Attractions

Taro patch, Waimea Valley.

Visitors take in the scenery from the lookout.

The state motto was first spoken at Kawaiahao.

Mini waterfalls are found near the entrance.

Scenic view from Pali Lookout, Honolulu.

Hawk Fish.

More than a thousand men helped build the church.

Enchanting lily pond, Waimea Valley.

A dolphin encounter at Sea Life Park, Oahu.

The Aloha Tower Marketplace in Honolulu.

Kawaiahao Church was dedicated in 1842.

Solemn monuments line the path to the lookout.

Waimea Valley, North Shore, Oahu.

The 10-story Tower welcomes all to Hawaii.

Historic Kawaiahao Church, Honolulu, Oahu.

Overview of the cemetery, Honolulu, Oahu.

Sea turtle exhibit at Sea Life Park on Oahu.

The USS Battleship Missouri at Pearl Harbor.

Aloha Tower at Honolulu Harbor, Oahu.

The statue fronts the old Judiciary Building.

The lookout provides magnificent city views.

Feeding the penguins at the Penguin Habitat.

The statue honors Hawaii's greatest king.

The USS Arizona Memorial.

Monuments honor America's war veterans.

Wholphins at Sea Life Park, Oahu.

Foster Botanical Garden opened in 1931.

Kamehameha Statue, downtown Honolulu, Oahu.

The Bishop Museum in Honolulu.

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Oahu.

Spinner dolphins make a splash at Sea Life Park.

Nature's beauty...right in downtown Honolulu!

Thrill rides are part of the carnival action!

The garden is painted in dazzling shades of green.

Getting into the swing of things!

The garden has more than 10,000 plant species.

Ferris wheel at 50th State Fair, Oahu.

Foster Botanical Garden in full bloom.

The 'Mighty Mo' at Pearl Harbor, Honolulu.

Cuddly souvenirs at the Plantation gift shop.

Mission Houses Museum is in downtown Honolulu.

Sign at Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Oahu.

The Mission Houses recalls Hawaii of the 1800s.

The SuperFerry's spacious dining area.

The Pineapple Garden Maze covers more than 2 acres

Hawaii Maritime Center, Oahu.

These buildings served Oahu's first missionaries.

The Hawaii SuperFerry is targeting a 2007 launch.

Visitor Center entrance, Dole Plantation, Oahu.

A nostalgic look back at Boat Days.

Mission Houses Museum, Honolulu, Oahu.

Take a leisurely ride aboard the Sugar Cane Train.

Pineapple still rules at Dole Plantation on Oahu.

Haleakala National Park.

Canoe display inside Hawaii Maritime Center.

This humpback whale skeleton is a popular exhibit.

Once home to the Hawaiian monarchy.

The Hawaii Maritime Center in Honolulu, Oahu.

A curious ostrich says hello.

Historic Falls of Clyde at Honolulu Harbor, Oahu.

Local color is part of the show.

Hungry giraffes show their high standards.

Sign at park entrance, Honolulu, Oahu.

The Alii Kai at sunset off Waikiki

The reptile exhibit is a favorite zoo attraction.

Morning clouds kiss the Koolau Mountains.

A humuhumunukunukuapuaa, Waikiki Aquarium.

USS Missouri, permanently docked at Pearl Harbor.

Thar she blows!

Feathered friends at Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki, Oahu.

The Pali provides spectacular panoramic views.

A tribute to Reverend Hiram Bingham.

Big Island

A telescope atop Mauna Kea volcano.

The twin Keck Telescopes atop Mauna Kea volcano.

Parker Ranch cowboys (paniolo) with cattle.

The illuminarium.

The fiery fury of Madame Pele on the Big Island.

New UH Hilo classroom building.

Akaka Falls, north of Hilo on the Hamakua Coast.

Two rooms located in the main house are available.

Kilauea's path of destruction.

Hualalai golf course, Kohala Coast.

Big Island covers 4,028 square miles.

Lomilomi Suite.

Lava flowing into the ocean, Volcanoes Nat'l Prk.

Cowboy roping a calf at a rodeo.

Kalapana beach, before the eruption of Kilauea.

The Honeymoon Suite.

The observatory is the ultimate stargazing venue.

Parker Ranch covers 150,000 acres.

Pololu Valley Lookout.

Upscale "treehouse" lodging.

