With volcanic peaks that watch over Honolulu like a guardian angel, this tropical community is one our our and the world's super coolest places and one of the world's most desired vacation spots.
With more cultural diversity than any other large American city, Honolulu offers a warm, exotic setting that mesmerizes visitors and residents. Since year-round temperatures ranging from 50 degrees F to 85 degrees F, it's no wonder that actors love shooting Hawaii Five-O on the island.
Lots to offer
Hawaii offers a massive skyline with more than 470 high-rise buildings -- more than any other U.S. city other than New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, its nearest big city neighbor some 2,400 miles away.
With a history stretching from the 11th century, Honolulu offers a lot for people to do with its world-class zoo, art museum, arboretum as well as world-famous Waikiki Beach and the USS Arizona Memorial.
Guess who was born here -- Barack Obama, the nation's 44th president (and don't get all birther on us about this.)
Climate
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Tropical rainforest
Physical Environment
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Beaches within 25 miles
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Tropical island
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Mountains
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Resort community
Culture
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Active club/bar/music scene
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Local film festival
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Local professional ballet
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Ethnic restaurants
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Local professional symphony
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Local community theatre
Politics
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Leaning liberal
Economy
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$$$$ -- Things cost more than you'd expect
Recreation
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Nearby surfing
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Biking, hunting, running trails
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Year-round fitness swimming center
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Public golf course
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Downtown yoga studio
Infrastructure
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Vibrant public transportation system
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International airport
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Mixed-use, mixed-income neighborhoods
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Working farms within 25 miles
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Safe bike corridors
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Lots of downtown living space
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Public squares
Health
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Community senior center
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Community swimming pool
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University teaching hospital
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Emergency medical services within 25 miles