Maui is the second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago but much less populous than its neighbours. Once the thriving home and port for whaling and sugar mill industries, it had attracted settlers from various part of the world- especially from Asia and South America, which has led to a cultural melting pot. From a bustling port and plantation island, Maui now boasts a varied landscape from farmlands, eroded volcanic craters, lush vegetation and still remains the winter home for humpback whales. (more…)

Formed as part of dual adjacent volcanoes that are not longer active, Moloka’i was once attached to the second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, Maui. The other appendages to Maui were Moloka’i’s so-called twin island, Lanai and Kaho’olawe. The peak of eastern Moloka’i is covered with thick rainforest and the northern shore is bordered by the highest and steepest sea cliffs in the world, and paving way for expansive green valleys. Once bare of inhabitants, it was only with the popularity of beach tourists, settlers soon made home in this idyllic island. Still continuing to be less populated than the other tourist magnet islands, accommodations in Moloka’i are usually located in the west end of the island. (more…)

Surfing is a centuries-old practice that is highly honored in the Hawaiian culture. While the origins of this exhilarating wave sliding, or he’e nalu, remain unclear, its huge popularity is clearly evident by the thousands of surfers heading to the exotic islands to conquer some towering waves. What is now freely enjoyed by all competent surfers, once used to be strictly confined to the chiefs’ enjoyment and their own surf breaks, that was out of bounds to the commoners. While the sport was greatly discouraged by the missionaries in the 19h century and went through a period of decline, it was revived when Waikiki came to international attention in the early 20th century. This was also thanks to the father of modern surfing, Duke Kahanamoku’s worldwide demonstrations, and now the holy grail for surfing are the Hawaii Islands. (more…)

The most isolated group of islands of Hawaii, formed by undersea volcanic eruptions, are located at 3860 km off the west coast of mainland North America. Hawaii consists of eight main islands made up of more than 6000 sq miles of land mass. Among the archipelago’s multitude of islands and atoll, tourists heading to the Hawaiian Islands have six major islands to choose from, for an incredible time of surf, sand and sea. These islands include Molokai, Lanai, Hawaii Island, Oahu, Kauai and Maui. Each island has its distinctive specialty and conveys the splendor of Hawaii Islands in its own unique way. (more…)

With idyllic beaches and authentically Hawaiian stores, Hana is one of
Hawaii’s most stunning areas. Situated in Maui county, it is a small town
with a population of under 2000. It is due to the small population of the
town that this tropical paradise remains largely untouched by the usual
traps of tourism. As a result, it is one of the most relaxing places you can
choose to go on holiday. (more…)

The other twin of the dual islands- Moloka’i and Lana’i – the latter was formed as part of two adjacent volcanoes that are now extinct. One of the smallest inhabited islands in the Hawaiian archipelago, and possibly the most secluded, Lana’i’s spectacular beauty lies not only in the abundance of nature but also its freedom from human clamor and the peaceful intimacy. Unlike its bigger and busier island cousins, Lana’i offers two distinct worlds of luxurious resort vacations and rugged trails for the adventure-seeking traveler. Once home to the largest pineapple plantation in the world, it is now converted to a resort island, allowing better access to the island’s numerous beaches, cliffs and ancient ruins. (more…)