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Waikiki Beach

Hawaii is at the top of many people's lists for vacation spots, and for good reason. However, as the native population has given a great deal of pushback to stop people from coming to the islands, certain areas like Waikiki Beach have become almost designated tourist spots in an effort to funnel the attention of tourists. For the Hawaiian population, this wasn't exactly a solution, and for tourists, it also lets you know where to avoid, as Waikiki Beach is one highly overrated place.

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Waikiki Beach isn't too different from other US beaches, but as it's become more of a tourist trap, the prices of all the luxury stores and hotels have shot up to create the illusion of exclusivity. There are many other places to visit to actually get a better sense of Hawaii's uniqueness, such as the Na Pali Coast and Lanai Lookout.