Top 5
Captains Top 5 Tips
1) Try surfing on the fabulous beach of the North Shore on the island of Oahu.
2) Visit the fascinating old whaling village of Lahaina on the island of Maui.
3) Tourists can choose pearls from their own selected oysters from the scores of stalls in Waikiki.
4) Take a sunset catamaran tour and watch the sun go down whilst sipping a mai tai.
5) Take a helicopter ride around over the islands and get glorious views of the Volcano craters.
Top 5 - USA Hawaii
Hang out in Hawaii
Aloha! Hawaii is a tropical paradise made up of eight islands all with their own unique rugged beauty created from millions of years of volcanic activity. There are endless attractions and a laid back, friendly atmosphere.
Hawaii is a fantastic destination for those who want to discover the special Polynesian culture with the familiarity that goes with being part of the USA. World-class resorts, endless white palm fringed beaches, a very friendly welcome, fantastic food and a great year round climate will make a truly memorable holiday.
We can tailor-make your dream holiday and recommend the best places to stay whether this is an add-on to a holiday in mainland USA, or taking in the complete Hawaiian experience through island hopping or taking a cruise.
Top 5 places to Visit
Honolulu
A trip around the island is a must and with easy driving roads, hiring a car is the best option. There is plenty to see from the Arizona Memorial to Pearl Harbour and the incredible craters of Diamond Head to waterfalls and the fabulous beaches of the North shore where the waves will appeal to swimmers and surfers alike.
The largest island is Hawaii, but most people will begin their holiday on Oahu, home to the state capital Honolulu and the world famous Waikiki Beach. Waikiki is a holiday destination in its own right with its long beach of white sand, the bluest of seas and plenty of restaurants, bars and designer shops.
Nature's handiwork is perhaps the most impressive on this island. Huge volcanic mountains rise straight out of the stunning blue sea cloaked in lush green jungle and a wilderness of deserted beaches and jungle awaits. Even though this island is fairly untouched there are still a number of stunning resorts to stay in and plenty of activities to keep you amused including mountain trekking, golf, kayaking and scuba diving.
Maui is a honeymooner's paradise and is deemed one of the most romantic of all the Hawaiian Islands. Its lush tropical landscape, beautiful sunsets, resort hotels and one of Hawaii's best beaches, Ka'anapali make it ideal for couples.
Known also as the 'Big Island' because it's the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, it is in fact a very active volcano and the smouldering crater of Kilauea in the Volcanoes National Park shouldn’t be missed. The volcano has been erupting consistently for over ten years and a trip to the craters edge at Mauna Loa is a must. There are many great natural wonders to see, including the chance to see snow on the peak of Mauna Kea.
Events 2008 - 2009
09 Dec Honolulu Marathon, Honolulu
01 Dec-15 May The Great Maui Whale Festival
31 Dec New Year's Eve Fireworks Celebration, Oahu
01 Feb-30 Mar Cherry Blossom Festival, Honolulu
10-19 Feb CA taste of Paradise, Hawaii style, Hawaii and Maui
08 Mar Kona Brewers Festival, Hawaii
19-20 Jul Big Island Hawaiian Music Festival, Hawaii
01-30 Jun Haight Ashury Street Fair, San Francisco
