The 'Aloha State' is more than just
surfing, hula dancing and Hollywood's vision of paradise.
It's a near-flawless destination, from
scuba diving in warm, tranquil waters to hiking sculpted cliffs,
from the enchanting multicultural welcome to its gorgeous Pacific
Rim cuisine.
It all centres on Oahu, home to
Honolulu, North Shore and Waikiki Beach; the island's vibrant mix
of natural and cultural wonders is almost as legendary.
The Big Island is a natural playground,
with sandy beaches, snow-capped mountains, spectacular waterfalls
and sizzling volcanoes.
Lanai is a true island getaway with
fabulous landscapes and opulent resorts - and then there's Maui,
with a wealth of glorious beaches, fantastic whale-watching and
spellbinding adventure drives. Like the rest of Hawaii, it's
unforgettable.
Flying time: 17 hours
10 mins via Los Angeles.
Time difference: GMT -
10 hrs.
Getting there: Direct services operate from
London with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic to Los Angeles,
then onward to the islands with American Airlines.
Currency: US
Dollar.
Vaccinations: Please contact your doctor for
up-to date information.
Visas: British
passport holders do not require a visa under the visa wavier
programme.
All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
If you are travelling under the Visa Wavier Programme, please
see Essential Reading (Pages 476-477) with regards to obtaining
Travel Authorisation.
Best time to visit: Hawaii's climate is typical
for the tropics, although temperatures and humidity tend to be a
bit less extreme due to near-constant trade winds from the
east.
Summer highs are usually around 31°C
during the day and around 24°C at night. Winter day temperatures
are usually around 28°C and seldom dip below 18°C at night.
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