Anyone
fortunate enough to be traveling Honolulu doesn't have to give a reason.
They can just say, "We're going to Honolulu," and imagination will
take over. Honolulu will probably live up to and surpass whatever we dream
the experience will be. World-famous beaches and tropical weather set the
scene for an amazing mix of Pacific cultures in this Hawaiian capital. There
is a reason why Hawaii is consistently rated as one of the nation's top
travel destinations; in fact, there are several of them.
Waikiki
Beach is the center of activity for Hawaii's biggest industry: tourism. It
is one of the world's greatest resort playgrounds, featuring some of the
most beautiful beaches and hotels in the world. Visitors flock there to
enjoy the sun, the sand, the water, and the incredible nightlife.
Besides
enjoying the beaches, visitors to Honolulu take tours of the countryside
surrounding the downtown area. The tours highlight the beautiful rainforests
and fascinating volcanoes. Animal and plant life thrive, and the scenery is
unsurpassed. A five-minute ride from Honolulu brings visitors into some of
Nature's most awe-inspiring sights. Several museums, including the Bishop
Museum, combine exhibits of Hawaiian natural history with lessons about the
history and culture of its diverse peoples.
The
Waikiki Aquarium is the third oldest public aquarium in the United States
and features many of Hawaii's most interesting sea animals. The Honolulu Zoo
houses some of the unique mammals, birds, and reptiles that inhabit the
forests just outside the city.
The
history of Hawaii is rich, as the islands have always attracted people
representing many cultures. Visitors can tour the Tolani Palace, the
residence of the last of the Hawaiian monarchs. They can also visit
Honolulu's Chinatown, which is authentic in every way. The Arizona Memorial,
commemorates the destruction of the Battleship Arizona during the Japanese
attack on Pearl Harbor that brought the United States into World War II.
Honolulu
exhibits the best of Hawaii in every way. From its incomparable beaches, its
incredible natural preserves, its sophisticated shopping opportunities, to
its fine cuisine and entertainment, there is an endless list of reasons to
visit and to return as often as possible. It is easy to understand why
Honolulu attracts millions of people from around the world. Many visitors
have stayed, helping to make Hawaii one of the most cosmopolitan and diverse
vacation destinations in the United States. The thought of a visit to
Honolulu is an experience to be happily anticipated. The visit itself is a
joy to recall.
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