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• Wailua Falls

  Lihue, Kauai

  Everyone's Hawaiian fantasies seem to include a spectacular view of a waterfall. Often this is not easily done without extensive hiking or a helicopter to get you to the deep remote valleys where they often are hidden. This is not the case with Wailua Falls, as you can drive a paved road right to the overlook for this amazing 200+ ft. tall natural wonder. Just 15 minutes from Lihue airport!At a Glance:Highlights: This famous waterfall has

• Honolulu Zoo

  Honolulu, Oahu

  In the urban jungle of Waikiki there is a savanna full of exotic wildlife at rest and at play in 42 acres of sanctuary. Just across the street from Kapiolani Beach and Park and several blocks from the Waikiki Aquarium, a well-laid plan mixing the zoo and either of the other attraction will maximize your parking and leisure. At a fraction of the cost of an activity such as a boat tour, you can take the whole family to a sweet spot in Waikiki on the beach that is geared for fami

• Snorkeling at the Molokini Crater

  Maalaea, Maui

  The perfect combination of world-class snorkeling with an ocean voyage across the azure blue Alalakeiki Channel makes an excursion to Molokini unforgettable. The remote location of the small islet creates a uniquely rich natural marine preserve thriving with corals, fishes and undersea creatures large and small. Within the protection of the partially submerged volcanic crater the waters are clear, calm, and shallow enabling maximum visibility through out. Not only one of the best spots

• Waikiki Aquarium

  Waikiki, Oahu

  Not everyone feels safe or comfortable enough to snorkel with the fishes off Hawaii's shores, however most would love to experience the beauty of the colorful under the sea world. The Waikiki Aquarium allows you to journey underwater while staying dry and comfortable, plus it is a great way to duck out of the downtown mid-day heat. At a Glance:Highlights: This 114 year old oceanic institution has hundreds of underwater species, including

• Dave & Buster's

  Honolulu, Oahu

  Dave & Buster's Hawaii offers up drinks, food, and fun in a relaxed environment, providing the perfect location for a birthday party or event, or the ideal end to a long day of exploring Oahu. The first floor features extensive dining room seating, a special events room, and a bar, the second floor features an arcade game oasis as well as a bar and dining tables, and

• Koko Head Botanical Garden

  Hawaii Kai, Oahu

  Koko Head Botanical Garden is one of those places that has to be seen to be believed. Nestled in the basin of an ancient volcanic crater, the huge garden is a desert-like oasis that is home to a plethora of plants and over 200 types of trees hailing from Africa, the Americas, Madagascar, and Hawaii. With colorful, fragrant plumeria groves, sprawling cacti beds, and ample collections of rare trees, this botanical garden is a nature lover's paradise. AT A GLAN

• Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

  Volcano, Big Island

  The rare opportunity to witness and explore the volcanic evolution of the Hawaiian Islands awaits the visitor willing to make the trek to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Within the park you will find the world's longest active and continuing eruption that began back in 1983 and continues daily at the remote Pu'u O'o vent. A more recently eruption featuring a gas and smoke plume that began in 2008 is visible at the Halema'uma'u Crater, which is closer to the parks center.

• Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Garden

  Hilo, Big Island

  When people imagine Hawaii, this is what they picture, says the master gardener giving me a ride to the Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Garden. Looking around as we descend toward the oceanfront through a tapestry of lush flowering foliage, it does seem like a plant lover's dream. The 40-acre oceanfront Garden is host to 2000 diverse plant species from all over the world. A living library of flowering tropical plants, trees and ferns that is easily accessible even to thos

• North Shore Soap Factory

  Waialua, Oahu

  Located at the historic Waialua Sugar Mill just a few miles from Haleiwa, the North Shore Soap Factory offers a unique experience, heavenly scents, and a wide array of bath, body, and home products. All of their materials are locally sourced and have a special island flare, with scents such as pineapple, coconut cream, kukui nut, mango, and Hawaiian coffee. AT A GLANCE:

• Hilo Farmer's Market

  Hilo, Big Island

  One of the supreme bonuses of the abundance of agricultural lands on Hawaii Island is the variety of locally grown fresh-harvested produce, flowers, and other natural products such as honey. The eastern region of the island has a large market twice a week to allow the farmers of Big Island to share their labors directly with the residents and visitors alike. An hour spent visiting the Hilo Farmer's Market can help you stock up your rentals' kitchen abundantly while being guara