Waikiki is famously one of the most gorgeous spots in the world. People will come from all over the world to spend a weekend in Waikiki luxury hotels and enjoy all that the beach has to offer. With great ocean views, and a lively island culture to make the experience perfect, it’s easy to see why so many choose this as their favorite tourist destination.
The history of modern Waikiki is also pretty fascinating. When the idea first came to turn it into a tourist spot, there was a problem, because there simply wasn’t enough sand to make the beaches large enough to accommodate people. In the earlier part of the 20th century, massive amounts of sand were imported from Manhattan Beach in California, and the legend was under way.
However, there is still a problem with sand. Local authorities are under a constant challenge to replenish the sand on Waikiki , because it has a rapid erosion rate. It’s estimated that one foot of sand is taken back to the ocean every year. Other countries, like China and Australia, have contributed in the past, but these days the most generous donor is Hawaii itself. They excavate the floor of the ocean in order to bring the sand up to the shore. It makes great scientific sense, because the sand from Hawaii is always going to be the most compatible with Hawaii, and the legend goes on…
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