Big Island, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lahai or Maui are all part of the perfect vacation in Hawaii. If you have the time and want to see the entire state you will be awed by the beauty each island offers.

Your vacation in Hawaii can be even more spectacular if you visit Waimea Canyon on the west side of the island. This 3,000 ft. deep canyon offers beautiful views of crested buttes, rugged craigs, and deep valley gorges. The opportunity for sensational photos is endless at the canyon.

If you visit the North Shore of Kauai you can walk amongst the beautiful green cliffs and see the cascading waterfalls plummeting into deep narrow valleys far below. Standing on the cliffs, looking over the big Pacific Ocean will give you a sense of just how beautiful the island is and how small in comparison to the ocean.

Now go visit the island of Oahu that was once the home of King Kamehameha. Waikiki offers you the wonderful opportunity for great surfing on Waikiki Beach. You can take lessons here if you are just beginning the art of surfing or enjoy yourself with the big waves if you are an experienced surfer.

While you are at Waikiki Beach you may want to go to the Waikiki Aquarium and see the 3rd oldest aquarium in the U.S. Here there are over 500 marine species and more than 3,000 marine specimens for you to enjoy. They even have two endangered Hawaii Monk Seals for you to learn about while at the aquarium.

Of course you will visit Honolulu while you are on Oahu. This beautiful capital city is the epicenter of Hawaii with everything from the historic buildings to treasured monuments along with the opportunity to do some shopping and see the wide array of arts and culture.

Travel back in time with a visit to Iolani Palace where lavish parties and diplomatic affairs of the kingdom where held by King Kalakaua and his successor, Queen Liliuokalani. See the bedroom where the Queen was held captive after the overthrow of the monarchy.

Visit the Windward Coast and see the Koolau Mountains and the breathtaking views offered from here. Stop in at Sea Life Park and visit the dolphins and penguins that are housed here.

Take a trip to Central Oahu and see the beautiful plantation areas. Visit Historic Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona with the memorial to those that died protecting our country from the Japanese invasion of WWII.

When you visit Molokai be sure to spend a little time at the main harbor, Kaunakakai, where the tallest point on the island is located. This is the steeple of a chruch since no buildings are taller than a coconut tree!

Lanai isn’t your typical hustle and bustle island; it’s a small town environment with relaxing opportunities of snorkeling, swimming or whale and dolphin watching. A nice break from the hurrying around you will do on the other islands.

Maui has not only beaches but mountain crests to see too. There is Haleakala where you can stand and almost see the “end of the earth.” Take a drive on the crooked road to Hana and visit the Seven Sacred Pools.

The Big Island is still getting bigger with the activity of the Kilauea volcano. There are 11 different climate zones on the Big Island which generate everything from Rain Forests to deserts, black sand beaches and snow capped mountains. You will truly enjoy your time on the Big Island on your Hawaii vacation.

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