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Hawaii Attractions

Home to one of the world's most active volcanoes and the world's tallest sea mountain, birthplace of surfing and the hula, former seat of a royal kingdom, Hawaii is one of the youngest geological formations in the world. But perhaps Hawaii's most unique feature is its Aloha Spirit: the warmth of the people of Hawaii that wonderfully complements the Islands' perfect temperatures. Outdoor adventures and romantic escapades flourish in this land graced with dramatic, natural beauty. You will find a multitude of activities available to fulfill your every need, so wait no more and visit Hawaii!


Big Island | Kauai | Maui | Molokai | Oahu
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Big Island


http://www.leigreeting.com - Lei Greetings - Start your Big Island vacation off with Aloha!  Arrange a traditional flower lei greeting for your arrival at the Kona airport.  Your friendly island greeter will welcome you with a warm "aloha" and offer you assistance to baggage claim or directions to your connecting inter-island flight.  The perfect beginning to your Hawaiian vacation is just a click away.

Hilo Tropical Gardens - Nestled on land owned by the estate of one of Hawaii's last princesses, Hilo Tropical Gardens, established in 1948, is one of Hawaii Island's oldest visitor gardens.

The Panaewa Rainforest Zoo - The Panaewa Zoo is located in Hilo, on the Island of Hawaii. The zoo is the only Zoo in the United States situated in a tropical rain forest.

http://www.cyclekona.com/ - A variety of half and full day tours for all abilities and interests, so bring your spirit of adventure and experience a great bike tour in Hawaii!

arrowHawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - The Garden is located on the Big Island of Hawaii. In this garden valley, nature trails meander through a true tropical rainforest, crossing bubbling streams, passing several beautiful waterfalls and the exciting ocean vistas along the rugged Pacific coast.

arrowPacific Tsunami Museum - The museum features a series of in-house permanent exhibits that interpret the tsunami p

arrowNani Mau Gardens - Nani Mau Gardens, located in Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii, has evolved into a treasure of the Islands with 20 acres of many-splendored tropical flowers and trees, pools and waterfalls and sun dappled paths. Here are orchids and anthuriums and native Hawaiian plants.

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Kauai


http://www.leigreeting.com - - Start your Kauai vacation off with Aloha!  Arrange a traditional flower lei greeting for your arrival at the Lihue airport.  Your friendly island greeter will welcome you with a warm "aloha" and offer you assistance to baggage claim or directions to your connecting inter-island flight.  The perfect beginning to your Hawaiian vacation is just a click away.

Kauai Sea Tours - Aloha! Kauai Sea Tours invites you on the Hawaiian adventure of a lifetime - a boating tour along the spectacular Na Pali coast of Kauai.

Koke'e Natural History Museum - Koke'e Museum provides interpretive programs and exhibitions about Kaua'i' s ecology, geology and climatology.  Kokee's Museum also provides basic information on trail conditions in Waimea Canyon and Koke'e State Parks.

arrowParadise Outdoor Adventures - You now have an opportunity to kayak to the interior of this wonderful Island. The tour will excite your senses as they have never been excited before. You are now able to tour these beautiful, tropical places in a variety of boats. Our tours will show you the wonders of the rain forest, and help you to understand why the delicate eco-systems of our world must be preserved.

arrowNational Tropical Botanical Gardens - The National Tropical Botanical Garden is dedicated to the conservation of tropical plant diversity, particularly rare and endangered species.

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Maui


http://www.leigreeting.com - - Start your Maui vacation off with Aloha!  Arrange a traditional flower lei greeting for your arrival at the Kahului airport.  Your friendly island greeter will welcome you with a warm "aloha" and offer you assistance to baggage claim or directions to your connecting inter-island flight.  The perfect beginning to your Hawaiian vacation is just a click away.

Maui Myth & Magic Theatre - Maui Myth & Magic Theatre Presents 'Ulalena, a theatrical experience as impressive as the story. This is not just a theatre. It is a multi-million dollar, state-of-the-art venue built for this presentation. It employs the talents of some of Hawaii's most distinguished musicians and performers, combining live traditional Hawaiian music with 8-channel surround sound.

Maui Cave Adventures - Hike with experienced guides deep into the subterranean passages of one of the world's largest lava tubes. Witness this ancient cavern system that was created from hot molten lava flowing 30,000 years ago!

Old Lahaina Luau - Since 1987, the Old Lahaina Luau has been acclaimed for presenting Maui's most authentic and entertaining Hawaiian luau. Guests are treated to a truly memorable evening of traditional Hawaiian cuisine, music, cultural dances and island crafts.

arrowMaui Arts & Cultural Center - Overlooking Kahului Harbor, at the foot of dramatic Iao Valley, the Maui Arts & Cultural Center is Hawai?i's finest and most comprehensive visual and performing arts complex. The center offers a variety of cultural activities, concerts, shows, and more.

arrowThe Sugar Cane Train - The Sugar Cane Train takes visitors on a ride between historic Lahaina town and the resorts of Kaanapali. Relax in an open-air coach whose nostalgic charm recalls the days of old Hawaii.

arrowWarren & Annabelle's Magic - 'If you only see one show on Maui, this is it!' says Maui Revealed Guidebook. Warren Gibson, highly acclaimed showman and one of the country's premier sleight-of-hand magicians, treats you to his incredible style of close-up magic, sense of humor and southern hospitality in this beautiful $1.2 million venue.

arrowMaui Ocean Center - The Maui Ocean Center is a state-of-the-art aquarium that brings this intriguing underwater world within easy reach of Maui's visitors and residents. Visitors to the Maui Ocean Center enjoy a combination of indoor and outdoor displays with emphasis on exploring and discovering the ocean and its complexity.

