Hawaii Travel Guide

Hawaii overflows with natural beauty. Piercing up through the surface of the Pacific from the ocean floor, the Hawaiian Islands are garlanded with soft sand beaches and dramatic volcanic cliffs. Long days of sunshine and fairly mild year-round temperatures make this an all-season destination, while the islands' offerings, from urban Honolulu in Oahu to the luxe resorts of Maui to the natural wonders of Kauai and the Big Island, appeal to a variety of tastes. Traveling to Hawaii is as close as an American can get to visiting another country while staying within the United States. There's much to appreciate about the state's indigenous culture, the hundreds of years of immigration that resulted in today's blended society, and the tradition of aloha that has welcomed millions of visitors over the years.

Experience Hawaii

• Top Things to Do in Hawaii
• Hawaii Today
• The Hawaiian Islands
• Choosing Your Hawaiian Islands
• Hawaiian People and Their Culture
• The History of Hawaii
• Hawaii and the Environment
• Top 10 Hawaiian Foods to Try
• Best Farmers' Markets in Hawaii

• Hawaii with Kids
• Only in Hawaii
• Best Beaches in Hawaii
• Best Outdoor Adventures in Hawaii
• Top Scenic Spots in Hawaii
• Ultimate Hawaiian Indulgences
• Weddings and Honeymoons in Hawaii
• Cruising the Hawaiian Islands

Islands in Hawaii

• Big Island
• Honolulu and Oahu

• Kauai
• Lanai

• Maui
• Molokai

Regions in Hawaii

• Central Maui
• Central Molokai
• Central Oahu
• East Maui
• East Molokai
• East Side (Coconut Coast) Kauai
• Kau
• Kohala Coast
• Kona Coast
• North Shore Kauai
• North Shore Maui

• North Shore Oahu
• Puna
• South Shore Kauai
• South Shore Maui
• Southeast Oahu
• Upcountry Maui
• West (Leeward) Oahu
• West Maui
• West Molokai
• West Side Kauai
• Windward Oahu

Cities in Hawaii

• Hilo
• Honolulu

• Kailua-Kona

• Waimea

Parks and Preserves in Hawaii

• Haleakala National Park

• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

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