| Think of Hawaii and you are immediately taken to | | | | as Honolulu, Oahu, Maui or Kauai. You and your |
| an island paradise of balmy breezes, world-class | | | | family will be able to experience the marvel of |
| beaches, beautiful sunsets and spectacular surfs. | | | | these gigantic creatures. |
| But Hawaii, all 8 islands and over 120 islets of it, | | | | Get up close and personal with a volcano |
| has so much more to offer. This is why Hawaii | | | | Hawaii can thank its numerous volcanoes for its |
| remains a top tourist destination and well-loved | | | | rich, verdant soil. So if you're traveling to Hawaii, |
| vacation spot. Traveling to Hawaii soon? Here | | | | try to visit one of these spitfires and witness |
| are tips on what to do and where to go: | | | | something you'll never forget. The most famous |
| Swim and snorkel | | | | volcano in Hawaii is Kilauea Volcano located in the |
| It would be insane indeed to miss out on an | | | | Big Island. It's active, so expect a few activities |
| opportunity to experience the waters of Hawaii. | | | | now and then. Since the beginning of 2000, |
| Go for a swim. Chances are, you'll probably | | | | Kilauea has spewed off enough lava to cover |
| book yourself in a hotel that's just a few feet | | | | nearly 40 sq. miles, effectively expanding the |
| away from the beach. | | | | southern part of its shore. The view, along with |
| While you're in the water, try snorkeling off the | | | | the possibility of watching the birth of a new |
| island. Molokini is a very popular site in Hawaii so | | | | island happen will keep you enchanted for a long |
| if you want to check out the most impressive | | | | time. |
| underwater views, this is the best spot. The | | | | Play golf |
| marine preserve on Molokini is one of the most | | | | Are you a land animal? If you're the type who |
| fantastic in Hawaii, which explains the high esteem | | | | prefers to stay on shore, why not try your swing |
| it continues to receive from tourists and locals | | | | in Hawaii? It boasts of world-class golf courses |
| alike. | | | | and facilities. Nowhere else can you find fairways |
| For Molokini and for most of the dive and | | | | framed by beautiful scenery and a view of the |
| snorkeling sites in Hawaii, you'll need a boat to | | | | Pacific Ocean. Six of the islands offer over 80 |
| reach the location. Boats are built with glass | | | | courses, so you're bound to find a perfect place |
| bottoms, so even non-swimmers can enjoy the | | | | for a tee-off wherever you may be. |
| view underwater without getting themselves wet. | | | | Sample the cuisine |
| Take a cruise | | | | If you've always dreamed of tasting only |
| If you're traveling to Hawaii in winter, you're in | | | | authentic Polynesian cooking, travel to Hawaii for a |
| luck. This is the season when humpback whales | | | | delicious luau. A luau is a one-of-a-kind |
| come to visit. The best way to get up close (or | | | | experience in gustatory delight, rich in flavor, |
| at least, as close as you can) to these wonderful | | | | history, color and of course, taste. There's |
| creatures is to take a catamaran cruise. Book | | | | always traditional dance and music involved, so it's |
| one from any of the main islands of Hawaii such | | | | truly a feast for the senses. |