My first visit to Hawaii and I couldn’t miss seeing Pearl Harbor. The city itself was attractive but very busy with heavy traffic during rush hour. Of course there are several attractions there besides Pearl Harbor but we weren’t in port long enough to see everything. ...
This port is what is expected in any busy crowded city. Lots to do. The pineapple at the Hale Koa Hotel snack bar is just out of this world. The Iolani Palance is somewhat interesting. Make sure to reserve time on line before you go as it is a busy place. ...
Flight did no depart until 9:15 so last minute we rented a car to see a few things. Pearl Harbor and drove around and looked at overviews; had not planned this, so was not efficient, but something to consider if you have a late flight. ...
The excursion to Pearl Harbor was a tour that I loved the most. Standing on the Arizona was beyond what we expected. My husband and I were both touched by the history. ...
Pearl Harbor tour was disappointing because we purchased it so we could go out and tour the Memorial. The Princess tour/excursion desk said we would have to go out to Pearl Harbor and then try to buy tickets, if available, to go out to the Memorial - if there was time. It never happened. Big dissapointment! ...
Stayed at the Hilton Hawaiian Village both before and after the cruise. Nice property but way too many people. Check in both times took over an hour or more (crazy lines and slow check in). I would book my own hotel and transfers if I had it to do over. ...
Took a Princess excursion to shore and then the Pali. Had been raining hard but ceased when we got there. Went into Diamond Head. Did not know this was possible. Always wanted to hike up to top. Would have been disappointed to see a parking lot, vehicles and buildings inside at bottom of crater.
Returned to ship for lunch and then took a cab to Waikiki. Along the way saw numerous homeless ...