RSSHawaiian Island Vacation
Mar 20
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Hawaii offers one of a kind get away that can’t be experienced anywhere else in the country. Only in Hawaii can you start the day on the beach, then travel across a lava field to a tropical rain forest. It gives your family the standard fun in the sun vacation plus so much more.
The flight is much longer than the typical vacation flight. Depending on your home town’s location, it can take as long as a full day. Once you get there, the fun can begin. There are so many choices of hotels and resorts that you are sure to find a sunny spot that your family will enjoy. However, regardless of your hotel, it is suggested you pick up a rental car so you can get the most of your stay.
There are several islands to visit if you choose Hawaii for your vacation, such as: Maui, Kaho’olawe, Lana’I, Moloka’l, O’ahu, Kaua’I, and Ni’ihau. Each island offers a unique culture and different history. At first glance you will only notice the different landscape. You might want to pay close attention if you want to soak up the history and roots of each of the different islands.
Each of the islands of has a number of its own hidden treasures. Kauai’s Napali Coast is one of the world’s most pristine hiking trails. Molokai’s Kaupoa Beach is a calm peaceful ocean-side getaway. Maui’s Haleakala National Park offers hillside views make you feel like you are all alone at the center of the world.
With more than 55 state parks, 2 national parks, and a sorted number of historical parks, it always offers something new to see or visit. If a traveler wants to see a volcano without the risk, they can visit Haleakala.
The Hawaiian culture grew out of the native Polynesian’s who inhabited the islands around 800 AD. The culture of these native people can still be seen in the local languages and is preserved in the names of locations and businesses. However, much of the culture has been lost of the years as it was melded with immigrants from Europe and Asia. Today the population of Hawaii is as diverse as much of America, with a majority of citizens being of Filipino or Japanese descent. Regardless of the country of origin, most Hawaiians are American’s first, Hawaiian’s second, & then they reference their ancestral nationality.
There are a few customs that mainlander’s should be aware of before visiting Hawaii. First and foremost, Hawaii is a US state. That said, you should never ask a Hawaiian if they take US currency or have been to the United States. Much like other states, people who are “From Hawaii” live in American houses and wear American clothes, very few people in Hawaii have every worn a grass skirt or lived in a hut. If you come to Hawaii expecting to see third world island homes, be expected to be called a Haole or foreigner.
If you are fortunate enough to visit Hawaii you’re sure to see sights not available in any other US state. The culture, natural beauty, and historical sites make it worth the journey. Whether you enjoy the beach, the ocean, hikes, or culture you’ll find something you love in Hawaii.
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