On December 7, 1941, the Japanese military launched a surprise attack on the US Naval base at Pearl Harbor. As it transpired at the time of the attack the Aircraft carriers were not at Pearl Harbor and thus escaped destruction. The attack on Pearl Harbor by the Empire of Japan was supposed to be a […]
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Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum History, Renovations, and Now
05
Jul
Jul
Visit the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites and see informative reenactments, authentic exhibits and guided tours that enable you to travel back in time to experience the chilling sights and sounds of the two-hour attack that wounded 1,282 Americans and killed 2,402. The Navy offered the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum $250,000 toward renovation of the control […]
05
Jul
Jul
Pearl Harbor has been declared a National Historic Landmark, the only US naval base to be declared so. Today Pearl Harbor in Hawaii is one of the major Oahu attractions. There are other attractions at Pearl Harbor including a museum that contains the plaques that contain the names of all military and civilians killed during […]
05
Jul
Jul
Today, the USS Arizona Memorial, operated by the National Park Service witness thousands of visitors per month year. The destruction of the USS Arizona battleship and the immense loss of life associated with her sinking came to symbolize the reason that U.S. was fighting in WWII in the months and years following the attack on […]
03
Jul
Jul
Pearl Harbor aviation museum displays famous warbirds of the Pacific. Before leaving Pearl Harbor, visit the hangars of the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum for a unique look at the aviation history of the United States. With 48 aircraft on display, including the instantly recognizable Curtiss P-40 Warhawk and its nemesis, the Mitsubishi Zero, the 1942 […]
03
Jul
Jul
What are people saying about Pearl Harbor Tours? I do not usually take a packaged tour, but liked the idea of being able to visit Pearl Harbor on my own and at the same time have someone not only drive me to and fro, but show me some sites along the way. I got all […]
03
Jul
Jul
Have you ever seen a sunrise over the Pacific? The Palm trees blowing in the breeze makes Hawaii an absolutely gorgeous place. There is so much to see, so much to do and the paradise awaits! But even with so many options spread across each of the islands, there are some attractions that should not […]
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Jun
Jun
There is a famous saying that goes “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” This sentence is enough to answer the often asked question that Pearl Harbor is the most important stop during your Hawaii tour. The only way to prevent the infamous acts that can lead to war is […]
04
Jun
Jun
Pearl Harbor has a special place in everyone’s heart because of the significant events that took place here in the past. We have read about it in innumerable history books, seen various movies, traveled the memorials and also heard the stories from those many Pearl Harbor heroes. However, there are still so many facts about […]
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May
May
Waikiki is the famous beachfront neighborhood of Honolulu on the south shore of Oahu island. Waikiki is most famous for Waikīkī Beach, designer fashion stores, cocktail bars, fine dining & more. In case you are running short of time but want to see the famous landmarks around, you can make a visit from Waikiki to […]