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So you've been to Hawaii before but wish you could have stayed a little longer before heading back to winter. You're not alone in thinking how great another extra few weeks in paradise would be. In this article we're going to tell you how to make that dream a reality and what to do while you're there if you're on a budget. Find out where to stay, how to save money and the best places to visit and explore.

The best way to save money on your next vacation is by going for a 30 day stay. You need to look online for a safe and clean hotel alternative. We're talking about a furnished apartment that offers short term monthly rates. You can also try Craigslist but just be sure that whomever you decide to go with is reputable before sending them any money. Concentrate your search around the Ala Wai Canal area and you should be able to find a furnished monthly apartment rental for a lot less than half of what it would cost to stay at a modest hotel and you will still be within walking distance of Waikiki.

Your furnished apartment will not supply everything you need for your thirty day stay so be sure to ask what's not included and make sure it has air conditioning. You will probably need to bring some bed sheets, pillows, cups, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, etc. Whatever you forget to bring can easily be purchased from the local Walmart or other stores that are conveniently located nearby. Instead of dining out everyday you can save money by stocking up your fridge and using your apartment's kitchenette. Lower prices for fruits and vegetables can be found in the Chinatown area of downtown Honolulu. After you set up your new apartment get an inexpensive monthly bus pass and you're ready to explore the island.

Grab a map of the island and create a 30 day activity plan for your vacation. Here's a short list of the must-see things to see and do if you haven't done these before: Go to Hanauma Bay to swim with the fish in crystal clear water. Visit the under-rated Honolulu Zoo as well as the always entertaining Sea Life Park and the ever popular Polynesian Cultural Center. Climb Diamond Head with its amazing views, visit the USS Arizona memorial at Pearl Harbor and attend a traditional Hawaiian Luau. Sunset dinner cruises are popular as is deep sea fishing, whale watching, snorkeling and water sports of all kinds. You will definitely be spending days soaking up the sights and sun on Waikiki beach but be sure to go to the Ala Moana Beach Park across from the Ala Moana Shopping Center. It's less crowded and has some nice beach areas that are great for a picnic. It's hard not to enjoy every day in Hawaii.

There are many beautiful beach stops on the way to the North Shore and interesting points of interest around the island so jump off the bus and explore the ones you like. Visit Makapuu Beach which is located across the street from Sea Life Park. Travel 20 minutes past Makapuu Beach and you'll arrive at Waimanalo Beach with its 4-mile stretch of sugary white sand, calm waters and lack of tourists. Waimanalo Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches and possibly the best beach on Oahu. You'll want to spend the day here and grab a bite to eat at Keneke's Plate Lunch & BBQ where the food is great and the prices are ridiculously affordable. Other recommended beaches include Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach in Kailua. You'll want to try the always super fresh shrimp at Fumi's Kahuku Shrimp Farm on the North Shore. No vacation to Hawaii is complete without visiting Sunset Beach and Waimea Bay which are two of the best North Shore beaches.

There are many reasons for choosing Oahu for your next vacation. Great weather and a seemingly endless number of beaches set in a tropical paradise make it the ideal choice for anyone looking to get away from the cold. You'll want to return every year to soak up the sun and enjoy everything Oahu has to offer. Make sure you include visiting the other Hawaiian Islands on future vacations. Hawaii has a lot to offer so find your place in the sun and start packing.