There are many places in Hawaii that will appeal to those who love and enjoy various outdoor activities. For example, in the northern part of the island of Lanai, there is a unique natural formation - the Garden of the Gods or Keahiakawelo. Here was formed a canyon during the eruption of the volcano. There appeared many colourful hills and towers of the most bizarre shapes over thousands of years of winds and temperature changes. The best time when you can admire the garden of the Gods is sunset. Lanai is also famous for Hulopoe Bay. It is known all over the world for its natural bays, which appeared due to volcanic eruptions and are now filled with water during each tide. The place is perfect for snorkelling and dolphins watching.
Hawaii is not only surfing, warm sea and endless summer. Babies, teenagers, active children and quiet kids who love to visit museums won’t be bored here. Be sure to visit the Honolulu …
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In general, the archipelago is a perfect place for exploring the underwater world. There are all conditions for diving, and inexperienced divers can be trained in a dive school and get an international license. There are many interesting objects you can explain under the sea. The water area of Pearl Harbor or the shore of shipwrecks surely deserve your attention. But you should dive here with great care. You can see a lot of tropical fish, dolphins, sharks and such very rare animals like the endangered Hawaiian seal monk in the waters of Hawaii.
However, you can become acquainted with the water inhabitants of the archipelago visiting Waikiki aquarium, the second oldest aquarium in America. Live corals, jellyfish, molluscs, cephalopods, tropical fish, green turtles, sharks, jellyfish, and seals – all these animals feel quite comfortable in the aquarium. You can also visit the ocean animal park Sea Life Park Hawaii, where you can see the show of dolphins and seals and swim in one pool with these amazing animals. The inhabitants of the land of the tropical belt can be found in the Honolulu Zoo. Today there are representatives of 905 species of living beings, from the dragons of the Comoro Islands to elephants and primates. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
While being on holidays in Hawaii, be sure to try local cuisine. Don’t think that if the archipelago is a part of the United States, it has American food. Local cooks know how to cook …
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There are many whales near the shores of uninhabited Kauai which create permanent pairs here and carry offsprings until the end of summer. At this time, giant mammals frolic in the coastal waters, playing with each other. They are even not embarrassed by the presence of people who want to observe the giants at close range. Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm is a nice place where you can learn all about the other marine life, known for a rather original appearance. Near Maui Island, you can dive to the coral reef inside a special submarine Atlantis.
Hawaii is perfect for those who love walking. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will give you an unforgettable experience. 80 kilometres of roads through fantastically beautiful places almost all alone! If you wish, you can go to a conquest of the local jungle. For example, in the area of the Hanalei Mountains or in a ten-kilometre hike along the Munro Trail. Curious travellers will enjoy the abandoned fishing village of Kaunolu, and sociable tourists will find interesting trips to the remote aboriginal settlements, where life has changed little over the past centuries.
An interesting feature of the mentality of Hawaiians is that they do not feel the passage of time. Perhaps, the reason is that there is almost no change of seasons in the archipelago at all, …
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Do you want to have fun? So you should definitely visit Waikiki Beach Walk. One it was just a beach, but nowadays this place is full of people day and night. You can combine swimming with shopping, learning hulu dances and night parties here. Windy beaches are perfect for those who want to enjoy snorkelling. In general, there are many organized beaches in Hawaii near big cities and deserted bays where everyone can find a secluded piece of land. Windsurfing, yachting, water skiing and jet skis are very popular in Hawaii. In the evenings you can go to a noisy party or join local festivities, where the natives dance hula, play ukulele and sing national songs around the campfire.
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