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Whit only 7 degrees of separation, the islands of Hawaii boast a delightful year-around climate. The average daily high at sea level in summer months is 87 degrees F. During winter, it averages 80 degrees F. The tradewinds blow at a consistent 15 knots, keeping the air comfortably cool.
Every day is a beach day. The major resort areas average less than 20 inches of anual rainfall. Make the most of the sunny days by heading to the beach, sightseen, going for a drive, and finding a beautiful spot to watch the sunset.
Surf's up. The ocean waters that surround Hawaii remain consisten 72 to 76 degrees F; balmy enough for swimming, snorkeling, surfing, boogie boarding, and just splashing around.
A warm Aloha awaits. Hawaii is known for its aloha spirit; the warm welcome, genuine kindness, and big love that blends with the natural paradise. Here, no one is a stranger, including you.
English spoken here. Hawaii is the fifieth U.S. state, and island residents speak English. You may hear residents sprinkle Hawaiian words in with their English. Common words include aloha (hello), mahalo (thank you), lanai (patio or balcony), and nani (beautiful). A luau is a traditional Hawaiian feast; be sure to try one. The food is ono (delicious).
A seamless transition. While Hawaii may seem to be an exotic destination, it has all the conveniences of home: drinkable water, accessible healthcare, and eficient transportation.
Where cultures mix and melt. At the crossroads of the Pacific, Hawaii has attracted people from around the world. Residents are Caucasian, Japanese, Filipino, native Hawaiian, Chinese, and more. The majority of visitors come to Hawaii from the U.S. and Japan.
More affordable that you think. There are superior accomodations, dinning options, and services for every budget. Stay in a five-star hotel or rustic beach bungalow; the scenery steals the show regardless. The miles of pristine beaches, stunning sunsets, lush flora, and inspiring natural beauty are all free.
A shopper's paradise. From local craft shops to boutiques selling native Hawaiian print dresses to upscale malls, there's plenty to discover no matter how much, or little, you like to spend.
In addition to matchless sun, sand, and surf, Hawaiioffers a wide range of outdoor adventures, including hicking, biking, horse-back riding, and four-wheeling. Cultural and historic sightseeing, festivals, nightlife, and other recreation add to the mix.
Getting here is easy. Hawaii is easily accessible by air, the islands are serviced by all major U.S. carriers and a number of charter airlines. Frequent flights among the islands make island-shopping viable. Hawaii is also a port-of-call for major cruise lines.
Areas in Hawaiian Islands
Big Island (Kona), HIIf you could look into the minds of people all over the world for their ideal vacation destination, what you would see is a picture of the Island of Hawaii. With a perfect climate and stunning beauty at every turn, it is the archetype of paradise. Its carefree sunny days, endless beaches, tropical rain forests, the dramatic allure of active volcanoes, and romantic blue lagoons are the essence of day dreams all over the world. The Island of Hawaii is commonly referred to as "The Big Island" to help differentiate it from the state of Hawaii. But this name is appropriate for another reason; it is nearly twice as large as all the other islands in the state combined. The home of Madame Pele, the volcano goddess of Hawaiian mythology, the Kilauea volcanoes spews lava into the air and sea, creating new shoreline with its constant fury.
Kauai, HIKauai - Hawaii's oldest and westernmost island - is the embodiment of paradise. From breathtaking golden beaches and magnificent cliffs, to constant rainbows and thriving rainforests, this "Garden Isle" is unadulterated bliss. The island's pervasive beauty has been celebrated by everyone from Mark Twain, who dubbed Waimea Canyon "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific," to the filmmakers who have set their movies against the scalloped cliffs and valleys of the Na Pali Coast for South Pacific, Blue Hawaii, and Jurassic Park, among many, many others.
Lanai, HIPeaceful, tropical, lavish - this is Hawaii's "Private Island," the place that the richest man in the world, Microsoft mogul Bill Gates, chose for his wedding, and the ideal place for a bit of tranquility. Born from Palawai's volcanic explosion, this is the sixth largest of Hawaii's eight islands, and it remains as a small, untarnished agricultural community with nary a traffic light to disturb your carefree wanderings. Lanai epitomizes the American melting pot of ethnic diversity, including residents of Filipino, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, European, and Portuguese ancestry, as well as native Hawaiian families, to create a vivacious culture with a Polynesian flavor.
Maui, HILegend has it that the demi-god Maui climbed to the top of Haleakala Crater, where he lassoed the sun and held it captive until it promised to slow down its passage over the Hawaiian Islands. Today, trekking to Haleakala's summit is not an act of divine dominance over cosmic bodies, but a mere mortal's desire to witness its soul-stirring wonders - viewing a sunset or a sunrise from atop this dormant volcano is one of life's truly majestic experiences.
Molokai, HI"Getting away from it all" has become close to impossible in our fast-paced society, but Molokai is one of those rare corners of the world left untouched by skyscrapers, fast food joints, and general commercialization. Dubbed "The Most Hawaiian Island," this 38-mile-long stretch has no freeways and no buildings taller than a palm tree. Life here is simple and serene, and the locals make sure to keep it that way. Created by volcanic eruptions over a million years ago, the island boasts a diverse and breathtaking landscape. Crystal clear waters and a pleasant climate enhance Molokai's natural beauty, and the isolated environment allowed the evolution of plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth.
Honolulu (Oahu), HIThe Hawaiian capital of Honolulu is the cultural center of the island of Oahu - the most populous and popular of the Hawaiian Islands, dubbed "The Gathering Place." So what is it that draws so many people to these sunny tropical shores? Great resorts and all the attractions of a major city are found in this thoroughly modern, exotic, and familiar place, yet over 90% of the land is still unpopulated! This means an unmatched diversity of experiences from luaus under the stars and natural adventures, to historical sightseeing, and the best shopping in the Pacific.