For many people, the classic view of Hawaii is the skyline of Waikiki Beach with Diamond Head in the distance. That was our view as we approached Oahu from the Molokai Channel.
First Koko Head came into focus, and then Diamond Head emerged from the light haze. Finally, the buildings emerged, and we’d arrived in Honolulu.
We sailed across Waikiki Beach as we watched the surfers pick off waves from the south swell at the famous surf breaks. Then, it was time to douse the sails and motor into fabled Ala Wai channel to our berth.