Hawaii- The perfect Honeymoon

Everybody knows that the best part about getting married is the Honeymoon.  So when choosing a honeymoon destination, you should choose wisely.  You cannot go wrong with Hawaii.  It has the perfect climate, varying only a few degrees in temperature from season to season.  Even in the winter you can expect to have eighty degree temperatures.  You will have five different options to choose from when deciding which island to visit during your stay in Hawaii.  They are each equally unique and beautiful in their own way.

Because of the vast array of options you can choose to stay as long as you like and never have to experience the same thing twice.  I would recommend that you stay ten days at the very least.  There is too much to see. You want to make sure that you don't miss a thing; and in most cases you have travelled so far to get there, you might as well make the most of your journey.

Oahu is a good place to start a honeymoon.  You will have many different fine dining options, as well as some very good room service.  Honolulu will offer the most night life of any of the islands, so if you dare to venture out, this is the place to do so.  There are two historic hotels located in Honolulu, the Royal Hawaiian and the Westin Moana Surf rider.  They are both actually located on the same block.

I highly recommend the Sheraton Moana Surf rider.  The hotel is over a hundred years old, but has been kept so up to date, that you will be surrounded in total luxury.  Upon arrival you will be greeted in Hawaiian style with fresh flower lei.  Make sure to mention when making your reservations that this is a honeymoon.  The hotel usually provides as special welcome gift for newlyweds.  The hotel staff are ready to please; expect to be pampered.  The beach itself on Waikiki is nothing spectacular, but it is still a must on list of places to visit. 

If beaches are your thing you should take a trip over to the north shore of Oahu, before leaving the island for your next destination, Maui.  Maui too will offer ample opportunity for romance.  There is nothing more romantic than sipping a mai-tai on your balcony, while watching the sunset over the pacific. 

The road to Hana is a popular attraction for visitors.  Hana is a quiet town located on the eastern side of the island.  The road to Hana is more about the journey than the actual destination. The trip should take about ten to twelve hours, allowing for plenty of stops along the way.  The highway will take you by hundreds of breathtaking waterfalls, stunning black sand beaches, a forest reserve, and even a botanical garden.

I would recommend renting a jeep with four-wheel-drive as there are some destinations that are only accessible by four wheel drive.  These secluded beaches make for a great romantic place to stop!

A  Perfect Vacation for Families

Hawaii, translated from the ancient Hawaiian language should mean paradise, because that's what it is.  Hawaii has a climate that varies only several degrees in temperature all year round and the sun always shines.  The rainy season is in January, but it isn't so rainy that it deters visitors.  In fact, winter is one of the most popular times of year to visit Hawaii. 

One good reason for the high number of winter tourists is whale watching.  Whale watching season is generally from January to May. Whale watching is a popular activity during the winter months on the island of Maui.  You can expect to see many different species of whales, including the humpback whale.  They are typically found along the western shore of Maui.  Ma'alaea Bay in particular is a great spot to catch a glimpse of the mother and baby whales.  The shallow waters of the bay offer protection from possible shark attacks.  You can see the whales, by simply taking a stroll along the beach.  There are also many tour companies offering day trips to popular whale watching destinations.  The island of Lanai also offers some whale watching opportunities, both on and off shore.

The humpback whale is the fifth largest of the whale family of mammals. The humpback is on the endangered species list due mostly to hunting of these animals in previous years. At one time hunting humpbacks was considered a great sport and it almost forced the species into extinction.  Humpback whales can reach lengths of 45 feet and can weigh as much as 45 tons.