Oahu is the political, economic and population hub of Hawaii, assuming a place of importance that sets it apart from the rest of the state, which is often clumped into the designation of "Neighbor Islands."
Oahu is dominated by Honolulu, Hawaii's largest city. Although the high-rise office buildings and traffic-snarled freeways don't match many people's romantic ideal of what Hawaii should be, we feel that the multicultural mix of the island is the best reason to go. In a way, Oahu has the best of all the islands: vibrant city life, lush greenery, beautiful beaches and great historic sites.
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