Hawaiian Getaways

Is it your honeymoon? Are you planning to pop the big question? Or do you just want to treat yourself to a soothing vacation break on an island paradise? Then it's nowhere else but Hawaii for you.

Visions of gorgeous sunsets, surf and sand, beach parties with tantalizing food and women in grass skirts swaying to the sound of ukuleles strumming away are but a smidgen of the Hawaiian experience. The Hawaiian islands have much to offer, and enjoying yourself as you immerse yourself in the country's culture will be more than rewarding.

Hawaii is comprised of a group of islands, ranging from the large ones like Maui to the smaller ones. The more popular tourist destinations are found on the eight biggest Hawaiian islands: Niihau, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, Maui and the Big Island or Hawaii. Some of the most well-known places to visit on the Big Island, Maui, Kauai, and Oahu are here for you to check out:

• The Big Island
• Hilo
• Kailua-Kona
• Mauna Lani
• Volcano
• Waikoloa Village

• Maui
• Kahana
• Kapalua
• Kihei
• Lahaina
• Wailea

• Oahu
• Honolulu
• Ko Olina
• Makaha
• Sunset Beach
• Turtle Bay
• Waikiki

• Kauai
• Anini Beach
• Hanalei
• Kapaa
• Poipu Beach
• Princeville

For a perfect Hawaiian vacation, you can check with Hawaiian tour and travel guides. There are hundreds of brochures, postcards and websites where you can plan your trip to Hawaii. Vacation packages usually include accommodations, transportation and a tour of the major Hawaiian islands. Sight-seeing at popular tourist attractions and tributes to native Hawaiian culture can also be arranged. For large groups, you can have your own luau parties or go out and take part in local events. The more adventurous or those who prefer a quiet vacation can opt to stay at the smaller, less populated islands and do some exploring of their own.