How many times have you been to Hawaii? Zero? Five times? More? Even if you’ve been to the islands twice a year for 20 years, you are going to be able to experience something that you haven’t experienced previously, and are sure to discover one of the features that is brand new to you. On your next Hawaii vacation, why not discover the lovely, quiet island of Lanai, located not far from the shores of Maui.
Stepping foot onto the island, you’re instantly met with the solitude of Lanai, an undeveloped island that is home to only about 3,000 residents, and harkens back to the days before Hawaii was a major vacation destination. The sleepy little island is privately owned by Larry Ellison, and has earned its reputation as a luxurious escape that is all about relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Unlike it’s more commercial neighbor islands, Lanai features just few hotels to stay at, enjoying top-rated amenities at notable resorts like the Four Seasons Lanai.
In its heyday, Lanai was known for its pineapple production from the plantation that encompassed a large majority of the fruit that was grown and exported from Hawaii. During your trip, take a minute to learn the history of the island’s pineapple production, and enjoy the pictures from the height of pineapple production that shows acres of pineapples growing on the island, helping the island to earn the nickname of the “The Pineapple Isle”. Though commercial production has ended, though there are still fields that grow around the island.
The island features a few popular attractions to explore during a visit, including Shipwreck Beach and Garden of the Gods. Appropriately named, Shipwreck Beach is the site that a World War II Liberty Ship that has resided since the conclusion of th second world war. This is not your typical Hawaiian beach as conditions of are not suitable for swimming, though a visit to the beach is a must, just to see the massive ship that resides not too far from the sand.
Garden of the Gods is a mysterious destination, located just a few miles north of Lanai City. The entire history of the garden is largely unknown and historians continue to study and debate the creation and purpose of the large rock garden that is thought of as the place where Hawaiian Gods created art, creating sculptures and formations that baffle everyone who visits.
One of the more endearing features of the island is that it is entirely undeveloped, staying true to its roots and showing off the easygoing, side of Hawaii. There is no shortage of fun things to do on the island, and while you’re exploring you might notice that there isn’t a single traffic light on the island, adding to the identity of the island as a true throwback to Hawaiian life.
If you’re vacationing on Maui, visiting Lanai is a piece of cake. The island can be accessed via the Lanai Ferry, providing round trip and one-way tickets to the island. Visitors choose from guided driving tours, including a Half-Day 4x4 Tour and a Full Day 4x4 Tour, each exploring sites of the island and visiting the islands top attractions and destinations. Truly a day you do not want to miss, the sheer beauty of the island will take your breath away and the peaceful surroundings will make this one of the best days of your entire vacation.
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