HAWAII TRAVEL THINGS TO DO

Step off the plane and it's as if the volume on your senses has been turned up. Smell the fresh plumeria in the air. See sapphire seas, emerald valleys, and halos of rainbow arches. Feel the warm radiance of the sun on your cheeks while a cool rush of ocean water sucks the sand from between your toes.

It's no secret that the Islands of Aloha are a scenic paradise for the senses, but an exploration of the rich cultural history of the Hawaiian people makes your first visit to the islands even richer. With so much to experience, you'll find the warm embrace of Hawaii waiting for you on your second visit and beyond.

6 Things To Do on Your First Trip to Hawaii:

• Enjoy the stunning scenery from various points along Kauai's Napali Coast.
• Visit the USS Arizona and USS Missouri memorials in Oahu's Pearl Harbor.
• Take a mule ride down to the Kalaupapa Peninsula on Molokai.
• Drive the Munro Trail on Lanai for incredible views.
• Take the long, winding, scenic road to Hana on Maui.
• View the active Kilauea Volcano at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii's Big Island.

Hawaii Vacation Travel Tips

Getting to Hawaii

Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu is Hawaii's major airport, serving as the entry point for most of Hawaii's visitors. All twenty-three major domestic carriers and sixteen international carriers serve Oahu, so you can get here from just about anywhere.

There are also direct flights from the mainland to Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii's Big Island, but for the most part, you may need to connect through Oahu to get to the neighbor islands.

Staying in Hawaii

Finding accommodations is easy in Hawaii. You'll find everything here from historic hotels and boutiques, to bed and breakfasts, rental condos, and luxury resorts. You'll find more than 30,000 hotel rooms on Oahu alone.

Anytime of year is a good time to visit Hawaii. Summer, between April and November, is warmer and drier (average temperature is 75˚-88˚ F) while winter, between December and March, is a bit cooler (68˚-80˚ F). Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round.

Traveling in Hawaii

To really experience all that Hawaii offers, you should consider renting a car. Many visitors also enjoy taking bus tours to conveniently explore the Islands. Shuttles, taxis, and public transport are available on most islands.