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trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Somber and Learning Experience

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 16:19:14 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author posingcarrot - In 2005 my husband and I decided to take a trip for our 2nd wedding anniversary. I knew that I wanted to go to Hawaii, but had no clue which island I would like to visit. After doing extensive research on all of them Oahu was the chosen one. One...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: A must see when in Hawaii

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:42:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jdkdovmdn - This was probably my favorite part of my trip to Hawaii. WWII was LONG before my era, but it's still incredibly moving and emotional. When you walk out along the water, there are signs that point to where the Japanese planes came from and other things...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Beautiful & Tragic

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 22:08:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author shalimar86 - My brother in law (sadly, my boyfriend and I have yet to get married), is an officer in the Navy stationed on Ford Island. When we were invited to visit him and his family last year we agreed without hesitation. I am so glad we did. The day we arrived...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Not what I expected

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 00:24:50 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author alienavenger - When you think about Pearl Harbor, you relive the terrible atrocities that occurred there and start to realize that so many people died where you are standing and it's very sad. My fiancee and I went there recently; December 7, 2006. For the...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor: Long lines, big crowds, but it's more than worth it

Tue, 23 May 2006 18:59:41 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - A visit to Oahu is not complete without a visit to Pearl Harbor. And like hoards of other visitors who make the trek to here, so did we, on our recent Spring Break trip to Hawaii. Despite the crowds, the heat, and the inevitable long wait, our day in the...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: The Single Best Attraction In Oahu, Can Be An Emotional Experience Too

Sat, 1 May 2004 19:40:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author dareynolds - On my recent trip to Waikiki Beach in Oahu I really had no intentions of doing anything that didn't involve surf, sand or cocktails by the pool. However I was less than happy with my first experience in Oahu (that's another review in itself) and we...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: If you are every in Oahu, definately go here.

Wed, 17 Mar 2004 20:50:55 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author synergydk - Pearl Harbor is just one of those places that if you’re on vacation in the area you almost feel obligated to go. There is no much significance and history and importance to this place, how could you go to Oahu and not stop here? You really should...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Tragedy, Sorrow and Anger

Sun, 25 Jan 2004 22:11:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author dfloyd1009 - My wife and I recently visited Hawai'i and the first stop on our extended vacation was Honolulu. We flew for quite a long time to reach the Islands, as we live on the East Coast. The single visit/tour that made the entire trip worthwhile was the visit...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: A Moving Tribute to a Bleak Moment in History

Fri, 26 Jul 2002 10:38:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author partypatty - My husband and I recently went to Hawaii for our postponed honeymoon. We flew to Honolulu from New York with the sole purpose of going to Pearl Harbor. The morning after we arrived, we were up bright & early at at around 5:30am. We had a quick...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: A moving experience at Pearl Harbor

Sun, 26 May 2002 22:39:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author chilliebrady - My husband and I visited Pearl Harbor on our honeymoon, during our stay in Oahu. I am so glad that we did. This was truly a moving tribute to those who lost their lives during the horrible attack. I noticed that most of the reviews are from some time...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Through the eyes of someone who lived there

Sun, 14 Oct 2001 23:57:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author gsdlady - I have visited Pearl Harbor many times. Being from a military family ( My husband is in the Army and I was also at the time) it seemed wonderful to be able to live so close to the memorial. We lived across the street from Pearl Harbor, at Hickam Air...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor: A Beautiful Tragic Tribute

Tue, 31 Jul 2001 09:55:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author quasar - The year was 1994. I had recently moved to New Mexico and was living a block or so caddy-corner from my best friend. A nice strip mall sprawled across the block we both bordered with a Little Caesar's inside. Normally, we would order takeout then go pick...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pride that lives on forever

Sat, 28 Jul 2001 23:31:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Nytstlkr24 - When I visited this sight I was 13 years old, I am now 26. To this day I remember the feelings of pride, honor and also sadness I felt as they taxied us across the water.

Most people would say at such a young age this memorial and its full...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor, not the movie

Mon, 2 Jul 2001 21:25:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author eclair - A must see if you go to Hawaii, at least once. Get there early, 7:30 am or at the latest 8:30 am to ensure you get to see the memorial. The price is free.

Plan for most of the day, if you also want to see the USS Bowfin Sub/USS Missouri...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor:The Birth of a Nation...

Wed, 30 May 2001 11:14:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vemartin - Blue, that is the first thing that struck me about Pearl Harbor, its waters and covering sky are incredibly blue. And serene; the waters of the harbor gently roll up upon the shores touching it like a sweet caress, and the wind cool and inviting is but...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor: The Sorrow of a Nation

Mon, 21 May 2001 22:35:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author diverpam - I approached Pearl Harbor with a deep respect, knowing so many people died there in the infamous December 7 attack. Most people were somber as they approached, feeling the gravity of what had happened at Pearl Harbor so many years before.

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trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor - Need I say more?

Tue, 15 May 2001 04:58:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author judithnorman - When we landed in Honolulu for only a nights stay our one and only prioity was getting to the memorial at Pearl Harbor before it closed for the day. It was definitelly the highlight of our entire Hawaiin vacation.

The first part of the tour...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: U.S.S. Arizona Memorial: The one attraction on Oahu you should not miss!

Thu, 5 Apr 2001 15:33:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jdhauer - This is truly a sacred place that will give you goose bumps. I've visited Civil War and Revolutionary War battlefields all over the United States and I've never felt anything like what I experienced at the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial. I experienced rage...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Spring Break 99 Part III: What A Site

Thu, 14 Sep 2000 22:10:23 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mrb129 - Our family spent one week in Hawaii during Spring Break of 1999, and we divided the seven days between Oahu and the Big Island. I will be writing several Epinions with regard to our trip, and I will be using the same introduction for each Epinion. I...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii - a solemn look back

Sun, 28 May 2000 23:12:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hikini - I have been to Pearl Harbor 4 times now and each time it is a sobering reminder of our nations past. The first time I visited there it was all new of course, but each time I have been there I've learned something new as well as having a fresh renewal of...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: USS Bowfin Submarine Museum; a human element of the war

Wed, 5 Apr 2000 03:40:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author joli -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

I visited the USS Bowfin Submarine museum last week on a day trip to Oahu and was surprised at the profound effect it had on me. I am not a "history person", I whine when my...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: USS Bowfin; another incredible Pearl Harbor sight

Tue, 4 Apr 2000 04:22:27 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author joli - The Arizona Memorial and 'Mighty Mo' are not all there is too see at Pearl Harbor. There is also an amazing decommissioned submarine with an impressive World War II history for full exploration at a low price. The submarine is directly behind the...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: A MUST SEE

Sat, 18 Mar 2000 09:10:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author JONAHRBEAR - Any person,whether living in Hawaii or visiting, must visit the Arizona Memorial. The Arizona Memorial can be found right off Hwy 99 (Kamehameha Hwy). It is right outside the Pearl Harbor Naval Base. You can take a hotel shuttle, bus, or your own...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: Remember the Arizona

Wed, 26 Jan 2000 20:37:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Pookie5395 - I wrote an essay about my experience at the Arizona Memorial, and I picked out parts, and revised things to describe what is at the Memorial, and what some may feel being at a place like this:

Driving windward bound (east) on Kamehameha...

trvl-Dest-United States-Hawaii-Honolulu-Pearl Harbor: One Site That Every American Should Visit

Sun, 9 Jan 2000 19:37:14 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author baricat - Having just read dbhoutx's excellent review of Pearl Harbor, I have to agree. We found the mood at the memorial to be respectfully solemn, but somehow uplifting.

Admission is free. The best time to arrive for minimum crowds is first thing in...