Even though we got off to a rough start, the rest of our time in Oahu went off without a hitch. Waking up in paradise every day definitely helped! With less than a week to spend in Oahu, we wanted to explore as much as we could so our days were packed full of activities. We both had things we were looking forward to: Mr. Warbs really wanted to go to Pearl Harbor and I really wanted to go on a LOST tour. Completely different right? We were able to do both and then some!
Pearl Harbor and USS Missouri
Everybody always says if you ever go to Oahu, you just have to visit Pearl Harbor. It’s true. Once you get to the USS Arizona, there’s just a change in the atmosphere. Reverence probably is the closest word I can use to describe looking at all the names on the wall. Reverence and humility.
You can’t bring anything except a camera into the memorial. No exceptions!
A shot of oil leaking from parts of the USS Arizona that they couldn’t get to.
The anchor behind us was blown off the Arizona and landed 200 yard away.
I think we took more than 100 photos on the USS Missouri alone. Mr. Warbs and I really explored every available inch of the ship. I slammed my shin on a metal ladder going below deck. I like to think a little part of me is still on board!
We were able to book a tour that included Pearl Harbor, USS Missouri and the other attractions at Ford Island and a city tour. Our fantastic tour guide gave us great tips on places to eat and where to shop. The whole tour lasted 6 hours! We had just enough energy to grab dinner before crashing back at the hotel. But it was a very fun day.
LOST Tour
Like I mentioned above, the thing I was looking forward to most was the LOST tour. I was a huge fan of the show and cried real tears (I’m not a cryer) when the show ended. So I had big expectations for the whole experience, which unfortunately were not met. Damn, that was a high maintenance sentence wasn’t it? My expectations were probably unfair because the show did end two years ago. Even though we got to see the locations where the show was filmed, most of the sets were no longer up so it was kind of bittersweet.
Chinaman’s hat—not shown in LOST
Me making my “meh” face.
Was the tour fun? Absolutely. All of the sites were cool and the views were amazing. But, I think I would have enjoyed myself if I could have seen the sites while filming was still going on. Obviously. So in my opinion, if you’re going on the tour, go for the scenery and don’t place too much stock in recognizing all of the show sites.
Up next, more fun in Oahu!
Pearl Harbor is def on my bucket list. It amazes me that oil is still leaking after all these years. I think battleship tours are fascinating too. It’s fun to learn a little something now and then! Looking forward to part II!
I’d love to visit the memorial, and as a military wife, I greatly appreciate the sacrifice, but with their “no bag” rule, I guess I’ll be skipping it. Having to pay money to store your purse (that probably 90% of women carry) just seems wrong to me.
I definitely want to visit Pearl Harbor, it sounds like a great experience!
Pearl Harbor looks amazing and what a tribute to those who fought for our country. I guess I see it differently then @starrynight… I will be more then willing to leave the purse at a hotel or pay the small amount of money to stash it. What a small sacrifice/price to pay to visit a place of such remembrance and American history…
I had an uglier, more massive cry during the end of LOST than I did at my wedding. Sobbing in my then-boyfriend’s-now-husband’s arms while we had a room full of people over for the finale party. True story.
Looking forward to hearing about your visit to Wailea! Definitely a different setting than Oahu – for better or for worse, you can be the judge of that.
@Mrs. Sunhat: I know! When Mr. Warbs told me that the oil was still leaking, I thought he was teasing me. It’s incredible.@starrynight: Honestly, I didn’t carry a purse for any of the tours that we went on. I carried my necessities like cash, IDs, credit cards, lipstick in my pockets. And sometimes in Mr. Warbs’ pockets! 
It felt great not to carry around my huge purse everywhere.
@Mrs. High Wire: Hahaha me too! I didn’t cry at my wedding, but I cried for the LOST finale. Just realizing this. WOW.
@Alex Cortez: Completely different! Stay tuned
Oooh are you able to tell me what tour company you did the Pearl Harbor and USS Missouri tour through? We are going to Oahu for our honeymoon in November and we do want a good tour for that too! I love your photos Mrs Warbler!
@Jacofblues: We went with Discover Hawaii Tours and we got the Battleships of World War II Tour. It was tons of fun and not as long as the other tours. I would highly recommend it!
@Mrs. Warbler: Awesome thanks Mrs Warbler! I have written that down so when we get there I know where to book with!
Mrs. Warbler, Long Beach/Malibu Age and Occupation: 24, Quality Assurance Editor Fiance's Age and Occupation: 32, Handheld Administrator Engagement Date: December 7, 2010 Wedding Date: April 2012 Venue: Calamigos Ranch Malibu About Me: I’m a Korean BBQ loving, cheesecake enthusiast bride living in the LBC! By day I write and edit for an online search engine marketing company. By night I am a volunteer food taster of all that is delicious. I am fortunate to be marrying an amazing man who loves me and my quirky ways. I love food, books, indie music, and Harry Potter. We are planning a small, intimate wedding up in the Malibu Hills with our closest family and friends. With the help of my wonderful fiance, our loved ones, and red velvet cheesecake, our wedding will be glorious!
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