Hawaii – best island to visit when vacationing there????????
never been to hawaii, more into scenic qualities and natural beauty. not into clubs/dance/drinking scenes. which island is the best to stay ? Also, how much $$ usually is package deals (flying from toronto) thanks guys
SHORT VERSION:
1. BEST ISLAND: If you are interested in natural beauty and scenic qualities, I would probably recommend Maui + a trip to Lanai or Molokai overall. Another great choice (especially if you have at least 8-10 days or so) would be the Big Island, because right now there is lava flowing near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
2. COST: This will vary widely from several hundred to several thousand dollars per person, depending on the island, add-on activities (like snorkel tours etc.), length of stay, etc. Check orbitz, tripadvisor, kayak.com, etc.
LONGER VERSION:
All the islands have good beaches, although you might end up driving a little more to get to them on the Big Island. So you really have to choose based on what else you want.
Here are some key words, along with the best islands for each (no particular order) and a link to photos/more info:
BEACHES:
All the islands have amazing beaches with many different personalities.
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=10
SECLUSION:
Lanai or Molokai (though there are spots on all islands if you look)
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=5
WATERFALLS:
Maui’s Road to Hana
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=162
or certain areas of Kauai
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=149
or Akaka Falls on the Big Island (quite a drive, but amazing)
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=120
(there are a few around Oahu too)
GARDENS:
Kula Gardens on Maui
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=98
Foster Garden on Oahu
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=40
National Tropical Botanical Garden on Kauai
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=21
SNORKELING FROM SHORE:
Hanauma Bay on Oahu
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=42
Honolula on Maui (depending on conditions)
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=93
Kaanapali/Black Rock on Maui (depending on conditions)
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=95
SNORKELING FROM A BOAT:
Kealakekua Bay on Big Island
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=135
Hulopoe Bay on Lanai via boat tour from Maui
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=82
MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES:
Haleakala on Maui
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=161
Mauna Kea on the Big Island
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=139
SEEING LAVA FLOWING:
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Big Island
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?AID=165
That should get you started. There’s a lot more information at http://www.DreamingHawaii.com
Also, if you are into scenic beauty you might like this page of scenic shots from around the islands:
http://www.DreamingHawaii.com/album.aspx?aid=168
Have a great time!
minK nIGHT cLUB sEP 5 2009
