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When you first begin planning your trip to Hawaii, there are many unknowns and aspects of the vacation to decide on. There are some things that are well within you control like where to stay, which island to go to, and which activities are the most interesting, and there are things that are way out of your control like flight times, hotel availability, and the weather. One of the first decisions that you will have to make is which island to visit. Sure, this might be easier said than done, and if you have never been to Hawaii, you are sure to be doing quite a bit of research to answer this question.
Most often, first time visitors to the islands will make Oahu or Maui their vacation destination, and even return visitors make return visits to these islands. In some cases, visitors plan an annual trip to the same island. Everyone makes their own connection with Hawaii, so whether you are visiting Kauai for the 10th time, or making a first visit to the Big Island, you have the luxury of planning the trip to the island that you want to visit.
Choosing which island to visit will be the first decision you make, so let’s dig in a little and start planning your trip to Hawaii!
Oahu
Oahu is the hub for activity in Hawaii. Many families and first time visitors choose Oahu for its variety of activities and ease of travel. The airport is the main point of entry into the islands, and in a majority of cases, you will land on Oahu for a layover if you are traveling to a neighbor island. Oahu is great, and is a great way to introduce yourself to Hawaii, with a stay along Waikiki, tours and activities to fill your time, a visit to the North Shore, and plenty of action during your trip.
Maui
Maui has long been considered the best of the Hawaiian Islands, and all it will take is a single trip to this island to understand why. Like Oahu, there is so much to do on Maui, and as beautiful as Oahu is, Maui just might take the prize for most beautiful. The island features great sightseeing and destinations to check out, great food, and a relaxing way of life that will have you wanting to move here. Maui is so great that locals often make this island their destination for weekend getaways.
Kauai
We really cannot say enough good things about Kauai. The oldest Hawaiian Island has kept its charm and character, remaining largely undeveloped with just a few areas with resorts and hotels. This island is a big destination for seasoned Hawaiian travelers, adventurers looking to explore the Na Pali Coast, and even families that are looking for an easy, low-key vacation.
Big Island
Like Kauai, this is a place to go to truly get away, escape from real life, and just relax. There is quite a bit to do as far as activities go, though there is also no reason to do much more than soaking in the natural beauty. When you are ready to head out on an activity, the youngest Hawaiian Island features the only active volcano in Hawaii at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and there are great things to do all day and night. Consider heading up the summit of Mauna Kea, heading out to sea to swim with Manta Rays, or enjoy an authentic Hawaiian luau.
Truthfully, there is no wrong choice when it comes to picking the island you will visit. Each is perfect in its own way, and the more islands that you visit, the more you will fall in love with everything that Hawaii offers.
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