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Kauai has Waimea Canyon and a number of magnificent botanical   Hawaiian, Mokulele Airlines and Island Air help to maximise
       gardens. A sailing trip or helicopter ride along the breathtaking   sightseeing time. Helicopter sightseeing tours are popular and give
       Napali coast is also highly recommended.                you a chance to see places that may otherwise be inaccessible.
       Molokai is home to historic Kalaupapa National Historical Park where   On the ground there are limousines, taxis and coaches available.
       victims of Hansen’s disease were exiled in the 1800s. Today, the   Oahu is the only island with a bus service with an extensive route
       serene Kalaupapa National Historical Park is a place of preservation   that covers the entire island. In addition, there is a ferry from Lanai
       and education and is only accessible by mule ride, hiking tour or   to Maui and from Molokai to Maui. Renting a car or jeep is extremely
       airplane from the small commuter Kalaupapa Airport.     popular in Hawaii, although it is not necessary in Honolulu as it has a
                                                               good public transport network.
       The smallest inhabited island in Hawaii is Lanai. It’s best dive spot,
       Cathedrals, has dramatic coral formations creating pinnacles and   Driving is on the right hand side and, as most islands have only
       caverns rising from a depth of 21 metres to the surface. Kaunolu   one main road, it is difficult to get lost. Night driving is not quite as
       Village is an archaeological site featuring the largest surviving ruins   enjoyable, as roads between towns are not lit and can be narrow.
       of a prehistoric Hawaiian village.
                                                               Hiring a bike is a great option for visitors as it allows you to get off the
       Where to stay                                           beaten track and visit smaller towns.
       Hawaii has accommodation to suit all budgets, and travellers can   Food and entertainment
       expect to find hundreds of hotels and condos in every category from   Experience a traditional Hawaiian feast or luau, which usually
       luxury to budget. Camping is available in National, State, City, and   includes dishes like poi, ground from the taro plant, kalua pork, an
       County Parks.
                                                               entire pig wrapped in ti leaves and baked in an underground oven
       Getting around                                          or imu, poke, marinated raw fish, shellfish, or octopus, along with
       If you are considering visiting all of the islands, it is recommended   Polynesian-style entertainment and a hula performance.
       that you allow a minimum of three weeks. The domestic airlines,



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