subject: Hawaiian Islands - Fun By Day And Night [print this page] For most people, days on the beach, and sunsets sipping a Mai Tai is the good life. For a short vacation there is no better way to relax, recharge, and let the sounds of the waves restore your sanity. However, for those of us fortunate to take a longer more energetic family vacation, Hawaii offers more than just the good life.
The few dead or dormant volcanoes on the mainland of the US are among the top 100 sites to see in America. As popular and amazing as those are, they pale in comparison to the volcanoes on the islands. For the last 20 years Kilauea has been slowly erupting creating new flows of lava and steamy vents that breathe life into the rain forests.
If you are more interested in the waves than the lava flow, Molokini may be more your style. The clear water of this naval reserve casts a new light on ocean life. As much as 200 feet of crystal clear water unveils its secrets to those who snorkel or dive in this area.
Hawaii also boasts the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" or Waimea Canyon. The canyon runs over ten miles long and a mile wide which creates a breathtaking scene for anyone lucky enough to see it for themselves. Kauai offers the same beautiful beaches as the Big Island, but the natural beauty of the Waimea can't be experienced anywhere outside of the real Grand Canyon.
For the extreme sportsman, there is no sport like the classic pastime of riding the waves of Kauai. Surfing, the sport of royalty, ways banned for hundreds of years so that only kings and queens could enjoy the waves. Now, you can be the King of the waves for a day demonstrating your skills on a board while the family splashes away in the kiddy pool or beach side waves.
If you are more of the hands off type, you can opt out of the hikes, swims, and long drives and instead see them all from the luxury of a helicopter or chartered cruise. Whichever mode of travel you choose, you can view all of Hawaii on your time table with one of these high speed options. You may not get close enough to feel the heat of the volcano, but you will clearly experience its awe and beauty.
The islands greatest treasures are its people. These can be experienced by all in the unique nightlife of Hawaii, but you have to know where to look. Each island has its own hot spots and local dives. Maui for instance features the Hard Rock, Hula Grills, and Duke's in Waikiki. However, Honolulu can boast the best nightlife on the islands. Sin, the Shack, W Hotel, Mai Tai Bar, Pearl, and Lulus all let tourists blend in to an inviting local crowd that will welcome you with love that Hawaii is best known for.
Every vacation is precious our bodies and mind need the chance to recover from the hectic word of work and school and family life. What better way to bond than a Hawaiian vacation? Unlike most vacations, no member of the family will be left out because of all of the activities and options that Hawaii has to offer. The hardest part of a Hawaiian vacation is figuring out how to spend your time as a family enjoying this beautiful state.
