| There is no doubt. Hawaii has some of the most | | | | crater rim that is simply awe-inspiring. |
| gorgeous natural scenery on the face of the planet. | | | | Pearl Harbor Tour |
| Those who go once always vow to return. With | | | | One of our most tragic and also our most victorious |
| native orchids growing wild by the roadside, stunning | | | | hours came with the surprise attack by Japan on |
| mountainscapes and dramatic black lava coves filled | | | | Pearl Harbor in 1941. You can celebrate the valor and |
| with electric blue water, Hawaii is often referred to | | | | honor of our veterans with a visit to this seaport in |
| as Paradise - and rightfully so! | | | | person and relive the events of this historic place as |
| In addition to taking in some of Mother Nature's best | | | | you view the USS Arizona, still in her final resting |
| handiwork, what else can you do? Plenty! All cruise | | | | place. The monument and museum offer video |
| lines offer a wide range of excursions that | | | | presentations, displays and actual memorabilia |
| passengers can book. Using Norwegian Cruise Lines | | | | salvaged from the attack. Pearl Harbor continues to |
| as an example, let me tell you about just a sampling | | | | be one of Oahu's most popular attractions. From |
| of the adventures you can take part in while visiting | | | | here, you'll visit "Mighty Mo," the USS Missouri |
| Hawaii. | | | | battleship at Fort Island Bridge where the treaty |
| World-Class Golf | | | | ending World War II was signed. |
| Master golf architect, Dick Nugent, created the | | | | Whale & Dolphin Watching |
| world's most demanding golf course and set it amid | | | | Venture out into the Pacific Ocean in search of a |
| the 2,000-foot cliffs of Ko'Olau Range in Honolulu on | | | | wildlife adventure like no other. Massive whales |
| the island of Oahu. With a commanding view of the | | | | rocketing up from the waves are a sight no one |
| Pacific Ocean, this course will challenge the most | | | | easily forgets. The sheer size and power of these |
| accomplished golfer. Encompassing over 280 acres, | | | | incredible mammals is something most people don't |
| this course is a sight to behold. | | | | have the privilege of seeing close-up. While frolicking |
| Built on a lava bed, the Golf Mauna Lani Resort | | | | on the sea, you'll also strive to encounter bottlenose |
| features rolling terrain accented with forests. Two | | | | and other dolphin species. Friendly and curious, these |
| signature holes (the 15th and 17th) are some of the | | | | popular creatures are a highlight of the tours. |
| most photographed in all the world. If you love a | | | | There is so much to see and do on the islands of |
| course that stretches your abilities, this course on | | | | Hawaii that you'll want to return again and again. |
| Kona is a must-play. Other exceptional golf courses | | | | Planning ahead can make your trip smoother and can |
| are nearby as well. | | | | alleviate the problem of the most popular excursions |
| Volcano Watching | | | | being booked. Make a list of the sites and activities |
| The collective islands of Hawaii are filled with dormant | | | | you'd most like to see and do, then book early to |
| and active volcanoes that are as beautiful as they | | | | ensure you get your first choices. |
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| Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii | | | | York and |
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| personal with fire pits, lava tubes and an 11-mile | | | | their attention to detail second to none. |