Waikiki Sunset

Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii 
is among the most popular and famous beaches
in the world, even though it is short
and can be very crowded.

Waikiki Beach with Its Iconic Views

of Diamond Head and Honolulu

March, 2015

Waikiki Beach stretches two miles 

from the Outrigger Canoe Club Beach

at the base of Diamond Head

to the Duke Kahanamoku Beach and Lagoon

by the Hilton Hawaiian Village.

Duke Kahanamoku Beach

March, 2015

Waikiki Beach is actually a string of eight beaches,

each with its own character and activities.

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Aerial View of Part of Waikiki 

(from breakwater by Duke Kahanamoku Beach and Lagoon, center,

to Kūhiō Beach, right)

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Map of Waikiki with Its World Famous Hotels

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A favorite thing for people to do on Waikiki

happens once a day:  catching the sunset.

Honolulu is closer to the equator

than much of North America,

so sunset times vary little throughout the year.

Gathering to Catch the Sunset

Kūhiō Beach looking toward the pink Royal Hawaiian

and the tall Sheraton Waikiki

Some Surfers Depart While Sunset Watchers Arrive

Sunset on Waikiki happens quickly,

but each one is unique.

These sunset photographs

were all taken on March 2, 2015.

Many enjoy sunset on Waikiki

from Waikiki waters.

I find the colors and textures of the ocean

at sunset both lovely and fascinating,

especially when contrasted with

the dark silhouettes of water lovers. 

Cloud and light rule the sunset,

and the sky can look very different,

depending on where you point your camera

and on how much you zoom.

Quelle différence!

Zooming in on Dramatic Clouds

Snapping a Selfie in the Water

It's fun to look for other photographers

as they capture their family and friends

or focus on the beautiful scenery.

One day I'll try a sunset cruise,

but to me a paddle board is more fun.

Sunset is too brief, 

but there is always another one tomorrow.

Aloha!