Hawaiʻi

It's easy to see why Hawaii has become synonymous with paradise. Just look at these sugary beaches, Technicolor coral reefs and volcanoes beckoning adventurous spirits.

Aerial of the John A. Burns Freeway (H-3 Interstate highway) near Kaneohe.

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ʻIao Valley State Monument
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Limahuli Garden
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Spitting Cave
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Makaha Beach Park
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Paliku Beach
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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
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Kilauea
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Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge

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Hawaiʻi travel tips from Lonely Planet experts

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Best Things to Do

Experience what makes Hawaiʻi unique with this guide to the top things to do on the islands.

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Best Time to Visit

Deciding when to go to Hawaii has less to do with weather – year-round sunshine and balmy temps are the norm – and is more about crowds and costs.

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Things to Know

Hawaiʻi is one of the most popular destinations on the planet. Here are a few tips to do what’s best for the locals, the land, the ocean and visitors.

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