Mauna Kea Observatory at twilight.

Cowboy roping a calf at a rodeo.

Big Island, the youngest of the Hawaiian islands.

Riding upcountry with a guide.

The thrill of victory...or even just finishing!

View of Mauna Loa from Volcanoes National Park.

...embark on a full 26.2-mile marathon.

Triathletes bike 112 miles, and then...

Akaka Falls, north of Hilo on the Hamakua Coast.

Lava flow.

And they're off!

Aerial tour over the Big Island.

Mauna Kea observatories, 13,000 ft above sea level

Flying to the Big Island of Hawaii.

View of Mauna Loa from Volcanoes National Park.

Kailua-Kona

Mauna Kea observatories, 13,000 ft above sea level

Lava flowing into the ocean, Volcanoes Nat'l Prk.

Tikis at Place of Refuge, south Kona, Big Island.

The Hapuna Suite, Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel.

Watch a spectacular sunset at the summit.

Ride and enjoy spectacular views of the coastline.

Experience some real Hawaiian snow.

Culture

Artisans use woods, stones, shells, and feathers.

Aloha shirts come in many colors and designs.

The Tiki statue, a cultural staple in Polynesia.

Hawaiian quilts.

Young keiki (children) blow their conch shells.

Artisans turn natural materials into fine crafts.

The fire knife dance adds excitement to any show.

The 2004 World Fire Knife Dance champion.

Mele Kalikimaka. Merry Christmas!

Duke's, Kauai.

Downtown Honolulu dressed up in lights.

Fresh fish and wine at Keoki's Paradise.

Honolulu City Lights in full glory!

Heiau, ancient hawaiian temple.

Duke's, Kauai.

Magnificent Christmas tree, Honolulu Hale, Oahu.

Fresh shrimp at Keoki's Paradise.

Santa gives the Hawaiian shaka sign.

The Mauna Lani Resort includes two 18-hole courses

Duke's, Kauai.

Lifting a pig from an imu (roasting pit).

Aloha shirts come in many colors and designs.

Flowers and Plants

The placing of a lei signifies honor and respect.

The yellow hibiscus is Hawaii's state flower.

Lovely naupaka flower.

Orchids make some of the most beautiful Hawaiian l

Nothing says aloha like a Hawaiian flower lei.

Orchids.

Colorful Plumeria Blossoms

Bird of Paradise

White plumeria (Frangipani).

Bird of Paradise.

General

UH students study active volcanoes.

The iiwi is an endangered native Hawaiian bird.

Fireworks greet the runners at the starting line.

Saint Philomena Church was built by Father Damien.

A Monk seal enjoys the Hawaiian sun.

White-mouthed moray eel.

The Pisces V submersible, a research vessel at UH

Every day in Hawaii features a gorgeous sunset.

Sailing on the Big Island's Kona Coast.

Hawaiian Alarm Clock

Windsurfer making a 360 degree turn.

Fresh shrimp at Keoki's Paradise.

American flag flying over Waikiki, Oahu.

Young Cody Hanging Out in Hawaii

A fabulous spread of Island cuisine.

Statue of King Kamehameha

Scuba Diving In Hawaii

A transport boat takes visitors to the memorial.

ANELA KAI (Sea Angel), a spacious dive boat.

A view from inside the Arizona Memorial.

Manta ray.

The Arizona Memorial at Ford Island in Honolulu.

Molokai Mule Ride

Ahi poke is a favorite Hawaiian appetizer.

Humpback whale tail.

The Nene is Hawaii's State Bird

Saimin (oriental noodles) is favorite Island dish.

Green Sea Turtle.

Feather Cape

There are many quality products made in Hawaii.

Tropical cocktails, diverse and colorful.

Snorkeling.

The Grounds of Bishop Museum

The twin Keck Telescopes atop Mauna Kea volcano.

The iiwi was formerly prized for its red feathers.

Hawaii's Beaches

An overhead view of Hanauma Bay.

Pro Surfer Rochelle Ballard

Make a splash!

Strong currents and a dangerous reef.

Riding the waves off Point Panic, Honolulu, Oahu.

Sailing Canoe at Nawiliwili Harbor

Sun sets behind Lanai from Wailea Beach

Spinner Dolphins

Haena Beach, close to where the main road ends.

Always be aware of beach and surf conditions.

