Waikiki Beach

DLNR May Build More Groins in Waikiki

June 23, 2021 by Island Miler

Earlier this year, a sand replenishment project wrapped up along Waikiki Beach. However, that project was only a small piece of the puzzle. In fact, Hawaii's DLNR may build more groins in Waikiki, accompanied by yet more sand replenishment projects. … [Read more...] about DLNR May Build More Groins in Waikiki

Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals

May 17, 2021 by Island Miler

For the second time in the past few years, an endangered Hawaiian monk seal has given birth on busy Waikiki Beach. The rarity of these events means they draw a lot of people. But, even if you aren't interested in the seals, you should keep your distance from Hawaiian monk seals on Waikiki beach. … [Read more...] about Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals

Waikiki Sand Replenishment 2 to Finish Early

April 29, 2021 by Island Miler

I've got some good news and some bad news. First, the good news. The much-needed Waikiki sand replenishment 2 is to finish early. But, to finish the project sooner, the vendor handling the project needs to close large swaths of Waikiki Beach for 12 hours per day. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Sand Replenishment 2 to Finish Early

Waikiki Sand Replenishment Round 2 Begins

February 3, 2021 by Island Miler

In 2012, the State of Hawaii sought to combat Waikiki Beach's erosion with a sand replenishment project. Nine years later, most of that sand is already gone. So the Waikiki sand replenishment round 2 begins to restore the beach once again. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Sand Replenishment Round 2 Begins

Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki

January 2, 2020 by Island Miler

As I mentioned in my 2019 Honolulu Marathon introduction post, I chose to book away from the big hotel chains this year and stay at the Alohilani Resort. And, despite a few bumps, I was pleasantly surprised. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki

2019 Honolulu Marathon Staycation – Introduction

December 13, 2019 by Island Miler

As was the case last year, this year I opted to stay in Waikiki for the marathon. So, let's kick off my 2019 Honolulu Marathon Staycation series with an introductory post. After all, this year's experience was quite different from 2018. … [Read more...] about 2019 Honolulu Marathon Staycation – Introduction

State of Hawaii Approves Funding to Save Waikiki Beach

June 13, 2019 by Island Miler

The iconic Waikiki Beach, Hawaii's most famous attraction, is slowly disappearing. So, thankfully, the State of Hawaii approves funding to save Waikiki Beach. However, that means disruptions to beachgoers on the horizon. … [Read more...] about State of Hawaii Approves Funding to Save Waikiki Beach