| Hawaii's reputation as an island paradise | | | | If you're the kind of traveler who hopes to |
| that practices a relaxed way of life makes it | | | | avoid crowds and traffic, then Lanai is |
| a top tourist destination for couples, | | | | probably the island for you. In a place where |
| families, and anyone who longs to leave the | | | | nature runs free, it is easy to adopt a |
| pressures of the mainland behind. No matter | | | | relaxed perspective on life after a few days |
| which area you choose to visit, you are sure | | | | spent exploring the untamed land. The marine |
| to be pleased as you are invited to take | | | | conservation area located in Hulopoe Bay will |
| advantage of all that this string of | | | | take you back to the Hawaii of yesteryear, |
| beautiful and welcoming islands has to offer. | | | | and the peaceful beaches will surely motivate |
| | | | you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the |
| The Big Island of Hawaii is home to the Kona | | | | solitude. |
| coast, the world's most active volcano, and | | | | |
| miles of beaches fit for swimming, surfing, | | | | For mountain views and a wide sampling of |
| and whale-watching. If it's history you seek, | | | | exotic flora and fauna, visit Kauai, |
| there are old coffee plantations and restored | | | | nicknamed the "Garden Isle." Kauai offers |
| villages up to three centuries old. If your | | | | something for everyone, with tourist |
| vacation is incomplete without a round of | | | | attractions clustered on the South Shore and |
| golf, then don't miss teeing off on the | | | | cliffs and strong waves to be found on the |
| Konala coast. The Big Island offers a taste | | | | North Shore. Kokee State Park is home to the |
| of all that is Hawaii, so be prepared for | | | | "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," and scattered |
| endless adventure and excitement if this is | | | | throughout the island you can locate all |
| where you decide to unpack your bags. | | | | types of vacation rentals. From cool streams |
| | | | and waterfalls to beachside shops and |
| Oahu also makes for a fascinating and | | | | restaurants, this island has it all. |
| rejuvenating visit. For families, the | | | | |
| Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, and the | | | | Hawaii is an easy place to have a great |
| Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park are great | | | | vacation no matter where you lay your head at |
| options. And, as you would expect, the | | | | night, but be sure to choose a place to stay |
| beaches here are perfect for whatever it is | | | | that will truly accentuate your island |
| that calls you to the water. Be it surfing, | | | | getaway. Vacation rentals often make good |
| parasailing, snorkeling or fishing, it is | | | | sense in Hawaii, as having a private space |
| likely that Oahu's coastline has a spot for | | | | with lots of great features tends to make |
| you to make a few memories. If you'd prefer | | | | island living all the more appealing. Easy |
| to check things out from a different | | | | access to the beach and a deck with a perfect |
| perspective, a submarine ride will give you | | | | view of the sunset will make you feel like |
| an up close and personal view of coral reefs, | | | | you haven't a care in the world. |
| exotic marine life, and perhaps a dolphin or | | | | |
| two. | | | | So if the gentle strum of a ukulele is |
| | | | calling out to you, be sure to reward |
| Molokai, northwest of Oahu, is the site of | | | | yourself with the best experience possible. |
| the world's tallest sea cliffs. Take a hike | | | | Skip waiting at restaurants and choose |
| off the beaten path, or hop onto a mule train | | | | lodging that allows you to make your own |
| for a truly unique experience. If you happen | | | | romantic dinner. Forego a cramped hotel room |
| to stop by during the summer, make plans to | | | | with a tiny window facing a swimming pool, |
| enjoy the Ka Hula Piko festival. The | | | | and reserve a beachside villa instead. An |
| birthplace of the hula is sure to put on a | | | | array of great Hawaii Vacation Rentals, can |
| great show as it celebrates this traditional | | | | be viewed at If you're going to Hawaii, go |
| dance, inviting visitors to join in the fun. | | | | all the way. |
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