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TRAVEL GUIDE: HAWAII


Aloha! From the moment you arrive by air or by sea and receive a lei about your neck, the island state of Hawaii will not cease to charm you. With its tropical climate, beautiful beaches, towering volcanoes, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, luaus and Kona coffee, Hawaii has more than enough to woo visitors. Find in our Hawaii Travel Guide everything you need to know to make your trip a success, from where to eat and stay to what to see and do. Check out our reviews of the best restaurants, hotels and resorts, as well as travel specials and value guides to keep your vacation within budget.

THE GARDEN ISLE
Kauai Travel Guide

Discover the best attractions, hotels and restaurants of Kauai, dubbed "The Garden Isle" for its exuberant collection of flora.
The exuberant vegetation of the botanical garden in Kauai, Hawaii

Nuuanu Pali Lookout on Oahu

EXPLORING HAWAII'S PAST
Historic Hawaii
Our itinerary will take you to Nuuanu Pali Lookout where King Kamehameha's forces pushed the defenders of Oahu off cliffs in the battle for unification of the Islands.


THE BEST OF THE ISLANDS
2011 Hawaii Newsletter
Plan your Hawaii dream vacation with our 2011 Hawaii Newsletter, which features great travel ideas, hot hotels, top places to eat and much more!
Plan your Hawaii dream vacation with our 2011 Hawaii Newsletter

We've compiled a list of the best places for poke on the Hawaiian islands PERFECT "POH-KAY"
Top 10 Poke Restaurants

When in Hawaii, do as the locals do and indulge in this unique dish: cubes of raw fish tossed with salt, seaweed, onion, soy sauce and sesame oil.

TRAVEL NEWS
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa Set to Open at the End of August
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is taking advantage of a prime piece of real estate on Oahu with the opening of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa.
The exterior of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Kapolei, Hawaii on the island of Oahu

Cool off with a favorite local treat: shaved ice DID YOU SHAVE TODAY?
Top 10 Shaved Ice in Hawaii

Cool off with a favorite local treat: shaved ice. These specially made snow cones feature homemade tropical fruit syrups and toppings like mochi and azuki beans.

EXPLORE HAWAII
American Safari Cruises

Having developed close relationships with local Hawaiian families, American Safari Cruises presents a collection of authentic sailing experiences from November 2011 through May 2012.

American Safari Cruises guests viewing Humpback whales off the bow


Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa HAWAII HOTEL SPECIALS
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
A mega-resort filled with fun and sun for everyone.
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa

A large Waikiki resort with a full-service spa.

(Updated: 01/05/12 HC)


TOP ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS

When you're in love, there's a desire to share it with the world, and it's a big world out there. From Aspen, Colorado to Venice, Italy, here are some of the most romantic destinations on the planet where you can create enough memories to last a lifetime.

BUSINESS IN SAN DIEGO

Beautiful San Diego, with its famous beaches, is enjoying a booming economy and thriving tourism industry. Find out everything you need to know about where to stay, where to eat, what to do and how to get around in this sunny seaside city.