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Hawaii:
Hanauma Bay, on the island of Oahu, boasts an amazing coral reef that is simply out of this world. There are many fish species that call Hanauma Bay and the coral reef their home, which makes for incredible snorkeling. In fact, so many people snorkel at Hanauma Bay that it often gets quite crowded. So, if you want to snorkel at Hanauma Bay you should get there early or find out which days are the slowest in order to enjoy this fabulous experience....read more about things to see and do in Hawaii »


The Kona Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii is a favorite destination of people who want to swim with dolphins in the wild.

Although many species of Dolphins live here year round, the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins are the most playful and curious. They feed offshore during the night and return close to shore each morning to rest and nurture their young...read more about swimming with dolphins in Hawaii »


Hawaii - the Big Island
Hawaii Big Island hosts open market places with hundreds of merchants selling their hand crafted items under the open sky. These market places are one of the main tourist attractions here. Alii Gardens Marketplace, Long Ears Coffee Company, Kuaiwi Farm, Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens, Anthuriums Of Hawaii, Hawaii Greenhouse Inc., Panaewa Hawaiian Homelands Farmers Market, Volcano Farmers Market are some of the famous marketplaces.

Besides these market places shopping malls and individual shops are there in Hawaii Big Island. Hilo Hattie - The Store of Hawaii, Hilo Shopping Center, Keauhou Shopping Center, King's Shops, Kona Coast Shopping Center, Lanihau Center are some shopping centers in Hawaii Big Island....read more about Hawaii


It should be no surprise that the Big Island has proven to be inspirational to artists of all kinds, so if visual expression is something you find interesting, be sure to tour the galleries and museums while you are here. Sloping hills and valleys, crashing waterfalls, and delicate plant life have influenced the paintings, sculptures, and even the music and dance of native creative types, so soak in the atmosphere as well as the representations of it that have come about through the talents of the Hawaiian people....read more


Hilo Hawaii
Hawaii’s Big Island has been attracting explorers for hundreds of years with its active volcanoes, lush forests, and culturally unique atmosphere. Everything about this destination makes it a haven for travelers looking to forget their cares and remember what it’s like to be calm, cool, and collected. If you’ve yet to experience this phenomenon for yourself, set your sights on one of the island’s hottest spots for modern day discoverers; Hilo.

Hilo is located on the Eastern side of the isle at the bottom of Mauna Kea Mountain. Historically provocative as well as naturally stunning, this welcoming town will sweep you off your feet with its bubbling river, rich treasure trove of facts and finds, and array of activities that will give you a true taste of Hawaii...read more


Hawaii Visitor and Convention Bureau - You can learn all about the Hawaii Experience and take virtual tours.

Hawaii The Official Online Guide

Hawaiian-Index.Com

All About Hawaii - Plan your custom Hawaiian vacation online.

Hawaiian Search Website

All Hawaii Vacations - Vacation in Hawaii, Pictures, Vacation Packages, Maui, Oahu, Waikiki, Kauai, The Big Island, Weddings, Romantic Getaways, E-Postcards

Eye of Hawaii - Your complete guide to the Big Island, Kona to Hilo

Kayak Hanalei Ocean and River Eco Tours

Kauai:
Kauai is often referred to as the Garden Isle or the Green Island because of the incredibly lush flora on this small island. The North Shore in particular is a fabulous wealth of natural beauty, with incredible waterfalls and tropical foliage everywhere.... read more »


The majestic island of Kauai is only a short flight from the USA, Japan and Australia. From the spectacular views at Waimea Canyon to the verdant vistas along the Napali Coast, more and more people are coming to Kauai because they are attracted to its natural beauty and laidback atmosphere. Visitors are also drawn to Kauai for its gorgeous tropical rainforests, some of which can only be accessed by helicopter. These aerial tours take you into the heart of the island and offer spectacular scenic views that will remain with you long after your vacation ends. Kauai is lush, tropical and wild. With cascading waterfalls and towering green mountains, this island is what most people imagine Hawaii to be like. Kauai can truly take your breath away..... read more about Kauai »


Kauai has huge areas of tropical forest, deserted coast and lush mountains suitable for hiking, including the awe-inspiring Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon -- known as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific." All of these areas have easily accessible hiking trails.
- Kauai's bountiful coral reefs are teeming with multitudes of colorful fish. It is easy and delightful to snorkel the clear warm waters of Kauai's lagoons.
- Kauai is home to numerous rare bird and plant species, which exist nowhere else in the world. Kauai is also home to a seabird sanctuary..... read more about Kauai »


Kauai is the oldest and most northern of the Hawaiian Island chain. Its lush tropical beauty has earned it the nickname the “Garden Island.” From the air it looks like an emerald cone rising out of the ocean. This thirty-three by twenty-five mile island is covered with acres of lush rain forests, waterfalls, and breathtaking gardens. Here are only a few of the hundreds of sights and activities you will have to choose from while you are on the island. This is only a tiny taste of what Kauai has to offer. On the northern end of Kauai is Kilauea Lighthouse, which was built in 1913 and was in use until 1976. It is a picturesque landmark perched on a bluff. Well worth a visit. Visitors may not climb the lighthouse, but self-guided tours of the area are available. Adjacent to the lighthouse is the 200-acre Kilauea Point Wildlife Refuge on Moku’ae’ae Island. A must visit for bird lovers....read more about Kauai


For mountain views and a wide sampling of exotic flora and fauna, visit Kauai, nicknamed the “Garden Isle.” Kauai offers something for everyone, with tourist attractions clustered on the South Shore and cliffs and strong waves to be found on the North Shore. Kokee State Park is home to the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” and scattered throughout the island you can locate all types of vacation rentals. From cool streams and waterfalls to beachside shops and restaurants, this island has it all....read more


Visiting Hawaii will leave you with the rare of dilemma of having too much beauty, too many opportunities for absorbing activities, and too little time to see it all. A handful of intriguing islands flung across the sea like a string of jewels make for quite a treat, but as far as vacations go, your best bet would be to focus on one area and give it your full, undivided attention. Kauai is no slouch when it comes to delivering the holiday goods, so consider visiting one of the hotspots on this island to ensure an engaging, memorable, and relaxing trip.

