Magic Island Glide Ride: Tour Waikiki by Segway

Segway Tours in Waikiki. Credit: Smart Destinations.

By Maria Mora

Now that Lost has ended, I’m guessing fans might just take a  trip to Hawaii to see the gorgeous landscapes that made up the mystical fictional island, first hand. It’s definitely on my bucket list. Nearby, Segway of Hawaii recently opened a new location at the Aloha Tower Marketplace, giving tours around the island on those sleek new personal transporters.

The 90-minute tour hits someof Honolulu’s most famous views, including Ala Moana Beach Park,Diamond Head and Kaka’ako Park—home of the Ehime Maru Memorial. Speaking of mystical islands, the tour also visits Magic Island, an undeveloped peninsula park favored by locals.

I’ve never been on a Segway, but the tour company’s website has assured me that I can figure out how it works in about 20 minutes. By law, riders must wear helmets. The tour is for adults only, but kids ages 14 and up can come along if accompanied by an adult.

After the tour, I want to stop by Kabuto for some authentic Japanese food. (If you’ve never tried real udon noodles, you’re missing some salty goodness.)

Maria Mora is a memoir blogger and wannabe photographer. She travels extensively throughout Florida and the Caribbean with her two young sons.

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