Hawaii (The “Big Island”)

The Island of Hawaii often called "the Big Island", is the largest island in the chain. Since the entire chain is also named Hawaii the term "Big Island" also specifies that someone is referring to the particular island instead of the entire. Unique features of interest to tourism include: active volcanoes on its southeastern coast, two of the world's largest mountains Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa), and the resort area of Kona.

O‘ahu

O‘ahu is the most developed and highly populated island. It is home to the city of Honolulu where some eighty percent of the state's residents live. It is the commercial centre of the state as well as the seat of state government. >Waik®©k®© is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in Hawaii. The North Shore of O‘ahu is popular with surfers and hosts world championship competitions. The atmosphere fits with surfing culture; laid back and reminiscent of the 1960s. It's an easy drive from Honolulu and worth a visit. The Polynesian Cultural Center is the island's oldest and most visited attraction. The USS Arizona Memorial is also very popular visitor destination for the island of O‘ahu.

Maui

Maui is the second largest island and also attracts many visitors each year. It is often called "the Valley Isle" because of the narrow plain between the huge 10 thousand foot highHaleakal®° and the West Maui mountains. Famous resort areas on Maui includeL®°hain®°, K®°‘anapali, K®©hei, andWailea. Also of note is the tiny village ofH®°na on the far eastern coast known for is remoteness for the rest of the island being access via a single narrow and windy roadway.

kauaui

kauaui is the smallest of the four listed here and may also be the least developed. Known as the "Garden Isle," kauaui includes such scenic spots as the Wailua River with its double waterfall, the deep and colourfulWaimea Canyon, and the remote and jagged N®° Pali Coast. Wai‘ale‘ale, located near the very centre of kauaui, claims to be the rainiest location in the world.

Lanai

There are three hotels on Lanai:

• Hotel Lanai - the oldest hotel on Lanai. Contains 10 rooms and one cottage.
• The Lodge at Kaele - Known as a highland resort hotel. The hotel is erected on the hilltop, at the centre of Lanai. Lodge at Kaele is like a villa of Europe, with a pastoral mood. The temperature here is less than usual for Hawaii, so it is a very good chice for a summer resort. Elected as one of the best hotels in the world.
• The Four Seasons Resort at Manale Bay - twin hotel of The Lodge at Kaele. Known as a beach resort hotel. This hotel is erected in the south of Lanai, besides the Hulopo‘e Beach. The hotel takes in Mediterranean Style, and the resort is very elegant. Visitors can hear the sound of rippling waves and smell the sea. Like The Lodge at Kaele, The Four Seasons Resort at Manale Bay is also elected as one of best hotels in the world.

Golf Courses

The Cavendish Golf Course - A free 9 hole golf course in the pines that requests a donation for its upkeeping. Bring your own clubs!

The Experience at Kaele - A golf course made with The Lodge at Kaele. Placed besides the hotel, the course is designed by golf legend Greg Norman. It makes the most of the abundant nature on Lanai. Therefore, there are lots of up and downs, and it is a difficult course. However, even beginners can enjoy many natural features while playing; such as lakes, waterfalls, and streams.

The Challenge at Manale - A golf course made with The Manale Bay Hotel and placed besides the hotel. The course is designed by golf legend Jack Nicklaus. Since the course sits beside the beach, players can see the wondeful, clear blue sea of Lanai from all 18 holes. However, the course is very challenging.