May 2024
Memories of a Lifetime Await in Hawaii
Sandy beaches, warm hospitality, glistening waters and more await visitors to the islands of Hawaii. The most difficult part of your vacation though is deciding which island to visit. Not to worry, from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport you can easily get to the islands of Hawaii with a variety of nonstop flights.
American Airlines offers nonstop service from Phoenix to Honolulu, Oahu; Kahului, Maui; Kaliua-Kona, Hawaii; and Lihue, Kauai. Southwest Airlines offers nonstop service to Honolulu and Kahului. Hawaiian Airlines offers nonstop service to Honolulu.
Here are some travel ideas:
All islands offer the opportunity to relax on gorgeous beaches. Ka’anapali Beach on Maui offers golden sand while Waikiki Beach on Oahu is an icon. There are many other beautiful beaches to be found across the islands.
Each island offers the opportunity to take to the water. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, a catamaran tour and more. Sunset cruises are also very popular.
Experience a luau. Traditional luaus are available on each island and offer Polynesian performances and a feast of local cuisine.
Oahu
Oahu is often a first stop for visitors as they arrive in Honolulu. Honolulu offers everything one could want from shopping, beautiful scenery, nightlife, and fine dining. Activities on Oahu include visiting the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites. This moving experience provides visitors with an opportunity to visit the USS Arizona Memorial and explore museums that commemorate December 7, 1941. The Polynesian Cultural Center offers visitors a chance to get a glimpse of many Polynesian cultures. They can see exhibitions, performances and more. Visitors to Oahu can also rent a car even for a day to explore everything the island has to offer. A drive around the island will take visitors to lookout points like Lanikai Beach and Makapu’u Point. Visitors can also visit the North Shore and experience snorkeling in Hanauma Bay. Kualoa Ranch offers many activities such as ATV tours and jungle tours. Visitors will recognize Kualoa Ranch from the Jurassic Park movies.
Maui
Maui is another very popular destination for visitors. The beautiful island is known for its breathtaking views. In addition to beach activities, visitors can enjoy hiking along the Iao Valley State Park trails or in the Haleakala National Park. Driving the Road to Hana is also very popular and visitors are treated to lush rainforests, waterfalls and more. Whale watching is also popular from December to April.
Kauai
Known as the Garden Isle, Kauai stuns visitors with its natural beauty. Waimea Canyon is known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific and offers scenic overlooks and breathtaking views. Another popular activity is exploring the Na Pali Coast. Visitors can take a boat tour or even a helicopter ride to see the beautiful coastline and scenery. The Wailua River offers visitors an opportunity to take a river cruise or kayak down the river to explore waterfalls. There’s also much hiking and beach exploration to be done across the island.
Big Island of Hawaii
The Big Island of Hawaii is most known for its volcanic landscapes. Visitors can explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park where they can see volcanic activity. Hikers will enjoy Akaka Falls State Park which takes visitors through the rainforest to see beautiful waterfalls. For those into coffee, they won’t want to miss the Kona Coffee Farms where they can take a tour to learn more about how this famous coffee is made. The town of Hilo also offers various cultural attractions from Liliuokalini Gardnes to the Pacific Tsunami Museum. Of course, visitors can also check out the island’s unique black sand beaches.
The islands of Hawaii truly offer something for every type of visitor, and it’s easy to get from Phoenix to Hawaii with a variety of flight options. To learn more about what there is to do in Hawaii, visit https://www.gohawaii.com/. And, to see all the destinations you can fly from Phoenix, visit https://www.skyharbor.com/flights/where-we-fly/.