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Molokai


Molokai Ranch - Headquartered in the historic plantation town of Maunaloa with over 54,000 sprawling acres, or almost 1/3 of the island of Molokai, Molokai Ranch has been part of island life for more than a century. Molokai Ranch & Lodge is dedicated to preserving Molokai's natural environment and cultural history while providing quality lodging and recreational activities.

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Oahu


http://www.leigreeting.com/ - - Start your Oahu vacation off with Aloha!  Arrange a traditional flower lei greeting for your arrival at the Honolulu airport.  Your friendly island greeter will welcome you with a warm "aloha" and offer you assistance to baggage claim or directions to your connecting inter-island flight.  The perfect beginning to your Hawaiian vacation is just a click away.

The Contemporary Museum - Here you'll find galleries exhibiting the work of leading contemporary artists, an eclectic gift shop, and a cafe that's one of the best-kept secrets in town, all on a peaceful 3-1/2 acre garden setting in Makiki Heights, Honolulu.

Chinatown Hawaii - Chinatown is Hawaii's most exciting and mysterious neighborhood. The historic district is located in downtown Honolulu, and has long been a popular gathering place for kamaaina and visitors. As a gateway to Hawaii for many immigrants, Chinatown is a colorful and eclectic blend of Southeast Asian cultures.

Senator Fong's Plantation & Gardens - Senator Fong's Plantation & Gardens in Oahu, Hawaii, is a 725 acre Garden owned by former US Senator Hiram Fong, offering narrated tram tours through five scenic valleys and plateaus with palms, fruit and nut trees, ferns, and fragrant flowers.

Japanese Cultural Center Of Hawaii - The mission of the Japanese Cultural Center is to preserve and promote the Japanese culture in Hawaii to present and future generations and create a unified bridge of understanding and respect among cultures. The Center offers a variety of interesting programs, classes, workshops, and festivals.

Uss Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park - Dive in and submerge yourself in the intriguing history of USS Bowfin (SS-287), one of only 15 U.S. WWII submarines still in existence today. Find out why she is nicknamed the 'Pearl Harbor Avenger,' and learn more about the exciting adventures of her crew.

Honolulu Zoo - Over 750,000 people visit the Honolulu Zoo annually. It is the largest zoo within a radius of 2,300 miles and unique in that it is the only zoo in the United States originating from a King's grant of royal lands to the people.

Hawaii Maritime Center - Enjoy the excitement of the Honolulu waterfront and harbor at Pier 7. You'll get a close-up view of Aloha Tower plus a chance to experience Hawaii's largest maritime attraction. Visitors can enjoy the King Kalakaua boathouse museum, see the Famous Hokule`a, a famous Polynesian sailing canoe and other exciting exhibits.

Fostern Botanical Garden - Foster Botanical Garden is home to a collection of rare and beautiful plants from the tropical regions of the world. Some are rare or endangered in their native habitat.

Waikiki Aquarium - The Waikiki Aquarium, founded in 1904, is the third oldest public aquarium in the United States. Over 2,300 organisms in exhibits represent more than 326 species of aquatic animals and plants.

arrowBishop Museum - Hawaii's best displays on Hawaiian history and natural history, and the world?s finest collection of arts of the Pacific.

arrowDole Plantation - Dole Plantation is the home of the Pineapple Garden Maze, the World?s Largest Maze according to The Guinness Book of World Records 1998. Learn everything you wanted to know about pineapple as you see displays about the history of the pineapple, Jim Dole?s contributions to the pineapple industry and video presentation of pineapple processing.

arrowPolynesian Cultural Center - Visit Hawaii's favorite visitor attraction. Visitors can enjoy 7 Pacific island villages on 42 tropical acres, Hawaii's most authentic luau, Horizons,"" the island's largest evening show, Hawaii's only canoe pageant ,A Polynesian art and handicrafts marketplace, and an IMAX theater.

arrowSea Life Park - Located just 15 miles from Waikiki on Oahu's beautiful and scenic Makapuu Point, Sea Life Park is a world-class marine attraction perched between the majestic Koolau Mountain Range and breathtaking Makapuu Beach. See dolphins dance, sea lions sing, and penguins perform in this magical place by the sea.

arrowHonolulu Academy Of Arts - Developed from founder Anna Rice Cooke's initial gift of approximately 4,500 works of art, the Academy's collection now totals over 34,000 pieces and is internationally recognized for its quality and diversity. The Academy is Hawaii's only general art museum, and its holdings, almost equally divided between Western and Asian art, are encyclopedic in nature and scope.

arrowUss Missouri Memorial - The Battleship Missouri Memorial provides an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in military and Pacific history. The ship will come alive through state-of-the art displays and face to face encounters with former crew members.

arrowHawaii Opera Theatre - Hawaii Opera Theatre produces grand operas which feature international conductors, directors, and singers.

arrowHawaii Theatre - Proclaimed as the 'Pride of the Pacific,' the beautiful Hawaii Theatre opened its doors in 1922 in downtown Honolulu. Built by Consolidated Amusement Company as a showplace for vaudeville, plays, musicals and silent films. In May 1996, the Theatre reopened it doors as a multi-purpose state-of-the art performance center.

arrowThe Hawaiian Railway - Train rides down Hawaii's historical railroad tracks are available year round.

arrowParadise Cove - Step back in time and into history at a genuine Hawaiian luau. Paradise Cove is the home to 12 lush beachfront acres, which becomes the perfect setting for the best luau in Hawaii.

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