Luxury Hotels Hawaii

A Hawaiian vacation is the dream of many travelers. Just the name, "Hawaii" practically evokes images of sandy beaches, grass skirts and cold, tropical beverages. Indeed, throughout the island chain, you will find opportunities to enjoy the idyllic climate, as well as the warm waters of the Pacific and the breathtaking scenery of the volcanic islands. You will also see that with numerous luxury hotels Hawaii can take excellent care of you, no matter which of its many locales you choose to spend most of your time in.

Upon arrival in Hawaii, you will most likely find yourself first in the capital city of Honolulu, on the island of Oahu. This is where the major commercial airport, Honolulu International, is located. All the plane traffic from the United States mainland touches down in the capital city. If Oahu is your final Hawaiian destination, you will find plenty to do here.

First of all, pay a visit to the tourist district of Waikiki, where you can shop for souvenirs, enjoy some of the local fare, or enjoy the bustling nightlife scene of the local clubs. Millions of visitors flock to Waikiki each year. Many of the luxury hotels Hawaii has to offer in Oahu are along the streets of Waikiki and it is very close to some of Honolulu's major shopping districts, making it a great base of operations for your Hawaiian vacation.

The neighboring districts of Ala Moana and Kaka'ako are both adjacent to Waikiki and have some top-notch shopping centers. Ala Moana boasts what has been called the largest open air shopping area in the world, the Ala Moana Center. For its part, Kaka'ako has two fine shopping centers of its own, Ward Warehouse and Ward Centre. All three of these offer a great shopping experience for you to enjoy on your Hawaiian vacation.

If you are looking to expand beyond Oahu, one recommendation is the island of Maui, the second largest island in the Hawaiian chain and the western neighbor of the "Big Island" of Hawaii. Regional flights are available from Honolulu International Airport to Kahului Airport in Maui, so you can travel there easily. Taking a scenic boat trip between islands is another option, which can be more romantic, although not as quick.

Some of the most popular attractions in Maui are the town of Lahaina, Haleakala National Park and the Hana Highway. Like Waikiki in Oahu, Lahaina is a popular destination for tourists, featuring a number of shops, restaurants and clubs frequented by visitors and locals alike. Lahaina was also once the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii, prior to the capital being moved to Honolulu in 1845. The popular beach resorts of Kapalua and Kaanapali are just north of Lahaina.

Both Haleakala and the Hana Highway offer some truly unique, scenic views of the island. Haleakala Park encompasses a volcano, which makes for a beautiful hike or drive. Many people come to Haleakala each evening to watch the picturesque sunsets. For the adventurers, there are hiking trails that lead directly into the volcanic crater. Likewise, The Hana Highway, or Road to Hana, provides travelers along its narrow, serpentine path, with spectacular views of some typical Hawaiian sights. Winding through the mountains of Maui, the Road to Hana passes by black sand beaches and waterfalls before ending in the town of Hana. Many of the luxury hotels Hawaii has to offer are located in Maui and the staff there would be happy to help you plan an excursion to either Haleakala or Hana.

Of course, the most famous of the Hawaiian Islands is its namesake, the Big Island of Hawaii. The largest of the islands, Hawaii is home to two local airports, Hilo International and Kona International. Check with your choice of luxury hotels Hawaii has to offer about which of these is better to fly in to for your specific destination. The Big Island is home to two active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea, both of which are located in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The spectacle of these volcanoes should not be missed.

These attractions are all just the tip of the iceberg. No matter where you choose to stay in Hawaii, there are obviously opportunities for swimming, surfing, snorkeling, diving and other open water activities. The possibilities of a Hawaiian vacation are virtually endless.

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