Kailua Beach, Windward Oahu.

Secret Beach, Kualoa Ranch on Oahu.

Ala Moana Beach Park in Honolulu, Oahu.

Sunny Poipu Beach Kauai

Hawaii’s outdoor adventures, virtually limitless.

Kahana Bay a pristine bay on Oahu's windward side

Hookipa Beach, a top windsurfing area in east Maui

Morning on Kailua Beach.

Kauai Sea Tours offer daily snorkel tours.

Kapalua Bay, northwest Maui, is a favorite resort

Catching a tube ride on Oahu's North Shore.

Some 3,000 people visit Hanauma Bay each day.

Hanauma Bay is a favorite Oahu attraction.

Tropical Sunset at Poipu Beach Park

Snorkelers and sunbathers enjoy some beach time.

The reef is home to a variety of reef fish.

Hawaiian History

Kamehameha Statue, downtown Honolulu, Oahu.

Petroglyph Artwork Carved in Lava

Kauai

Kauai Lagoons Golf Course on Kauai

Take a refreshing swim or simply relax.

Getting Muddy on Kauai

Haena Beach

Wailua Falls, just north of Lihue in east Kauai.

Wedge-tailed shearwater.

Nualolo Valley on the Na Pali Coast

Red-footed booby.

Waterfalls along the Na Pali Coast.

Kayaking Kauai's Na Pali Coastline

Laysan albatross.

Small beaches dot the rugged na Pali Coast.

The clamshell lens can shine 20 miles out to sea.

Soaring volcano cliffs and emerald valleys.

Waimea Canyon

Poipu is a world-class snorkeling spot.

Horseback riders explore Poipu coastline.

Walk over a waterfall on a suspension bridge.

Kayakers make a splash in Poipu!

Kalalau Valley Lookout

Visit sea caves!

Exploring the Napali Coast on Kauai.

Take your vacation to a whole new level.

Fun seekers enjoy bow riding to view the dolphins.

The Waiohai Beach Club offers spacious interiors.

In a magnificent forest of Norfolk Pine trees.

Exciting adventure rafts.

Scaling a 55-foot Rock Climbing Wall.

Enjoy a swim at the Waiohai Beach Club.

Lumahai Beach on Kauai's famous North Shore.

An extensive menu of eco-challenge tours.

Beautiful Poipu Beach, Kauai.

Lucky Lady, a 60-foot twin powered catamaran.

The Marriott's Waiohai Beach Club on Kauai.

Floating down the Waialua River

Courts are complimentary and open from 8am to 8pm.

Puakea Golf Course is located in Lihue.

Sunset in Niihau, Hawaii's Forbidden Island.

Play around deep ravines and streams at Puakea.

Lumahai Beach on Kauai's Famous North Shore

The perfect place to escape and relax.

Puakea Golf Course at the foot of Mount Haupu.

A two-bedroom condo.

Lanai

Alii Suite, Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Ba

Puu Pehe (Sweetheart Rock) on the island of Lanai.

Hulopoe Beach, on the southeast shore of Lanai.

Puupehe Cove, south shore of Lanai.

Lanai Petroglyph

In French it's "ananas"

Polihua Beach, northwest, Molokai in backgroud.

Saddle up on the island of Lanai!

Kaunolu Bay on the southwest tip of Lanai.

Alii Suite bedroom, Four Seasons Resort Lanai at M

Maui

Time Lapsed image of Front street Lahaina

Making a splash at the Maui Ocean Club.

Riding along on Haleakala

A refreshing dip at the Maui Ocean Club on Maui.

The Maui Ocean Club offers 'suite' condo living.

Using pedal power at Haleakala on Maui

Hiking Haleakala.

Waterfall on the Hana Coast, western Maui.

Keanae taro fields, near Hana, Maui.

Bob Abraham; Courtesy HVCB

The Plantation Course at Kapalua, northwest Maui.

Wailea Blue Course.

The pools of Oheo, beyond Hana, eastern coast.

The Plantation Course at Kapalua, northwest Maui.

Sunset at Kapalua.

Kapalua Resort is a glittering Maui playground.

Molokini is a premier snorkeling spot in Hawaii.

Haleakala.

Award-winning hotels and white sand beaches.

The Kapalua Wine and Food Festival, Maui.

Whale season from late December through April.

