Wellness, relaxation and exploration are often high on the lists of travelers seeking island escapes. The Hawaiian islands are more than just getaways; rather, most visitors are looking for sights and a genuine experience beyond the beach. Harried from work emails, meetings and crazy schedules, guests visiting Oahu will find those spiritual spots with calming effects that last more than a moment.
Much of Oahu is incredible beaches, surfing excellence, fine shopping, dining that ranges from local plate lunches to Pan-Asian upscale dishes and other island experiences. Spiritual Oahu exists, an opportunity to leave the frenetic exploring for some quiet time. The Valley of the Temples is a Japanese temple, Byodo-In, that is the key feature of a memorial park within the Koolau Valley. Tropical serenity exudes throughout, with native flowers, peacocks, koi and swan. A model of the original in Japan, the site is a favorite of visitors seeking peace and culture and worth the trip between other sightseeing and beach days.
