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Maui Maui has the highest demand for hotel rooms in Hawaii. This is in no small part due to the flourishing nightlife, since nightclubs and dining options are plentiful here. Romance
also is a big draw as Maui
is a big destination wedding or honeymoon spot. Maui
is known for its luxurious accommodations that amount to the perfect setting to
make or renew your vows. Pamper yourself and your significant other with relaxing spa treatments or plan to dine at some of the world’s most exclusive restaurants.
The dormant Haleakala
Volcano, the largest of its kind, and whale watching make Maui a chosen destination for travelers looking to capitalize on once-in-a-lifetime opportunities
to view these natural wonders. The view from Haleakala’s summit is beyond compare.
Consider a night cruise complete with cocktails or multicourse dinner to cap off an unforgettable evening. Be sure to set aside one evening to celebrate at a
Island of Hawai’i
The tallest mountain in the world when measured from base to peak, Mauna Kea, is on the Island of Hawai’i and is considered a spiritual center of the islands. Its companion to the south, Mauna Loa, at just 124 feet shy of Mauna Kea’s elevation, is the mountain with the largest mass on the planet. These snow- capped giants are just a few of the extremes on the Big Island, as it is known colloquially. In fact, the Island of Hawai’i has more land area than all the other islands combined. From atop the peak of Mauna Kea, the view of the stars is unbounded. Catch a glimpse of the skies from a telescope high above for an unimpeded view.
It may seem surprising given it is a known entity as a tropical paradise, but 11 of the world’s 13 climate zones are represented on the Island of Hawai’i.
The diverse landscape and wide-ranging altitudes, coupled with the vast amounts of activities make the Big Island a big draw for both adventure seekers and family vacations.
Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the
Island of Hawai’i for some of the most memorable experiences you can imagine. Walking through a lava tube or hiking volcanic craters you can truly catch
a glimpse of some of the most consequential and massive geological forces at work on planet earth. The park features two active volcanoes, Kilauea, and the previously mentioned Mauna Loa.
traditional luau with traditional Polynesian and Hawaiian dancing for a feast with all the island’s best delicacies and drinks. Stay at Aston Kaanapali Shores on Maui
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One of Maui’s most distinctive geographic features, the Iao Needle, can be seen when visiting the Iao Valley at the state park in central Maui. From there, take a day trip to travel up the coast to explore the Nakalele Blowhole and lighthouse at the
northern tip of Maui.
The famed Road to Hana, a trip through tropical
rainforests to a small village on the eastern ridge of Maui, is an experience all in itself. Travel on winding roads, over quaint bridges, and past themed gardens along the way. Take a guided tour of the Hana Highway for a truly unique peek at the island’s vast beauty and bountiful natural treasures for the ultimate scenic route.
On the Island of Hawai’i, consider staying at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
From Waikoloa Beach, just a short drive north brings you to the Puako
Petroglyph Park
where ancient
history is carved into volcanic rock that tell the stories of the prehistoric inhabitants of
the island. From
there, a quick
jaunt north is
Hapuna Beach State Park, where you can walk along the amazing expansive white sands of the Kohala coast. Take a trip inland to take a horseback tour with Paniolos – Hawaiian cowboys – or visit an organic coffee plantation while on the Island of Hawai’i.
Cut across the countryside to the town of Hilo, where history, culture and natural science coalesce
in a diverse museum experience. Wailuku River State Park is home to both the Rainbow Falls (Waianuenue) which drop 80 feet while leaving rainbow traces in the mist and the Boiling Pots, where the runoff from rainwaters converges with the flow of the Pe’epe’e Falls in basalt-lava rock pools to bubble and give off the appearance that the water is rapidly boiling.
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