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Few places satisfy the urge for a carefree tropical vacation like the islands of Hawaii. Indeed, the 50th state’s stunning beauty is no secret – nowhere else in the United States boasts the combination of white-sand beaches, lush green landscapes, pounding surf, and rich culture of these far-flung Pacific islands. But what’s less well known, especially for first-time visitors, is that there’s a lot more to the state than Oahu’s Waikiki Beach. In fact, of the eight islands in Hawaii, six are primed for tourists, each with different reasons to visit, from ecotourism and active volcanoes to beaches and nightlife.
For a chance to experience the true meaning of “heaven on earth.”
$69/nt+: Waikiki Beach boutique hotel w/spa & fitness center Travelocity
$339/nt+: Beachfront Hawaii resort w/3rd night free Perfect Escapes
$339/nt+: Oceanfront resort by golf & shops w/upgrade in Maui Perfect Escapes
$299/nt+: Lush spa resort w/brkfst buffet & upgrades in Kauai Perfect Escapes
$179/nt+: Oceanfront Hawaii resort for $100 off Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel
$124/nt+: Waikiki 4-nt stay at beautiful boutique hotel Perfect Escapes
$165/nt+: Luxury Waikiki Beach resort & spa w/free upgrade Perfect Escapes
$499/nt+: Luxurious oceanfront resort on Big Island The Fairmont Orchid
$499/nt+: 4-star The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii Expedia
$592+: Relaxing Oahu 4-nt beach trip w/flight from LA Castle Ocean Resort Hotel Waikiki
$695+: Hawaii 7-nt beach vacation w/air from San Francisco Delta Vacations
$1035+: Oahu, Kauai & Maui 9-nt combo w/airfare BeachDestinations.com
$818+: Hawaii 5-nt beach getaway w/air from St. Paul Delta Vacations
$1429+: Oahu & Lanai: 6-nt combo w/all flights & hotels BeachDestinations.com
$775+: Oahu & Kauai: 6-nt trip w/airfare & hotels BeachDestinations.com
$821+: Kid-friendly Kauai resort w/tennis 4 nts & air Aston Aloha Beach Hotel
$769+: Hip Honolulu getaway on beach 4 nts w/air Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel
$668+: Hilo Seaside Hotel Expedia
$729+: 3-star Royal Kona Resort Expedia
$599+: Hawaii 7-night cruise on Norwegian Pride of America Norwegian
$699+: Balcony cabin 7-nt romantic Hawaii cruise w/credit CruisesOnly
$1144+: 14-nt Hawaii cruise to/from LA w/Mexico this Jan CruiseDealership.com
$1199+: Hawaiian 12-nt cruise from Vancouver Expedia
$849+: 10-nt Hawaii cruise to Vancouver w/Kona next Sept Royal Caribbean
$1199+: 14-day Hawaii cruise w/ stops in Mexico Expedia
Up to 20% off: Early bird cruises plus no booking fees Expedia
$1199+: Hawaiian 12-nt cruise from Vancouver Royal Caribbean