U.S. News Insider Tip: In between surf sessions, refuel with a Banán bowl at its Waikiki ... from the beach itself, there are scores of shops and restaurants lining the adjacent Kalakaua Avenue.

Consider purchasing a map to ... mile stretch of beach. When you're not learning how to surf, sit for a meal or drinks at Duke's Waikiki or check out the high-end shops lining Kalakaua Avenue.

It is on a busy corner, adjacent to the larger and more boisterous Aston Waikiki Beach Tower, overlooking the ocean from the quieter side of Kalakaua Avenue. Its location at the south end of the ...