• THE NORTH SHORE

When Honolulu residents say they’re “Going to the Country,” most of them mean they’re headed for the North Shore of the island. The pace here is a little slower, the landscape is greener, the buildings are smaller, and the surf is better (at least during the winter months). Also, the artists are more creative, the beaches aren't as crowded, the people are usually friendlier and the shave ice is tastier.

HALEIWA TOWN
To tour the seaside town of Hale‘iwa, be sure to stay on Kamehameha Highway. In this rustic town, ramshackle wooden buildings house shave-ice stands, surf shops, clothing stores, art galleries, and other hidden treasures. Look for the North Shore Surf and Cultural Museum in the North Shore Marketplace.