Lanikai Beach

Beach · Kailua

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10 Places Where You Can See the Bluest Water in the U.S.

"Googling photos of Lanikai Beach on the windward coast of Oahu induces wanderlust. Seeing — and splashing in — its warm, aqua waters that caress the palm-fringed white sand IRL will take your breath away. Pro tip: Arrive early to witness the sunrise over the sparkling sea and Mokulua Islands in the distance." - Travel + Leisure Editors

https://www.travelandleisure.com/places-with-the-bluest-water-in-the-united-states-7185526

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