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Hawaii Honeymoon

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Many people dream of the perfect honeymoon getaway. With the opportunity to have a peaceful and quiet getaway to having an active adventure filled vacation, Hawaii is the place to go. With fragrant, tropical flowers and endless amounts of restaurants to try, you will never run out of things to do. The four most popular islands for honeymooners are Oahu, the Big Island, Kauai and Maui.
For couples who want to spend their time in Hawaii’s natural surroundings, there are many places to swim, hike, scuba dive, and explore. Hawaii is also home to some of Hawaii’s best golf courses. There are unique activities to do while on your stay, including the visiting Polynesian Cultural Center to going on a dinner cruise or helicopter tour.
There are so many adventures you can take part in while in Hawaii, that you could spend weeks here without doing everything there is possible. To make the most of your honeymoon, the following list summarizes each island with two hotels sure to make you feel comfortable.
Oahu
Oahu is home to the iconic Waikiki Beach, which has many amazing restaurants, lining the shores. While on this island, you will find many cultural and historic sites to visit, as well as many nature trails and beaches. Many first time visitors to Hawaii visit Honolulu first as it has reasonably priced accommodations, as well as a number of vacation packages. You would also have access to the famous North Shore here, as well as two of Hawaii’s best honeymoon hotels.
Operating since 1917, the Halekulani is an open-air hotel located on the beach. The outstanding service and excellent dining only solidify the five-star rating this hotel received from AAA.
The Hyatt Regency Waikiki places you directly in front of Waikiki Beach, and it gives vacationers surfers riding the waves with Diamond Head in the background. You will be at the heart of the action at this hotel.
Big Island (Hawaii) The Big Island is the most ecologically diverse of the islands. The west side of the island, called the Kona Coast, has seventy miles of black sand coastline. At Volcanoes National Park, you can visit Kilauea, the world’s most active volcano. You can also visit the summit of Mauna Kea, is the tallest mountain in Hawaii, which offers the most amazing stargazing opportunities.

The Kona Village Resort, located on the beach, is a perfect honeymoon destination. On the beach, you can swim and explore the marine life, and on land, you can attend a traditional luau or massage at this resort. In fact, this has been rated as one of the world’s 50 romantic getaway destinations by Travel and Leisure Magazine.
The rooms at Oceanfront are breathtaking, as you have a view of the ocean on this resort built on a lava flow. It offers many services and has an accommodating staff that makes this resort one of the best.
Maui Maui has a number of natural wonders hidden between the many mountain ridges found on this island. The Hawaiian sacred site of Haleakala is now a national park. You can hike, drive or bike up to the 10,000 foot summit to see the sunrise. There is also the road to Hana, on which you can find some of Maui’s best beaches. Hawaii’s best surfing can be found on the western and southern shores. Many world class golf courses also call this island home, and attract many golf enthusiasts. If you want all modern conveniences and the natural beauty of Hawaii, this is the place for you.
On the east coast of the island is the Hotel Hana, which is noted for its seclusion and great service. Getting here can be an adventure as you can drive up the road to Hana to see the many beautiful sites along the way, or you could take a direct flight into Hana from Honolulu. Wailea is home to the Four Seasons Maui. Located on the beach, this hotel has a beautiful open courtyard, and each room facing the ocean. In the winter you can spend your time on the lanai looking for whales or watch the sunset. There are also many restaurants and shops in the area.
Kauai Kauai is known as the Garden Isle, and is covered with blankets and tropical vegetation. You can find all of this island’s tropical beauty along the Na Pali coast or in the enormous and gorgeous Waimea Canyon. There is a number of trails that meander through the forests and along cliffs for you to explore. The beach also has many adventures waiting for you.
The Princeville Hotel is found on the northern Na Pali coast. This elegant hotel is nestled between the waters of Hanalei Bay and the beautiful volcanic mountains. Many of the rooms in this hotel face the ocean and the hotel itself has access to the Puu Poa Beach. You can do a lot at this hotel, with activities like golf or kayaking.
On the southern shore, you can find the Hyatt Regency Kauai Resort and Spa. There are multiple pools integrated with the vegetation and terrain of the island. Golf courses, multiple spas, and five start restaurants make this resort difficult to leave. If you’re looking for luxury on your honeymoon, this is definitely the place to be.

This tropical paradise can certainly add to the romance between you and your loved one. Picking an island suited for your needs will certainly make you and your lover feel like you’re in paradise.

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