinating dresses and aloha shirts in contemporary styles.
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Let your love shine with elegantly designed Hawaiian jewelry by Philip Rickard at the Royal Hawaiian Center. Phillip Rickard can custom design special Hawaiian heirloom pieces, engraved with your names translated into Hawaiian.

Resource

Hawaii Tourism Authority / Oahu Visitor's Bureau / July 21, 2010

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