Honeymoon in Hawaii
May 14th, 2001, 11:29 AM
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I've been to the islands twice; Oahu and Kauaii when I was 19, and Maui and Oahu on my honeymoon 3 years ago. Personally, for a honeymoon, I'd recommend Maui, but what appeals to me may not appeal to you. So here's my take on the 3:
Oahu: We stayed at Waikiki beach, which is where most of the action is. There's much to do on this island -- boogie boarding, parasailing, etc and lots of night life. But the atmosphere isn't relaxing. Waikiki beach is generally crowded, the traffic is constant, and there are lots of high rise hotels. Think Fort Lauderdale FL. It's great for some, not for others. Personally, I won't go back.
Kauaii is green and lush. When I was there, it rained a lot, with overcast skies when it wasn't raining. But the scenery is beautiful (green) because of all the rain.
Maui is laid back and much less crowded than Oahu. The scenery is beautiful, people friendly, and weather consistent. We stayed at the Hyatt on Kaanapali beach. It was wonderful. If you're looking for tons of action, this may not be the place for you. For us on our honeymoon, it was just right.
If you want more info, feel free to email me (restaurants, things to do, etc)
Oahu: We stayed at Waikiki beach, which is where most of the action is. There's much to do on this island -- boogie boarding, parasailing, etc and lots of night life. But the atmosphere isn't relaxing. Waikiki beach is generally crowded, the traffic is constant, and there are lots of high rise hotels. Think Fort Lauderdale FL. It's great for some, not for others. Personally, I won't go back.
Kauaii is green and lush. When I was there, it rained a lot, with overcast skies when it wasn't raining. But the scenery is beautiful (green) because of all the rain.
Maui is laid back and much less crowded than Oahu. The scenery is beautiful, people friendly, and weather consistent. We stayed at the Hyatt on Kaanapali beach. It was wonderful. If you're looking for tons of action, this may not be the place for you. For us on our honeymoon, it was just right.
If you want more info, feel free to email me (restaurants, things to do, etc)
May 14th, 2001, 03:52 PM
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Aloha,
Maui (the Valley Isle) is by far the most wonderful island. There is a new hotel that has rooms for only $49.00 per night and an authentic `Awa Bar or Kava Bar.
Go see thier website at www.MauiDreamInn.com
Mahalo and congradultaions
Maui (the Valley Isle) is by far the most wonderful island. There is a new hotel that has rooms for only $49.00 per night and an authentic `Awa Bar or Kava Bar.
Go see thier website at www.MauiDreamInn.com
Mahalo and congradultaions
May 14th, 2001, 07:20 PM
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Please, DO NOT stay at the Maui Dreaminn. I've heard they may be up on fraud and racketeering charges for swindling readers of travel forums like this one. Run by the same folks who run phone-the-elderly-scams promising high investment returns if they'll sign over their social security checks?
Sleep on the beach before you stay there!
Sleep on the beach before you stay there!
