Hawaii is an archipelago of eight islands, six of which are important tourist attractions: Oahu, Maui, Lanai, Molokai, Kauai and Hawaii (also known as The Big Island) is the summary of what may be known as the paradise on land.

Oahu is located in this U.S. state capital, Honolulu, as well as one of the world's most popular beaches, Waikiki, Maui is ideal for relaxing and water sports as diving and snorkeling, Hawaii or The Big Island (which also is becoming larger by the eruptions of Kilauea) has the most diverse geography of all the islands have active volcanoes, lava plains, tropical forests and snow-capped peaks; Kauai occurs more detached from the

Hawaii is perfect in every way, its tropical forests, beautiful beaches, majestic sunsets, its paralyzing active volcanoes, historic sites, until the weather is just perfect. What other place on earth you can get a paradise where the temperature never falls below 18 ° C or rises above 28 ° C?. Definitely, Hawaii pique has everything you need to go to.

How to get there. If traveling from South American must necessarily make connections at a major airport in the United States (the passage transshipped in Atlanta from Venezuela costs $ 916 per person). Another way to get there is to do as part of a tour of several U.S. cities (this way the passage is a little cheaper, since it is a domestic flight). When you come back and must be paid $ 6 departure tax. As a U.S. state, applying the same rules of entry, so I must have passport and visa regulations.

Where to stay. In the six islands options abound. From elegant hotels and resorts to pensions and bed & breakfast inns. But I will not lie, to tour the Hawaiian archipelago is quite expensive. The room rate ranges from about $ 90 per person up to where your imagination leads.

What to eat. Hawaiian regional cuisine is rich not only in their tastes, but also in their variety. It is a mixture of different cuisines from all parts of the world. Abundance of exotic fruits and dishes made with fish that are only available there as one, opakapaka ALPHA and that, moreover, are almost immediately caught cooking. Do not forget to participate in a "luau" which is a big party (usually held at night), which sets out the musical variety of the islands, there are hula dancers and serve many local dishes such as Kailua pork, smoked fillets of kiwi, the lomi-lomi salmon and mahi-mahi on the grill (the price goes around $ 50 per person). If you go for a walk dare to try the food served in restaurants road and discover just what it tastes like paradise.

How to relocate. After arriving at Honolulu Airport, Waikiki can be moved up by taxi or by a service of buses. The latter costs about $ 8 per person and is much cheaper than a taxi, but if you are more than four, we encourage more to take a taxi. The rates hover around $ 25 - $ 35 depending on which part of Waikiki is your hotel. It takes about 20/25 minutes to get from the airport to Waikiki. Flights between the islands leave every time (by Aloha Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines). If they decide to explore on their own can rent a car for a good price, there are special offers if you want to rent a combination of several islands. In Maui can take a ferry to visit Molokai and Lanai. Honolulu can take a tram (the Waikiki trolley) that take you through the main tourist attractions of the city (there are two types of driving). An all-day ticket costs $ 18.00 for adults and $ 8.00 for children under 11 years. They can go up and down the little train endlessly between 8:30 am and 11:15 pm. Oahu can also go by bus. This system is one of the best organized of the United States. It costs $ 1.50 ..

What to buy. Before going shopping in Hawaii at Aloha Flea Market, in Oahu. There are lots of quality products at very good price, since many of the vendors who can not have a store in Waikiki, exhibit their products in this market. Located in the parking lot of Aloha Stadium. Also in Oahu is the Ala Mona Center, a large shopping mall where you can find everything. Honolulu is a Hilo Hattie store called where you can buy regional products: Hawaiian shirts, Hawaiian dresses, exquisite coffee made in Hawaii chocolate covered macadamia and a number of typical products of all prices.

But you should not miss:

Captain Cook Monument: This monument is located in Kealakekua Bay, on a site near where Captain Cook was killed. Cook died after being received by Hawaiians as a god, as a result of a dispute that arose among the crew and the natives when one of the boats belonging to the fleet of Cook was taken on loan or stolen (depending on interpretation one wishes to give) for the latter.

USS Arizona Memorial Tour: You have a visitor center with reports about the attack on Pearl Harbor. Open daily from 8 am to 5 pm. A boat will take them from the Bay to Arizona. It is on Oahu. Admission is free.

Bishop Museum: Contains the best Hawaiian art exhibition in the world. Also make a stop at the Observatory and the Planetarium. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

Panacea Zoo: It is in Hilo on the Big Island Tropical Zoo is the only United States showing the animals and birds in their natural environment.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: The only U.S. nature reserve which has two active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Bring warm clothes and an umbrella or something to protect them from rain, since they are common changes in climate. To view the spectacle of lava have to wait until night, so I advise you to visit the place to spend the night thinking somewhere near (do not worry, there are several). Not bring their favorite shoes, they will damage with all the lava that flooded the place, besides leaving the smell is super strong. You can drive or walk to many of the points where there are eruptions of lava. Do not panic when they feel the intense heat on his face. This National Park is located on The Big Island

Pomona Honaunau National Historical Park: It is in The Big Island was a place of refuge for those who had broken a taboo. If they could get here before being captured, avoid punishment or death. The temple was rebuilt but its surroundings are preserved as ruins.

Lava Tree State Park: Also located in The Big Island This place is a forest through which the lava ran strange figures covered with trees. Picnics are allowed but must bring water, because they are not getting anywhere.

Kapok "Honokaa National Historical Park: Surrounded by petroglyphs, haiku (temples) and archaeological sites. Open daily from 8 am to 4 pm. It's about 5 kames. Kailua-Kuna on the Big Island Stay tuned because it is well signposted.

Polynesian Cultural Center: Here you will discover the fascinating Polynesian culture, history, art, dance, construction, clothing, typical food, slang, religion and idiosyncrasies, represented in its original form by native speakers of each of the islands that make up the triangle of Polynesia. Is 63 km from Waikiki on Oahu. Open Monday to Saturday from 12:30 pm to 7 pm. There are different prices for tickets, starting at $ 35 for adults and $ 20 for children, depending on what you want to see or do.

Diamond Head State Park: It has a form similar to starting a small boat in half. This nature reserve was formed by a series of volcanic explosions about 100 million years. You can picnic on the crater floor. To enjoy the spectacular view of Honolulu should gain about one kilometer. Open daily from 6 am to 6 pm.

Chinatown: Visit mandatory when walk on a tour of Honolulu. With many shops where you will find carvings in ivory, silk and other products come from the land. Yes, I advise you not go at night.

One of the best ways to travel around the islands is by helicopter, is the only way to truly appreciate some of the most isolated and secrets, up close view of lava flows, the valleys that have not been touched by human hands and impressive forests. The more daring can ride a single-engine, 15-minute flight costs about $ 25. The view you get is worth it.

At night, if they love to dance, do not hesitate to go to Aggie Rye in Nick's Fish market. The drinks are reasonably priced and the show is fabulous. One of the best in Waikiki. Arrive early to find seats. It's free. Another site that should not stop giving a peek is the street Hotel. This place was a favorite of the soldiers while on leave during World War II. There are many bars and clubs, some very bad, but definitely should be included in their list.