One such pocket of tropical treasures is Princeville, located on the northern shore of Kauai. Once the site of a coffee plantation, this picturesque region is now the scene of resorts, golf courses, restaurants, and the kind of beaches that will make you forget what your cubicle looks like. This magnet for tourists has what it takes to please your pleasure-seeking senses, so explore it a little further...read more


Kai Malie Vacation Home - Oceanview vacation rental in pristine Anini Beach, Kauai, Hawaii.

Kauai Bed and Breakfast Vacation Rentals, Kilauea Town and Area Information.

Kauai Kayak Tours and Rentals

Kauai Art by Kenneth Grzesik

Remax Kauai Vacation Rentals and Condos

Princeville Vacation Rentals and Kauai Condos

SummitPacific.com - Oceanview resort condos in Princeville at Hanalei Bay Resort.

Kola Kauai Hawaii
Spend some time in the water, as you probably don’t usually get to snorkel, swim, and float during a usual day at the office. Acquaint yourself with some friendly fish, take a few pictures to show your jealous friends later on, and order a pina colada and sip it as you thread your toes through the pearly white sand. It’ll taste a little better that way....read more


Lanai:
All About Hawaii - Plan your custom Hawaiian vacation online.

Maui:
Hawaii is actually made up of six separate islands. Maui is small compared to the "Big Island". But that doesn't mean anything, because what Maui lacks in size, it makes it up in it's atmosphere and personality. Maui serves up plenty of historic and cultural attractions that will captivate your imagination, while exposing the timeless traditions of this magical island. For example, the town of Lahaina is a National Historic District. This was once a thriving whaling port. History buffs will enjoy Lahaina-Kaanapali and the Pacific Railroads provide history lovers with an unforgettable journey into the area’s plantation past....read more »


The second largest island in the chain, Maui is also home to the most fabulous beaches in the world. If your Hawaii vacation includes lounging surf-side or walking on powdery sand with salt-water tickling your toes, then Maui is the best choice for relaxing and soaking up the sun.... read more »


Each year, a large number of individuals make the trip to Maui. Maui makes for the perfect Hawaiian vacation. If you have scheduled a Maui vacation, it is likely that you have already started examining the activities that are available for you. When it comes to a Hawaiian vacation, many tourists automatically think of the beautiful beaches. Frolicking on the beach is a great way to spend your vacation, but it is not the only way. Did you know that you can also experience Maui from the air?....read more about Maui »


Aloha From Maui
A Maui Vacation Rental Directory
Maui Weather Today
Maui Net - Travel information for your vacation, from condominiums and resorts to bed and breakfasts and vacation rentals.
Maui Vacation Rentals - Provides information on vacation rental homes, condominiums, bed and breakfasts and resorts... executive retreats.
1 Maui Real Estate
Maui Dive Shop - Seven Maui island locations offering scuba and snorkeling charters and other other island activities.

Maui
While in Maui, you probably have several things you’ll want to do based on what you’ve seen and heard about this magical isle. The Hana Highway caught your attention, as did hearing talk of the presence of migrating humpback whales. Inland you’ll find botanical gardens and rainforests, but you’ll doubtlessly fall under the spell of the waves and the ocean breezes for the bulk of this trip. You’re all set to hit the road and see the sights, taking in a few good meals and sweet cocktails on the way, of course. All in all, you’ll surely find that Maui was a good choice....read more

Molokai:
About 1.5 million years ago two large volcanoes, Kamakou in the east and Maunaloa in the west, pushed through the ocean's surface and formed the island of Molokai. It first became inhabited around 650 A.D. by daring settlers traveling in double hulled canoes from Tahiti and other areas in the South Pacific. Of the roughly 7,000 residents about 40% are of Hawaiian descent, hence the moniker "The Most Hawaiian Island"....read more »


The Molokai Visitors Association - There's an island in Hawai'i that the world has left behind.
Molokai - The Most Hawaiian Island - Vacation in old Hawaii, on unspoiled Molokai, Photo tours, culture, activities, events and visitor information.
Molokai

Oahu:

Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii. It is located on the island of Oahu. For most visitors to Hawaii it will be the first place they go to and it will give them their first impressions of the islands.

The places you will surely want to go to when you are here include Chinatown, Waikiki Beach and the Manoa Valley....read more about Oahu »

Waikoloa Hawaii


Oahu Visitors Bureau
The Real Hawaii - Eco-Cultural Excursions of O'ahu by Native Guides
Welcome to Oahu, the heart of Hawaii
Wild Side Specialty Tours - This isn't your ordinary Hawaii vacation activity! Whale, Dolphin and Turtle encounters.
Laniakea Beach Oahu Hawaii

Iolani Palace Hawaii


Information:
Planet Hawaii - Information, news, postcards, activities, live cam

Big Adventures of Hawaii Top Ten Hawaiian Links, Photos, Stories, Maps

Kona Coffee Hawaii - Buy your favorite blends online

N Joy Travel - Cruises and Vacations to exciting destinations including Hawaii.

Travel Experts Hawaiian Honeymoon and Vacation packages

Map of the Hawaiian Islands Villa Collections offers island information and vacation rentals.