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The Hawaiian Islands are the top global destination for honeymooners and anniversary couples, and there are many reasons why. Filled with over a hundred beaches, golf courses, surfing sites, volcanoes and cultural experiences, Hawaii is action packed for the active traveler. Be sure to try the shore excursions to see beautiful natural sites and partake in activities you never thought you could accomplish, such as snuba, a modified version of scuba diving for novices. Cruises in and around Hawaii can last around a week, while those that leave from North America usually last longer because of increased travel time.

HAWAII CRUISE DEALS

	ITINERARY	INTERIOR	OCEANVIEW	BALCONY	SUITE	SAVINGS
	7 Night Hawaii Brochure price $2,299. Save up to 59%. Norwegian Cruise Line – Pride of America Departs from Honolulu	$949	$999	$1,399	$2,449	59%
	Up to 6-category upgrade available! 10% Discount on select Shore Excursions! $100 FREE Onboard Spending - Call! Ask about $300 FREE Spending: Suite!
	12 Night Hawaii Westbound Brochure price $2,499. Save up to 64%. Carnival Cruise Lines – Carnival Spirit Departs from Ensenada	$899	$1,049	$1,229	$2,049	64%
	Up to 2-category upgrade available! 10% Discount on select Shore Excursions!
	12 Night Hawaii Northbound Brochure price $2,499. Save up to 58%. Carnival Cruise Lines – Carnival Spirit Departs from Honolulu	$1,059	$1,239	$1,489	Call Now!	58%
	Up to 2-category upgrade available! 10% Discount on select Shore Excursions!
	14 Night Circle Hawaii Brochure price $1,899. Save up to 32%. Holland America Line – Zaandam Departs from San Diego	$1,299	$1,399	$2,499	$5,999	32%
	Up to $150 FREE Onboard Spending - Call! 10% Discount on select Shore Excursions! Spa, Casino, and Shopping Discounts:CALL
	14 Night Grand Hawaiian Holiday Crystal Cruises – Crystal Symphony Departs from San Pedro (Los Angeles)	N/A	$7,910	$9,780	Call Now!	SAVE
	10% Discount on select Shore Excursions! $200 FREE Spending and Gratuities!

Hawaii Ports of Call

Cruises to Hawaii can depart and arrive from the islands or travel from the US West Coast in round trip or one way voyages. Typical Hawaii itineraries include the following ports of call: Honolulu (Oahu), Lahaina (Maui), Kahului (Maui), Kona (Big Island), Hilo (Big Island), Kauai and/or Fanning Island in the Republic of Kiribati. Cruises departing from western US may also stop at Mexican ports, such as Ensenada.

Hawaii Highlights

The low down on the most popular Hawaiian cruise destinations:

Fanning Island: Officially called Tabuaeran Island, this small island of 2,000 residents in the Republic of Kiribati is only visited by NCL and offers basic beach activities and exclusive shore excursions.

Honolulu, Oahu: The capital of Hawaii is by far the busiest city in the island chain and has the most activity and attractions.

Big Island: The largest of the Hawaiian Islands, clearly evident by its name, is rich in history and natural sites, such as volcanoes and botanical gardens. The two ports on Big Island are Hilo and Kona.

Kauai: The oldest of the Hawaiian Islands is also one of the least developed and has the most beaches per mile of coastline (43 total for the island).

Maui: Maui has everything that an exotic island can offer: a busy nightlife scene, beautiful national parks, volcanoes, 42 miles of beaches, top-rated hotels and 5-star restaurants.

Hawaii Activities and Attractions

Volcanoes National Park: Located in Hilo on the Big Island; nearby attractions include Volcano Winery, Mauna Loa Macadamia Factory, and Volcano Village.

Lanai: Shore excursions from Maui sail to Lanai; the main activities here are scuba diving, spa services and golf.

Lanai Attractions: Polihua Beach, Shipwreck Beach, Manele Bay Beach, Garden of the Gods, Luahiwa Petroglyph Field.

Molokai: Few cruise ships stop here, but shore excursions from other islands visit Molokai; the main attraction here is the beautiful beaches.

Molokai Sites: Kalaupapa Lookout, Halawa Valley.

Molokai Beaches: Kepuhi Beach, Papohaku Beach, One Alii Beach, Kumimi Beach, Halawa Beach, Sandy Beach.

Fanning Island Beaches: Fanning Island Beach, Napali Beach.

Hilo Sites: Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, Pacific Tsunami Museum, The Lyman House Memorial Museum, Hilo Farmers Market, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, Akaka Falls, Nani Mau Gardens, Naha Stone.

Hilo Shopping: Available along Kamehameha and Keawe Avenues.

Hilo Beaches: Leleiwi Beach Park (for snorkeling).

Oahu Shopping: Aloha Tower Marketplace is the most popular, but you can also shop at Ala Moana Center, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Ward Centre, Waikiki Plaza and Ward Warehouse.

Oahu Attractions: Hawaii Maritime Center, Chinatown, Sea Life Park, Foster Botanical Garden, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Contemporary Museum, Polynesian Cultural Center, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park, Kualoa Ranch, Dole Plantation, Makapuu Lighthouse, Queen Kapiolani Gardens.

