Tropical sun mixed with cooling trade winds and pristine waters make Oahu a heaven on Earth - the kind of paradise many dream of visiting even just once. Those fortunate enough to live here, however, know that the beautiful island has far more to offer than incredible weather and perfect beaches. The Oahu they know is a place of many faces, encompassing the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan Honolulu, the parks and nature preserves of the verdant southeast, and the wave-dashed shores and laid-back lifestyle of the rural North Shore. Whatever activity suits your taste - whether it's hiking the trail up to Maunawili Falls or walking the fairway of world-famous Waialae - you'll find it here in a breathtaking setting. Nestled into a luxurious mountainside or beachfront home, you'll feel as if you're a world away and as close to paradise as you can get.