TripAdvisor recently released its Travelers’ Choice 2011 list of The Best Destinations, with each of the primary Hawaiian islands earning a rank and three placing in the top 10. The TripAdvisor website has more than 45 million travelers posting their experiences and opinions. The towns featured include Honolulu, Oahu; Lahaina, Maui; Kailua-Kona, Big Island and Poipu, Kauai. Each island has its distinct features and appeal, as do each of the cities that were selected.
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Honolulu, Oahu (#2)
While initially known for surfing and fantastic beaches, goes well beyond that image when travelers arrive. Its dynamic cityscapes, cultural and heritage sites that include palaces and global landmarks, vibrant nightlife and fast-paced areas that balance the quieter spots makes it a destination that brings repeat visitors, plus new visitors to neighboring islands.
Lahaina, Maui (#5)
Another town on the list that offers a unique island duality. While it is distinctly a gorgeous beach town, it also brings a New England small town feel, with a lovely harbor and numerous cultural sites. Some destinations are home to a few sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places and Lahaina town itself is listed, a remarkable accolade. Art galleries, a great Banyan tree, melding of cultures to explore from the past and a self-guided heritage tour make Lahaina more than a whaling village.
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Kailua-Kona, Big Island (#6)
The sunny seaside town that royalty once considered a playground and today continues to beckon vacationers who find every facet enthralling. Hulihee Palace and other heritage sites give a glimpse to this past fishing village, with stunning sunsets and many shops and eateries within its locale. Cheer the Ironman World Championship participants who begin and end their amazing feats of athleticism at the Kailua pier, a gathering place for many reasons year-round.
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Poipu, Kauai (#16)
Located on Kauai’s South Shore, Poipu emanates warmth in every corner, with world-acclaimed beaches, sea turtles, resort spas and golf courses. Poipu serves as a romantic place for couples seeking relaxing beach days, lingering strolls at the end of the day and intimate seaside dinners. Families also find it an inviting and fun place to swim and to explore the heritage trail, by car, on foot and/or bicycle.
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