Tropical settings, great beaches, year-round pleasant weather and more—it’s no small wonder that a Hawaiian vacation can quickly become a permanent option worth exploring. If you’re looking to relocate or perhaps visit, here are six quick things to know about Honolulu
1. Know where Honolulu is
We start off with this point to make it as basic as possible: The State of Hawaii is a chain of volcanic islands with six main islands. Honolulu is located on Oahu, which is considered the heart of Hawaii. This island offers residents and tourists a mix of new, western ideas and the historic, vibrant native cultures.
2. The weather is pleasant year-round, but you won’t always be hitting the beach
Honolulu sees some amazing weather for the most part, with dry summers and a rain season from October to early April. However, it’s worth noting that any extended stay will have you acclimated to these warmer temperatures—meaning that unless you’re fresh from a frigid Midwestern December, chances are you good you’ll only be hitting the beach and not the water.
3. Honolulu’s natural beauty.
You won’t have to travel far outside of the city to experience some wonderful hiking trails. Locals loves trails such as the Lulumahu Falls Trail, which is a roughly three-mile hike with some gorgeous views of the falls afterwards, and the Makiki Valley Trail that offers a great variety of native island flora and fauna.
And if you’re looking for a more sandy outdoor experience, checkout Kaimana Beach with its crystal clear waters or the world-famous Waikiki Beach.
4. Honolulu offers access to so much more
Another great thing about life in Honolulu is the access to all of Oahu in general. Typically speaking, you can traverse the island in your car in about four hours, meaning a day trip to surf in North Shore is not out of the question at all. Just be sure to
5. Know you’re neighborhoods in Honolulu
As with any city, Honolulu has its own set of neighborhoods to show a distinct facet of the overall community. For instance, Downtown Honolulu serves as the political and economic center of the city, while Chinatown provides chic galleries, eateries, and coffee shops.
6. Honolulu ranks high
According to U.S. News & World Report, Honolulu ranks among the top 100 cities to live in as well as retire in. Likely due to many of the points above—nice weather, safety, quality of life, and overall desirability. However, there is one downside: cost of living.
The same report lists Honolulu as the seventh most expensive American city to live in. According to BestPlaces.net, the median home cost in Honolulu is north of of $660,000, and even a studio apartment can cost more than $1,100 in rent each month. Thankfully, we can help with this last part.
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