Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
866-923-3483, 923-3483;
www.aquazonescuba.com
; Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort, 2552
Kalakaua Ave)
This dive shop and tour outfitter lets snorkelers ride along on dive-boat
trips. Catamaran snorkeling adventures with sea turtles depart twice daily. Gear rentals
and free pool lessons available.
Snorkel Bob's
SNORKELING
(
800-262-7725, 737-2421, 735-7944;
www.snorkelbob.com
;
702 Kapahulu Ave; 8am-5pm)
Snorkel mask, fins and wetsuit rental rates vary depending on the gear quality and ac-
cessories packages. Ask about corrective-lens masks if you wear glasses or contacts.
Golf
Ala Wai Golf Course
GOLF
(
info 733-7387, reservations 296-2000;
www1.honolulu.gov/des/golf/alawai.html
; 404 Kapahulu
Ave; green fees $26-52)
With views of Diamond Head, this flat 18-hole, par-70 layout
scores a Guinness World Record for being the world's busiest golf course. Visitors may
reserve tee times three days in advance. Otherwise, get there early in the day and put
your name on the waiting list - your entire party will need to wait at the course. Driving
range and rental clubs and carts available.
WAIKIKI'S BEST SPAS
What's a beach vacation without a little pampering? Especially with Hawaii's tradi-
tions oflomilomi('loving touch') andpohaku(hot stone) massage, coupled with
gentle aloha spirit. Call ahead for appointments at the following.
Kalia Rd)
Serene couples' tandem suites, Polynesian massage and foot-pounding
rituals with a gorgeous ocean-view setting.
2259 Kalakaua Ave)
Hawaiian massage and body-cocoon treatments in cabanas set
amid tropical gardens.
gency, 2424 Kalakaua Ave)
Limu(seaweed), mud andnoni(Indian mulberry) wraps, plus
macadamia-nut exfoliation and coconut moisturizers.
