Less than a year after moving to Hawaii, construction foreman Nate Ellison

Photography by Linda Rasmussen on O`ahu. The book was created as a work of art.

The son of a singer mother whose career forcibly separated her from her family and an influential father who runs an orphan work camp, Pak Jun Do rises to prominence using instinctive talents and eventually becomes a professional kidnapper and romantic rival to Kim Jong Il. By the author of Parasites Like Us.

This guide to Hawaii covers all of Hawaii's visited islands, from the lush resorts and deluxe beaches to the interior wilderness, rainforest and volcanoes. The book provides comprehensive details on outdoor activities; a detailed background on Hawaiian culture; and in-depth reviews of hotels, restaurants and nightlife options, to suit every budget.

For a limited time, receive a free Fodor's Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel e-book with the purchase of this guidebook! Go to fodors.com for details. Written by locals, Fodor's Oahu travel guidebook offers expert advice and insider tips for all tastes and budgets. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease and make the most out of your visit to Honolulu, Waikiki, and the North Shore. Join Fodor’s in exploring one of the most popular islands in Hawaii. With excellent resorts, beautiful scenery, and extensive opportunities for activities both on the water and on land, Oahu is one of the most favorite Hawaiian islands for travelers. This guide covers all the popular areas of the island, including Honolulu, Waikiki, and the North Shore. Fodor’s Oahu includes: •UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: Restaurant listings in Fodor's Oahu highlight the best local favorites for casual dining as well as top resort restaurants. Our coverage also features the island's abundant lodging options, from high-end resorts to beachside B&Bs. •ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A brief introduction and spectacular color photos capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout Oahu. •GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: You’ll gain insight into Hawaii's unique culture with a special feature on Hawaiian culture. An in-depth feature on Pearl Harbor brings the area to life. Full color photos throughout the book help inspire while you plan your vacation. •DETAILED MAPS THROUGHOUT: Full-size street maps to provide essential information so you can travel with ease. •ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: A new one-week itinerary will help you plan and make the most of your time on the island. We include tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports, and the outdoors. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks. •INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: It's easy to plan a vacation for any interest using the guide's planner pages, which include sections for families and for those planning weddings and honeymoons. Tips throughout the book to help you make the most of your time. •COVERS: Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Ko Olina, Hanauma Bay, Haleiwa, the Waimea Valley, the North Shore, and much more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Planning on visiting the rest of Hawaii? Check out Fodor’s state-wide guide to Hawaii, Essential Hawaii, as well as Fodor’s Maui, Fodor’s Big Island of Hawaii, and Fodor’s Kauai.

For the independent traveler looking to go beyond tourist luaus and snorkel cruises, this new edition guides you to the best Oahu has to offer. Honolulu resident Stacy Pope guides you to the best of Oahu’s cafe´s and hotels, shopping hotspots and hip nightclubs, museums and archaeological sites, and, of course, its most stunning beaches and hidden trails. To live like a local (even for a week!) and to fully appreciate Hawaii’s unique culture, make this book your ultimate island companion.

Dive into Oahu, where clear blue water laps white-sand beaches and rugged volcanoes tower over emerald rain forests. Whether you want to lounge on a lanai in Waikiki, climb world-famous Diamond Head or snorkel in Hanauma Bay, this detailed guide points the way. -- top spots for swimming, snorkeling, boogie boarding, surfing and hiking -- dining ideas from inexpensive plate lunch specials to elegant Pacific Rim cuisine -- a full range of accommodations from secluded beach campsites to landmark luxury hotels -- 25 maps, including full-color maps of Honolulu and Waikiki