2. Location
Hawaii, a US state, is an isolated
volcanic archipelago in the central
Pacific. Its islands are famous for their
rugged landscapes of cliffs, waterfalls,
tropical foliage and beaches with
golden, red, black and even green
sands. Of the 6 main islands, Oahu has
the capital and the largest city of
Hawaii, Honolulu, home to the Waikiki
crescent beach and the WWII memorials
at Pearl Harbor.
3. Best Attractions
Waikiki Beach and
Diamond Head State
Monument
Diamond Head (a.k.a. Lē‘ahi),
Hawaii’s most recognized landmark
is known for its historic hiking trail,
stunning coastal views, and military
history. Diamond Head State
Monument encompasses over 475
acres, including the interior and
outer slopes of the crater. The park
is managed by the State of Hawaii
DLNR Division of State Parks.
Pearl Harbor and
USS Arizona
Memorial
Pearl Harbor National Memorial is
comprised of the USS Arizona, USS
Oklahoma, and USS Utah
Memorials, in addition to six officer
bungalows, three mooring quays,
and the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.
The memorial commemorates the
events surrounding the December
7, 1941 attack and honors the
thousands of Americans who served
and died on that day.
Hanauma Bay Nature
Preserve
Popular nature reserve in a bay
with beach, green turtles,
parrotfish and much more.
4. Best Lodgings
The Villas at Poipu
Kai
Villas and apartments with
plantation-style décor in a
sprawling complex with pools,
tennis courts, and dining room.
Oceanfront Legacy
Vacation Rental
Guests liked the spacious rooms,
although some noted that
cleanliness and maintenance could
be improved.
Rooms had attractive views.
Some guests noted that beds could
be improved
Maui Kaanapali Villas
The resort has several swimming
pools, a simple restaurant, and free
shuttle service to nearby golf
courses. The service fee includes
access to a gym, parking and
discounts for the spa.
5. Hawaii gastronomy
Modern Hawaiian cuisine is a fusion of
many cuisines brought to the Hawaiian
archipelago by immigrants of various
ethnicities, especially those of
American, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese,
Korean, Polynesian and Portuguese
origin, including imported plant and
animal ingredients from around the
world.
Dish: Haupia
Chef: Roy Yamaguchi
Haupia
7. Hawaii Brief History
The Hawaiian Islands were first settled
as early as 400 C.E., when Polynesians
from the Marquesas Islands, 2000 miles
away, traveled to Hawaii's Big Island in
canoes. Highly skilled farmers and
fishermen, Hawaiians lived in small
communities ruled by chieftains who
battled one another for territory.