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Hawaii
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Overview
It's easy to see why Hawaii has become synonymous with paradise. Just look at these sugary beaches, Technicolor coral reefs and volcanoes beckoning adventurous spirits.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Kilauea volcano lies at the center of activity in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. The unassuming bump on Mauna Loa's southeast flank would be easily…
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In the shadow of Diamond Head, the former mansion of billionaire tobacco heiress Doris Duke is a sight to behold for art-lovers and celebrity hounds…
Hanalei
Hanalei Bay is ܲʻ's postcard-perfect beach, embracing surfers, paddlers, bodyboarders and beach bums alike. It's a perfect crescent of golden sand…
Stones of Life of Kapaemahu and Kapuni
Waikiki
Near the police substation at Waikiki Beach Center, four ordinary-looking volcanic basalt boulders are actually sacred and legendary Hawaiian symbols…
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This impressive, little-known viewpoint is at the end of Lumahai St in Portlock, makai (toward the sea) from the traffic lights at the Koko Marina Center…
Honolulu
Hawaii’s version of the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC, the Bishop Museum showcases a remarkable array of cultural and natural history exhibits…
Honolulu
No other place evokes a more poignant sense of Hawaii’s history. The palace was built under King David Kalakaua in 1882. At that time, the Hawaiian…
Piʻilanihale Heiau & Kahanu Garden
The Road to Hana
Probably the most significant stop on the entire Road to Hana, this site combines a 294-acre ethnobotanical garden with the magnificent Piʻilanihale Heiau…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Time to Visit
Deciding when to go to Hawaii has less to do with weather – year-round sunshine and balmy temps are the norm – and is more about crowds and costs.
Read articleThings to Know
With top tips on planning, etiquette and health and safety, these are the key things to know before any vacation in Hawaii.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Track your costs – and keep them down – with our list of creative ideas for a famously expensive place.
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