Located along Oahu’s southern shore is perhaps one of the most famous beach vacation destinations in the world: Waikiki. The beachfront neighborhood is full of luxury hotels and resorts, high-end shopping destinations and a plethora of fancy restaurants.

Remarkably enough, tourists in the 3.4-square-mile district outnumber local residents more than three to one, according to HawaiiBusiness.com. Whether you love the area’s energy, or avoid the high density area like the plague, it’s hard to deny that things in Waikiki are a little… different, especially after looking at these 14 photographs.

1. As Hawaii's most famous beach, this is surprisingly considered a calm, uncrowded day.
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2. The surfboard stands that are as gorgeous as they are well-loved.
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3. ABC Stores are found on nearly every street corner in Waikiki.
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4. This image checks off two common sites in Waikiki: bachelor party bros, and constant selfie taking.
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5. On Waikiki Beach, you will almost always find an endless supply of first-tiime surfers.
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6. There's the ever-present man with all the parrots...
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7. Only in Waikiki will you constantly see trolleys - which are almost always empty.
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How do they make enough money to stay in business?

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8. You can't forget about the 15 MPH scooters + mopeds, almost always with the added weight of a second person or a surfboard.
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9. You'll see those tiny hotel towels everywhere. We think they're far too small, but I guess they serve their purpose.
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10. The people-watching is truly second to none.
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11. And this is a common sight. You're never fully dressed without a... complimentary neon beach float?
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12. Only in Hawaii - and especially in Waikiki - will witnessing wedding photographs become a common occurrence.
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13. If you don't take a photograph of the sunset, did it ever actually happen?
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14. And, finally, Waikiki is home to stunning views of Diamond Head that will always keep you coming back for more - even if you hate the crowds.
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Want to learn more about the infamous Waikiki? Here are 11 facts you might not have known about this popular Hawaiian destination.

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