The view from a hike up the Napali Coast
Hawaii may be only one state, but it encompasses distinct islands each with their own flavor. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that it’s all the same, because you will be rudely awakened when your honeymoon doesn’t quite meet expectations. So the next question is, what do you want to do on your honeymoon?
Kauai aka the “Garden Isle”
This island is aptly named for its lush environment and natural setting. Choose this island if you’re looking for a relaxing atmosphere. This smaller island is a taste of isolation, with plenty of scenic hikes to choose from and hidden waterfalls worth discovering, especially if you’re not afraid to jump off them. Take a catamaran up the Napali coast and go snorkeling. Or, you can hike the coast itself. This island is best suited for the outdoor adventurer, who may feel the need to conquer Waimea Canyon, known as the ‘Grand Canyon of the Pacific’.
Maui aka “The Valley Isle”
Want to hang out by the waves? Walk in white sand? Go dolphin spotting? Maui is known for its beaches and if you want to get in the water and surf, body board, or snorkel–then it may your perfect island paradise. We recommend taking the bike down Haleakalā, the island’s dormant volcano. Getting up before dawn may seem like a pain, but watching the sunrise on the top of a volcano is worth waking up for. As you ride down, there are black-sand beaches to stop and rest, also worth the trip.
O’ahu aka “The Gathering Place”
O’ahu is home to the largest portion of the Hawaiian population, with the capital city of Honululu located on the southeastern side. If you’re looking for nightlife, restaurants, museums, theaters, and an elite shopping experience than this may be the island for you. Want to see Pearl Harbor? The Diamond Head Crater? If you’re ready to immerse yourself in some Hawaiian history, then this is your best bet.
Hawai’i aka “The Big Island”
This island has a little bit of everything, from fine dining, lazy beach days, to trips up active volcanoes within Volcanoes National Park; home to one of the world’s largest rings of natural volcanoes. Do you have an affinity for coffee? Check out the Kona fields, where only coffee grown in this region can be considered ‘Kona’. Visit a waterfall with your new spouse, and take in the beauty of the Hawaiian islands.
Molokaʻi aka “The Friendly Isle”
East of Oah’u, lies a smaller island of Hawaii which may prove perfect for the couple looking for escape into beauty and as little annoyances as possible. The pace is simply slower, with no active nightlife, no tall buildings, but still completely tourism friendly. Enjoy snorkeling in coral reefs, fishing, rain forests, waterfalls, mountain biking… or just relax and get away from the crowds.
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