Nightlife on Oahu ranges from a quiet moonlit stroll on the beach to dance clubs and karaoke bars to Las Vegas-type shows. Check the latest tourist publications, such as This Week: Oahu, for what's happening on any given night and where to find the latest attractions.

Here's an example of some of the live shows that have played recently in Waikiki. Some, such as Don Ho, have been performing for so many years that they've reached the point of becoming a tradition. Some offer dinner shows.

• Blue Hawaii: The Show: Elvis impersonator singing songs from Elvis's Hawaii movies. Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel 923-1245 http://www.waikikibeachcomberresort.com

• Creation: A Polynesian Journey: A cultural journey through the South Pacific, featuring legends, music, and dancing. Princess Kaiulani Hotel 931-4660 1-800-782-9488 www.princesskaiulani.com

• The Don Ho Show: “The King of Hawaiian Entertainment” reigns at the Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. 1-877-693-6646 www.donho.com

• Magic of Polynesia: This show features a magician. Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel 971-4321 1-877-971-4321 http://www.waikikibeachcomberresort.com

• Society of Seven: An entertaining musical review at the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 926-3391 1-800-404-3391

As you can see, Oahu offers a staggering number of options for serving one's basic needs of food and shelter — and even a little nightlife. In Chapter 7, you'll find loads of interesting and fun things to do on this great island known as the Gathering Place.