Gazing out at the picturesque view of the Mokulua Islands off the shore of Lanikai, it’s easy to see why proud Hawaiian families have been blessed to call this coastline home for more than 1500 years. Defined by its brilliant turquoise waters, the humpback whales that play freely during the winter months and the signature green sea turtles that thrive in this natural wonderland, the Windward side of Oahu is as close to heaven on earth as you can get.