Oahu Excursions: Activities include whale watching, submarine tours, hiking, biking, snorkeling, surfing, kayaking, windsurfing, horseback riding and getting up close and personal with sharks.

Oahu Historic Sites: Pearl Harbor (USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri and USS Bowfin), Iolani Palace, Mission Houses Museum, Bishop Museum, Hawaii State Art Museum, Hawaii State Capitol, Hawaii Theatre, Kawaiahao Church, Washington Place (the governor’s residence), National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, U.S. Army Museum, Hawaii's Plantation Village, Queen Emma Summer Palace, Bishop Museum at Kalia, Kualoa village, King Kamehameha Statue.

Oahu Beaches: Waianae Coast, Ko Olina, Kahala, Makapuu Beach, Kailua, Waikiki Beach (for surfing), Ala Moana, Makaha (for surfing), Banzai Pipeline (for surfing), Sunset Beach (for surfing).

Oahu Natural Sites: Hanauma Bay, Pali Lookout, Halona Blowhole, Waimea Falls, Leahi Diamond Head Crater, Makiki Manoa Cliffs, Lyon Arboretum, Waahila Ridge Recreation Area.

Kauai Shopping: Available at Aloha Center, Harbor Mall, and Anchor Cove.

Kauai Attractions: Gay and Robinson Sugar Plantation, Grove Farm, Kauai Museum, Guava Kai Plantation, Kauai Heritage Center of Hawaiian Culture and the Arts, Haraguchi Rice Mill, Russian Fort Elizabeth Historical Park, Kokee Natural History Museum, Kiahuna Golf Club, Poipu Shopping Village.

Hanapepe: Historic village in Kauai which is home to 69 historic sites; tours are available.

Kauai Natural Sites: Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, Kokee State Park, Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens, Na Pali cliffs, National Tropical Botanical Garden, Waimea Canyon, Allerton Gardens, Spouting Horn blowhole, Waipoo Falls, Wailua River State Park.

Kauai Beaches: Polihole State Park, Salt Pond Beach (for swimming), Kalapaki, Lydgate State Park (for swimming), Anini Beach County Park (for snorkeling), Hanalei Beach, Haena Beach, Kee Beach, Mahaulepu Beach, Shipwreck Beach, Makawehi Point, Brennecke's Beach (for surfing), Poipu Beach (for surfing), Kawai Loa Bay.

Kauai Excursions: Actitivites include 4WD tours, tubing, hiking, guided walking tours, horseback riding, river cruises, luau lunches, and guitar concerts.

Puuhonua O Honaunau, City of Refuge: Historic Big Island city near Kona; home to many ruins and is considered a National Historic Park.

Kona Sites: Kona Coffee Plantations, King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel, Kahaluu Beach Park (for snorkeling), Mauna Lani Bay Historic Hotel Grounds, Waimea Highlands and Parker Ranch, Kahanahou Hawaiian Foundation Cultural Center, Waipio Valley, Mauna Kea mountain.

Kona Golf: Available at Mauna Lani Resort and Spa, Kona Country Club and more.

Kona Excursions: Activities include party cruises, whale watching cruises, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and canoe rides.

Maui Shopping: Available at Maui Mall, Queen Ka’ahumanu Center, Shops at Wailea (for upscale shopping) and Front Street in Lahaina.

Maui Excursions: Activities include windsurfing (at Paia), scuba diving, snuba, kayaking, parasailing (at Kaanapali Beach), ziplining, horseback riding, biking, submarine rides, whale watching, surfing lessons and the Sugar Cane Train.

Maui Sites: Turtle Town, Kupanaha magic show, Maui Ocean Center, Whalers Village, Keawalai Church, Carthaginian II (replica of a 19th-century whaling vessel).

Maui Natural Sites: Haleakala Crater, Haleakala Volcano, Launiupoko State Wayside Park, Iao Valley State Park, Oheo Gulch, Waianapanapa State Park, Kaumahina State Wayside Park.

Maui Golf: Available at Wailea's Emerald Course, Plantation Course at Kapalua, and more.

Maui Beaches: Kaanapali Beach (for snorkeling), Hookipa Beach (for windsurfing), Kapalua Beach (for swimming and snorkeling), Kahekili Beach, Kamaole Beach, Wailea Beach, Ulua Beach, Maluaka Beach, Oneloa Beach.

Maui Helicopter Rides: See Maui from a birds-eye view.

Kona Beaches: Kaunaoa Beach, Hapuna Beach (for snorkeling), Anaehoomalu Bay (for swimming and snorkeling), White Sands Beach (for surfing), Kahaluu Beach (for snorkeling).

Kona Historical Sites: Ahuena (King Kamehameha's temple), Mokuaikaua church (the first Christian church on the Big Island), Hulihee Palace (the summer palace for Hawaiian royalty), Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park.

When to Visit Hawaii

Peak tourist season occurs during most school’s winter break (December 21 – January 4) and during the summer. The best deals can be found for Hawaiian vacations between Thanksgiving and mid-December, typically the off-season for Hawaiian travel. Hawaiian weather is pleasant all year round, so there is no “bad” time for vacationing to the Hawaiian Islands.

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