The islands
of Hawaii are a dream destination for many travelers, and a cruise that
incorporates all four of the state’s beautiful islands could be just the ticket
for your vacation plans. Each island has its own beauty and charm and is not
the same as the others. From “Big Island” to Maui, to Oahu, to Kauai, there is
something different and special about each local flavor. The best way to get a
real taste of Hawaii, is to try the sample platter. Below, here is a little bit
of what each individual island has to offer.
Kauai is
the smallest and furthest from the “Big Island,” but do not count it out in
terms of local culture. Nicknamed the “Garden Island” for its rich wildlife and
beautiful scenery, the island of Kauai is home to all kinds of different
nature-based activities.
You can go kayaking, biking, tubing, whale watching,
off road sightseeing, picnicking, snorkeling, on eco tours, dinner cruises, or
see a little bit of everything from an airplane tour. The best that Hawaii’s
nature ha to offer is on the beautiful island of Kauai, and it is often used in
Hollywood films for its representation of the natural wildlife of Hawaii, from
garden to beach to Waimea Canyon, which you can traverse on a day long tour
while visiting the island.
Working
your way back toward “Big Island,” your cruise boat will stop next at Oahu, the
next largest island in the Hawaiian quartet. Home to the famous Waikiki beach
resort, Oahu is known as the gathering place, and has been the dominant island
in the chain since Honolulu was declared the capital some two hundred years
ago. You can find most of the comforts of home on this developed island, but
you can also go snorkeling or skydiving along the beautiful coast of the
island. You can make a stop at Pearl Harbor for a bit of historical learning,
and then go across the island to check out the Polynesian Cultural Center and
fin out more about the rich cultural history of the island’s natives.
Like the
rest of Hawaii’s islands, Maui has a host of outdoor activities, from kayaking,
to biking, to ATV tours and more. Learn to parasail or surf off the coast or
attend an evening luau. Some of the finest beaches and golf courses in the
world are located on this island, and the summit of the Haleakala volcano is
truly a sight to behold.
Moving on
to our final island, your cruise will pull up to “Big Island,” which is also
called Hawaii. It is actually larger than the rest of the three islands
combined, and so there is a lot more to see and do. While Hawaii boasts much of
the same activities as the other islands, including eco tours, island day
trips, and surfing, there are things that you can only do on the island of
Hawaii, such as touring the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Whatever you decide
to do, there is plenty of natural beauty around and lots of outdoor activities
to keep everyone engaged and entertained.