Sunset at Kapalua.

The Skins Game.

Molokini, Maui’s legendary marine preserve.

Wailea Emerald Course.

Charles Lindbergh's gravesite, Kipahulu, Maui.

The Four Winds II is equipped with a waterslide.

Queen Kaahumanu Shopping Center

The Plantation Course at Kapalua, northwest Maui.

Four Winds II.

Wailea Resort offers three 18-hole courses.

Molokini, Maui’s legendary marine preserve.

Children enjoy the glass bottom viewing room.

A beautiful Maui sunset in Kapalua.

View on the Road to Hana

White coral sand bathed by emerald green water.

The cast of Ulalena, Lahaina, Maui.

Aerial view of Kaanapali Beach.

Haleakala

Maui Parasailing

Molokai

Halawa Valley: on the eastern tip of Molokai.

Saint Philomena Church.

Mule riders on trail to Kalaupapa.

View down to Kalaupapa, on the north coast.

Kalaupapa lies on the Makanalua peninsula.

Kalaupapa lies on the Makanalua peninsula.

Halawa Valley: on the eastern tip of Molokai.

The highest sea cliffs in the world.

Molokai camp fire

View down to Kalaupapa, on the north coast.

Most Popular

Kailua, Oahu.

The larger island is very popular with boaters.

Oahu

Visitors prowl the streets of Waikiki.

Iolani Barracks.

Playing polo at Mokuleia, North Shore, Oahu.

Lei makers at Cindy's Lei & Flower Shoppe.

Mokolua Islands near Lanikai Beach on Oahu.

Honolulu's Aloha Stadium hosts the NFL Pro Bowl.

Statue of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, Chinatown Honolulu.

A postcard-perfect beach.

In 2002, the race was completed by 26,477 runners.

Kaneohe Bay.

Waikiki Beach fronts a number of fabulous hotels.

Shopping, food and fun at Victoria Ward Centers

Waikiki Aquarium.

College football action at Aloha Stadium, Oahu.

Kailua Beach Park.

Cheerleaders root for the home team!

A Rainbow Classic game tips off, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Haleiwa bridge crossing Anahulu Stream, Oahu.

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on Oahu.

The business district in downtown Honolulu.

Sunset from Queen\'s Beach in Waikiki, Oahu.

You are now entering Haleiwa Town!

Leeward Oahu sunset.

Adventures on horseback, island of Oahu.

Haleiwa Beach Park, Oahu.

A popular souvenir at the Aloha Stadium swap meet.

Picturesque Ko Olina in Leeward Oahu.

Haleiwa surf shop on Oahu's North Shore.

Haleiwa surf shop on Oahu's North Shore.

TheBus is Oahu's award-winning transit system

Leeward Oahu offers beautiful white sand beaches.

Taro plants at Foster Botanical Garden, Honolulu.

Edge of the Reef, a display at the aquarium.

Halona Beach Cove

Off Waikiki Beach.

View of Honolulu from Tantalus.

An assortment of colorful leis.

A visitor examines the merchandise.

Waikiki trolley.

The Koolau Ridge mountain range.

Diamond Head Lighthouse.

Shell and kukui nut leis at the swap meet.

Beautiful but treacherous ponds at Luana Hills.

A preeminent windsurfing destination.

Hikers walk up the Diamond Head trail.

Ukuleles are among the unique swap meet items.

Luana Hills Country Club is a top Oahu course.

State seal at Iolani Palace.

Waikiki's stairway to heaven.

Bedroom at the Ko Olina Beach Club.

Bargain hunters at the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet.

Visitors can kayak to the nearby twin islands.

Aerial of Pearl Harbor, West Oahu.

Chinatown Honolulu street scene.

Diamond Head's summit provides stunning views.

The Ko Olina Beach Club has beautiful interiors.

Maunakea marketplace sign in Chinatown.

View from the top of Diamond Head Crater, Oahu.

Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club in West Oahu.

Aerial of Pearl Harbor, West Oahu.

Asian artworks at Chien Lung Arts and Curios.

Waimea Canyon

Waimea Canyon Kauai

Waterfalls

Wailua Falls featured in many Hollywood Features

Manawaiopuna Falls featured in Jurassic Park

Waterfall at Na Aina Kai Botanical Garden

Opaekaa Falls

Waimea Falls.