Steeped in ancient culture, outdoor adventure and fresh cuisine, this Hawaiian island truly offers something for everyone. Here are the top hotels, restaurants and attractions for yogis, families, shoppers and culture cravers.
Maui’s “Aloha hour” (happy hour) offers delicious deals on food and tropical drinks and is often paired with live music and a front-row seat to the island’s breathtaking sunsets. Here are some of the best kid-friendly restaurants for happy hour deals, from elegant five-star resorts to casual beachfront eateries.
Formed from five volcanoes (four of which are active), Hawaii’s "Big Island" is a place of tropical beauty, cultural riches and geological wonders. Visit for three days and hike through Kohala Forest Reserve, go paddleboarding and explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
This is how Disney does Hawaii. Located on the island of Oahu, Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa, offers tons of family-friendly amenities and activities, many of which are included with your stay including tubing in a lazy river, snorkelling and nature tours.
Credited with modernizing the Aloha shirt, fashion designer Roberta Oaks sells her designs at her namesake boutique in the heart of Honolulu's Chinatown. When she’s not presiding over her lifestyle brand, you’ll find her at one for these Oahu spots such as Waimea Bay or the Manifest coffee shop.
The Hawaiian island of Maui is one of the best places in the United States to take a scenic drive—or a few. Visit charming Upcountry farms, head for the scenic Hana Highway to take in lush forests and lovely waterfalls, or explore West Maui's beautiful beaches.
On your next Hawaiian island getaway, rent a car and explore the sites nearby. Drive Chain of Craters Road through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, stop at Waimea Canyon along Kokee Road on Kauai or see the beautiful beaches of the North Shore on Oahu.
Vacationing on a budget won’t prevent you from enjoying the good life on Maui. Save money by staying at Ka’anapali Beach Hotel, drinking during Hula Grill's happy hour, taking a free tour or hike and visiting Haleakala National Park.
Typically, resort food isn’t the highlight of a trip to the tropics, but an increasing number of resorts are upping their game with chef-driven concepts that should be experienced. Get classic French fare at Café Martinique at Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in the Bahamas or sip aged rum at The Sugar Mill at Half Moon Resort in Jamaica.
This mix of recently opened, budget-friendly, design-heavy and Instagram-worthy digs will bring a fresh edge to your getaway. Opt for a unique stay at Fieldhouse Jones, a hotel-hostel hybrid in Chicago, spend your days by the pool at ARRIVE in Palm Springs or bask in vintage Hawaii glory at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in Waikiki.
