With an exquisite blend of lush beaches, tropical flowers, volcanoes, nature, dance and music, Hawaii leaves nothing to the imagination when it comes to dream of a perfect destination, because it has everything for Karin Brocks This archipelago is located in the Pacific Ocean and comprises eighteen islands and atolls, which cover over 2,400 kilometers. However, it is considered "main islands" to eight of them: Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Nihau, Kahoolawe, Maui and Hawaii Island (or "Big Island"). Each has its own peculiarities and attractions, which explains why it is one of the most spectacular tourist destinations, attracting each year-together-at about seven million visitors.

Since the early twentieth century, Hawaii is part of the United States, and as of August 21,

The economy is based primarily on tourism, so it has a impressive hotel infrastructure, while providing space ideal for recreational activities such as swimming, diving, snorkeling, sailing, fishing, golf or simply enjoy the view. Visitors are warmly received and are caught as soon touch down in the Aloha spirit of Hawaii. In the Hawaiian language, "c" can be used as a greeting, farewell or to refer to love. However, its deepest sense conveys the joy of sharing this vital energy.

The "Mecca" of surfing Special mention deserves the traditional surfing in Hawaii, being one of the paradises for those engaged in this sport worldwide. Year after year gather in the best surfing beaches attracted by the good weather, tropical landscapes and, above all, the quality and consistency of its waves. The main destinations for those who love to run the waves are Maui and Oahu (Maui but also offers ideal conditions for windsurfing and kite surfing). The north shore of Oahu is famous for being considered the surfing capital of the world, where they can be seen, at certain points, waves of up to nine and ten meters.

Hawaii (Big Island) It is the island of land over the islands, some 164 kilometers long. Tourist attractions in themselves represent an adventure, and allowing you to enjoy beaches, forests, mountain peaks covered with snow, active volcanoes and desolate lava fields. In the middle of this range of options, the most significant is the helicopter ride, through which the visitor has the opportunity to see the crater of one of the most active volcanoes lava flow, Kilauea. Additionally, within the Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park you can walk in the rain forest and sometimes approaching a few meters from the same eruption. The National Historical Park is the most popular beach on the island: Hapuna Beach, excellent for swimming and diving.

Maui It is the second largest island of the archipelago, known as The Valley Island because it lies between two extinct volcanoes: Haleakala and Puu Kukui. It is a paradise for lovers of water sports like windsurfing, diving, sailing, diving and whale watching. It is also characterized by areas designated for cycling. In some places the water reaches her knees and just enter the head can watch thousands of multicolored fish swimming next to him. Another Maui attractions are the "Seven Pools", an area of natural waterfalls in each of his falls are a swimming pool where tourists can bathe.

Kauai It has spectacular beaches, even though they are dangerous for swimming due to its powerful currents. It is the oldest island of the archipelago and has fantastic shapes, the product of erosion. Among its attractions is the Waialeale volcano, around which is considered the wettest area in the world. The natural beauty of Kauai has become the preferred destination renowned directors to film movies.

Oahu This island is considered the surfing capital, but also has other interesting attractions, such as Iolani Palace, where King David Kalakaua lived and the USS Arizona memorial. It has a lot of tourism, trade, urban cities, highways and a high standard of living. Added to this, has the particularity to have a great importance in our contemporary history as it was the star of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Molokai On Molokai the most popular activities are fishing, hiking and walking on secluded beaches. It is a less commercial island and has no infrastructure or residential land.

Nihau, Lanai and Kahoolawe Nihau not tend to be visited by foreigners, has no paved roads, electricity or telephones. It has about 230 residents and is the only island in the Hawaiian is the primary language. In regard to Lanai is an island that traditionally have not had much traffic from tourists, but the construction of exclusive resorts have attracted the attention of tourists because of the closeness you have with Maui. Kahoolawe is considered the smallest of the eight islands, is virtually uninhabited and used as a military test area. If you have the opportunity to visit the islands of Hawaii we recommend that you do not forget to join the famous luau, which is a big party at which expose local musical variety, are traditional dances and typical dishes such as Kalua pig, smoked fillets kiawe, lomi-lomi salmon and mahi-mahi on the grill.