Big Island, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lahai or Maui are all part of the perfect vacation in Hawaii. If you have the time and want to see the entire state you will be awed by the beauty each island offers.
Your vacation in Hawaii can be even more spectacular if you visit Waimea Canyon on the west side of the island. This 3,000 ft. deep canyon offers beautiful views of crested buttes, rugged craigs, and deep valley gorges. The opportunity for sensational photos is endless at the canyon.
The North Shore of Kauai offers views that will be remembered for a lifetime. The velvet green cliffs which tower over the ocean. The tumbling waterfalls that cascade down the cliffs to the valleys far below offer a memorable experience as does the view of the beautiful Pacific Ocean stretching for miles beyond your vision.
Leaving Kauai and going to Oahu you can visit Waikiki Beach and enjoy the wonders of surfing. Here you can take lessons or experience the big waves for those that are experienced surfers. King Kamehaheha lived on the island at one time.
While you are at Waikiki Beach you may want to go to the Waikiki Aquarium and see the 3rd oldest aquarium in the U.S. Here there are over 500 marine species and more than 3,000 marine specimens for you to enjoy. They even have two endangered Hawaii Monk Seals for you to learn about while at the aquarium.
Honululu offers the visitors a wide range of things to do and see from the historic buildings to the beautiful capitol building. You will see stunning monuments and stunning artwork by local and international artists.
Travel back in time with a visit to Iolani Palace where lavish parties and diplomatic affairs of the kingdom where held by King Kalakaua and his successor, Queen Liliuokalani. See the bedroom where the Queen was held captive after the overthrow of the monarchy.
Sea Life Park will offer you an alternative to Waikiki Beach. Here you will be able to see dolphins and penguins. You can also capture the views of the Pacific Ocean with its breathtaking beauty from the Koolau mountains.
You have probably read about it in the history books, or you remember it from when it actually happened but here in Central Oahu you can visit the USS Arizona and see the memorials that are a tribute to the brave men and women that were killed in the bombing of Pearl Harbor by the Japanese at the start of the US involvement in WWII. If you want to relax after that experience you may want to sample the fresh pineapple that is grown in the lush valley in the area.
When you visit Molokai be sure to spend a little time at the main harbor, Kaunakakai, where the tallest point on the island is located. This is the steeple of a chruch since no buildings are taller than a coconut tree!
Lanai isn’t your typical hustle and bustle island; it’s a small town environment with relaxing opportunities of snorkeling, swimming or whale and dolphin watching. A nice break from the hurrying around you will do on the other islands.
Maui is filled with what the travel magazines call the best beaches. It is an island that offers not only great beaches but also the summit of Haleakala. You can see the 60 ft tall banyan Tree or take a drive to Hana and see the Seven Sacred Pools.
Famous for the active Kilauea volcano, this island will afford you the opportunity to experience everything from snow capped mountains to black sand beaches. It has the largest restored ancient Hawaiian religious temple as well as entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
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