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trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Climbing Diamond Head - Do's and Don'ts

Mon, 4 May 2009 12:59:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rangerlover2 - In January I visited the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Many people I knew who had previously visited the island said that climbing Diamond Head was a must. Quite few of them said it was hard but "doable". Well I am here to tell you that I...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Unbelievable view after a bit of work

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 00:05:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author posingcarrot - In almost any picture of Waikiki Beach in Oahu, Hawaii there is a large, very noticeable mountain. This mountain is actually an old volcano that erupted and collapsed creating an amazing crater, called Diamond Head. Before our trip in 2003, my...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond Head: the best part of our visit to Waikiki

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 21:58:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - From the balcony of my hotel room in Waikiki the view of Diamond Head was beautiful and awe-inspiring. It's easy to see why this peak, actually a ridgeline of a volcanic crater, is a favorite of photographers as a natural backdrop for Waikiki Beach...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Good hike, Great view!

Thu, 19 Feb 2004 18:53:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author walker66 - I climbed Diamond Head in November 2002 during my first (and so far only) trip to Hawaii. Keep in mind I'm not what you would call "athletic" and I was able to do it so you should be able to also. While I was sitting on the benches resting at various...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: The trials and tribulations of climbing to the top of Diamond Head.

Sat, 24 May 2003 20:27:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hollynz - 'Do it early in the morning before it gets too hot ' is the most frequent piece of advice you pick up when researching the walk to the lookout atop Diamond Head.

I had intended to do the walk a lot earlier in the day but bad...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Worth the effort for the view and bragging rights!

Sun, 2 Mar 2003 04:44:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author CntryShots - The information that I had read says this is an easy, but steep walk, that nearly anyone can do. It’s not quite THAT simple, but it is do-able. There is a $1 entry fee per person that goes toward maintenance of the park. If you take The Bus, they...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond Head State Monument in Oahu, Hawaii is A Gem

Thu, 11 Jul 2002 08:12:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jo.com - I was going to review our 3 weeks in Hawaii in order, but changed my mind. The island of Oahu was our last destination and our trip to Diamond Head State Monument was on our second day on Oahu.

Some background information...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Don't Climb During Noon Hour

Mon, 6 May 2002 15:29:49 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author travel999 - My family and I recently returned from a vacation in Oahu. Since we missed climbing Diamond Head on our first visit to the island, we decided to embark on the venture on our second.

What is Diamond Head?

Diamond Head is a rather...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Awesome hike

Fri, 19 Apr 2002 12:12:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author michaelshane1 - I'll start off by saying that the view from Diamond Head is spectacular. If you do nothing else while in Oahu, go hiking to the top of Diamond Head. Make sure you bring your camera because you will be sorry if you don't.

I am in the...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: What a great day trip.

Sun, 24 Mar 2002 20:28:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author dalelobo - I was in Hawaii in December of 1997. This was my second time in the state of Hawaii and my first time to Oahu. The day I hiked Diamondhead stands out in my mind as the best day there. For reference I have been to Hawaii in both the Winter and the Summer...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: No Diamonds Here - Just Breath Taking Views of Honolulu!

Sat, 22 Sep 2001 15:28:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author viper1963 - I am honored to be asked to participate in Casey Stewart's (KCFoxy) special two year anniversary in Epinions and her 500th Epinion review Write-Off. Casey had a novel idea of rewriting some our most atrocious and little read reviews. Finding an...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond Head: Even out of shape lumps like me can hike up a volcano

Fri, 6 Apr 2001 13:30:35 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jdhauer - When we were on Oahu for our honeymoon, my husband really wanted to hike up Diamond Head. I'm no hiker. I hate hiking. The extent of my previous hiking experience was one hike. In Virginia, I went to Humpback Rock with two friends. One of my friends...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond Head: The Climb To The Top

Sat, 25 Nov 2000 16:01:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author arbaro - Take a look at any postcard of Honolulu and Waikiki, and chances are you'll find one that has Diamond Head as its backdrop. Diamond Head is as well known to Hawaii as, say, Mount Fuji is to Japan. If you make the climb up Diamond Head, you'll also be...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: To Hike Diamond Head Or Not

Sun, 6 Aug 2000 02:32:37 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author cadnil - One of the most recognizable Hawaii landmarks is Diamond Head, the climbable volcano. If you have limited time on Oahu should you climb it?

As a Hawaii resident I've gone on many hikes, mostly in the valleys, where waterfalls, lush...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: "Me, climb a volcano? You must be kidding!"

Wed, 5 Jul 2000 15:14:55 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Hawaiiandreams - That was about my response when I was told that my Hawaii Study Abroad class from Michigan State had to climb up a volcano as part of the class requirement. I thought that this huge climb was going to be way too much for me and it just about was; the...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Must-see

Thu, 22 Jun 2000 05:46:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author doink2018 - Diamond Head is one of Oahu's most prominent natural features, and one of the most fun to visit. This is an excellent place to go on a day trip. I have been there three or four times now. A great thing is that it doesn't cost anything; there is no fee...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Its not as tough as you think!

Sun, 16 Apr 2000 23:33:45 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author legotech - I lived in Hawaii for a couple of years while in the USNavy and a friend convinced me to take the hike. Now, my friend was the kind of guy who would drive to the middle of the island and park and hike around for a couple of hours after working a 12 hour...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: An easy hike on the malahini (tourist) itiniary

Mon, 10 Apr 2000 14:05:45 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kfgecko - A low impact hike with a great view of Waikiki, Diamond Head is now a must for the first timer tourist to Oahu (Honolulu). I've experienced Hawaii both from the tourist (I'm a Californian "katonk", and proud of it) and some local point of view...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Don't miss it but don't forget the water!

Fri, 7 Apr 2000 18:32:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Sonicstef - If you plan to be in Honolulu, don't miss a trip to Diamond Head. Yes, its very crowded and Yes, its a tourist trap. Nonetheless, don't miss it.

The 360 degree panorama of the island is absolutely breathtaking. The pictures you take up...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond Head - Go there - forget the hike

Sun, 23 Jan 2000 15:13:00 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author qbacker - Diamond Head is a must-see but you don't need to hike it to appreciate it.

My family visited Diamond Head in August of 1998. My husband and I also honeymooned there 23 years ago and did not visit Diamond Head.

This time I had limited time...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Going to the top of Diamond Head

Wed, 12 Jan 2000 03:48:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hikini - I've been to the top of Diamond Head and recommend it for anyone who visits Oahu. My parents are in their 70's, my Dad having suffered a heart attack in 1994 and they were able to climb to the top. We went slowly and took our time, having to stop and...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond Head is a must-see

Wed, 12 Jan 2000 00:00:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sstorm7 - I visited Diamond Head in the summer of 1998. As any good guide book will tell you, it's one of the major tourist attractions in the Honolulu area. There are a few things you might want to consider before going, though. Especially on hot days, avoid...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Diamond Head: Diamond head- man has it changed

Mon, 3 Jan 2000 06:37:37 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author 1richmond - I live about 2 miles from Diamond Head, so I think I know something about this place. I use to go there as a young child, (with family and friends, as well as with class "fieldtrips") to play in the grassy park and hike up to the top to see...